Winter 2017 Recreation Reporter

Comox Valley Accessibility Committee We meet once a month & are passionate about advocating for better access for people with dis- abilities. Help us make the Comox Valley barrier free! FMI Lydia 250-338-5371 specialneedsrecreation@courtenay.ca www.cvaccess.ca Therapeutic Riding Volunteers needed to assist people with disabil- ities: no experience necessary, training provid- ed. A desire to help people, work with horses, & enjoy a fun social atmostphere is required! Posi- tions require some physical ability, e.g. walking on trails and in the indoor arena. Committing to one hour a week for an 8 - 10 week session is ideal. Call 250-338-1968 or visit: www.cvtrs.com Volunteer Opportunities

Courtenay Recreation VOLUNTEERING……a FUN and Healthy Lifestyle. Volunteers needed for pre-school and children’s programs, The LINC Youth Centre and Special Events. Volunteers are a gift to the Community! www.courtenay.ca Call 250-338-5371 or text 250-650-9930 Special Needs Recreation Programs for healthy lifestyles for anyone who has special needs. Volunteers welcome with all our programs, lots of fun activities. A few hours of your time makes a difference! 250-338-5371 lneville@courtenay.ca or www.courtenay.ca/specialneedsrec MARS Wildlife Rescue Centre We need YOUR help working with Public Educa- tion and Special Events. Training is provided. MARS volunteers must be 18 years or over with membership $15 per year. Call 250-337-2021 or visit www.wingtips.org The Salvation Army We have dozens of volunteer positions to con- sider, from short term special events to regular weekly opportunities. The Salvation Army would love to hear from you! Call Nancy 250-338-5133 ext.223, or volunteer@cvsalarmy.ca Volunteer Comox Valley Volunteer Comox Valley is dedicated to commu- nity volunteerism. Not sure where to volunteer? Drop by Unit C - 450 Eighth Street, Courtenay. Monday - Friday 10 - 3; or call 250-334-8063. Or browse our online Volunteer Directory & register to volunteer. www.volunteercomoxvalley.ca

The Gardens on Anderton Experience all the joys and benefits of garden- ing at The Gardens on Anderton! Make new friends, learn from seasoned gardeners, get

outdoors. Opportunities abound! www.gardensonanderton.org Call Joan 250-334-3089

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