Formerly the BC Centre for Elder Advocacy and Support, Seniors First BC (SFBC) is a charitable, non-profit society that provides information, legal advocacy, and support to older adults across BC with affecting their well-being through 6 programs: the Seniors Abuse & Information Line (SAIL), Victim Services Program, Education & Outreach Program, Elder Law Clinic, Legal Advocacy Program, and the Advance Planning Clinic Program.
Volunteers are a key part of our team, helping to raise awareness about issues affecting older adults and resources to assist them, as well as supporting the delivery of our services. Some benefits of volunteering with us include:
Applicants must be at least 19 years of age and may be required to complete a criminal record check depending on the role. If you are seeking meaningful volunteer opportunities, please consider our available positions below.
The Public Education & Outreach Program hosts unique provincial learning events that raise awareness about prominent issues affecting older adults in BC and empowers participants with information about their options, rights, and assistive resources. Older adults across the province can attend our learning events for free both in person and virtually, which are held in partnership with and by request from other service providing agencies.
Due to high demand for our learning events, we are seeking volunteer legal professionals who can assist with the delivery of legal presentations, which include Financial Abuse, Advance Planning, Government Benefits, Fraud and Scams, and Residential Tenancy, as well help with developing public legal education materials.
Volunteer Requirements:
Location: Volunteers can present virtually or in-person. Most requests for sessions in person come from the Lower Mainland.
Time Commitment: 5-10 hours per month, depending on number of presentation requests.
To apply, please complete the form below.
Seniors First BC is a charitable, non-profit society that provides information, advocacy, and support to older adults across BC who are dealing with issues affecting their well-being or rights. We are currently looking for volunteers to help with reviewing website page translations and promotional materials to make our services more accessible. Languages of focus include Farsi, Punjabi, Arabic, and Tagalog.
Volunteer Requirements:
Have strong language skills in English and at least one of the target languages.
Experience with translation (formal or informal) is an asset, including ability to translate legal and professional language.
Cultural competency and respect for all older adults in BC, including those who are BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and seniors with disabilities.
Location: Remote.
Time Commitment: Flexible, estimated at 5–10 hours per month.
To apply, please complete the form below.
Seniors First BC is a charitable, non-profit society that provides information, advocacy, and support to seniors across BC who are dealing with issues affecting their well-being.
