Get Involved
Interested in Volunteering?
It's rewarding, fun, and a significant contribution to our Resource Centre. Volunteers are an important part of the Independent Living movement. As a volunteer you will have the opportunity to develop skills and areas of expertise that you can apply to other areas of you life. We have many opportunities to participate, ask us how.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please contact coordinator@drcvictoria.com
- Information and Referral
- Office Administrative Support
- Peer Support
- Event Activities
- Computer Lessons
*One of our volunteers was recognized as a valuable contributor to society. Ashley Haagensen was recognized by the Youth Now Awards for her hard work and volunteerism.
Information & Referral Volunteers needed!
Click here for more information.
The Disability Resource Centre is looking for volunteers to assist in our Information & Referral program.
Become A Member
Help promote and celebrate the inclusion of people with disabilities into our community. Our members are essential to the success of our programs and services. Your membership tells others that you champion the principles of autonomy, community, diversity and activity for people of all abilities.
Join the Victoria Disability Resource Centre and help pave the pathway to independence for people with disabilities.
Become a Member for Only $5.00! Your Annual Membership includes:
- Newsletter for one year
- Voting privileges at our AGM
- Access to our video and book library
- Internet and computer access (with an appointment)
- Computer classes
If you are interested in becoming a member please click here or contact reception@drcvictoria.com
Serve on Our Board of Directors
The reasons why people choose to serve on a non-profit board of directors are as diverse as the people on the board. Some of the reasons people choose to serve include the following:
- Civic duty
- Charitable service
- Parental obligation
- Personal interest in the organization’s cause
Before agreeing to serve on a board, a person will want to familiarize themselves with the organization, its history and its current operations. Specific items that may assist in this process are the articles of incorporation, bylaws, mission statement, policy manual, published periodicals, budgets, vision and goals, and financial statements.
Once an individual accepts a position on a board, they have inherently accepted certain fundamental responsibilities, in addition to a commitment of time and accountability to the organization. The key responsibility of the board is to monitor the organization on behalf of the members or the public that it serves. Bear in mind, the board possesses ultimate legal responsibility for the organization.
Our bylaws state that the Board of Directors be made up of no less that 51% of people with disabilities.
If you are interested in becoming a Board Member please contact Mike Hanson at: director@drcvictoria.com
