Unique Volunteer Roles

Volunteer Internships

The Galiano Conservancy Association welcomes interns year round. Interns have the opportunity to work with all facets of the organization over the course of their placement.

  • Support our education program and learn how to show children the delights of our natural world.
  • Join a restoration project to remove other invasive species or help propagate plants in our native plant nursery.
  • Join one of our kelp mapping crews on the water.
  • Learn to grow food and propagate plants in the Nursery & Food Forest.

Let us know your interests and we will connect you with a project that you will enjoy. Contact us using the form below to learn more about how you can get involved.

Unique Volunteer Roles

Standard Internship Details

Each situation is unique, but a typical internship placement usually includes the following:

  • Duration of 2 weeks to 6 months (2+ months preferred)
  • Commitment of 35 hours a week, on average
  • Flexible work schedule, diverse work activities
  • Housing is provided at no cost by the Galiano Conservancy Association, as is access to a shared work vehicle for commuting
  • Food, travel to and from Galiano and other costs of living are the responsibility of the intern

We welcome your questions and would love to work together to craft a valuable internship opportunity!

Unique Volunteer Roles

Intern Resources

International Experience Canada

  • Visa program for non-Canadians aged 18-30 / 18-35.
  • Volunteer Internship & Working Holiday visas available.
  • Review your eligibility on the International Experience Canada website here.
Get Involved

More Information

Please reach out if you are interested in more information about our internship opportunities! You can submit the following form to express your interest, to get more information about intern opportunities, and/or to connect with the staff overseeing the intern program.

Intern Interest Form

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