Volunteers

Who wouldn't want to join this team?
There are lots of ways to get involved here at Langley Youth Unlimited.  We love to conect passionate people in our community to serve alongside of us as volunteers.  From administration to associate youth work staff, there is something for everyone.  If you are interested in joining this team we offer you a chance to build some great friendships with like minded people, opportunities for learning new skills and training, and to be a part of something big as one of the thousands of people who volunteer their time to make an impact on youth around the world.

Some examples of current volunteering roles:
  • Creative Life Assistants
  • Administration Support
  • Prayer Team
  • Special Event Support
All volunteers are subject to an application and vetting process, volunteer training and a criminal record search.  If you are interested in finding out more please contact us by clicking here.



Current Volunteers: 
Thank you for sharing your time with us.  After the event that you are involved in is over, someone from your team needs to fill out the following report so we can ensure you continue to get the best support you can from our staff team and so we know about the impact we are making together in the lives of youth in Langley.

Fill out program report

Online Forms: 
All volunteers are required to fill in a volunteer application with Greater Vancouver Youth Unlimited.  Applications are available online here

Due to the sensitive nature of our work with vulnerable young people Youth Unlimited requires all volunteers to submit a current Criminal Record Search which can be done online here. This service requires an access code available from your volunteer supervisor. 

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