Why Volunteer with the SCCA?
Your contribution as a volunteer can help ensure the survival of biodiversity on the Sunshine Coast. By volunteering with the Sunshine Coast Conservation Association (SCCA), you can assist in conserving land and marine areas from Howe Sound to Bute Inlet.
Join a community of conservation advocates who, like you, care about preserving our precious species, natural landscapes, and ocean environments.
Get to know our fantastic volunteers: learn about what they do, why they do it, and the rewards and benefits of their experiences.
Read on to discover our current volunteer opportunities.
Meet our Volunteers
Meet our Volunteer – Maggie Kalve-Guzzi
There’s something special about volunteering that transforms both the volunteer and the community. For over a decade, the Sunshine Coast Conservation Association (SCCA) has been fortunate to have dedicated volunteers like Maggie Kalve-Guzzi, whose warmth and enthusiasm have helped shape our conservation efforts. Whether engaging with visitors at community events or participating in hands-on environmental […]
Ocean Festival Gratitude đ
The 2025 Sunshine Coast Ocean Festival was a true community celebration â a week of ocean storytelling, learning, and connection made possible by an extraordinary collective effort. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the dozens of contributors who brought the 2025 Festival to life: Our talented film festival programmer, website designer, and graphic artist, Billie […]
Under Our Feet and In Our Forests – BioBlitz 2025
This November, the Sunshine Coast Conservation Association (SCCA) is teaming up with the Loon Foundation for the annual Sunshine Coast BioBlitz; a week-long celebration of biodiversity and citizen science. From forests to foreshore, this event invites the community to explore, observe, and connect with the extraordinary ecosystems that make the Sunshine Coast so unique. Event […]
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Events Support
We host annual events you may have already attended, such as the Sunshine Coast Ocean Festival or a candidates' meeting during election cycles. You may also have visited the SCCA booth at community events like Earth Day, Syiyaya Days or a Labour Day Picnic.
- These events provide a wonderful opportunity to meet like-minded people who share your passion for conservation and biodiversity while also helping to recruit new members and volunteers.
- The time commitment is minimalâyou can volunteer for just an hour or stay for the entire event, which typically lasts about three hours. This is a great chance to connect with others in your community and demonstrate how important conservation is to you and the SCCA. Youâll be showcasing our successes!
- You do not need to be an expert in all aspects of SCCAâs work. The key is to show your passion for conservation and your support for our initiatives and to be ready to share that with others. Your involvement can help us expand our network of supporters.
- If youâd like, we offer volunteers a brief orientation session that outlines some of our successful projects so that you can become more familiar with our work. Feel free to bring a friend to the orientation or to join us at an event!
To sign up as a volunteer, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page or email volunteer@thescca.ca for more information.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
The articles below each mention opportunities to engage in volunteer work with the Sunshine Coast Conservation Association in the coming month. Come collaborate with us on the important work for preserving biodiversity on the Sunshine Coast for future generations!
Squamish Shoreline Cleanup
The Ătl’áž”a7tsem/Howe Sound Marine Stewardship Initiative and Squamish River Watershed Society invite you to joing them at the oceanfront in Squamish for a two-hour cleanup event, on World Oceans Day.
SCCA Annual General Meeting 2025
Join us for the Sunshine Coast Conservation Associationâs Annual General Meeting (AGM). This is your opportunity to hear updates on our conservation work, review the yearâs achievements, and help shape the future of the SCCA. The meeting will include the presentation of financial statements, the Executive Directorâs report, and the election of Directors. Click the […]
Trouble in the Headwaters Film Screening & Panel Discussion
On Wednesday, September 17th, the Sunshine Coast Conservation Association and RhizomeUp!Media will host a community screening of Trouble in the Headwaters at Roberts Creek Hall. This hard-hitting, 25-minute documentary by filmmaker Daniel J. Pierce examines the disastrous 2018 flood in Grand Forks, BC, and the hydrological connection to clear-cut logging in the Kettle River Watershed. The film features the research of Dr. […]
Volunteer for Forage Fish Sampling â Armours Beach
Discover the fish that fuel our ocean food web! Join SCCAâs forage fish team at Armours Beach on Friday, Sept 19 at 9:00 am. Fun, sandy, hands-on science â no experience needed. Boots recommended; carpool available.
Volunteer for Forage Fish Sampling â Trail Bay
Be part of community science! Join the SCCA forage fish team at Trail Bay on Saturday, Sept 20 at 9:30 am. Learn how to sample for forage fish eggs and help protect the foundation of our ocean food web.
Draw the Line â Cross-Canada Day of Action
On September 20th, join Seniors for Climate and the SCCA at Davis Bay Pier for the Draw the Line rally. This Cross-Canada Day of Action brings communities together with speakers, music, and signs to call for urgent climate action.
SCRD Backroad Trash Bash 2025
Mark your calendars! The Sunshine Coast Regional Districtâs annual Backroad Trash Bash is happening on Saturday, September 27. Join fellow community members to help clean up the backroads from Roberts Creek to West Howe Sound. This yearâs event will be based out of Shirley Macey/Eric Cardinal Community Hall, where volunteers will gather before heading out […]
Volunteer for Forage Fish Sampling â Armours Beach
Ever wondered what tiny fish keep salmon, seabirds, and whales alive? Join our community science team for hands-on forage fish sampling at Armours Beach! Weâll show you how to collect and search for eggs, contributing real data that helps protect critical shoreline habitat. No experience needed â just curiosity. Dress for the beach and bring […]
Volunteer for Forage Fish Sampling â Sandy Hook
Tiny eggs in beach sand tell big stories about ocean health. Help us search for forage fish eggs at Sandy Hook and learn how these little fish support salmon, seabirds, and whales. We provide gear and training â you bring your curiosity! Dress for shoreline conditions and bring boots if you have them. Carpool available […]