At this time, all volunteer programs within our five hospitals have been put on hold; however, we are still recruiting for the time when it is appropriate for us to resume. Once the programs are up and running again, we will be updating what our current needs are. If you respond to this listing, please know your information is secure and we will absolutely be connecting with you again. Thank you so much and stay well. 
 
 
Provide excellent service to visitors, patients and staff in the Gift Shop * work with cash and operate a cash register and Moneris machine

Board and committee member(s) * attend minimum of 10 monthly board meetings and one annual meeting * committee meetings as needed * guide and support the organization that supports young parents

At this time, all volunteer programs within our five hospitals have been put on hold; however, we are still recruiting for the time when it is appropriate for us to resume. Once the programs are up and running again, we will be updating what our current needs are. If you respond to this listing, please know your information is secure and we will absolutely be connecting with you again. Thank you so much and stay well. 
 
 
Various volunteer positions at the R.S. McLaughlin Durham Region Cancer Centre (DRCC) at Lakeridge Health Oshawa * Hospitality/Information Desk, Lab Volunteer, Waiting Room, Systemic Therapy Suite (18 yrs+) * Patient Education 
 
Welcome patients/visitors, assist patients with the registration process and completion of ESAS at the computer kiosks as required * assist ADU clinic by calling/accompanying patients to ADU area * provide assistance to Canadian Cancer Society Volunteer Drivers and assist with way-finding and gather abandoned wheelchairs

At this time, all volunteer programs within our five hospitals have been put on hold; however, we are still recruiting for the time when it is appropriate for us to resume. Once the programs are up and running again, we will be updating what our current needs are. If you respond to this listing, please know your information is secure and we will absolutely be connecting with you again. Thank you so much and stay well. 
 
 
Be part of the team focused on improved waiting experience for patients, family members and visitors * focus on the wait-areas within the Emergency Department * provide comfort and reassurance as needed in the waiting area

At this time, all volunteer programs within our five hospitals have been put on hold; however, we are still recruiting for the time when it is appropriate for us to resume. Once the programs are up and running again, we will be updating what our current needs are. If you respond to this listing, please know your information is secure and we will absolutely be connecting with you again. Thank you so much and stay well 
 
 
Greet and guide patients and visitors within Emergency department * ensure wheelchairs available if needed * provide appropriate comfort measures and support to patients and their family members awaiting treatment * support patient experience research (data collection)

Deliver meals along an assigned route usually designed to be completed in 1-1.5hrs * greet the client, offer a friendly greeting and observe our clients well-being

At this time, all volunteer programs within our five hospitals have been put on hold; however, we are still recruiting for the time when it is appropriate for us to resume. Once the programs are up and running again, we will be updating what our current needs are. If you respond to this listing, please know your information is secure and we will absolutely be connecting with you again. Thank you so much and stay well. 
 
 
Volunteer year round at the Lakeridge Health Oshawa hospital * various positions in Hospitality, Patient Support and Retail * help greet and guide patients and families * Cancer Centre, various Clinics and Emergency Department * Gift Shop and Auxiliary Café

At this time, all volunteer programs within our five hospitals have been put on hold; however, we are still recruiting for the time when it is appropriate for us to resume. Once the programs are up and running again, we will be updating what our current needs are. If you respond to this listing, please know your information is secure and we will absolutely be connecting with you again. Thank you so much and stay well. 
 
 
On the patient care support services team,volunteers provide one on one visiting with patients where compassion, patience and an approachable nature are needed * social interaction and support * assist the Charge Nurse and clerks as required * converse and provide support to patients as well as family and friends * take approved patients for a short stroll in or outside the hospital if appropriate * read to patients, write letters or assist in making telephone calls * make tea or coffee for the patients

At this time, all volunteer programs within our five hospitals have been put on hold; however, we are still recruiting for the time when it is appropriate for us to resume. Once the programs are up and running again, we will be updating what our current needs are. If you respond to this listing, please know your information is secure and we will absolutely be connecting with you again. Thank you so much and stay well. 
 
 
Assist the Coordinator of Volunteer Resources in the effective organization and implementation of the Lakeridge Health Oshawa volunteer program * answer telephone and walk-in inquiries, assist with volunteer schedules * assist with projects as needed

Provide free, specialized in-home relief childcare for children 0-16, as support for mothers who have been diagnosed with cancer, for those requiring palliative care and for families requiring additional relief during the bereavement period  
 
Nanny Angels offer fun, educational, creative, and safe supportive and engaging experiences for the children in their care * Nanny Angels role is to engage and support the child(ren) with four hours of childcare service per week to the same family 
 
Volunteers are matched with families based on compatibility and location within Durham Region

All Lakeridge Health volunteer programs are suspended until the COVID-19 outbreak is finished 
 
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

All Lakeridge Health volunteer programs are suspended until the COVID-19 outbreak is finished  
 
Assist at New to You Shoppe with gently used clothing and small items * located off site to benefit Lakeridge Health Bowmanville * greet and serve customers * sort, price and display items * handle cash

All Lakeridge Health volunteer programs are suspended until the COVID-19 outbreak is finished  
 
Assist staff in the delivery of a variety of activities for patients which improve functional ability, leisure independence and quality of life

All Lakeridge Health volunteer programs are suspended until the COVID-19 outbreak is finished  
 
Assist staff with recreation activities for Complex Continuing Care patients to help improve functional ability, leisure independence and quality of life

All Lakeridge Health volunteer programs are suspended until the COVID-19 outbreak is finished 
 
Treats and Treasures Cafe and Gift Shop at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville * be a champion for helping others, operate cash register and handle cash, replenish stock as required and make coffee * training is provided

All Lakeridge Health volunteer programs are suspended until the COVID-19 outbreak is finished 
 
Assist with meal support, social interaction, opportunities to encourage daily mobility/exercises * offer cognitive stimulation with bedside activities

The Library is closed and the volunteer program has been suspended until further notice 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

Volunteer opportunities for people who are approximately two years past their bereavement date and are looking for meaningful ways to offer their support to others * be trained to offer peer support for bereavement groups and events, by phone and private online support groups * in person support groups are suspended for the time being

All Habitat Durham work-sites, offices, ReStores, and build sites are closed until further notice Use your plumbing trade knowledge to check donated plumbing equipment for functionality, help price donated items * potential to train others in basic plumbing knowledge to perform similar duties

All Habitat Durham work-sites, offices, ReStores, and build sites are closed until further notice Assist ReStore Floor Manager * merchandise, store organization * product research, price items * assist with off-loading truck and other tasks as needed

All Habitat Durham work-sites, offices, ReStores, and build sites are closed until further notice Test electrical and other donated items at Re-Store * visually inspect and test for function prior to resale

All Habitat Durham work-sites, offices, ReStores, and build sites are closed until further notice Sort and organize warehouse * receive deliveries * pick-up assistance * unload truck

Volunteer program suspended until further notice Board member * join the ten-member Board of Directors * board is responsible for the governance of the non-profit organization * monthly meetings in person at the Ajax office * preference given to interested parties with a strong background in law, property maintenance, fundraising, marketing and promotions, community and social services

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

All volunteer activity is suspened until further notice Assist participants with a wide range of on site and in the community recreational activities * themed night events, art projects, physically active activities * opportunity to accompany the group on trips out in the community - hockey games, baseball * retreats and camping programs in the summer

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

Closed to all visitors and volunteers. Accepting applications for volunteers with interviews done via phone. Orientation and start dates will be confirmed once The Wynfield is open again for volunteers and visitors. One-to-one visit with resident to socialize * serve snacks at the café * transfer residents to and from in-house events

Volunteer program suspended until further notice One-on-one visit with a resident * encourage discussion, and friendly social interaction

Volunteer program suspended until further notice Organize card tournaments * modify sports or games as necessary to include all residents

All parkrun events are on hold http://parkrun.me/covid19 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

All volunteer activity is suspened until further notice Assist staff with dances, bbq, sports, games night or weekend camping

All volunteer activity is suspened until further notice Assist where needed at dances, movie nights, essential skills nights, cabin retreats and sporting events

Due to COVID-19 Second Chance Store is closed until further notice 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

Meet with group each week for 2 hours after-school for 10 weeks * facilitate with other group leaders fun and engaging curriculum * encourage participation, build confidence and be positive role model * maintain contact with agency supervisor for ongoing support and assistance * provide feedback on program effectiveness * adhere to agency policies and legislative requirements 
 
This program is suspended until further notice due to the impacts and risks with covid-19. Prospective volunteers will receive email communication, but will not meet in person until further notice .

TheThrift Store is closed until further notice Sort donations * ensure tidiness of store * duties as assigned

Volunteer program suspended until further notice Suppport an adult with an intellectual disability to have a volunteer position in a community setting * work side by side with the individual to support inclusion and success at the volunteer location of their choice

Care for children (babies and toddlers) while their young mothers are getting pampered (on-site) at the Mother's Day Event

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

The Communication Program Volunteer assists adults with aphasia and acquired communication disabilities in a group setting, by learning and applying supportive communication techniques * with guidance and support from Speech-Language Pathologists and Communicative Disorders Assistants, volunteers provide clients with opportunities to engage in conversation and increase life participation

Join a museum team, participate in team events * greet people, be a tour guide * wear a costume as an old fashioned store clerk * help with displays and special events such as teas * general help with museum duties * clean and tidy to prepare for events 
 
Volunteer at special museum events with duties such as being an interpretive tour guide * work with event organizers to prepare, host the event and clean up * share a particular skills, talents and interests

Encourage residents to socialize with others * stroll the grounds with residents

Sign volunteers in and out for closing shift * supervise all volunteers and assign duties * oversee clean-up of kitchen * prepare for the next day, see opening shift is fully organized

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

Assist patrons (mostly children) with rock climbing activities * coach, encourage * belaying (securing with ropes) * clean equipment

Help with set-up and take-down of event or booth * engage with visitors, talk about and promote Bethesda House programs and services * assist with other duties related to the event as needed 
 
Annual events include Walk A Mile In Her Shoes, Take Back The Night, Dinner& Auction, BIA events related to Bethesda House second Chance store

Leadership opportunity for Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure, manage the Logistics committee * develop and execute a site plan * organize 1 km and 5 km route * recruit volunteers to support all local Run activities on the day of the event * lead meetings, motivate the committee * act as an ambassador for the organization

Many opportunities to assist the Kindred Spirits Orchestra * help with stage set-up, food preparation, music library inventory * Instagram/Facebook/Twitter accounts maintenance, HTML website maintenance * marketing and design of posters, programs, and brochures * audio/video recording and editing, mailing lists * board of directors and committees

Become a facilitator in recreation and support groups for those with emotional or mental health concerns * groups take place during the week * extensive training provided

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

Set up meetings with Members of Parliament * recruit politically engaged students to meet with MPs * plan and practicing MP meetings * train Future Majority members for these meetings * set up and facilitate debrief with attendees after the MP meeting

Deliver short class presentations to recruit new Future Majority members * train new members * collect petitions * attend and co-facilitate a weekly team meeting * support volunteer petitioning efforts * coordinate volunteer petitioning shifts

Facilitate small group discussions with adults with Aphasia and acquired communication disabilities who have difficulty speaking, reading, listening or writing as a result of stroke, brain injury or brain illness 
 
Learn and apply supportive communication techniques * with guidance and support from Speech-Language Pathologists and Communicative Disorders Assistants, volunteers provide clients with opportunities to engage in conversation of mutual interest and themed activites that may increase participation and enjoyment

Play a stringed instrument - violin, viola, cello or double bass - with Music4Life ensemble and the 40 hour challenge * attend weekly 2 hour practice and participate as a volunteer player in one string section * help with setup and take down during practice * perform in end of season showcase * make live string music available to members of our Durham Region Community * assist with performance setup and take down on performance day

Assist with event preparation * set up and take down stage * sell raffle tickets * registration * other duties as required

Help to host an activity, participate in weekly peer to peer social and recreational activities for autistic adults and their care givers * arrive early to greet participants * register new families *distribute news for AHBD * participate in program and take pictures of sessions * audit program for member satisfaction and report concerns * contribute ideas and insights to season planning

Clean water and food dishes, cages * ensure animals have fresh food, water * socialize with cats and kittens * talk to potential adopters and others about cats, cat issues, adoption

Provide a temporary, warm, clean indoor environment for a cat or kittens * ensure fresh water and food (provided by agency), and clean litter box * play and socialize * transport to vet visits and adoption events

Occasional driver to pick up cats from vet clinics after spay/neuter appointments or other vet visits * return to foster homes or adoption centres

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

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

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

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

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

Assist the Learning and Engagement Department with various programming * weekly classes for children aged 2-14 * workshops at monthly event “RMG Fridays” * other events include Holiday Artisan Market and RMG Exposed fundraiser

Assist in one or several ways with various events happening in downtown Oshawa * take tickets, count cars , keep area tidy * assist event staff , assist at volunteer booth, event communications * parking and traffic control * provide information, photograph event, promote the downtown at external events 
 
Summer and Fall 2020 events

Assist individuals as they transition back to community after being incarcerated for sexual offending * meet individuals at a circle of support and accountability * safer, healthier communities is an underlying goal

Greet groups upon arrival * lead tour of houses * participate in craft sessions * perform heritage demonstrations-candle making, butter making, weaving etc * implement spring and summer break programs * provide artifact and building security * duties as required

Event planning * event day support * create projects on the history of Oshawa

Assist staff with upkeep of heritage gardens and exteriors - weeding, pruning herbs, tilling soil etc

Take care of children aged newborn to three while parent(s) attend in-house program

Provide assistance to blind or partially sighted person in your neighbourhood * activities include reading, computer assistance, walks and friendly visiting * meet at the individual's home or another suitable and agreed upon location at a convenient time * help with day to day activities, running an errand, read the news etc to ease feelings of stress, isolation and loneliness

STEM Camp Ambassador * travel to the STEM Camp location 1-2 times each week * observe summer camp operations using supplied checklist * forward observations and report to Head Office after each visit 
 
STEM Camps to have locations in Durham Region for summer 2021

Board Member for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarington * monthly board meetings, sub-committee work * attend events and support BBBS fundraising activities

Serve on the volunteer Board * of interest to individuals who are involved in the delivery of health and home care services for the physically and mentally disabled and want to contribute their time, knowledge and experience to this segment of the community * attend monthly evening meetings * actively participate on two subcommittees, monthly via teleconference

Work with management to plan every aspect of Brooklin Redmen lacrosse team upcoming season * marketing, promotions, sponsorship and game day assistance * attend monthly meetings except during the summer game season

Assist residents with recreation programs * play cards, encourage participation with crafts * one to one visits, reading, puzzles * group events/parties for residents

Welcome guests * light clean up * share information about Herizon House with guests * alert Bingo staff to guests needing assistance * adhere to OLG code of conduct

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

Support adults with developmental disability by bringing skills and talents to the Day Programs at The Clarington Project * cooking, baking and Hot Lunch Thursday * teach Zumba, tai chi, dance or organize walks or hikes for the Health and Wellness recreation program * creative art skills, wood working, pottery or jewelry making for the Art and Creative Expression * Life Skills sessions include money management, internet safety and job skill preparedness * participate in community visits, shopping or recreational activities * share your special skill or hobby with the people Community Living Oshawa Clarington supports * provide transportation to and from the hub so members can participate in all the activities 
 
Volunteers are needed who are keen to encourage members to participate in physical fitness, walking, working out, outdoor time and activities at a nearby park

Plan funding requirements * prepare budget submissions with Executive Director and Executive Committee * report financial transparency to community

Inform guests about village buildings and museum activities * present heritage demonstrations * skills training and costume provided

Be part of the team responsible for village food programming * Christmas baking * heritage cooking and baking demonstrations * workshops

Be a part of a team of museum village gardeners * assist in the research, planning, planting, and maintenance of the heritage gardens

Demonstrate daily activities of museum woodwork shop * create items for sale in gift shop * use skills to repair and restore existing village buildings

Assist with programs such as pioneer games as a costumed interpreter * craft table assistant * day of event support

Visit residents with your calm, well behaved pet * monitor residents as they interact with the animal * friendly interaction and conversation with residents

Research construct and ready costumes for performance * mend, preserve and care for costume collection inventory

Volunteer Board of Directors * set policy, exercise oversight and provide strategic direction for the important work of Participation House

Under supervision assist in social groups for children, adolescence and adults * social groups can be in house or in the community.

Hands-on experience in variety of production roles * Studio Camera, Audio Board Operation * Floor Directing, Production Assistant, Guest Liaison * Switching, Directing * Graphics Operation, Mobile Productions

Greet visitors * work as a team member * help with special events * lead historic house tours

Spend time with an adult who has an intellectual disability * participate in activities of mutual interest * assist with involvement in community activities

Support local breastfeeding /chest feeding parents and families with peers, and your own experience.

Deliver drinks and snacks to residents * push tuck cart from room to room * make change for purchases * talk and interact with residents

Get involved at one of the locations of Oshawa Senior Citizens Centre * many volunteer opportunities to choose from * administration, board member, committee member * support services, education, community relations * recreation, special projects, fundraising 
 
Click here to fill in an OSCC Volunteer Application Form

Help to update the main contact list which will feed both direct mail and elelctronic news

Communications and public relations for Carion Fenn with consistent voice and tone for all channels * represent Carion Fenn as an ambassador when answering questions from the public, media and other organizations * plan publicity campaign and public relations activities to raise public awareness * seek out media interview opportunities * write and submit press releases * promote events and activities * seek and research organizations that can partner with Carion Fenn * create blogs posts and edit website and social media accounts *prepare media materials and kits * analyze media coverage * attend meetings online or in person

Administrative support to Executive team * file, telephone, documents, photocopy * monitor social media and provide support * communicate with volunteers, maintain and update email * coordinate tFlag raising, proclamation and delegation requests and grant and funding lists * maintain and update award lists, complete award applications * attend Community and Program Events * help maintain office * recruit, schedule and track volunteer hours with monthly reports to President & CEO * manage memberhip and sponsor lists * coordinate community events and other projects * human resources

Grant writer * develop and write grant proposals and make funding applications to foundations and other grant-making organizations * organize and submit grant requests, establish and maintain foundation contacts * maintain a calendar of submissions and other deadlines * research grants/funding opportunities * make donation requests to banks, social clubs and organizations

Create materials to visually represent the organization's identity and ensure consistent organizational brand * design flyers, logos and banners * create graphics to be used for digital communications * create and update existing templates including letterheads, Newsletter, Brochures, Flyers, fact sheets, signage and banners consistent with brand guidelines * support the communications team and President & CEO with branding content creation.

Give presentations to students and teachers * attend and support Kick Off assemblies * attend and run Event Days * post event, some administrative support

Board member for Literacy Council of Durham Region (LCDR) * provide governance and strategic planning * attend monthly meeting at the Council office and one committee meeting 
 
Those with a background in Fundraising, Finance and Law and Policy (including, the Corporations Act and the upcoming Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA) would be most welcome 
 
**The Board is currently at capacity, however accepting CVs for those wishing to be on file for when there is an opening **

Provide members with opportunities to engage in conversations * model and encourage the use of various supportive communication strategies such as key wording, choices etc * participate in calendar planning and program implementation * prepare and/or bring in discussion materials/resources for the group * assist members during arrival/departure, program set-up/clean-up and coffee breaks

Instruct adults in basic reading, writing and numeracy

Various roles available * usher, concession sales * set-up, clean-up * provide good customer service to all Whitby Courthouse Theatre patrons

Prepare lunch for high school students who are teen moms * plan the meal, prepare, serve, and clean up * use of full kitchen with oven, stove, microwave, crock pots, etc to create

Dog visiting program * dog and the owner visit clients who are living in isolation, in a hospice or receiving palliative care * the visit with the dog gives the client the unconditional love and support that only dogs are capable of

Share your knowledge and expertise as a volunteer instructor with older adults * use your expertise, knowledge, passion, on a wide variety of subjects in the Arts, Humanities, Sciences, Technology and Contemporary Issues * develop the course including research, provide reading materials, presentation, and delivery * courses can be delivered in a variety of formats, Lecture with some Q&A, Lecture with some discussion, Discussion (facilitated course), Interactive/hands-on (such as painting, memoir writing, etc.) and courses can include guest speakers. 
 
To assist volunteers, an Instructor Coaching and Mentoring Program are available, and an Instructor Training Program will be available in the new year (2020) and is free for anyone who wants to become an instructor or improve their present instructor skill sets

Welcome audience to theatre, hand out program, assist patrons to their seat * assist with concession sales

Assist at a peer support meeting for those with low and no vision * assist the facilitator during the period of the peer support group session * ensure a safe environment * tasks will depend on meeting location and need * make reminder phone calls * general maintenance duties * assist with refreshments * other duties as required * track and report volunteer hours as directed

Porter residents to events within Hillsdale * interact, encourage and assist participation * set up/clean up

Deliver food to agencies within Durham Region * pick up of food drive donations and pick up/deliver skids of perishable and non-perishable food, personal hygiene items etc within the GTA

Accompany women to Family Court proceedings and/or legal appointments * advocacy, emotional support, safety planning, note taking, and debriefing

Deliver prepared meals to client's home

Light housekeeping including dusting, vacuuming and laundry in the home of a client

Home Maintenance activities * during winter months shovel driveways and clear walkways * spring, summer and fall tasks are yard work, cut grass, rake leaves, clean up of gardens/flower beds

Computer work * answer telephones, direct calls to appropriate extension * file and photocopy * assemble client packages

Drive clients to medical appointments, shopping, errands

Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) has volunteer and non-paid work experience opportunities for secondary and post-secondary students * corporate opportunities * events Durham Children's Watershed Festival and Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival

Events to benefit those on the autism spectrum and their families  
 
Make decorations for the Halloween party * help to host Hallowe'en party 
 
Help to host the Pancake Breakfast

Assist with the Young Onset Dementia program * meet and greet guests, help to serve snack, lunch, and coffee/tea * help participants with programs and encourage social engagement

Provide support to the program coordinator, or the designated group leader * review content for each session to assist with delivering the daily program/agenda * answer questions about other Alzheimer’s Society programs * foster a safe and inviting environment for guests to share their experiences * engage with guests, listen to stories and experiences 
 
Brain Wave Café programs are a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment for people with dementia and their care partners to socialize * offers a range of fun, educational, and engaging activities that encompass art, music, and games * led by qualified staff and supported by local volunteers, these regular social groups improve well-being and reduce isolation for entire families * friendships are often formed and people who attend leave the sessions feeling connected and renewed

Lead or support a 90 minute, once a month, drop-in session for people with dementia and their care partners * plan the structured component of the session * use curriculum booklet as a guide, prepare a 30–40 minute activity while keeping in mind client expectations and needs * 30 minutes prior to session, set up and organize venue * actively engage all participants with an inclusive environment, and employ strategies for those who may have a difficult time connecting and conversing * transport required materials for the program, some items may be stored at the site * with the support of program volunteers, ensure the venue is clean and tidy at the end of each session * responsible for taking attendance, provide name tags, write a monthly summary, share report with ASDR

Provide grounding, check-ins, community resources and appropriate information to clients * connect with Volunteer Coordinator for support or debriefing * attend monthly volunteer meetings * complete a 6 session volunteer training 
 
Calls will be made from your personal phone (cell phone or home phone) while blocking your number * minimum 1 year commitment to the centre

Raise and care for a puppy in your home for 12-18 months * public outings with the puppy, daily long walks in all weather conditions * obedience and socialization * training, food, supplies and veterinary expenses provided

Assist the Instructor in facilitating a program of your choice (Arts, Creative Movement, Walking, Choir, Minds in Motion, Brain Wave Cafe) * meet, greet, and socialize with people who are living with dementia, care partners, volunteers, and other staff members * participate in scheduled programs and provide leadership and support to others * help to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere for new and returning clients * help with set up and take down, including the physical arrangement of the room as well as planning and preparing for activities

Porter resident to and from activity * assist with board and card games * encourage conversation between residents

Tutor for elementary and high school students * after school Homework Club tutors for elementary students * math and other subjects * Raise the Grade Programtutor for high school students grades 9-12 * math especially and other subjects, English, History * help student to edit assignments * provide technological support with computers, tablets * homework assistance in a group setting or working 1 on 1 with students

One-to-one coaching and support to clients who use accessible technology like smart phones, smart home devices, video magnifiers, etc * receive training on new technology available for those with vision loss * demonstrate new technology to clients * assemble resources to help clients further explore their device’s capabilities at home * research and create accessible documents needed for group sessions, as resources for other clients and future sessions

Assist at group programs * bingo, arts and crafts, exercise * socials and special events for seniors * one to one visits with a resident * help with programs, assist with outings

Sell bingo books * distribute game pay-outs * maintain hall cleanliness

Provide community-based support to Ambassadors and/or Advocates who are blind or partially sighted and are travelling within the GTA to outreach events and speaking engagements  
 
Travel with Ambassador or Advocate to and from outreach and speaking events * provide sighted guide and sighted assistance as required * assist in set up/tear down of event materials as needed * track and report expenses as directed * track and report volunteer hours as directed or required

Drive clients to medical appointments * Oshawa, Whitby and, if willing, sometimes to Toronto

Work with local team to encourage patient support efforts and support fundraising events within the local area * assist by helping with event organization, volunteer recruitment * awareness building, marketing and communications * donations and sponsorship for Signature Event - Gutsy Walk

Work with advocacy team members to coordinate Ambassador and outreach campaigns across the GTA, build relationships and help reach people with sight loss in all areas of the region 
 
Represent CNIB by attending health fairs, expos, and other related community events * build relationships with community organizations who have shared goals with CNIB * provide support to participants and volunteers involved in CNIB's community advocacy and outreach work * participate as a fully integrated member of the GTA Foundation team with regular travel within the GTA * assist with the creation of an outreach strategy that will include areas currently underserved by CNIB * assist with recruitment and on-boarding of CNIB Ambassador and Advocate volunteers * track volunteer activity including capturing program statistics

Hand out condoms * provide information on STIs, HIV/AIDS testing centres * provide verbal or written harm reduction services to street level involved youth * ensure hazardous materials are collected and disposed of safely * encourage use of available on-site and off-site services

One-on-one sighted assistance and companionship for a person who is blind or partially sighted * regularly visit a client in his/her home or other suitable environment at a mutually convenient time * read, walk, assist with errands or outings, and community visits * all outings are on foot, by public transportation or taxi * track and report volunteer hours as directed

Assist with the unique and engaging programs offered according to your interests and skills * help with supervision of youth to ensure safe, inclusive all age environment

Be paired with an adult on the autism spectrum, an AHB member, as a friend and peer to participate in community based recreation programs * activities include bowling, swimming, art, music, gym and fitness * community outings, walking, board games, video games, picnics, parties * participate in activities alongside member and encourage their participation and socialization * meet member at activity location on time as per online calendar of events and agreed activities * maintain confidentiality of members and families as per confidentiality policy

Lead or join a cleanup at shoreline locations in Durham Region * work together to help clean up a specific area at a local waterway * collect and record litter to track the type and amount of litter removed

Animate the hub via events and people traffic * provide supports at the Hub Welcome Desk * welcome entrepreneurs, manage fundraising events, support events * help to attract events and clients to the hub * contribute your special talents * invite the community to participate in activities or showcase products * update website with lively business engagements

Join the committee and plan events for A Gift of Art * attend weekly meetings, assist at events

On-farm tasks include clean enclosures, lift heavy loads, build structures * make monkey dinners, create enrichment, and other farm tasks as required  
 
Note - there is no free contact with the monkeys at the farm. They all live in enclosures and are not here to cuddle with us. We respect their space and only interact with them on their terms through their enclosures to provide enrichment and comfort for them.

Assist in porter residents to/from chapel * setup and clean up * assist to read materials * interact with residents, lead hymns, sing songs

Create arts programs and creative projects for residents

Sell chips, pop, chocolate bars and other items in the "Country Store" Tuck shop

You and your certified dog (by St. John's Pet Therapy/Therapeutic Paws of Canada) interact with the residents in the home visiting one to one * engage in conversation and allow residents to pet the dog

Setup, prepare and serve snacks to residents in "pub" atmosphere * socialize with residents * monitor alcohol and food consumption of residents

Engage a resident in activities and conversation, one to one * participate in activities of personal interest and ability

Porter to activity * encourage participation * encourage residents to socialize and other duties as assigned

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

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

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

Assist with literacy and numeracy with an elementary student aged 4- 13 years * help and mentor

Customer service * help with donations * keep store clean and tidy * general duties as assigned

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

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

Greet hospital patrons * answer general questions * provide directions

Work with small team to secure funding for a Mobile Greenhouse Classroom * secure meetings for sponsorship presentations, find and work on leads for donations * help create public awareness about the project

Support the Alzheimer Society Durham Region's public education program * opportunities include public speaking, facilitating information booths, and implementing the Interactive Dementia Experience * volunteers will be asked to study relevant learning materials, accept info booth sessions, act as a ambassador on behalf of ASDR, attend professional development sessions, and engage with the community

Develop friendship with a gentleman who is a Christian Horizons client * share interests * listen to music, play cards, watch or play sports * accompany on community outings

Outdoor, seasonal maintenance of one of the Christian Horizon homes * wash windows * minor paint repairs * stain deck * power-wash exterior of home * garden, weed and plant * rake leaves/yard waste clean up

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

Participate in weekly art skill building * social, and creative activities for teens and young adults with developmental challenges

Transport clients to medical or personal appointments * drives mostly in Durham Region but occasionally to Toronto or Peterborough health centres

Set design * lighting * repair and restore existing sets

Community board member * effective governance of the organization which provides Family Support (supports, resources, connections with other families and other types of assistance)

Clean bird cages, water indoor plants * ensure area is tidy and well maintained * during spring and summer tend plants in the outdoor garden

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 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

Lead and facilitate group activities * explain Canadian customs, traditions, rules to newcomers * administrative duties

Assist counselors to implement Camp program 2019 * assist with play production, music, choreography, dance, stagecraft * lead games, supervise lunch and snack breaks

Be a friendly visitor to a resident * engage in conversation, reminisce * play games, do crafts, go for walks * tailor visits around the residents' hobbies and interests as well as their physical and cognitive abilities

Assist at fundraising and community events to promote Big Brothers Big Sisters in Clarington * greet and inform public about organization and its' programs and volunteer opportunities * set up prior to event and take down after event * other tasks or duties assigned as required during an event

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

Paint nails, massage hands * converse with residents

Visit residents and socialize * play card and board games * take wheelchair resident outside

Play musical instrument (e.g. piano) * lead a sing a-long * play background music * perform for residents

Assist resident to and from service * encourage residents participation at service * help to serve refreshments

Assist staff and help residents to and from activities * serve non-alcholic refreshments * other duties as needed

Assist at the Mission Thrift store * receive donations, sort donations * present and promote store merchandise with creative displays

Assist clients with special needs run the concession stands at Clarington arenas * support and encourage the clients in this work * oversee making change and reinforce good money tracking habits

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

Serve hot and cold non-alcoholic refreshments and snacks * set up and clean up

Prepare and gather residents for outing * assist on/off van * accompany while shopping

Visit one-on-one with a resident * take walks on the property * play games or read the newspaper * enjoy a coffee or tea, spend time with a resident