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Donating and volunteering

If you want to help make Vancouver a better place, think about making a donation or volunteering your time.

Neighbourhood cleanup programs

Volunteer with our neighbourhood cleanup programs and help keep our city clean and contribute to Vancouver’s zero waste goals.

Donating to your community

Support your community by making a tax-deductible gift or donation to your favourite park or recreational activity.

Donating records to the Archives

Learn how to donate your historical records, including from your business or organization, to the City Archives for preservation.

Volunteering

Volunteering is a rewarding way to gain experience, meet new people, and learn new skills.

Get a fact sheet about donating to humanitarian organizations, donating to and volunteering for local immigrant and refugee organizations, and sponsoring refugees. Learn about the Syrian Refugee Crisis public forum on September 8, 2015.

Zero Waste Ambassador Program

Learn about our volunteer program to reduce waste and improve recycling in your building.

Your City Hall

Tools and resources for learning how City Hall works, how to get involved, and how to make change happen.

Donations to municipalities are tax deductible

Learn more: Canada Revenue Agency

Tax receipts will be sent by mail for all donations of $25 or more. Tax receipts for gifts under $25 are mailed on request.