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Volunteer Role: Facilitators

Volunteer Role: Facilitators

Jul 22, 2026 | Role Descriptions, Volunteer

Non-profit experts with a solid background in facilitation and 3 or more years of experience in one of our specialized topics are invited to join our team!  

Our volunteer Facilitators are typically professionals in their fields who generously share their knowledge and expertise with Vantage Point clients as trainers and/or consultants. That's why we call them Knowledge Philanthropists!

Facilitators deliver interactive workshops and training sessions, both virtually and in-person, in topic areas such as Strategic Planning, Board Governance, Leadership, Collaboration, Government Relations, Organizational Assessment, Fund Development, Change Management, and Team Cohesion. 

We provide the training content, you provide the facilitation and examples or tips from your own experience. 

True Autonomy & Flexibility

As a Knowledge Philanthropist Facilitator with Vantage Point, you will actively deliver training or consulting sessions individually or with a co-facilitator. We provide you with supportive curriculum and materials and the autonomy and flexibility to design your delivery, making this an ideal opportunity for: 

  • Busy professionals who can seamlessly fit high-impact giving into a demanding work or consulting schedule. 
  • Retired non-profit leaders or field experts that want to channel their deep wisdom to support and uplift multiple organizations. 
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Cultivating Inclusive Spaces

Our participants hold wonderfully diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, neurodiversities, and different levels of knowledge and experience. Because of this, inclusive facilitation is absolutely essential to being successful in this role. 

We look for facilitators who naturally embody our core values: 

  • Collective Learning & Equity: You excel at creating inclusive spaces that welcome diverse perspectives, intentionally challenging systemic imbalances, and addressing power dynamics. 
  • Knowledge Connection & Creativity: You have a passion for sharing knowledge that connects individuals with vital expertise, and you aren't afraid to think outside the box to find innovative, collaborative solutions.
  • Relational Partnerships: You facilitate in a way that builds authentic, reciprocal, and transparent relationships with participants. 
  • Responsive Service: You are agile and adaptable, listening closely to the unique needs of the participants and adjust your sessions accordingly. 

Ready to join us as a Facilitator?

Complete your initial application here

For more information, please contact our Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, Alina Emery, at aemery@thevantagepoint.ca | (604) 637 8208.

* Please note: While Vantage Point cannot provide official support letters for Permanent Residency (PR) or Canadian Citizenship entry pathways, we are more than happy to provide reference letters and official proof of your volunteer contributions. See Canadian Experience Class (CEC) or Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) for more information on those programs.

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Volunteer Role: Digital Hosts

Volunteer Role: Digital Hosts

Jul 22, 2026 | Role Descriptions, Volunteer

Are you tech-savvy, curious about the non-profit world, and looking to build your professional experience  We want to connect with you to become a Digital Host! 

As a member of the Vantage Point team, Digital Hosts offer tech support to our facilitators during virtual workshops and labs that build capacity in the non-profit sector. Topics can range from Board Governance to strengthening non-profit leadership. 

The Digital Host role is a great way to support our work and take in some great content at the same time! 

An Entry Point to the Non-Profit Sector 

Unlike our more specialized facilitation roles, you don’t need years of experience to be a Digital Host.

This volunteer opportunity is a perfect fit for: 

University Students looking to gain incredible insight and exposure to the inner workings of the non-profit sector while building your resume. 

Newcomers to Canada that want to gain valuable Canadian experience and build a meaningful professional network within the non-profit sector.*sector. * 

The Non-Profit-Curious: Discover the diverse landscape of community organizations if you haven't yet had much exposure to the field. 

Tech & Zoom Enthusiasts: Put your virtual platform skills to great use in a professional setting.

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Role Requirements

Digital Hosts are the backbone of our virtual workshops. Multi-tasking is a big part of this role and successful candidates will need: 

  • Strong, reliable Wi-Fi and a dependable computer setup. This role cannot be completed via a phone or other mobile device. 
  • Comfort managing Zoom logistics while simultaneously engaging with participants in the chat. 
  • To be located in British Columbia. Currently, we are only seeking Digital Hosts residing within British Columbia at this time. We highly encourage out-of-province volunteers to check out volunteerconnector.org  

Cultivating Inclusive Spaces

Our participants hold wonderfully diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, neuro-diversities, and different levels of knowledge and experience. As a Digital Host, you are the first point of contact, making your commitment to inclusivity essential. 

In this role, you will live out our core values: 

  • Collective Learning & Equity: You will help welcome diverse perspectives, ensuring a safe, accessible, and inclusive digital space. 
  • Knowledge Connection & Creativity: By managing the technical flow, you seamlessly connect individuals with vital expertise and help us find innovative solutions when tech troubleshooting arises. 
  • Relational Partnerships: You will build authentic, warm, and transparent connections with participants right from the moment they enter the virtual room. 
  • Responsive Service: You are ready to pivot to support the immediate needs of the facilitator and the participants.

Ready to join us as a Digital Host? 

Complete your initial application here

* Please note: While Vantage Point cannot provide official support letters for Permanent Residency (PR) or Canadian Citizenship entry pathways, we are more than happy to provide reference letters and official proof of your volunteer contributions. See Canadian Experience Class (CEC) or Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) for more information on those programs.

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From Overwhelmed to Action: Diversify Your Charity’s Revenue Mix with No-Cost Digital Giving Tools

From Overwhelmed to Action: Diversify Your Charity’s Revenue Mix with No-Cost Digital Giving Tools

Jul 16, 2026 | Blog

If you joined us at the 2026 BC Non-Profit Leadership Conference, you may have caught this session from PayPal Giving Fund.

We're bringing it back for a one-time special webinar so even more non-profit leaders can benefit from these practical insights!

Many charities know they need to strengthen and diversify their revenue, but with limited time, capacity, and budgets, it can be difficult to know where to begin.

As donor expectations evolve and digital giving continues to grow, there's an opportunity to meet supporters where they already are, without investing in expensive new fundraising platforms.

Join us for this practical webinar to explore how giving is changing in Canada and what it means for your organization.

📅 Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
🕛 Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM PT
💻 Format: Online Webinar

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Through current sector data, real-world examples, and practical strategies, you'll discover no-cost digital giving tools and community-led fundraising approaches that can help diversify your revenue and create new opportunities for donor engagement.

Whether you're just starting to explore digital fundraising or looking for new ways to expand your existing efforts, you'll leave with practical ideas you can put into action right away.

By the end of this webinar, you'll:

✅ Understand how donor behaviour and digital giving are evolving in Canada and why it matters for charities of all sizes.

✅ Discover practical, no-cost digital fundraising opportunities using platforms your supporters already know and trust.

✅ Leave with simple, actionable ideas you can test immediately to strengthen and diversify your fundraising strategy.

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Let’s Celebrate at our Summer Social

Let’s Celebrate at our Summer Social

Jul 15, 2026 | Summer Social

Join us on August 20, 2026 for our Summer Social as we celebrate the incredible people and organizations behind BC’s non-profit sector!

Non-profits help build healthy, inclusive, and strong communities across the province, creating meaningful impact every day. With more than 34,000 organizations in BC, non-profits plays a vital role in supporting communities and shaping a better future.

🎉Come connect, celebrate, and recognize the immense value of BC’s non-profit sector with fellow leaders, partners, funders, and community allies!

Presented in partnership with Enkel

Event Details

Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Time: 4:00 - 7:00 pm PST. Light refreshments will be provided.
Location: LaSalle College Vancouver, 2808 Bradfield Court, Vancouver, BC V5M 0E3

Register Here: tfaforms.com/5227349

GET YOUR TICKETS

🎟️ Tickets:
Non-profit Attendees: $40
Vantage Point members receive 20% OFF the non-profit ticket price.
For-Profit/Consultancy/Other Attendees: $75
Pay-it-forward: $65

🏷️If you are already a Vantage Point member, please check your email for our latest newsletter for a special discount code. If you cannot find it, please contact us at info@thevantagepoint.ca to verify your membership and receive the code.

If you or your organization are not currently a member of Vantage Point, you can join now here: Membership - Vantage Point

🎥 Media Notice:
Please be advised that photography or videography may be taken of general event activities for Vantage Point documentation and promotional purposes.

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Webinar Summary – Local Elections Rules Every Non-Profit Should Know

Webinar Summary – Local Elections Rules Every Non-Profit Should Know

Jul 3, 2026 | BC Non-Profit Network, Blog, Government Relations, Resources

For many non-profits, advocacy and public awareness work are a regular part of advancing their mission. However, during election periods, some communications may be regulated under provincial election financing rules. Understanding when these rules apply can help organizations continue their work with greater confidence.

On June 25, 2026, Vantage Point hosted a webinar with Elections BC to help non-profits better understand the rules around third-party advertising during local elections and how to navigate these regulations. The Elections BC presenters discussed some of the conditions which could lead public communications and advocacy to be deemed third-party advertising under the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act,, and highlighted resources available to help organizations stay informed and compliant.

 

What is Third-Party Advertising?

Third party advertising generally refers to public communications that directly or indirectly support or oppose a candidate during the pre-campaign (July 20th – September 18th) or campaign period (September 19th – October 17th) of a local election. It also refers to public communications taking a position on an issue associated with a local candidate or party during the campaign period only. These rules exist to regulate election spending and influence from interest groups on local elections. Any communications that are considered third party advertising require registration as a third-party advertising sponsor with Elections BC, meaning an individual or organization unaffiliated with any local candidates or parties that produces third-party advertising. These rules also require the inclusion of disclosure statements on these third-party advertising communications. Elections BC answered questions around these aspects of the regulation in more detail in our webinar.

Why This Matters for Non-Profits

Understanding if your organization is conducting third party advertising can at times be complex to navigate and it may be unclear whether your organization needs to register with Elections BC. In the 2022 BC Local Elections, many instances of noncompliance penalties from Elections BC were issued to non-profit organizations that were unaware their communications constituted third-party advertising. For 2026, Elections BC has provided numerous resources to support organizations in understanding if they will need to register when the pre-campaign period commences on July 20th, or when the campaign period commences on September 19th. These resources include eLearning, webinars, and contact information to directly discuss your organization’s unique situation with Elections BC staff.

Elections BC is hosting an information session on July 23rd which will cover these rules and requirements in much greater detail and offer the opportunity to ask your situation-specific questions to compliance officers from Elections BC. Register for the session here.

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