Canadian Council on Invasive Species

Youth Nature Keepers Volunteer Program

Saint John - Saint John, NB

Organized by: Canadian Council on Invasive Species

Starting Immediately     3-6hrs / week

Canadian Council on Invasive Species

Canadian Council on Invasive Species

Environment & Green Initiatives - Williams LakeON,
Member For 7 months
Recruiting
Phone249.353.2247
Alt Phone519.872.1901
Email info@canadainvasives.ca
Website https://canadainvasives.ca/
Address 72-7th Avenue South, Williams LakeON, ,

Youth Nature Keepers Volunteer Program

Canadian Council on Invasive Species
Environment & Green Initiatives

Join youth-led environmental initiatives to stop the spread of invasive species across Canada. If you are between 15 and 30 years old and want to be a driver of positive change in your community, sign up to join the Canadian Council on Invasive Species' Youth Nature Keeper Program today! This is an opportunity to do good while gaining practical, hands-on work experience, as well as networking, and skill/leadership-development opportunities.

  • Saint John - 72-7th Avenue South
  • Saint John, NB
  • Starting Immediately
  • 3-6hrs / week
  • 9 Spots Available of 10
  • Suitable For: All Ages

Dates and Times

We work around your schedule! There are both virtual and in-person time commitments to this position.

Required Qualifications

For passionate young adults between the ages of 15-30. No other requirements!

Position Responsibilities

Responsibilities and roles of a Youth Nature Keepers volunteer is varied, as we can tailor the program to each volunteer's interests and career development. A YNK volunteer will design and lead their own community project as part of an action team. Examples of community projects include: planting/maintaining a pollinator garden, a weed pull in a local neighbourhood or backyard, a community litter cleanup, designing education and outreach materials, data input and management, helping local conservation organizations, and much more!

Volunteer Benefits

- Help prevent the spread of invasive species and help keep ecosystems healthy. Acquire first-hand experience with the geography of your home province. - Design and lead your own community project or join another one. For example - A weed pull, habitat restoration, community litter cleanup, and much more! - Learn project management fundamentals, budgeting, public engagement, leadership, and teamwork skills. - Get training in habitat restoration and invasive species management. Learn how to identify invasive species and understand the impacts on our ecosystems. - Learn from Indigenous communities and knowledge-sharers. - Join a safe and inclusive space to feel welcome, supported, and valued. - Earn volunteer/service hours, a certificate of completion, and professional references.