Volunteer With Us

Secondhand Stories is run by partners Liz & Craig Wheeler, has no paid staff, and is 100% volunteer-run.

This is the first year we are hosting volunteer roles on the sanctuary grounds. This is an amazing opportunity to connect with chickens IRL, so read below to find your perfect role!

Founding Board

As we continue to grow, we are building a founding board of directors. We're seeking resourceful leaders with the skills and energy to help guide the future of Secondhand Stories. It is our goal to become a registered charity. Visit our blog to learn more about this unique opportunity.

Tik Tok Creator

We're aiming to increase our audience and online presence by creating and posting to a TikTok account. You see, as millennial founders we aren't great at video editing, so we are looking for one talented individual to help us turn our recordings into internet magic. The two main responsibilities will be:

Generating an idea bank of video concepts for the founders to get footage of.
Using the footage to create TikTok posts with trending audio.

We are looking for someone passionate about sharing the unique and individual personalities of chickens while supporting a microsanctuary.

Spring & Summer Opportunities

Clean Up Crew

The most hands-on and direct work with our sanctuary is done though helping to ensure our chickens’ coops are clean and tidy! These chores might not be glamorous, but you’ll be sure to win over the hearts of our flock with your dedication. Tasks include:

Scooping out pine shavings and replacing with clean bedding.
Cleaning feed and water bowls.
Dusting and vacuuming crevices.
Wiping down walls.
And, of course, offering special treats to the chickens!

Veggie Garden Crew

We have a beautiful, expansive veggie garden that we haven’t been able to utilize. We’re looking for a team of dedicated volunteers who will get this garden in tip-top shape so that we can grow lettuce, kale and other treats for the chickens.

Tilling/installing of landscape fabric
Planning the layout of the garden beds
Planting seeds / seedlings
Maintaining garden via weeding, watering, etc.
Best of all, treat the chickens to the fruits of your labour!

Workplace Volunteering

Want to book a private volunteer day for your workplace? Send us an email at liz@secondhandstories.ca