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VOLUNTEER

The Ucluelet Aquarium’s volunteer program offers a unique opportunity to engage with local marine life while inspiring visitors and supporting the aquarium’s daily operations. Our volunteers are an important and integral part of the aquarium team and because it takes time to become familiar with the aquarium and its diverse animal residents, we generally ask for a minimum commitment of 8 hours per month for three months to ensure a meaningful and impactful experience.

Our next intake is for the Fall and Winter season. If you're interested, be sure to fill out the form!

Expression of Interest Form

First name

Last name

Phone

Date of Birth * required

Postal Code

Days Available * Required

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

How often would you like to volunteer? * Required

More than once a week

Once a week

Every 2 weeks

Once a month

Why do you want to volunteer a the Ucluelet Aquarium?

What is your favourite marine animal and why?

Please outline any skills/qualifications/experience you have that may be relevant to this position.

Questions for us?

Thank you for your interest in Volunteering with the Ucluelet Aquarium. We will be in touch.

Meet some of our past and present volunteers:

Our volunteers are the heart of the Ucluelet Aquarium <3 We are very grateful for all of their hard work, dedication, and support. Swipe through to meet a few of our amazing volunteers!

A summer Parks Canada team member, Silvio spends his weekends volunteering at the aquarium as one of our fantastic interpreters. His natural ability to connect with visitors and share his enthusiasm for marine life creates memorable experiences for guests of all ages.

We were fortunate to have Casey volunteer with us this spring. A knowledgeable interpreter and incredibly hardworking team member, Casey brought positivity, dedication, and a genuine love of learning to every shift.

A future marine biologist and local Heartwood School student, Emily’s passion for the ocean shines through in everything she does. She even saved up her own money to purchase one of the aquarium’s donation fish scales on the outside of our building, a wonderful show of her dedication to supporting marine education.

You may know Chris as our local WildSafeBC representative, but he’s also one of the aquarium’s talented volunteers. A gifted artist, Chris has designed and hand-drawn many of the beautiful new chalkboard signs you’ll see throughout the aquarium, helping bring our exhibits to life.

Faeryn joined us over the winter, helping prepare the aquarium for the season, and hasn’t stopped volunteering since! Whether she’s cleaning tanks, interpreting for visitors, or representing us in the Ukee Days Parade, her enthusiasm and commitment make her an invaluable part of our team.

A summer Parks Canada team member, Ariel spends her weekends volunteering at the aquarium while completing a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation and Health, along with a certificate in American Sign Language. A passionate swimmer who loves connecting with people, she brings warmth, energy, and enthusiasm to every visitor interaction.

Jes has been a dedicated aquarium volunteer for years, contributing hundreds of volunteer hours annually. Their ongoing commitment, reliability, and passion for our mission have made an incredible impact on both our team and our visitors.

GET IN TOUCH:

Phone:

250-726-2782

Email:

info@uclueletaquarium.org

ADDRESS:

180 Main Street

PO BOX 1262

Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0

HOURS:

We are open everyday from 10:00 am-4:30 pm (last entry at 4 pm) - including holidays

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