As a Surfrider Vancouver volunteer you will be supported by and be a part of an amazing local crew of volunteers in your community! No matter what your skills are, we are here to support your journey as a coastal activist, making a difference for the ocean and coastline that you love and depend on.

open volunteer roles

Vice Chair

Surfrider Vancouver is seeking a committed Vice Chair to join our Executive Committee for a 2 year volunteer term (approximately 20–30 hours/month).

The Vice Chair supports the Chair and plays a key role in growing chapter programs and campaigns. This includes helping lead Executive Committee meetings, mentoring volunteers, supporting events like beach cleans and fundraisers, contributing to strategy and partnerships, and assisting with budgets, grants, and reporting. The Vice Chair is a voting member of the Executive Committee and attends monthly meetings.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is familiar with (or eager to learn) Vancouver programs and campaigns

• Is organized, collaborative, and comfortable communicating with volunteers and partners

• Has basic digital skills (email, Google Docs, social media; Mailchimp/WordPress an asset)

• Can contribute to at least one local beach clean per year

• Has a BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Why volunteer?

• Build leadership experience and strengthen your resume

• Be part of meaningful environmental action on the coasts surrounding Vancouver

• Receive Surfrider swag, training, and reimbursement for approved expenses

• Access opportunities for conferences, travel, and volunteer appreciation

• Connect with a passionate community working to protect our oceans, waves, and beaches

Beach Clean Leads

Surfrider Vancouver is seeking two volunteer Beach Clean Leads to take the lead in organizing beach clean initiatives at local Vancouver beaches. These volunteers work together to coordinate with community members, plan and host clean-up events, and engage volunteers in hands-on action to protect our coastlines. This role is well suited to someone who is organized, comfortable taking initiative, and able to commit to regular involvement.

Time commitment: 1-3 hours/week, with additional hours around clean-up events
Meetings: Monthly check in meetings

General Volunteers

We’re always looking for volunteers with a wide range of skills and interests to support our work. This includes content creators (such as bloggers, photographers, and graphic designers), event planners, environmental experts, campaigners, and others interested in getting involved with one of our ongoing programs, such as Blue Water Task Force, Water Friendly Business, or our campaign teams.

Have a skill set or area of interest you’d like to contribute? Fill out the form to let us know what you’re passionate about, and we’ll be in touch to explore whether there’s a good fit.