Island Medical Program – Curious about studying medicine or science in university? Some volunteering opportunities are coming up in October/November for teenagers aged 13-17 years at Jubilee Hospital. The Island Medical Program is seeking teenage volunteers aged 13-17 years to participate as patients in learning sessions with medical students. In these small group sessions, students are learning to interview adolescent patients and ask about a range of topics including – lifestyle, extra curricular activities, diet, mental health, home life, employment, education, drugs, sexuality and safety. Volunteer Patients are interviewed by two students and there is a tutor who is a practicing physician and two other students present. The sessions happen in Oct/Nov on weekdays after school. Volunteers attend 1-2 sessions (1.5 hours each). For more information, contact Sammie Gough, Patient Programs for more information: sgough@uvic.ca / 250 213 1173.

Victoria Youth Empowerment Society – To provide youth with a drop-in, low barrier, and safe environment to gain volunteer hours. We will also be running free certifications on Pro-D days like Foodsafe and First Aid and CPR-C. REGISTER

Katimavik National Experience (volunteering) – 5.5 months experiencing the geographically and cultural diversity of Canada. Frequently asked questions National Experience_FAQ_EN