Whitby Housing Action Committee Volunteer

(Habitat for Humanity, Greater Toronto Area)

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Position ID: V-OSH1597
Last Modified: 22 Apr 2026
Last Full Update: 22 Apr 2026

Opportunity Details: Whitby Housing Action Committee Volunteer

Contact Jane Smith, Manager Volunteer Resources, Habitat for Humanity GTA; Phone: 4162091794; Email: janine.smith@habitatgta.ca
Duties

The Whitby Housing Action Committee (WHAC) is seeking dedicated volunteers to help support the local affordable housing initiative led by Habitat for Humanity Greater Toronto Area in Whitby. 

WHAC is a volunteer-led committee focused on raising awareness, building community partnerships, and supporting fundraising efforts that help make affordable homeownership possible for local families. 

We are looking for individuals who want to contribute their professional skills and community passion to a meaningful local cause.  

We Are Seeking Experience In: 

  1. Corporate Engagement 

For individuals with experience in: 

  • Business relationship development  

  • Sponsorship outreach  

  • Donor stewardship  

  • Community partnerships  

  • Fundraising support 

 

  1. Event Planning 

For individuals with experience in: 

  • Fundraising events  

  • Logistics coordination  

  • Vendor management  

  • Guest experience  

  • Event promotion  

  1. Community Engagement 

For individuals with experience in: 

  • Community outreach  

  • Public engagement  

  • Local advocacy  

  • Stakeholder relations  

  • Building community awareness  

 

  1. Social Media & Communications 

For individuals with experience in: 

  • Social media management  

  • Content creation  

  • Digital marketing  

  • Storytelling  

  • Community messaging  

 

  1. Volunteer Coordination 

For individuals with experience in: 

  • Scheduling  

  • Team communication  

  • Onboarding support  

  • Volunteer retention  

 

 

 

What You Will Do
As a WHAC volunteer, you may: 

  • Attend committee meetings  

  • Support campaigns and events  

  • Build local relationships  

  • Promote community awareness  

  • Help strengthen volunteer involvement  

  • Contribute ideas that create local impact  

 

Who You Are
You are someone who: 

  • Cares about housing in the community  

  • Wants to make a meaningful difference  

  • Brings professional or lived experience  

  • Enjoys working collaboratively  

  • Is dependable and community-minded  

  • Lives in Whitby or has a strong connection to the Whitby community 

 

Time Commitment
Estimated commitment: 3–10 hours per month 
This includes: 

  • Monthly committee meetings  

  • Project lead or support  
Benefits Help address affordable housing in Whitby  
 
Use your skills for community impact  
 
Build meaningful local connections  
 
Be part of a lasting legacy for local families
Ages 18 year(s) - 100 year(s)
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours No
Suitable For Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Men ; Women
Areas of Interest Committees ; Program Coordination / Support
Skills/Experience Creativity ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Team Work
Commitment Length Medium Term (4 months to 1 year)
Interaction Level Large Group - ON
Minimum Hours 4 / Month
Dates and Times Monday: Afternoon, Evening 
Tuesday: Afternoon, Evening 
Wednesday: Afternoon, Evening 
Thursday: Afternoon, Evening 
Friday: Afternoon, Evening 
Saturday: Morning, Afternoon 
Sunday: Morning, Afternoon
Seasons Year Round
Accessibility Unknown
Number of Positions Whitby: 20 individual(s) 
 
20 individual(s) needed in total.
Training Orientation ; Training on the job
Application Deadline 30 Jun 2026
Police Check Not Required
Additional Requirements Lives in Whitby or has a strong connection to the Whitby community
Start Date On or after 01 May 2026
End Date 31 Dec 2026

Agency Details: Habitat for Humanity, Greater Toronto Area

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Office Phone 289-224-9695
E-Mail info@habitatdurham.com
Website http://www.habitatgta.ca
Address & Map
310 Simcoe St S
Oshawa, ON
Canada L1H 4H5
 
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Mailing Address 310 Simcoe St S 
Oshawa, ON 
Canada L1H 4H5

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