• Disaster Recovery Volunteer Application
  • Disaster Recovery Volunteer Application
    • DisasterSmart BC is developing a list of volunteers to assist with outreach to BC businesses and communities that have been impacted by various types of disasters (e.g., wildfire, flood, earthquake, pandemic). Experience in economic development, business retention and expansion, or public engagement is welcomed but not required. Volunteers must agree to confidentiality.

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      Your Region and Background
      What economic region are you in?







      Current position
      Are you involved in economic development?
      Are you a member of any relevant professional organization (e.g., BCEDA)?
      Skills and Experience
      In which of the following areas could you add value when assisting a community?  (Check all that apply)










      If Other, please specify
      What sectors do you have experience in providing assistance?  (Check all that apply)
      If Other, please specify
      Availability and Motivation
      How many hours per week are you available during the project duration?
      Do you have your employer's permission to volunteer?
      Please explain why you would like to volunteer for disaster recovery work
      Future Participation and Consent
      If DisasterSmart BC includes in-person community visits to support recovery planning, would you be interested in participating?
      Is your community able to cover travel expenses? (A no response does not exclude you from the volunteer program)
      Would you be willing to participate in future disaster recovery initiatives if needed?
      Certification and Waiver: I certify that all the information provided is accurate. I understand this is a volunteer position and agree not to hold DisasterSmart BC or its affiliates liable for any accidents or injuries that may occur during participation.*
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      Please verify that you are a real person*