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Nature of the Position
This position offers practical and emotional support to Seafarers.
Outline of Responsibilities
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Welcome seafarers to the Port of Oshawa
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Respond to emergency calls for assistance
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Offer practical, emotional support to seafarers
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Engage in conversation with and be a friendly ear to people far from home and family
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Journal visits
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Bring a “presence and welcome” to ship-bound seafarers
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Provide practical support to crews
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Requires CSA rated safety boots/shoes, to be provided by volunteer
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Requires proper personal protective wear, to be provided by MTSSO
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Attend volunteer meetings and training events as required
Write friendly, personal letters in Italian to senior citizens in aged care homes and programs. Spread joy to someone in their native language!
- Demonstrate empathy and kindness, connect with elders and help them realize that they are special and appreciated.
- Supply your own stationery and ensure adequate postage to mail your letters, or arrange to hand-deliver them.
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Your words will be read and cherished by elders who likely won’t have the physical ability or resources to respond to you.
- This is a remote opportunity. You’ll volunteer from home on your own schedule as your own pace.
Get started whenever you're ready by registering on our website as an individual, student, or group. We offer a program for students and student clubs requesting verification of their letters for community service credit.
Deliver food boxes on Fridays to clients' homes. Food boxes contain a variety of healthy food essentials, locally made or grown.
Packers assemble food items, organize and fill food boxes on Thursdays.
Deliver meals along an assigned route usually designed to be completed in 1-1.5hrs * Deliver meals to the clients' door. Have a few minutes for a brief chat. Pick-up around 11am.
Pack meals in MOW bags in the morning hours
Clean out and sanitize returning MOW bags in the afternoon
Letters Against Isolation volunteers send friendly, handwritten letters to senior citizens in aged care homes and programs. Join us in writing thoughtful, unique letters and cards to seniors in care facilities in Canada and worldwide:
- This is a remote opportunity. You’ll volunteer from home on your own schedule as your own pace.
- Craft each letter with sincere wishes, a personal message, and a considerate question.
- Demonstrate empathy and kindness, connect with elders and help them realize that they are special and appreciated.
- The most meaningful part of the letter is where the you write about yourself - this is what makes each message unique and special.
- Avoid topics like politics, religion, and holidays to ensure a positive impact.
- We strictly protect the privacy of our writers and our seniors.
- Letters should be uplifting and addressed to a “friend” rather than a specific person.
- Your words will be read and cherished by elders who likely won’t have the physical ability or resources to respond to you.
- We offer numerous blogposts with ideas about what to write and how to decorate your letters.
- You’ll need to supply your own stationery and ensure adequate postage to mail your letters to our partner facilities, which are currently located in Canada, the US, the UK and Australia.
- We welcome employers, teachers, students, foreign language students, clubs, organizations, and writers of all ages.
To get started, register as an individual, student or group on our website. You will receive our weekly newsletter and gain access to our web portal, where you’ll sign up to mail letters to any of our designated partner facilities.
We are seeking letter writers who will participate year-round, individually or as a group, in English or one of 30 different languages, across the US or globally. Just one letter makes a difference!
Volunteers needed to exercise their expertise in the following areas:
- receive and sort donations
- greet and help assist customers
- cashier duties
- electronics/small appliance fixer and tester
- put together creative, pleasing displays
- handyman around the building
- clean and price items for the following departments: housewares, books, jewellery, sports, furniture, clothing, shoes, linens, purses and luggage, toys, electronics and high-end collectables/sports memorabelia
General volunteers do a variety of tasks including food service * dispensing pantry goods * monitoring washrooms * coat check * and various other odd jobs.
A variety of volunteer opportunities available to assist with weekly timed 5 km run on the Duffins Trail * marshal, photography * setup, tear-down * timer, scanning, finish tokens * other tasks as needed
- Promoting our programs and workshops on social networks and monitor engagement (e.g. comments and shares)
- Creating and distributing marketing copy to advertise our projects
- Writing blog posts about our inititatives and events
- Ultimately, you will help us reach our target audience by delivering both useful and appealing online information regarding our events, workshops and programs.
- Identify community needs and recomend new topics
Requirements:
- A student involved in the above areas of study, seeking to get hands on experience
Or:
- Anyone with experience and a willingness to get involved with community work.
The links below will provide more information on our organization:
Instagram:
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Are you passionate about trees and want to grow the urban forest? Join LEAF for our Volunteer Orientation to discover how you can lend a helping hand!
During this interactive virtual session, participants will learn about the LEAF mission, our programs and the different volunteer roles that LEAF offers.
We have opportunities in Toronto, York Region and Durham Region to suit any volunteer, from hands-on planting to community engagement. Learn how you can help improve the urban forest in 2024 and beyond!
March Virtual Volunteer Orientation -
- Monday, March 4, 2024 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
- Registration is required and closes Thursday, February 29th at 11:59 p.m.
April Virtual Volunteer Orientation
- Monday, April 8, 2024 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
- Registration is required and closes Thursday, April 4th at 11:59 p.m.
Please note that volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Registrants will be provided a Zoom Meeting link to access the orientation.
The event will be delivered online and can be accessed through a web browser or an electronic device with the Zoom app. Internet access is required. For accessibility questions, please contact Natasha Jovanovic, natasha[at]yourleaf.org.
This event is supported by Ontario Power Generation.
Looking for volunteers to assist with the workshops and edible garden installations at schools
If you have a special volunteer interest, please specify
The links below will provide more information on our organization:
Instagram:
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We are looking for volunteers ages 15 - 30 to engage them in volunteering placements. There are ongoing programs like Digital Marketing and Advertising, Community Events to provide support, Technology program for Seniors, Food Pantry Program, Administration work. Talent and Skills Development workshops are provided along with training sessions to gain experience.
Looking for long-term Volunteers (minimum of 6 months, required to attend 2 hours minimum per week) to assist with every day programs, events, outings, entertainment and much MORE!
· Interacting with the public while providing great customer service. Merchandising and staging of furniture donations.
· eCommerce: product research for price and key selling points, measure dimensions, photography, and minor touch up of items to support our new online platform.
· Tasks may include customer service, product display, pricing, assembly, and repair
- Due to the physical nature of some of the tasks required, ReStore volunteers may be asked to lift heavy objects (bathroom fixtures, windows, doors, etc.)
- Assembling furniture and some restoration of various donations.
- Able to lift 10-20 pounds and be on your feet for several hours at a time.
- Volunteers are required to wear CSA approved green label safety shoes, some at store to borrow for volunteer shift
· Come with a willingness to learn from experienced volunteers and staff and to work as part of a team. A positive attitude, enthusiasm, flexibility, and a sense of humour is always key! Tasks are not always glamorous, so be prepared to do a variety of things.
Assist shoppers purchase new and gently-used womens, mens and childrens clothing * ensure tidiness of store * set up and take down displays * handle cash * sort clothing donations * promote, be able to talk to customers about Bethesda House
Assist at food bank * sort food donations and pack food bags for clients * gather and pack frozen meat, produce and dairy bags for clients.
JA Central Ontario is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to support students through JA learning experiences* JA engages volunteers from the local business communities to add value to the student experience by sharing industry insights and expertise* Using our highly interactive education programs you will aid students in developing necessary business and life skills, to enter tomorrows’ workforce* Acting as a resource, facilitator, motivator, and role model you will facilitate a JA learning experience in the classroom for a half a full day.
Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind is looking for volunteers in the Durham region, to help with our donation dog program. You would be responsible for placing new donations dogs in businesses, making the collections and deposits, sending reports, and generally ensuring the donation dogs are kept tidy. This position is great for retirees and those looking to volunteer a few hours a month, with a flexible schedule. If you are interested in joining this national fundraising effort, email Jeff at events@guidedogs.ca.
Be a part of a team of museum village gardeners * assist in the research, planning, planting, and maintenance of the heritage gardens
Provide excellent customer service to all Whitby Courthouse Theatre patrons in roles such as ushering, concessions sales, ticket scanners, etc.
Attend assigned charity bingo sessions on our behalf * 2 hour bingo sessions that work with your schedule * duties involved include light cleaning and providing customer service
Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) has volunteer and non-paid work experience opportunities for a variety of volunteers such as secondary and post-secondary students, corporate opportunities, festival events (Durham Children's Watershed Festival and Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival) and the Conservation Area Trail Stewards (CATS) program.