Volunteer Feature Stories

vHub Newsletter features an inspiring story of one of our volunteers each month. Subscribe here and let’s celebrate their story!

  • Celia standing with a bicycle by the water at Creekside
    Celia Quigley
    We want to thank one of our most loyal volunteers, Celia Quigley, for offering her time, energy, and kayaking expertise with us…
  • Nga working in the gardens.
    Nga Lê
    Nga Lê’s dedication to the Disabled Independent Gardeners Association (DIGA) has not gone unnoticed. A frequent volunteer with us for the past…
  • Kyna Johnson.
    Kyna Johnson
    We are extremely grateful for our Paddling Volunteer of the Year award recipient, Kyna Johnson. In one short year, Kyna has already made significant contributions to the BCMOS paddling program.
  • George Shipley.
    George Shipley
    George volunteers with DIGA because “It’s very fulfilling and it’s fun for us [woodshop volunteers] to see people enjoy themselves. It doesn’t get a whole lot better than that!”

Volunteer Testimonials

I believe everyone can benefit greatly from learning to play and read music. I'm excited to continue helping out VAMS. Rachel Leong, Vancouver Adapted Music Society Music Volunteer.
Volunteering with BCMOS has given me the chance to meet people I may never have met otherwise. Along with wonderful personal connections on paddling and hiking outings, what stands out to me is how much autonomy and trust is given to volunteers and participants. Kevin Bouliane, BCMOS Paddling Volunteer.
It is always great to get outside and get my hands dirty in the garden. Being able to meet new people and give back to the community at the same time makes volunteering with DIGA such a joy. I am so glad I found the organization and got involved! Lauren Upham, DIGA Garden Volunteer.
Volunteering with ConnecTra has taught me so much. I’m eternally grateful for this opportunity to work with the ConnecTra team where I can learn more about people's stories, history, and their backgrounds. Arthur Lee, ConnecTra Society Communications Volunteer.
I am so grateful to have the opportunity to volunteer with an organization that strives to better the community by focusing on accessibility. The people I have met are so kind and friendly! I love being a part of the team! Lauren Foote, Disability Foundation Administration Volunteer.
The endorphins I get from changing the lives of people with disabilities, sometimes radically, are worth the effort. Consequently, [us volunteers] build close relationships with our clients. David spears, Tetra Society of North America Engineer Volunteer, Vancouver.
My time volunteering with the BCMOS summer hiking program has been so rewarding. I think that it's a truly invaluable experience for everyone involved, and I am so grateful to be a part of it. Georgia Hume, BCMOS Hiking Volunteer.
I’ve learned a great deal from 10 years as instructor, director, and now volunteer at the DSA. Sam Sullivan’s vision and the dedication of the team created an environment of freedom and independence that opens us all to possibility. James Anderson, Disabled Sailing Association of BC Sailing Volunteer.
It is such a treat to volunteer with the BCMOS Summer Paddling Program. I have learned so much from all the amazing clients I have assisted and always know I’m in for a great day when I am volunteering with BCMOS Summer Paddling. Angelina Brule, BCMOS Paddling Volunteer.

For more information about volunteering, please contact Sheryl Newman, Volunteer Management Coordinator at volunteer@disabilityfoundation.org or by phone at (778) 945-8823.