Organismes sans but lucratif à Kelowna

We, Foundation for Advancement of Education in Myanmar, abbreviated as FAE-Myanmar, are a grassroots charity foundation, registered in the province of Alberta, Canada, funded and supported by the grassroots community members of Canadians from diverse origins along with Myanmar Canadians. FAE-Myanmar is striving to contribute to, engage in Diplomacy of Knowledge, as articulated by Governor General David Johnston – sharing learning and lived experience of our Skilled Highly Qualified Canadian Volunteer Educators across borders- for short term deployment to facilitate Complementary Education Programs that prepare and inspire teachers  in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math education to prepare their school children from the non-government underserved, under-resourced community schools in most disadvantaged communities in Myanmar. Contextual Information Phaung Daw Oo Monastic Education High School is a registered charity (non-government) inclusive (K-10) high school under Ministry of Religious Affairs in Mandalay, the second commercial capital of Myanmar. The school provides quality accredited education free to over 9,000 students from Kindergarten to High School, and room and board free for over 1000 students of them on campus. The students are from less fortunate families and includes orphans, the abused, the neglected, the abandoned and the vulnerable children of diverse indigenous ethnic groups from all around Myanmar. Diplomacy of Knowledge We are recruiting experienced volunteer educators to facilitate school-based Professional Development Programs on Digital Citizenship Education, Entrepreneurship Education, and Maker Education for science teachers of Phaung Daw Oo Community High School in Myanmar.

Girl Guides is a catalyst for girls empowering girls. We provide girls age 5-17 with the opportunity to try new experiences, challenge themselves and build their confidence, all within a safe environment. Our volunteers help deliver a unique program that encourages girls to build life skills in outdoor adventure, financial literacy, mental health, advocacy and more. Together, we’re building a better world, by girls.

To provide free, compassionate in-home assistance, referral services and access to food security for individuals with socio-economic, mobility, and health challenges. Our vision its to: meet needs – value people – build relationships “every individual deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. Every person has needs that require assistance. Everyone wants to have connection with someone who cares.” Within the scope of our mandate, we will passionately pursue this goal.

For over 60 years, Heart & Stroke has been dedicated to fighting heart  disease and stroke. Our work has saved thousands of lives and improved the lives of millions of others.

The Heart and Stroke Foundation is one of Canada’s largest and most effective health charities. Over the last 60 years we have invested more than $1.39 billion in heart and stroke research, making us the largest contributor in Canada after the federal government. In that time, the death rate from heart disease and stroke has declined by more than 75 per cent. The Foundation’s health promotion and advocacy programs across the country are saving lives every day. Working together, our employees, volunteers, donors and world-class researchers have made the Heart and Stroke Foundation what we are today: Canada’s most widely recognized and trusted authority on cardiovascular health. Our mission is to create healthy lives free of heart disease and stroke. Together, we will make it happen.

Heartfulness Institute is a nonprofit organization, with several million practitioners in 160 countries. Heartfulness relaxation and meditation techniques are studied and proven to be effective in reducing stress and anxiety, improving sleep, enhancing emotional intelligence, and exploring the heights and depths of human consciousness. Heartfulness is a set of experiential practices including relaxation, meditation and rejuvenation designed to regulate the mind, build inner strength and develop habits to create a lasting sense of fulfillment and overall well-being. Note: All the practices are free of cost. For More Info www.heartfulness.ca  

Our Mission: Our mission is to empower women + girls through education. Our Mandate - To provide for the advancement of education and educational opportunities for people living in poverty in Canada and abroad - by increasing relevant knowledge, abilities and life skills of individuals and family members - with a focus on helping girls and women when doing so.

InkFreeBC Initiative Society is a non profit charity serving communities across British Columbia. Our mission is to provide: - free or subsidized laser tattoo removal - facial hair removal - scar reduction services to individuals facing barriers to employment, social reintegration, and personal challenges due to stigmatizing tattoos or scars, as well as members of the LGBTQ2S+ community seeking gender-affirming services. We partner with local, vetted laser clinics to provide these services safely and professionally, acting as a referral and support organization for individuals in each community.

At InspireHealth, we support your physical, emotional, and spiritual health during cancer. Our clinical team provides care that is guided by your priorities and goals.  We enhance your health and well-being by providing the knowledge, tools and support you and your loved ones need during this challenging time. InspireHealth provides you with programs and services to support your overall health during and after cancer treatment.

Located in British Columbia, InspireHealth is Canada's foremost integrated cancer care centre, leading the way through research and innovative cancer care programs integrated with conventional cancer treatment. Since 1997, InspireHealth's medical doctors have helped guide more than 7,000 patients to integrate research-informed natural approaches to health into their cancer treatment and recovery. There is growing evidence that these natural approaches to supporting health and immune system function can significantly decrease the risk of cancer recurrence and increase survival.

There are 3 Kelowna Long-Term Care Centers and 1 in West Kelowna within Interior Health. They are: Cottonwoods Care Centre, David Lloyd-Jones Home and Three Links Manor. Brookhaven Care Centre is located in West Kelowna. They range in size from 213 beds to 64. Our person’s in care range in age from young adults (in their 20’s) to some who are over 100 years old. Prospective Youth Volunteers must be a minimum of 13 years of age by December 31. They are selected, orientated and trained to assist our persons in care. The training sessions total three (3) 2 hour sessions and all Youth Volunteers must attend all three sessions in order to qualify to volunteer. Youth Volunteers provide that additional service which makes such a difference to the persons in care. Your bright, cheerful smiles and helping hands do much to add to the quality of life, comfort and care for our residents. Youth Volunteers are asked to volunteer for 1 day every week, for 1 ½ hours. Youth Healthcare Volunteer Duties include: Delivering Fresh water to residents rooms Assisting  staff with Recreation programming       Bingo Board & Card Games Music Entertainment Art & Crafts Baking Woodworking Spiritual care Companionship Bus outings...and so much more!  

The Interior Health Lifeline Program offers an emergency response services to those who live alone or are medically at risk and who wish to remain independent in their own homes. Volunteers are needed in the Kelowna and West Kelowna areas to install equipment, provide an equipment range test and demonstrate how the Lifeline equipment works as well as remove and clean Lifeline equipment, or troubleshoot any equipment issues such as battery replacements. Prerequisites for the position are a sense of humour, the ability to talk easily to seniors and others with multiple health issues, a couple of free hours a week and a roadworthy vehicle.  Mileage is paid at 50 cents per kilometre. A criminal record check is required and training will be provided by Interior Health staff.