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

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. 
 
Treats and Treasures Café 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

Volunteer programs are suspended due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic * volunteers may continue to register and will be notified when intake and training are safely able to resume 
 
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

Get involved at one of the locations of Oshawa Senior Community Centres 55+ * many volunteer opportunities to choose from * administration, committee member * support services, education, community relations * recreation, special projects, fundraising, virtual volunteering 
 
Click here to fill in an OSCC Volunteer Application Form

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

All Habitat Durham work-sites, offices, ReStores, and build sites are closed until further notice Assist the Volunteer Coordinator with all aspects of the volunteer program * seek out new volunteers, create volunteer schedules * attend events * organize volunteer appreciation events * assist the Volunteer Coordinator with other tasks as needed

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

Be trained to conduct education sessions on fracture prevention to seniors at seniors centres, retirement homes and active living programs in Durham Region * help with information tables at health fairs, community festivals and events

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

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

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

Accurately interpret and demonstrate 19th century social dance in Pickering Township * learn and practice heritage dances including English Country, Contra Dance, Quadrilles * perform onsite and during outings to dance clubs, workshops and special events * dance in period costume

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

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 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

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

Form and be a part of a planning committee for a Relay For Life event at your high school

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

Assist or lead a program * set up, take down * newsletter and calendar preparation * assist with special events

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

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

Assist with set-up and tear down of the promotional booth and equipment * provide information about Canadian Blood Services programs and initiatives * provide courteous and responsive service to prospective donors * assist with management of participant records and event documentation

Ambassador for Outfox magazine, a small startup monthly publication for children on the autism spectrum * use in person opportunities and social media savvy to establish relationships with potential donors, supporters and subscribers