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 ๐
The 2025 Sunshine Coast Ocean Festival was a true community celebration โ 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 minimalโyou 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. Youโll be showcasing our successes!
- You do not need to be an expert in all aspects of SCCAโs 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 youโd 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!
Forage Fish Sampling
All are welcome to join our community science initiative!
Forage Fish Sampling
All are welcome to join our community science initiative!
Hoak-Pus Sandy Beach Nature Reserve Work Party
On Saturday, March 21, from 10:00 AM to approximately 1:00 PM, community members are invited to take part in a stewardship work party at the Sandy Beach Nature Reserve on Keats Island. The Sandy Beach property is permanently protected through a conservation covenant held by the SCCA and The Land Conservancy of British Columbia. The […]
Volunteer for Forage Fish Sampling โ Sandy Hook
All are welcome to join our community science initiative! Join us for our April forage fish sampling days on the Sunshine Coast. The other month, two fish eggs were discovered during sampling at Soames Beach, a rare and exciting find that may indicate active spawning habitat. These small discoveries help us better understand and protect […]
Volunteer for Forage Fish Sampling โ Soames Beach
All are welcome to join our community science initiative! Join us for our April forage fish sampling days on the Sunshine Coast. The other month, two fish eggs were discovered during sampling at Soames Beach, a rare and exciting find that may indicate active spawning habitat. These small discoveries help us better understand and protect […]
Volunteer for Forage Fish Sampling โ Soames Beach
All are welcome to join our community science initiative! Join us for our May forage fish sampling days on the Sunshine Coast. No experience is required. Volunteers will be guided through the sampling process on site. Please dress for the weather and be prepared for walking on the beach. Sampling dates and locations: Soames Beach […]
Volunteer for Forage Fish Sampling โ Sandy Hook
All are welcome to join our community science initiative! Join us for our May forage fish sampling days on the Sunshine Coast. No experience is required. Volunteers will be guided through the sampling process on site. Please dress for the weather and be prepared for walking on the beach. Sampling date and location: Fish Tail […]
Soames Beach Forage Fish Sampling – Gibsons
Explore the shoreline, contribute to community science, and discover how tiny forage fish help sustain salmon, whales, seabirds, and healthy coastal ecosystems in Howe Sound.
Fish Tail Beach Forage Fish Sampling – Sandy Hook
Discover the hidden life beneath the sand. Join local experts to search for forage fish eggs and learn why these tiny fish are essential to healthy oceans, salmon populations, seabirds, and marine mammals.