Volunteer
The Burnaby Emergency Program is enhanced by volunteerism, and in many instances the delivery of services depends on the willingness of individuals in a community. Community members can help plan for the well-being of their neighbours and fellow citizens in the event of a disaster.
- Download the Burnaby Emergency Volunteer Application Form online
Burnaby Emergency Volunteers
Burnaby Emergency Volunteers assist the City of Burnaby Emergency Program Office in providing public awareness and education in emergency preparedness and in providing support to those people impacted by disaster.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications Desired
Burnaby Emergency Volunteers must be age 16 or over. Those aged 15 and under may apply with the consent of a Guardian.
Burnaby Emergency Volunteers must live within the City of Burnaby or in close proximity (at the discretion of the City).
All skills are welcome. Subject to the desired volunteer area, successful applicants may receive training which is provided by the Burnaby Emergency Program.
Trait and Qualities Desired
Burnaby Emergency Volunteers are dependable, teachable, able to follow verbal and written instructions in English, and are team players.
Time Commitment
A two (2) year time commitment is required.
The Benefits of Volunteering
Burnaby Emergency Volunteers understand the value of being prepared and are more prepared to cope successfully in an emergency or disaster.
By volunteering with the Burnaby Emergency program you will meet a diverse range of motivated, passionate, like-minded individuals, learn new skills, have a variety of new experiences and become an important part of your community.
The Volunteer Application Process
Interested volunteers are asked to submit a completed Burnaby Emergency Volunteer Application Form.
After the application is reviewed candidates are sent and must submit to a Criminal Record Check, which is reviewed by the Emergency Program Coordinator.
Successful candidates are then interviewed
Areas of the Burnaby Emergency Volunteer Program
Emergency Social Services (ESS)
Emergency Social Services (ESS) are those services provided on a short-term basis (generally up to 72 hours) to preserve the emotional and physical well being of evacuees and response workers in an emergency.
ESS Volunteers of the ESS program assist their communities in many ways, including:
- Linkage to first responders agencies
- Informing local businesses of the program
- Identifying potential Reception Centres and Group Lodging sites
- Recruiting and training more volunteers
- Completing contact lists and exercising their plan
- Informing the public of help available following a disaster
- Providing for the essential needs of people affected by a disaster
Burnaby Radio and Communications Emergency Services (BRACES)
Burnaby Radio and Communications Emergency Services (BRACES) is a collective group of agency representatives and volunteers organized to support Burnaby's Emergency Program. They provide expertise, knowledge and skills using amateur radio, terrestrial and non-terrestrial communication methods.
Awareness and Education
The Burnaby Emergency Program Office receives many requests to conduct preparedness presentations to groups or to provide emergency preparedness information at forums, special events, exhibitions and fairs. Volunteers interested in participating in awareness activities receive specialized training in presentations and communications.
