June Volunteer of the Month: Jamie E.

How long have you been at the Q and why did you decide to start volunteering there?I've been volunteering with QMUNITY since August 2015, almost 2 years now. I think it's important to give back to my community by volunteering, and I always heard good things about QMUNITY. So when I moved to Vancouver, volunteering here was a no-brainer. Tell us about an amazing moment you've experienced at QMUNITY?There isn't one amazing moment that stands out for me, since all my time at QMUNITY has been amazing. The people I work with are fabulous of course. And every time I have someone contact me at the IRS desk and I can help them, even in a small way, that feels pretty amazing. Where would you like to spend a dream vacation?My dream vacation would be Mexico. I haven't been there in 10 years, so I'd love to spend time with all my family there, see the pyramids, enjoy the food, and of course the beach. Name a band to provide the soundtrack of your life?I'd have to say Tegan and Sara. They have a knack for writing songs that resonate with me.What's your favourite animal, and why?My favourite animal is the tiger because I love cats, and tigers are just giant, beautiful, deadly cats. If you could have one wish, what would it be?

My one wish is that QMUNITY becomes unnecessary. I wish the LGBTQ+ community wasn't so badly in need of the services we provide. Hopefully, one day I'll get my wish.

You won a million dollars! Where does the money go?

I know it's a very boring answer, but if I won a million dollars, it would all go toward ensuring my family is taken care of in the future; my parents' debts and retirements and my younger sisters' educations.

What's your favourite way to spend a day in Vancouver?

My favourite way to spend a day in Vancouver is up in the mountains, hiking or skiing.