VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

JOIN THE YOUTH NATURES KEEPERS NETWORK

Needed: Youth Volunteers
Project: Youth Nature Keepers Network
Organization: Canadian Council on Invasive Species
Location: remote — Alberta / Saskatchewan / Manitoba / New Brunswick / Prince Edward Island

Join youth-led environmental initiatives to stop the spread of invasive species across Canada. This opportunity is available for youth in the following provinces: Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island.

Welcome to the Youth Nature Keepers Network! If you are between 15 and 30 years old and want to be a driver of positive change in your community, you’ve come to the right place. Your actions matter, and together we can work towards a greener, cleaner future!

This is an opportunity to do good while gaining practical, hands-on work experience.

• Help prevent the spread of invasive species and help keep ecosystems healthy
• Design and lead your own community project or join another one (ex: weed pull, restoration, garbage clean-up)
• Learn project management fundamentals, budgeting, public engagement, leadership and teamwork skills
• Get training in habitat restoration and invasive species management
• A safe and inclusive space to feel welcome, supported, and valued
• Earn volunteer/service hours and professional references

Volunteer with us!

Help educate others across Canada about the importance of protecting our environment and connect with other environmentalists across the nation who are looking to make a difference. Support the goal to create healthy habitats and resilient communities, keeping them free of invasive species.

REGISTER HERE: Become a volunteer

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion — CCIS is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and in all our programs. It is important to us that our programs and resources are accessible to people living in all parts of Canada, and we strive to offer accessible programming both virtually and in person. Everyone is welcome to apply!

Funding Acknowledgements — The Canadian Council on Invasive Species Youth Nature Keepers Program is funded in part by Canada Service Corps, a national movement that empowers youth aged 15–30 to gain experience and build important skills while giving back to their community. Learn more at Canada.ca/CanadaServiceCorps. This project has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada. Ce projet a été rendu possible en partie grâce au gouvernement du Canada.

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