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Lakeridge Health Bowmanville
Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, 47 Liberty Street, South Bowmanville ON, L1C 2N4
Out of abundance of care, the Volunteer Program is suspended across all of Lakeridge Health hospitals. We are still accepting electronic website of interest forms and/or online application to join our volunteer team. I will connect back with you as soon as we are able to recruit new volunteers. We continue to hope for a better tomorrow.
Volunteers in the Emergency waiting room are ambassadors and provide a friendly face and support to patients/families * this is a pilot project
Offer support to patients who may be in pain, feel scared, disconnected on loved one's status * respond to the needs of the patients to offer comfort, minimize stress and provide the best patient experience possible * engage in conversations with patient & families * way-finding, escort people to various locations * ensure wheelchairs are available at all times * offer Patient Experience Research surveys
Volunteers in the Emergency waiting room are ambassadors and provide a friendly face and support to patients/families * this is a pilot project
Offer support to patients who may be in pain, feel scared, disconnected on loved one's status * respond to the needs of the patients to offer comfort, minimize stress and provide the best patient experience possible * engage in conversations with patient & families * way-finding, escort people to various locations * ensure wheelchairs are available at all times * offer Patient Experience Research surveys

Royal City Soccer Club, Soccer Camps
Camp sites in Pickering, Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa
Volunteers at our summer day camps may have any of the following responsibilities: Assisting staff with coaching and supervising children at camp * equipment collection and maintenance (i.e. inflating soccer balls, collecting cones) * general help around camp * maintain a clean camp environment and help staff meet all safety protocols * adhere to and help enforce all camp policies

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarington
Clarington schools
Provide positive one-on-one attention, guidance, and support to a child while at school * play sports, games, crafts * promote importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers * currently, all matches are meeting virtually

Oshawa (City of). Public Library, Northview Branch
Northview Branch Library, 250 Beatrice St E, Oshawa
COVID 19 Update - The volunteer program is running virtually
Assist students in grades 2-3 improve French reading and comprehension skills * offer updates to library staff on progress of children * occasional interaction with parents * work with library staff to develop program to ensure the needs of enrolled children are being met
Assist students in grades 2-3 improve French reading and comprehension skills * offer updates to library staff on progress of children * occasional interaction with parents * work with library staff to develop program to ensure the needs of enrolled children are being met

Oshawa (City of). Public Library, Jess Hann Branch
Oshawa Public Library, Jess Hahn Branch, 199 Wentworth St W, Unit 48, Oshawa
COVID 19 Update - Please note, the volunteer program is running virtually
Assist students in grade 1-3 improve reading skills * listen to child read, help with sounds or pronunciation if needed * reinforce reading for enjoyment
Assist students in grade 1-3 improve reading skills * listen to child read, help with sounds or pronunciation if needed * reinforce reading for enjoyment

Oshawa (City of). Public Library, Delpark Homes Centre Branch
Oshawa Public Library, Delpark Branch, 1661 Harmony Rd N, Oshawa
COVID 19 Update - The volunteer program is being done virtually
Assist students in grade 2-3 improve reading skills * listen to child read, help with sounds or pronunciation if needed * reinforce reading for enjoyment
Assist students in grade 2-3 improve reading skills * listen to child read, help with sounds or pronunciation if needed * reinforce reading for enjoyment

Oshawa (City of). Public Library, McLaughlin Branch
Oshawa Public Library, McLaughlin Branch, 65 Bagot St, Oshawa
COVID 19 Update - The volunteer program is currently running on-line
Assist grade one-to-three students improve reading skills * listen to child read, help with sounds or pronunciation if needed * reinforce reading for enjoyment
Assist grade one-to-three students improve reading skills * listen to child read, help with sounds or pronunciation if needed * reinforce reading for enjoyment

Christian Horizons. Central East District
Oshawa
Instruct clients on life skills * sew, cook, shop, budget * safety skills * music, art * computers * mentor social awareness skills * develop trust * accompany into community to engage in social activities

Great Big Theatre Company
First Baptist Church, 812 Hortop St, Oshawa
Assist counselors to lead groups of children and youth in Drama Camp Activities - acting, dancing, singing, playwriting, Theater games & improvisations, visual arts

Sunrise Youth Group
Sunrise Youth Group 1621 McEwen Dr, Unit 6, Whitby * trips and events in the community
All volunteer opportunities are currently held online through Zoom * Supporting the individuals by engaging with them online through movie night events, arts & crafts, and so much more!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarington
Clarington schools
Provide positive one-on-one attention, support and guidance to a child after school or on the weekend * play sports, games, crafts * promote healthy relationship skills with family and peers

FOOTPRINTS 4 Autism
Whitby Library, 405 Dundas St W, Whitby * Pickering Public Library, 1 The Esplanade, Pickering
Spend time with a young person one-to-one * play games, do crafts * have meaningful, fun and safe experience with your buddy with the guidance of a qualified supervisor

Ajax (Town of). Ajax Community Centre
Ajax Community Centre, 75 Centennial Rd, Ajax, ON L1S 4S4
Assist patrons (mostly children) with rock climbing activities * coach, encourage * belaying (securing with ropes) * clean equipment

Kerry's Place Autism Services, Durham Resource Centre, Durham Resource Centre
Under supervision assist in social groups for children, adolescence and adults * social groups can be in house or in the community.

York Durham Heritage Railway
19 Railway St, Uxbridge
Many positions available at the York-Durham Heritage Railway Association * ambassador for the railway * assist with on-board services annual seasonal events * offer tourist train experience on heritage coaches, on-board entertainment * seasonal events in Uxbridge, snack bar and souvenir stand * establish and maintain a museum of railway memorabilia * promote rail heritage education

Pickering Football Club, Pickering Soccer Centre
Brock Ridge Community Park, Brock Rd and Finch Ave, Pickering
Pickering FC has suspended ALL programming and events for the foreseeable future. The PFC office and the Pickering Soccer Centre will be closed until further notice Play one-on-one with athletes and guide them through sessions * work with instructors and other volunteers, learn how to mentor * set up and take down equipment/stations * demonstrate soccer skills, physical skills and teamwork skills * help athletes to make friends and have a good time

Oshawa (City of). Public Library, Northview Branch
Northview Branch, 250 Beatrice St E, Oshawa
The Library is closed and the volunteer program has been suspended until further notice Assist grade 2 to 3 students improve reading skills * listen to child read, help with sounds or pronunciation if needed * reinforce reading for enjoyment

Sunrise Youth Group
Various locations
All volunteer activity is suspened until further notice Assist special needs person on/off event bus * participate in event * encourage everyone to socialize at event

Epilepsy Durham Region
Epilepsy Durham Region, 310 Byron St S, Suite 3, Whitby
Due to circumstances relating to COVID-19, new requests for volunteer opportunities are temporarily on hold until further notice Assist with awareness building, fund raising events * help with outreach/public education, planning and fundraising

Sunrise Youth Group
Sunrise Youth Group, 1621 McEwen Dr, Whitby * also events in the community
All volunteer activity is suspened until further notice Assist staff with dances, bbq, sports, games night or weekend camping

FOOTPRINTS 4 Autism
Dunbarton Fairport United Church,1066 Dunbarton Rd * St. Mark's United Church, 201 Centre St, Whitby
Work independently to provide one-on-one supervision of child under 13 while they play, complete crafts and other activities * assist with set up, take down of activity stations

Station Gallery
Station Gallery, 1450 Henry St, Whitby
Assist artist instructors to facilitate art programs for children, youth and families * assist with art activities, and clean up after class * must be comfortable working with large groups of children * experience working with children in an arts setting is an asset

Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham
Schools in North Durham
Facilitate Go Girls, program for girls 12-14 to learn about food and nutrition * provide guidance, attention, praise and advice to instill trust and self-confidence * promote importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers

Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham
Schools in North Durham
Role model to child in in-school program * provide guidance, attention, praise and advice * promote importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers

Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham
Schools in North Durham
Facilitate Game On,program for young men 12 to 14 * promote Literacy program, self-esteem and sports activities * provide guidance, attention, praise and advice * promote importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers

Station Gallery
Station Gallery, Henry St, Whitby
Support the Artist Instructors in art classes with school groups * preparation, clean up * facilitate art projects and activities for K-8 children

Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham
Brock, Uxbridge or Scugog
One-on-one mentor to child aged 6-16 * meet, plan weekly outing * provide guidance, attention, praise and advice * promote importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers

Black Physicians of Tomorrow
1467 Whites Rd N, Pickering
Tutor highschool aged students in STEM subject areas * assess the fit of potential candidates * develop tailored strategies to combat learning challenges * partner with educators and family to leverage shared interest of improving academic performance * communicate where BPT and the STEM Works program can further address and support needs

Pickering Museum Village
Pickering Museum Village, 2365 Concession Road 6, Pickering
Inform guests about village buildings and museum activities * present heritage demonstrations * skills training and costume provided

Pickering Museum Village
Pickering Museum, 2365 6th Concession Rd Village, Greenwood
Assist with programs such as pioneer games as a costumed interpreter * craft table assistant * day of event support

Junior Achievement [Durham Region], Central Ontario
Program offered in Durham Schools - Ajax, Pickering, Oshawa, Bowmanville, Whitby, Courtice, Uxbridge
Deliver interactive financial literacy education programs to Grade 7 and 8 students * facilitate, act as a resource and role model, motivate
Facilitate a Junior Achievement program in a classroom for a day * use JA interactive education programs to help students develop necessary business and life skills, to enter tomorrows’ workforce * act as a resource, motivate and be a role model * volunteer solo or with a colleague/friend or be matched with a partner * multiple programs to choose from, depending on your interests and skills
Facilitate a Junior Achievement program in a classroom for a day * use JA interactive education programs to help students develop necessary business and life skills, to enter tomorrows’ workforce * act as a resource, motivate and be a role model * volunteer solo or with a colleague/friend or be matched with a partner * multiple programs to choose from, depending on your interests and skills

Girl Guides of Canada-Guides du Canada, Ontario Council
Various locations in Durham Region
Share your skills to help girls and young women develop their potential * deliver programs that help guides develop life skills that are highly valued * program delivery, training, communications * event planning, risk management

Girls Inc. of Durham, Ajax
Girls Inc Durham, 1-389 Bayly St W, Ajax
Assist with group based after-school programs * be a positive model and mentor and provide a valuable support system for girls * build relationships, self-esteem, and self-confidence * help girls set goals and work toward accomplishing them

Make-A-Wish Canada
At the homes of Make-a-Wish children and families in Durham Region
With a volunteer wish granter partner, help to grant the wish of children in Durham Region * visit the children and understand the reason for the child's most heartfelt wish * complete and submit wish paperwork * create wish enhancements, special touches to keep the children excited about their wish throughout the process * solicit in-kind gifts * plan a 'send off' or 'presentation' party for each wish as appropriate * develop rapport with the child and the family and liason between chapter staff and the wish process * other duties as necessary and appropriate

Scouts Canada, Oshawa and Courtice Area
Oshawa, Courtice
Help Beaver Scouts develop personal and team skills in a positive atmosphere * encourage youth development through Scouts Canada Program delivery

Junior Achievement [Durham Region], Central Ontario
High School in Durham Region
With the a team of business professionals, the Company Program (CP) Advisor will act as a business mentor, role model and facilitator for a group of 10-30 high school students * mentor, coach, guide and support students through an 18-week entrepreneurial journey to create, run and liquidate a real start-up business
Resources, training and support for all volunteers is provided by the JA Company Program team
Resources, training and support for all volunteers is provided by the JA Company Program team

Scouts Canada, Oshawa and Courtice Area
Help scouts develop personal and team skills in a positive atmosphere * encourage youth development through Scouts Canada Program delivery using a badge system and outdoor adventure activities

Pickering Reading Circle
Pickering Public Library, Central Branch, upper level, One the Esplanade, Pickering
Assist with literacy and numeracy with an elementary student aged 4- 13 years * help and mentor

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority [Durham Region], Administrative Information
Throughout the GTA * some Durham Region locations
Assist with outdoor environmental community events throughout the Greater Toronto Area and across the TRCA’s jurisdiction * successful candidates must attend a volunteer training session and commit to volunteering for 4 weekend days during this event season
Participate in the spring training session and site safety orientations before each event * assist with the set-up of tables, tents and other event equipment * greet participants, collect registration information and any required waivers or releases * assist with planting demonstrations * provide support to Family Nature Events * engage event participants in interactive activities at an event booth (successful candidates will be trained to lead event activities) * assist with packing up tables, tents and other event equipment
Participate in the spring training session and site safety orientations before each event * assist with the set-up of tables, tents and other event equipment * greet participants, collect registration information and any required waivers or releases * assist with planting demonstrations * provide support to Family Nature Events * engage event participants in interactive activities at an event booth (successful candidates will be trained to lead event activities) * assist with packing up tables, tents and other event equipment

Toronto Zoo
Toronto Zoo, 2000 Meadowvale Rd, Toronto * enter gate at Meadowvale entrance
Connect Students and families to nature at interactive activity stations and with guided tours * Enhance Zoo visitors' experiences with information and directions * share your people skills * rediscover the natural world * learn something new * enjoy a flexible commitment
Weekday Volunteers - assist with student workshops * lead curriculum-based tours on zoo site
Weekend Volunteers - assist at special events * operate education areas on zoo site
Weekday Volunteers - assist with student workshops * lead curriculum-based tours on zoo site
Weekend Volunteers - assist at special events * operate education areas on zoo site

My Sensory Place of Durham
Whitby Baptist Church, 411 Gilbert St, Whitby
Respite child care for children aged 3 -12 years * help with arts and crafts programs * play games

We Grow Food
South Patch Garden, 863 Glen St, Oshawa * Alexandra's Bounty, 364 Simcoe St N * Carea, 115 Grassmere
Garden maintenance at one or more of the community gardens in Oshawa general garden and property care * build raised beds, paint * planting, watering, weeding, harvesting * food storage

We Grow Food
South Patch, 863 Glen St S * Alexandra's Bounty,374 Simcoe St N * Carea 115 Grassmere Ave
We Grow Food has 7 events planned during the season * with the support of other volunteers, organize events to highlight We Grow Food * use your knowledge and energy to create 2 new fundraising events

Outfox Magazine
Assist with creating editions of Outfox Magazine - a small startup monthly publication for children on the autism spectrum * edit articles so language is clear and can be understood by those 8-12 years old * create graphics inline with articles * write an article
Opportunity to use marketing, fundraising and grant writing experience to benefit CEIDA
Opportunity to use marketing, fundraising and grant writing experience to benefit CEIDA