Volunteer Fair Profile

Girl Guides of Canada

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Girl Guides is a place where friendships, adventures and real-life experiences are waiting to be found.

In Girl Guides, girls ages 5-17 will explore fun kids activities designed just for them. They’ll have a blast making new friends, discovering the world and taking on community projects.

With a range of fun kids activities, Girl Guides is a safe space for her to be curious, adventurous, and confident.

Girl Guide units typically run from fall until late spring.

Website: https://www.girlguides.ca

Recruiting for: Unit Guiders - Volunteering with girls in a unit means planning regular unit meetings, facilitating girl-driven programming, and creating a safe space for laughter, creativity and confidence building. You’ll be an influential part of girls' lives as you lead them through fun activities, outdoor adventures, community service projects, Girl Guide cookie sales and more.

March of Dimes Canada

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March of Dimes Canada is a leading national charity committed to championing equity, empowering ability, and creating real change that will help the more than six million people living with disabilities across the country unlock the richness of their lives.

Website: https://marchofdimes.ca

Recruiting for: Aphasia and Communication Disabilities Program (ACDP) – The Communication Program Volunteer engages in group activities and conversations with clients by learning and applying supportive communication strategies. Volunteers participate in collaboration with Speech-Language Pathologists and Communicative Disorders Assistants. Training will include an in-person or virtual site visit, accompanied by some pre-recorded training sessions. The training will teach you about aphasia and how to use alternative strategies to communicate in a virtual setting and much more. Additional training provided throughout the year. Opportunity to request a reference from professional program staff. Time commitment - 3-4 hours per week in the same weekly program group ACDP locations: 9401 Jane St, Suite 328, Vaughan      10424 Keele Street, Maple            194 Eagle Street, Newmarket         300 Sunset Boulevard, Peterborough   1850 Rossland Rd. East, Whitby       ACDP virtual volunteer opportunities also available

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Linguistics, Cognitive Science, Speech and Language Sciences, Psychology - Our programs are of particular interest to students in these programs.

Unity Health Toronto

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Unity Health Toronto is one of Canada’s largest Catholic healthcare networks serving patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education. We are comprised of St. Michae's Hospital, Providence Health Care and St. Joseph's Health Centre.

Website: https://unityhealth.to/get-involved/volunteer-at-unity-health/

Recruiting for: We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities at our St. Joseph’s site to match the needs of our patients and your interests. The majority of volunteer shifts are available Monday to Friday, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Our key programs include: Courtesy Program Providing information or directing patients, families and visitors Escorting and providing wheelchair assistance Patient support Providing emotional support to patients and families in waiting areas and clinics Informing the health-care team of a patient’s requests Retail opportunities – Gift Shop or Outpatient Pharmacy Providing ongoing customer service Assisting with product merchandising Recreational support Music, arts and crafts, or other recreational support Book cart We have a range of volunteer opportunities available at our St. Michael’s site: Navigators Navigators ensure that no one in the hospital is lost. They welcome, inform and escort. They can be found in locations such as our lobbies, information desks and in other high-traffic areas. Family and visitor greeters Family and Visitor Greeters provide support and information to visitors and families in waiting rooms, reception areas and other destinations where families seek out information. Patient visiting The Patient Visiting program is driven by the mandate that every patient gets a friendly visit from a volunteer every day. They visit to offer non-clinical services and support that makes a patient’s hospital stay more comfortable. Services Volunteers offer exceptional customer service within the network in non-clinical settings such as the St. Michael’s Hospital Gift Shop. Here are some of the volunteer opportunities available at our Providence site: Customer service (retail sales) Performing point-of-sale cash register operations Balancing shift floats and deposits Replenishing store supplies in the Houses of Providence Café Stocking, inventory, accounting and merchandising Friendly visiting/escorting for patients and/or residents Being a friend to a resident, patient, or client who may not have visitors on a regular basis by escorting them to various activities, taking them for walks or simply having a friendly chat Providing emotional support to patients and families Informing health-care team of patient’s needs One-on-one visiting Activation/Recreation support (group activities) Assisting with and/or facilitate activities such as games, sing-a-longs, movies, arts and crafts, bowling, bingo, clowning and special events Spiritual and religious care Volunteers escort residents and patients to and from the multi-denominational church services and weekly hymn sing. Other specialized positions are also available.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Health Sciences

NXNE INC

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NXNE (June 12-16, 2024) is Canada's most important 'discovery' music festivals presenting 250+ of the best emerging artists from across Canada and around the world. It takes place in 20+ of Toronto's best live music venues and last year, attracted 21,000 venue visits. NXNE is anchored at NX HQ on Queen Street West which is a busy hub for registration, networking and performances.
NXNE lives up to its commitment to make great music accessible, diverse and inclusive to all by
removing the financial barriers and ensuring gender equity and BIPOC representation.

Website: https://www.nxne.com

Recruiting for: - stage managers - door staff - street team (general promo, survey team etc) - signage crew - general operations assistants - load in/load out volunteers - outdoor event crew - festival prep crew - ie welcome bag stuffers - sponsorship liaison volunteers - 'Merch' table volunteers - and more

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Music and music business students are often engaged with NXNE but anyone with a keen interest in the festival.

Hand Up Toronto

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We are not here to offer handouts; we are here providing a hand up to those in need within the Greater Toronto area. As an organization, we focus on areas where individuals lack the capability to acquire proper nutrition and other basic necessities. We will go to those areas that require a hand up, providing ready-made meals, nutritional supplements and hygiene necessities. We will work with communities to nurture those in need of support. Our ultimate goal is to create a society without hunger.

Website: https://handuptoronto.org

Recruiting for: Volunteer Drivers https://handuptoronto.org/calendar/

Toronto International Film Festival

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TIFF is a not-for-profit cultural organization with a mission to transform the way people see the world through film.

TIFF is dedicated to presenting the best of international and Canadian cinema and creating transformational experiences for film lovers and creators of all ages and backgrounds.

As Canada's premiere home of cinema, TIFF offers screenings, lectures, discussions, festivals, workshops, events, professional development and opportunities to meet, hear and learn from filmmakers from Canada and around the world.

Website: https://tiff.net/

Recruiting for: TIFF would be recruiting for positions with our 2024 Festival. TIFF Volunteers are a major driving force behind our mission to transform the way we see the world through film. At Festival, TIFF Volunteers complete a wide variety of positions and roles ranging from helping manage lines, scanning tickets and offering customer service tasks at theatres to interacting with the public on Festival Street. The application for volunteering at a given year's Festival typically opens in May.

Jake's House

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Founded in 2004, Jake’s House is a Provincially and Federally funded Canadian charity with a mission to provide meaningful support to families living with autism across the country. Recognizing that more than any other single issue, families dealing with autism need a community, Jake’s House is committed to growing a strong network of people who understand and care-a family that is determined to provide tangible solutions.

Website: https://jakeshouse.ca

Recruiting for: Event support for our 19th Annual Jake's House Holiday Party and Volunteer Mentors for our Legend's Mentoring Program.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

We typically have a lot of volunteers from Social Work and Psychology programs but everyone is welcome and can benefit from Jake's House experiences.

Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

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The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity that has been operating for 150 years. The Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need in communities across Ontario. It values all animals and advocates to treat them with respect and kindness. The Society strives to keep pets and families together and do so through a variety of community support services, such as sheltering and adoptions, including emergency sheltering, feral cat management programs, animal transfers, food distribution, humane education, animal advocacy, and spay/neuter services. The Ontario SPCA does not receive annual government funding and relies on donations to provide programs and services to help animals in need.

Website: https://ontariospca.ca/

Recruiting for: Bingo Volunteers Feral Cat Program Support Humane Education AnimalSmart Volunteers Foster volunteers Community Event Volunteers Food Distribution Volunteers

Yellow Brick House

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Yellow Brick House provides life-saving services and prevention programs to meet the diverse needs of individuals, families, and communities impacted by violence.

For generations, women have experienced personal, societal, and institutional abuse, discrimination, and oppression. Women often receive less education, have less access to information, earn less money and have less input into government and governance structures. Women are disadvantaged as a group and disempowered individually. The personal and social context of each woman’s life will influence, if not determine, the particular barriers and disadvantages she faces throughout her life. This world view is based on a sexist, or male supremist, perspective – i.e., a belief that men are superior to women. It promotes a pattern of male aggression and female submission.

Violence and abuse against women and children reflect and reinforce the power imbalance between men and women. It is an expression of women’s disadvantaged status and a coercive tool used to ensure its perpetuation.

Violence and abuse serves to control women and protect male power, as evidenced by the fact that the overwhelming majority of victims are women while offenders/perpetrators are most often, though not exclusively, men.

Yellow Brick House is committed to challenging and eradicating the beliefs, values, systems and structures which support and perpetuate sexism and violence against women. To this end, the organization, its Board of Directors, employees, and service volunteers shall:

- Promote and respect diversity, equity, and inclusivity
- Demonstrate respect for the abilities, opinions, and needs of women and children
- Demonstrate an overarching commitment to confidentiality and safety in relation to the women and children we serve
- Bring integrity and compassion to all that we do.

Website: https://www.yellowbrickhouse.org

Recruiting for: Ambassador Club Long-term volunteer

Special Olympics Ontario

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Special Olympics Ontario is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a year round sports training and athletics competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Founded in 1969, Special Olympics Ontario is a part of the broader Special Olympics movement that operates globally. The organization aims to promote inclusion, physical fitness, and social integration for its athletes. Special Olympics Ontario hosts various sports events and competitions, including the Special Olympics Ontario Provincial Games and The world Winter Games, allowing athletes to showcase their talents. Through a network of volunteers, coaches, and sponsors, the organization creates a supportive and inclusive community for people with intellectual disabilities to excel in sports and life.

Website: https://www1.specialolympicsontario.com/

Recruiting for: 1. Coaches for various games ( VS don't have to be trained or qualified coach to get started with us as long as they have interest and passion, we are here to support) 2. Team Manager 3. Administrative roles, coordinator 4. Treasurer 5. Web content organizer

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Passion, Interest and Enthusiasm

Big Brothers Big Sisters Toronto

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For over 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been championing the health and wellbeing of youth. We step in before it’s too late, to help prevent the physical and mental effects of adverse childhood experiences. We ensure children as young as 7 are supported by caring adults as they overcome these adversities, helping them to do better in life – physically, mentally, socially, emotionally, and academically.

Our Intervention helps ensure children as young as 7 are supported by caring adults as they overcome these adversities, helping them to do better in life.

Website: https://bbbstoronto.com

Recruiting for: In-school mentoring Community-based mentors Ignite Program

City of Toronto, Long-Term Care and Community Program

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Seniors Services and Long-Term Care is responsible for service planning and strategic integration of City services for seniors. The scope of services provided includes:

  • Community support programs such as adult day programs, supportive housing services, tenancy supports and homemakers and nurses services for vulnerable individuals who reside in the community.
  • Directly operating 10 long-term care homes which provide 24-hour resident-focused care for permanent, convalescent, and short-stay admissions; care, services and programs enhance quality of life by responding to individual resident needs.

We are guided by the CARE (Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Excellence) values.

Website: https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/accountability-operations-customer-service/city-administration/staff-directory-divisions-and-customer-service/seniors-services-long-term-care/

Recruiting for: Long-Term Care and Community Program Volunteers

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

science, social science, social work, biomedical studies, accounting and administration

AnimalSmart - Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

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The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society strives to provide care, comfort and compassion to all animals in need in our communities across Ontario. In support of these efforts, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has launched AnimalSmart™. These presentations are intended to foster empathy and promote a sense of responsibility within the community, inspiring a connection with animals.

AnimalSmart™ presentations take a student-centred approach, aiming to foster meaningful conversations about animals through discussions, videos and activities with curriculum connections.

Website: https://ontariospca.ca/animalsmart/

Recruiting for: AnimalSmart Presenters

Alzheimer Society of Toronto

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Alzheimer Society of Toronto offers support, information, programs and education to people living with dementia, their families and their caregivers, to increase public awareness of dementia, to promote research, and to advocate for services that respect the dignity of the individual.

Website: https://alz.to

Recruiting for: Active Living Program volunteer, Event volunteer and Walk For Alzheimer's volunteer

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Gerontology, Recreation Therapy, Senior Activation, Arts, Music, Neurology, Health Science, Psychology, etc.

Community Volunteer Income Tax Program - CRA

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The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) has existed since 1971 and is a longstanding partnership between the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and community organizations and their volunteers.

Participating organizations host free tax clinics where volunteers complete income tax and benefit returns for eligible individuals to ensure they receive, or continue to receive, the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

Website: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/community-volunteer-income-tax-program.html

Recruiting for: Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) volunteers can take on many different roles. Whether you prepare tax returns or provide support(greeter, scheduler), you will be helping people who are unable to do their taxes on their own. Although it’s helpful, you don’t need experience doing tax returns to volunteer. All volunteers are offered web-based training on how to do taxes, using tax software, and determining their responsibilities. Online training can be supplemented with in-person training or virtual training sessions.

Daily Bread Food Bank

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We collaborate with all to eliminate food insecurity and advocate for solutions to end poverty.

Since 1983, Daily Bread Food Bank has worked to meet emergency needs while advocating for long-term solutions to end poverty with 193 programs across Toronto from a 108,000 sq. ft. distribution hub in Etobicoke, ON. Through Research and Advocacy, we strive for everyone’s right to food, collaborating with stakeholders across the sector for meaningful policy change.

Website: https://dailybread.ca

Recruiting for: Food Sorting, Warehouse/Order Picking, New Toronto Street Food Bank Volunteers (for social work/criminal justice students), Welcome Centre volunteers

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Worker, Criminal Justice, Community Development,

Mon Sheong Foundation

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Founded in Toronto in 1964 as a charitable organization to promote Chinese culture and heritage through caring for the elderly and nurturing the young, Mon Sheong Foundation provides programs and services to the elderly and to the young in response to the needs of Canada’s culturally diverse communities.

Volunteers are important pillars of Mon Sheong and we need your support every step of the way. From serving at our senior care facilities and Chinese school to helping out at our various fundraising activities, our volunteers are essential to all areas of our work. New volunteers are always welcome and we would love to have you join us as part of the Mon Sheong family. If you would like to help out with any of our initiatives, we invite you to share your skills and experience with us. We would be more than happy to provide you with the necessary training to set you up for success.

Website: https://www.monsheong.org/

Recruiting for: Program Support Assistant Clerical Support Resident Feeding Assistant Food Services Assistant

York Region Educational Services

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York Region Educational Services (YRES) is a non-profit organization established in York Region, Canada. YRES specializes in providing online and in-person educational services for learners of all ages, including K-12, adults, and seniors. YRES offers language based programming in English, French, STEAM and career development.

By partnering with organizations and school boards, YRES accumulates resources, hosts guest speakers, and supports learners in York region and beyond. For learners with unique and specialized needs we are able to provide additional support.

The mission of York Region Educational Services is to provide individuals in the vicinity of the York Region with educational resources in a safe and supporting environment that inspires, motivates and helps set the foundation for personal growth.

Website: https://yorkeducation.org

Recruiting for: Summer Camp Counsellors 2024 Web Development Business Management Social Media Marketing Volunteer Management

COSTI Immigrant Services

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COSTI empowers people from diverse communities to succeed and achieve their full potential by providing educational, employment, and social services.
COSTI strives to be a leader in community service by using a client-focused, proactive, and innovative approach in planning, developing and delivering services. Our programs ensure that regardless of language or cultural barriers, people who arrive in Canada are able to use their existing skills, learn new ones that accelerate their ability to engage broadly and deeply in all aspects of Canadian society.
Operating from 17 locations in Toronto, York Region and Peel, COSTI provides services in more than 60 languages. Last year, over 39,000 individuals received assistance.

Website: http://www.costi.org

Recruiting for: -Program Facilitator: Support children and youth activities at COSTI's temporary shelters. -English Conversation Circles Facilitators: Help Government-Assisted Refugee clients to practice and enhance their English language skills. -Interpreter Volunteer: Provide interpretation between Arabic/Ukrainian/Pashtu/Dari/Farsi and English. -English Conversation Circles Facilitators: Help Government-Assisted Refugee clients to practice and enhance their English language skills. Administrative Assistant: Help with the day-to-day operations of COSTI's office by conducting clerical tasks. Life Skills Workers: Facilitate the integration and settlement process of Government Assisted refugees arriving to Greater Toronto Area.

WoodGreen Community Services

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WoodGreen is one of the largest social service agencies in Toronto, with a rich history spanning more than 85 years. We partner with the community to empower our most vulnerable members and break down barriers to give everyone the opportunity to grow and thrive.

Website: https://www.woodgreen.org/about-us

Recruiting for: • Tax preparer • CARES Project positions (medical escorting, friendly visiting and grocery shopping) • WIC Therapist • MOW drivers and runners • OPOC client experience surveyors and surveyor leads

Yorktown Family Services

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Yorktown Family Services (YFS) is a fully accredited community service agency comprised of an infant, child, and youth mental health centre; a women’s shelter and community-based violence against women services; and an integrated services site offering rapid access to multiple mental health, primary health, and social service programs for youth and young adults. For over 30 years Yorktown has been providing immediate access to a wide range of services in Toronto’s most vulnerable communities to support and equip women, children, youth and families to create positive change in their lives.

Website: https://www.yorktownfamilyservices.com/

Recruiting for: Mentors for our youth mentorship program.

MCCSS

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The Youth Criminal Justice System
is intended to protect the public by
holding youth accountable,
promoting reintegration and
rehabilitation through programs and
services that are responsive to the
risk, needs and strengths of youth,
in order to prevent crime.
Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA)
The Program is part of the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, Youth Justice Services Division of the Government of Ontario. Our Division provides services to young persons who have been charged with an offence. Some of the services include but are not limited to Custodial and/or Probation Supervision, Community Service Order monitoring, and the facilitation and supervision of Extrajudicial Sanction Programs for youth diverted from the courts. Volunteers can help make a difference in the lives of these individuals, give back to the community and gain satisfaction in helping others.

Website: https://www.ontario.ca/page/volunteer-or-work-youth-justice/

Recruiting for: A FEW OF THE OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE TO VOLUNTEERS: There are many Volunteer opportunities to help make a difference in the lives of young people in conflict with the law. There are various opportunities during the day, evening and on weekends. Please note opportunities vary between locations. Other Assignments ➢ Volunteers may also be able to provide interpretation and other services that their respective offices often require. One to One Mentorship ➢ Providing one-to-one supportive mentorship to a young person in an identified area of need (i.e., job search, mentorship). ➢ Tutoring and one-to-one assistance to youth completing homework assignments, time management or subject-related assistance. ➢ Provide verbal and written updates to the supervising Probation Officer. Community Service Orders (CSO) ➢ Volunteers assist Community Service Order (CSO) Coordinators with various tasks. ➢ Volunteers may supervise youth during “in-house” and community-based CSO programs. Group Facilitation ➢ Volunteers facilitate programming such as Anger Awareness, Victim Impact Awareness, Shoplifting Prevention, Marijuana Awareness, Respect Yourself, Respect the Law, etc. ➢ Volunteers may also deliver programming on a one-to-one basis for youth unsuitable to attend group programs. Administrative/Technical Support ➢ Volunteers assist with a variety of administrative duties to support and enhance YJVP. Court Support ➢ Volunteers support Probation Officers at Court through various tasks, including Extrajudicial Sanctions and gathering information from Court proceedings and Court dockets.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Students studying criminology, psychology, sociology and social work will be the best candidates if they seek a future position within Probation Services. Other background disciplines are welcome, but students must be aware that they will not be eligible to apply for full-time jobs in Probation.

Ronald McDonald House Charities Toronto

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Since 1981 RMHC Toronto has served as a place to call home for families with seriously ill children undergoing treatment. Our house is in downtown Toronto (240 McCaul Street) and accommodates 81 families. In order to be eligible for the house a family must be a minimum distance of 55 km away from the house, receiving medical treatment for a life-threatening or serious illness at SickKids or another local hospital and have a referral from a hospital social worker. We also have Family Rooms in five different hospitals across the GTA and Sudbury supporting families while patient is in hospital including The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids Hospital) , Health Sciences North, Scarborough Health Network, Credit Valley Hospital and Oak Valley Health’s Markham Stouffville Hospital.

Website: https://rmhctoronto.ca/

Recruiting for: Family Service Support Volunteer ( 240 McCaul Street) Family Room Volunteer ( Multiple Locations)

LetsStopAIDS

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LetsStopAIDS was founded in 2004, by the then 15-year-old Shamin Mohamed Jr. with a few high school students. They decided to take on a challenge to educate youth in Canada and globally about HIV. Unfortunately, their school principal thought they were up to no good. Despite the lack of support and obstacles along the way, the charity was officially registered, volunteers associated with it grew to over 400, and great coverage has been received from local and international media. Our ability to make an impact with just volunteers has been possible because we have not forgotten our original goal: To inspire young people affected by HIV to take action, within their local communities.

Website: https://letsstopaids.org/

Recruiting for: People and Culture Coordinator/Co-op Peer to Peer Educator Research Analysts Youth Program Coordinator Event Coordinator

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Communications, HR, Technology/Development

Silent Voice Canada

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Silent Voice serves Deaf adults, youth, children, and their families in an American Sign Language (ASL) environment. We are dedicated to improving communication and relationships between Deaf and hearing family members and Deaf and hearing members of the community. Silent Voice is an agency grounded in Catholic values offering services to the whole community. We value and respect the dignity and worth of all people.

Website: https://silentvoice.ca/

Recruiting for: We wil be recruiting for our upcoming holiday hamper program, office support, the 2024 Canada Deaf Games, and special event volunteers.

Circle of Care

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Circle of Care, part of the integrated Sinai Health system, is a leading not-for-profit home and community care provider serving the Greater Toronto Area. Our compassionate staff and volunteers are dedicated to supporting independence at home and enhancing quality of life for people with complex health needs in the community, helping them live longer and happier lives in the comfort of their home, where most of them want to be.

Website: https://circleofcare.com

Recruiting for: Meals on Wheels Adult Day Program Medical Assisted Companion Phone Pal Grocery Pick up Friendly Visiting

Achev

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Achev EmpowOUR our Youth for Engagement

EYE is a new program created to help youth become active members in improving our communities through volunteerism and community engagement. In order to provide them with the tools and skillset to accomplish this goal, we help youth network with members of parliament, tech gurus, entrepreneurs, banks like RBC & more to build connections and develop new skills. We help them enhance their knowledge in leadership, event planning, project coordination, marketing and outreach, technology, social media, web design, videography, entrepreneurship, financial Literacy, law, education, government, and politics & job preparatory skills through our weekly workshops. It is a free virtual program that is volunteer-based.
The core skills we focus on helping our youth develop include: Leadership, Focus, Upskilling (Digital & Soft Skills), Training, Personal Development, Mentorship, Networking, Sustainable Employment possibilities, Education, Community Action, Engagement, Civic Action. We will encourage our youth to take on projects of their choice (for example- cleaning up the city, mental health awareness, advocating to members of parliament about issues effecting youth etc) and they will work in teams with different stakeholders to get their voices heard and to meet their objectives. As our programming is fluid and malleable, we
identify the needs voiced by our participants and seek their feedback in every cohort to enhance our program and services.

Website: https://achev.ca/service/empowher/

Recruiting for: Marketing Event Planning Work with Govrnemnt (Poly-Sci) Facilitate Job and Career Development Everyone is going to be trained

Youth Assisting Youth

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Youth Assisting Youth grows the leaders of tomorrow through peer mentorship of at-risk and newcomer youth. For over 44 years, it has paired volunteer young adult mentors aged 16-29, with youth ages 6-15 to engage in activities to develop mind, body, character, and leadership skills. Our non-profit connects volunteers to meaningful mentorship experiences that profoundly impact the most vulnerable youth and their families in communities across Toronto and York Region areas.

Youth Peer Mentors age 16-29 act as positive role models to help at-risk and newcomer kids age 6-15 reach their full potential. We ask for a weekly commitment for one whole year. 10 hours a month. Make a difference and be a mentor.

BENEFITS:
-Gain Valuable experience, build a better Resume and have more references
-Get trained, Get a certificate, Get Scholarship Opportunities
-Make a concrete difference, Figure out what you want to do in the future
-Attend free events and get tickets to: Raptors , Blue Jays, Argos and Maple Leaf games, Wonderland, Bowling and much more.

Website: https://youthassistingyouth.com

Recruiting for: Youth Mentor- Youth Peer Mentors age 16-29 act as positive role models to help at-risk and newcomer kids age 6-15 reach their full potential. Program services City of Toronto and York Region. Tutoring- -Support students ages 6-15 with virtual 1-1 tutoring or group tutoring sessions via Zoom.1 hour a week minimum for a semester. Focus on subject areas such as reading, math, science, English, French, and history.

Volunteer Connect York Region

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Website: https://volunteerconnect.ca/

Recruiting for: We host a Opportunity hub where volunteers are able to search and filter opportunities that are of interest to them in the non profit sector.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Fundraising!

Canadian Council of Muslim Women

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The Canadian Council of Muslim Women (CCMW) is an organization dedicated to the empowerment, equality and equity of all Muslim women in Canada. Our mission is to affirm the identities of Canadian Muslim women and promote their lived experiences through community engagement, public policy, stakeholder engagement and amplified awareness of the social injustices that Muslim women and girls endure in Canada, while advocating for their diverse needs and equipping local CCMW chapters with the necessary resources to maximize national efforts and mobilize local communities to join the movement.

Website: https://www.ccmw.com

Recruiting for: CCMW Youth members & chapter members

The Neighbourhood Group

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Our Mission
The Neighbourhood Group works with people at every stage of their lives, providing access to innovative and effective programs, and collaboratively building and advocating for an equitable, just, and vibrant community.

Our Vision
A resilient, inclusive society in which opportunity, empowerment, and social and economic justice create a better quality of life for all.

Website: https://www.tngcommunityto.org

Recruiting for: Food Bank Meals On Wheels Corner Drop In Income Tax Friendly Caller Community Dinner Tutoring Community Outreach/ Special Events

St. John Ambulance

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St. John Ambulance's mission is to enable Canadians to improve their health, safety and quality of life by providing training and community service.

We carry out our mission through community service, and first aid, and CPR training.

Community Services volunteers include uniformed members who serve communities across Canada, providing first aid and emergency response support, as well as improving the quality of life for people confined to a health care facility through our Therapy Dog visitation program. Our volunteers contribute millions of hours to Canadian communities each year.

First Aid and CPR Training comprises of instructors, volunteers and staff who provide high-quality first aid training and products. Under the guidance of our network or medical and health care professionals, St. John Ambulance is the national leader, setting the standard for training in first aid, CPR and other lifesaving skills.

Website: https://sja.ca

Recruiting for: Medical First Responder: Medical First Responders (MFRs) provide lifesaving first aid and help reduce the risk of further injury or illness.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Healthcare & emergency management related disciplines

ESS Support Services

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ESS offers a diverse range of accredited services and programs designed to support the well-being of the seniors, older adults and caregivers who use our services. We are committed to providing safe, high quality programs and services.

Website: https://www.esssupportservices.ca/

Recruiting for: Adult Day Services Program Volunteers support the ADS by preparing for and cleaning up after lunch service, with the option to also participate in group socialization and help with program activities. Volunteers with our staff team have an important role in supporting the well-being seniors. We rely on the efforts of volunteers to help us create an atmosphere that fosters support and safety to the client's we serve. Seniors' Lunch Program -Volunteers support the program by preparing for and cleaning up after lunch service, participating in group socialization and helping with program activities. This position enhances the well-being and independence of seniors living in Etobicoke and surrounding communities. Volunteer support makes the client experience more enjoyable and allows program staff to focus their time on program delivery and client care.

William Osler Health System

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We are looking for energetic, compassionate, dedicated volunteers who are focused on helping us deliver our Mission, Vision and Values. At Osler, more than 1,200 volunteers help provide a welcoming, caring environment for everyone who enters our doors. These special people give of their time and expertise to support patients, visitors and staff at all Osler sites. We are currently seeking a volunteers to support various departments in our hospital.

Website: https://www.williamoslerhs.ca/en/index.aspx

Recruiting for: Volunteers are needed to assist staff, patients and visitors at all three Osler hospitals: Brampton Civic Hospital, Etobicoke General Hospital and Peel Memorial Centre! If you are retired, volunteering at Osler is a great way to use your skills, experience and talents while keeping active in your community. If you are a student, volunteering is a wonderful way to see how hospitals work and learn about health care as a potential career. It's also a great way to gain workplace experience and to meet others with similar interests. If you are working but have some time during the day, volunteering is a great way to learn more about the hospital while staying in touch with your community. If you're interested, we hope you'll consider joining us. There are so many ways to help! Brampton Civic Hospital: 2100 Bovaird Drive East, Brampton, ON L6R 3J7 Etobicoke General Hospital: 101 Humber College Boulevard, Etobicoke, ON M9V 1R8 Peel Memorial Centre: 20 Lynch Street,Brampton, ON L6W 2Z8

Extend-A-Family Toronto

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Extend-A-Family works in community to facilitate building of relationships between individuals who have developmental disabilities and other members of the community. We believe that all people belong and that our community is stronger when all members are included. We foster public awareness of the gifts and contributions of people with developmental disabilities.

Website: https://www.extendafamily.ca/

Recruiting for: Host / Host Family: A host or host family is an individual or family ideally from the neighbourhood or community who has expressed an interest in getting to know a child or youth with a disability. The Coordinator’s role is to recruit, connect and support the relationship between a host / host family and an individual with a disability and their family. The frequency, in which people get together, depends on everyone involved.

Mackenzie Health

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Mackenzie Health welcomes volunteers from all walks of life. We are looking for people who demonstrate professionalism and are able to provide a supportive and welcoming environment for our patients and families. Mackenzie Health volunteers value excellence, leadership and compassion. They are inclusive, collaborative and are accountable for their actions. If you think you would like to join this amazing team, we would be happy to speak with you.

Website: https://www.mackenziehealth.ca/support-us/volunteer-and-community-resources

Recruiting for: Thank you so much for your interest in joining the Mackenzie Health Volunteer Program. We are currently recruiting adults and post-secondary students for our Year-Round Volunteer Program! Please note that we require a commitment from all our volunteers (Student & Adults) to one regular shift on a weekly basis for at least a 6-month period. We are ideally looking for individuals with weekday daytime availabilities. Our volunteer roles are based in customer service, so you will be generally helping patients and visitors with wayfinding, general inquiries, and providing them with simple instructions within clinics. Volunteers are not permitted to be involved in any of the medical components of the patient/visitors' visit. All of our placements are developed from the lens of improving the patient experience. Volunteers are placed where we feel they will provide the most support to patients and visitors. Whether volunteers are assisting with wayfinding, registration, recreation or providing bedside visits, their role is to help provide the best possible experience.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

We have positions to offer students from a variety of disciplines. We notice that most of our students come are studying some sort of health or science discipline.

Women's Support Network of York Region

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The Women's Support Network of York Region is a feminist non-profit organization providing free, confidential, and accessible services to the community. Our sexual violence program provides femme identifying individuals who have experienced sexual violence with client-centred, trauma-informed counselling at no cost, no matter where they are at on their healing journey. WSN’s Anti-Human Trafficking team offers outreach, case management and trauma counselling services, working from a client-centered perspective where the client dictates the direction of their needs. We provide support, advocacy, and referrals to other agencies. All counsellors work with individuals to increase understanding of trauma responses, improve coping skills, and reduce any isolation, shame or guilt resulting from their experiences of sexual violence.

Public education is a pillar of our organization as it is key to fostering a violence free community. Whether through workshops, presentations, attendance at festivals/events, social media, or social action events, we work with the community to proactively respond to the issue of sexual violence by raising awareness, busting myths, changing attitudes that shape rape culture, and empowering our community to take effective action.

Our Crisis Line operates 24-hours a day, every day of the year. We have well-trained staff and volunteers to respond to all calls with care, sensitivity, non-judgement and compassion. All calls are strictly confidential. If you, or someone you know, is in need of support please call our crisis line 1-800-263-6734

Website: https://womenssupportnetwork.ca/

Recruiting for: - 24-hour crisis line - Fundraising - Bingo - Board of Directors - Community Event Planning - Outreach and Public Awareness

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Gender and Women's Studies
Criminology
Sociology
Social Work
Psychology
Anthropology
Social Sciences
Children, Childhood and Youth Studies
Education
Health Studies
ALL

Habitat for Humanity GTA

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Habitat for Humanity Greater Toronto Area

Habitat for Humanity GTA is a local organization with a global vision of a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live. We mobilize communities to help working families build strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership. With the help of volunteers, donors, and community partners, we provide a solid foundation for better, healthier lives for families in the GTA. Since 1988, Habitat GTA has built 25 new communities, providing a hand up to hundreds of families so parents and children can have a safe, decent, and affordable place to call home. To learn more, visit habitatgta.ca

Habitat ReStore

In support of Habitat for Humanity GTA’s homebuilding activity, we operate a network of social enterprise home improvement stores called Habitat ReStore. Our 11 locations across the GTA procure and sell new and used donated home furnishings, appliances, and renovation materials. Proceeds from sales help cover the cost to build homes, which allows donor dollars to go directly towards our mission. The Habitat ReStore model reduces the need for the production of new furniture and further stress on our supply of natural resources. It extends the value of quality, new and used furniture and household items and limits unnecessary waste, decreasing our collective carbon footprint.

Website: https://habitatgta.ca/

Recruiting for: ReStore Volunteers Individual Build Volunteers Crew Volunteers Crew Leader Volunteers

Ronald McDonald House Charities Toronto

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Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Toronto is a place to call home for families with seriously ill children undergoing treatment. We encompass a House for 81
families in downtown Toronto and seven Family Rooms in hospitals across the Greater Toronto Area and in Sudbury. We strive to provide a sense of normalcy for our families during a chaotic and traumatic time and provide a variety of programs and services to support the whole family.

Website: https://rmhctoronto.ca/

Recruiting for: Family Room Volunteers at Scarborough Health Network and Markham Stouffville Hospital. Additional positions within the organization may be available as well.

William Osler Health Systems

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At Osler, more than 1,200 volunteers help provide a welcoming, caring environment for everyone who enters our doors. These special people give of their time and expertise to support patients, visitors and staff at all Osler sites.

If you're interested, we hope you'll consider joining us. There are so many ways to help!

Our community benefits from a diverse group of volunteers:

- If you are retired, volunteering is a great way to use your skills, experience and talents while keeping active in your community.
- If you are a student, volunteering is a wonderful way to see how hospitals work and learn about health care as a potential career. It's also a great way to gain workplace experience and to meet others with similar interests.
- If you are working but have some time during the day, volunteering is a great way to learn more about the hospital while staying in touch with your community.

Interested in volunteering? To ensure your safety and wellbeing, strict guidelines are in place and limited roles are available. Learn more and apply today!

Website: https://www.williamoslerhs.ca/en/index.aspx

Recruiting for: As we ramp up our programs, there will be opportunities to volunteer in both Clinical and Non-Clinical services. There are opportunities for students in healthcare programs such as physiotherapy, medicine, nursing and etc. Volunteering with Osler will be a great way to gain valuable experience, build community capacity and enhance skills for your future career!

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

We welcome anyone who is available to support our organization's mission and values as we continue to strengthen our healthcare system.

Unison Health & Community Services Pathways to Education Program

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Pathways collectively “wraps” students from low-income communities with comprehensive multiyear supports proven to be critical in helping them stay in school and make the transition into healthy,
successful and contributing adults. Pathways strives to increase academic retention, attainment and success for high school students. The program works in partnership with parents, community agencies, volunteers, local school boards & staff in high schools to provide academic, social and financial support.

Website: http://unisonhcs.org/pathways-to-education/

Recruiting for: We are recruiting for the tutoring program and mentoring program. The role of the Pathways Tutor is to provide academic support and to engage in positive role modeling for youth during program time. The role of the Pathways mentor is to provide support to high school students through participation in inclusive and engaging mentoring group activities. You will work with students from Grade 9 to 12.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Math program, Chemistry program, Bachelor of Education, French program, Humanities

Ontario Shores

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Volunteers at Ontario Shores provide a vital community link for patients. They inspire hope, enhance patient self-esteem, help eliminate stigma, and improve the quality of life for patients by sharing their time, knowledge, and generous hearts. Our volunteers come from all walks of life and volunteer for a variety of reasons.

Volunteers have been providing support and friendship to patients at Ontario Shores since 1966 and contribute approximately 10,000 hours of service annually. Volunteer activities and placements are established on patient care units when requested by staff and run in partnership with Volunteer Services to enhance programming.

Website: https://www.ontarioshores.ca/get-involved/volunteer/how-do-i-become-volunteer

Recruiting for: One-to-one Patient Visits Drop-In Centre Research and Academics Patient Experience-Gift Shop Patient Survey

North York Women's Shelter

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As one of Toronto’s oldest VAW (Violence Against Women) shelters, North York Women’s Shelter (NYWS) has been serving survivors across the GTA for over 38 years. All our programs and services operate from trauma-informed principles to support women, trans, non-binary folks, and their children to build lives free of violence. We are committed to learning, evolving, and adapting to evidence-based and holistic research to address gender-based violence on both the frontlines and a systemic level.

In March of 2020, we opened our doors to a brand-new,17-bedroom, fully accessible emergency shelter and anti-violence building: the Anne Marie D’Amico Community Collective. Every aspect of this shelter was built and conceptualized in discussion with survivors who helped us create a facility that was truly designed for survivors, by survivors. In this space, we provide judgement-free safe shelter, advocacy, and a range of individualized, survivor-centered, programs and services.

Website: https://nyws.ca/

Recruiting for: Ask us about placement student roles as well as internships that will be available in the very near future.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Women and Gender Studies, Communications, Social Work, any discipline interested in equity, justice, women's rights

North York General Hospital

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North York General Hospital, affiliated with the University of Toronto, is one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals. We offer our culturally diverse community a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services across multiple sites. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavors, we seek to set new standards for patient- and family-centred care.

Website: https://nygh.on.ca/

Recruiting for: Hospital Elder Life Program Volunteer at General Site (4001 Leslie St) and at Finch site (555 Finch Ave W) Other positions at NYGH.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Kinesiology, Geriatrics, Psychology, Life Sciences, Activation.

Mon Sheong Foundation

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Founded in Toronto in 1964 as a charitable organization to promote Chinese culture and heritage through caring for the elderly and nurturing the young, Mon Sheong Foundation provides programs and services to the elderly and to the young in response to the needs of Canada’s culturally diverse communities.

Website: https://www.monsheong.org/

Recruiting for: Program Support Assistant Volunteer, Resident Feeding Assistant Volunteer, Clerical Support Assistant Volunteer and Receptionist.

Lumacare Services

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Community based not for profit agency providing home support to Seniors.

Website: https://www.lumacare.ca/

Recruiting for: Program assistants, admin support

LetsStopAIDS

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LetsStopAIDS is a youth-driven Canadian charity that inspires youth to take action, relating to HIV, within local communities. We focus on HIV prevention and knowledge exchange by engaging youth and fostering leadership. Whether it is in rural South Africa or urban cities across Canada, LetsStopAIDS is dedicated to creating a global network of youth-HIV peer educators. Since 2004, our projects have been commended at several events, including Bill Clinton and Bill Gates at the XVI International AIDS Conference and through various national media outlets such as CTV, CBC, Much Music, National Post, Metro and hundreds of local news publications.
Here’s a video about LetsStopAIDS -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NINTtsyRl4s
LetsStopAIDS'website: https://www.letsstopaids.org/
LetsStopAIDS'You Tube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTkxmYJZ-IgIosZhlguNtFg

Website: https://www.letsstopaids.org/

Recruiting for: Content Writer Copy Writer Grant Writer Conference Planner Event Coordinator Research Analyst Community Outreach Coordinator Administrative Assistant Youth Programme Coordinator Youth-HIV Peer Educator: Community Ambassador EN-FR-ES Translator Fundraising coordinator

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Programs related to: research, management, events, program management, grant writing, Writing and copy editing, outreach, fundraising, administration, translation

City of Toronto, Solid Waste Management Services Division

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The 3Rs Ambassador Program is one of a suite of ReduceWasteTO programs supporting the City’s Long Term Waste Management Strategy. This program engages volunteers in apartments, condos and co-ops in Toronto to help promote the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle). Ambassadors can tailor programs to suit their building and other residents. The long-term goal is to have at least one 3Rs Ambassador in each apartment, condo and co-op building. Becoming a 3Rs Ambassador is a great way to:
-help the City of Toronto increase waste diversion and reduce recycling contamination in multi-residential buildings
-help reduce environmental impacts
-reduce your building’s garbage costs
-get to know your neighbours
-meet people who are passionate about waste management
-earn volunteer hours (10 hours/month is recommended but not required)

Website: https://toronto.ca/3Rs

Recruiting for: 3Rs Ambassadors

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

All can apply. But students from Environmental Studies programs may find it particularly interesting.

Youth Assisting Youth

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Youth Assisting Youth grows the leaders of tomorrow through peer mentorship of at-risk and newcomer youth. For over 44 years, it has paired volunteer young adult mentors aged 16-29, with youth ages 6-15 to engage in activities to develop mind, body, character, and leadership skills. Our non-profit connects volunteers to meaningful mentorship experiences that profoundly impact the most vulnerable youth and their families in communities across Toronto and York Region areas.

Website: https://youthassistingyouth.com/

Recruiting for: One-to-One Peer Mentoring Youth Peer Mentors age 16-29 act as positive role models to help at-risk and newcomer kids age 6-15 reach their full potential. Program services City of Toronto and York Region. We will need a lot of volunteer mentors that can commit 3 hours a week for one whole year with a youth in their community. Girls Empowerment Program Volunteer Girls (self-identified) meet over 10 weeks to learn new skills, gain confidence and discuss relevant issues, ranging from gender roles to healthy relationship. We need a volunteer to assist with these programs. Tutoring We will need some volunteer tutors to assist youth online for one hour a week for a few months.

YouthLink - Pathways to Education

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YouthLink offers the award-winning Pathways to Education™ program to high school students living in Scarborough Village. Since 2009, we have been working with students, teachers, school boards and community members to support students in Scarborough Village to graduate from high school and move on to university, college, training or a job.

Website: https://youthlink.ca/services/pathways-to-education/

Recruiting for: Volunteer Tutors

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

All are welcome, but particularly those which require Grade 11 & 12 Math, Science and or French as pre-requisites to entering.

Yorktown Family Services

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Yorktown Family Services (YFS) is a fully accredited community service agency comprised of an infant, child, and youth mental health centre; a women’s shelter and community-based violence against women services; and an integrated services site offering rapid access to multiple mental health, primary health, and social service programs for youth and young adults. 

Our Mission 
YFS supports and equips women, children, youth and families to create positive change in their lives. 

Our Vision 
Women, children, youth, and families live in safe and healthy 
relationships and communities.

Website: https://www.yorktownfamilyservices.com/

Recruiting for: Youth Mentorship Program - Volunteer Mentors The Youth Mentorship Program Operating under Yorktown Family Services at the West Toronto Youth Hub, the Youth Mentorship Program (YMP) aims to empower and improve mental health outcomes of young people between the ages of 12-25 through one-to-one and group mentoring. In fulfilling our purpose, we operate through mental health-informed principles, strengths-based and youth engagement approaches, and through consistent support and engagement from volunteer mentors.

WoodGreen Community Services

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WoodGreen is one of the largest social service agencies in Toronto, delivering integrated programs from physical, mental health and disability services to affordable housing and pathways to employment. For 85 years, we have worked with communities to improve health and wellbeing for seniors, single mothers, newcomers and youth, creating new opportunities to thrive.

Website: https://woodgreen.org

Recruiting for: - Employment Services Administrative Assistant - Food Program Assistant - Friendly Caller for Seniors - Friendly Visitor for Seniors - Friendly Visitor for Seniors-Ukranian-Russian Speaking - Income Tax Clinic Administrative Assistant - Mandarin Virtual Program Volunteer - Income Tax Clinic Preparer - Meals on Wheels Driver - Meals on Wheels Runner - Medical Escort for Seniors - Settlement Mentor - Special Events Assistant - Settlement Program Assistant - Career Mentor for Newcomer Professionals - Mentor: Human Resources - Mentor: Teacher - Mentor: Marketing & Communication - English Conversation Circle Facilitator - Community Resource Updater-Volunteer - Arabic speaking English Tutor - Soccer Tournament Associate - Career Mentor for Women in Trades - Therapist Volunteer - Walk-in counselling clinic - Digital Marketing & Social Media (Volunteer & Student) - Seniors Service Program-Hybrid (Student)

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

- Social Services
- Community Engagement
- Community Activation

Vita Centre

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Vita Centre is a not for profit registered charity committed to providing community support for vulnerable families in Peel Region. Our FREE programs and services allow clients, who might otherwise be isolated, create the best possible environment for their family.

Website: https://vitacentre.org

Recruiting for: - General Volunteer - This flexible position allows for you to volunteer for different one time tasks, anywhere from delivering program supplies to clients, to speaking to the public as a Vita Centre Ambassador - Youth Advisor - The Youth Advisor will be responsible for mentoring 1-3 high school students. The Advisors will be a part of the Youth Counsel and will work collaboratively with the other Advisor-Ambassador teams to achieve 2 fundraising/client focused events. This will be a year-long commitment and will involve monthly meetings.

VHA Home HealthCare

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VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is a not-for-profit charitable organization that offers 24/7 health care services and community support programs to people of all ages and cultural backgrounds. Founded in 1925 as the Visiting Homemakers Association, VHA’s goal is to provide clients with spectacular service when, where and how they want it to support their independence. VHA is committed to high quality services for vulnerable at-risk families and specializes in home support during medical and situational crisis, as well as short-term relief for parents experiencing postpartum/depression or other mental health issues. VHA is also experienced in working with squalor and problematic hoarding and take a best-practice, harm-reduction approach. Our caring team of professionals and skilled community volunteers provide service to enhance and improve the client experience during even the most challenging times. VHA proudly meets the national standards of excellence in health care set out by Accreditation Canada, is a Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario Best Practice Spotlight Organization and an anchor partner of the United Way Greater Toronto. VHA is also an active member in fourteen Ontario Health Teams in the regions where we provide service and actively participates in other integrated care initiatives with partner organizations.

Website: https://www.vha.ca/

Recruiting for: -Active Body, Active Mind Volunteer -Hoarding Support Volunteer -Child and Family Mental Health Support Volunteer -Digital Support Volunteer -ESL Tutor Volunteer -Seniors Visiting, Recreation/Active Volunteer -PPE & Essential Goods Delivery Driver Volunteer -Community Clinic Support Volunteer

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

-Children, Childhood and Youth
-Computer Science
-Social Work
-ESL
-Education
-Gender/Women's Studies
-Health & Society
-Health Studies
-Kinesiology & Health Science
-Law & Society
-Linguistics
-Linguistics & Language Studies
-Nursing
-Psychology
-Sociology
-Speech and Language Sciences
-Sport Management
-Any other health and social service field

Toronto Public Library

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Toronto Public Library is one of the largest Public Library Systems in the World.

Website: https://www.tpl.ca/ltr

Recruiting for: Leading to Reading is a literacy-based service that assists children in Grades 1-6 who are struggling with reading.

Special Olympics Ontario

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Special Olympics Ontario is a volunteer run organization that provides sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Website: https://www.specialolympicsontario.com

Recruiting for: - Coaches - Team Managers - Administrative Roles - General Volunteers

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Kinesiology, Health Sciences

Yellow Brick House

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Yellow Brick House is a non-profit charitable organization serving abused women and their children in York Region. Since 1978, Yellow Brick House's mission has been to empower abused women and children to rebuild their lives and live free from violence. We offer a 24 hour crisis and support line, emergency shelter, transitional housing, and a variety of counselling and supportive services.

Website: https://www.yellowbrickhouse.org

Recruiting for: Seniors Program, Public Education programs and possible career opportunities

Where positions are posted: www.yellowbrickhouse.org

Learning Disabilities Association - Toronto District

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The Learning Disabilities Association of Toronto District (LDATD) is a chapter of the Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario (LDAO) serving the amalgamated City of Toronto. We are a Not for Profit Charity. Learning Disabilities Association is committed to creating a society in which people with LDs are able to achieve the full expression of their intellect and abilities and enabled to contribute in the workplace to their fullest. Our Vision LDATD’s vision is a world in which people with Learning Disabilities (LDs) and/or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (AD(H)D) are able to successfully reach the full potential of their intellect and abilities. Our mission is a centre of excellence in the provision of education, advocacy, research and services to advance the full participation of children, youth, adults and seniors

Website: https://www.ldatd.on.ca/programs/youth/y-i-e-l-d-youths-initiative-and-excellence-with-lds/

Recruiting for: 1. Co-creation of Community Service Projects: With the support of program facilitators, participants create community service projects that make a positive impact in their community. 2. Professional Leadership Training: Participants are offered a series of certified workshops that give them actionable leadership skills for their future endeavours. 3. Direct Civic Engagement: With the engagement of community organizations and collaborators, participants deliver their service projects to their local communities.

Where positions are posted: https://www.ldatd.on.ca/registration/yield-program-application/

Jake's House

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Jake's House is a charity dedicated to supporting individuals on the autism spectrum. We are a community that understands and cares, providing practical help and lasting hope to families living with autism. We support individuals on the spectrum throughout their lifespans through four core initiatives:  
1) Jake’s House Annual Holiday Parties, an 18-year tradition of bringing families together for a welcoming, fun and festive celebration  
2) Legends Mentoring Program, themed group mentoring workshops that provide youth with opportunities to learn skills, socialize and make friends 
3) Jake’s House Employment Mentoring, a program that supports the integration of young adults into the workforce 
4) inclusive housing solutions, designed to address the growing housing gap in the autism community, giving more aging adults a place to call home.

Website: https://www.jakeshouse.ca/

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Our volunteer opportunities are open to students of all disciplines and programs, everyone is welcome!

Habitat for Humanity GTA

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Habitat for Humanity GTA is a local organization with a global vision of a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live. We mobilize communities to help working families build strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership. With the help of volunteers, donors, and community partners, we provide a solid foundation for better, healthier lives for families in the GTA. Since 1988, Habitat GTA has built 25 new communities, providing a hand up to hundreds of families so parents and children can have a safe, decent, and affordable place to call home. Habitat ReStore: In support of Habitat for Humanity GTA’s homebuilding activity, we operate a network of social enterprise home improvement stores called Habitat ReStore. Our 11 locations across the GTA procure and sell new and used donated home furnishings, appliances, and renovation materials. Proceeds from sales help cover the cost to build homes, which allows donor dollars to go directly towards our mission. The Habitat ReStore model reduces the need for the production of new furniture and further stress on our supply of natural resources. It extends the value of quality, new and used furniture and household items and limits unnecessary waste, decreasing our collective carbon footprint.

Website: https://habitatgta.ca/

Recruiting for: - ReStore Volunteers - Individual Build Volunteers - Crew Volunteers - Crew Leader Volunteers

Extend-A-Family

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Extend-A-Family works in community to facilitate building of relationships between individuals who have developmental disabilities and other members of the community. We believe that all people belong and that our community is stronger when all members are included. We foster public awareness of the gifts and contributions of people with developmental disabilities. Extend-A-Family is a not-for-profit, charitable organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of parents of children with developmental disabilities, self advocates and community members. Extend-A-Family is financially supported by the Ontario Ministry of Children Community and Social Services (MCCSS), The City of Toronto Community Service Partnerships Program, Service Canada, and other donors. The core work of Extend-A-Family is about relationship. Our relationships keep us safe and bring meaning and a sense of belonging into our lives. Through relationship we give deeply of ourselves; however, most people with disabilities have fewer relationships in their lives. This is a loss to both the person with a disability and a community who has not come to know the individual’s gifts and contributions. Extend-A-Family Coordinators step in to introduce people to each other who might not otherwise meet. They base their introduction on shared interests and common goals. They understand and believe that each person will benefit from the relationship.

Website: https://extendafamily.ca

Recruiting for: A host or host family is an individual or family ideally from the neighbourhood or community who has expressed an interest in getting to know a child or youth with a disability. The Coordinator’s role is to recruit, connect and support the relationship between a host / host family and an individual with a disability and their family. The frequency, in which people get together, depends on everyone involved.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

- Educational Studies
- Sociology
- Children/Childhood and Youth

Diabetes Canada

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Leading the fight against diabetes. Our mission is to lead the fight against diabetes by helping people with diabetes live healthy lives while working to find a cure.

Website: https://www.diabetes.ca/

Recruiting for: day of support, committee members, golf tournaments, fashion shows, gala's.

COSTI Immigrant Services

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Meeting the needs of a diverse society since 1952, COSTI is a community-based multicultural agency providing employment, educational, settlement and social services to all immigrant communities, new Canadians and individuals in need of assistance. Operating from 17 locations in Toronto, York Region and the Region of Peel, COSTI provides services in more than 60 languages. We help over 39,000 individuals received assistance.  
Services and programs include:  
Specialized employment services for internationally trained individuals, as well as information and referral to appropriate services, employment assessment and counselling, work placement, job search training and job development for adults and youth; mentoring and Recruitment and Human Resources services for Employers;  
- English language (ESL and LINC), skills training and Enhanced Language Training (ELT) programs 
- Settlement services including orientation, information, counselling and cultural interpretation for recently-arrived immigrants;  
- Post-settlement support for settled immigrants who continue to require social and government services; 
 - Housing and settlement supports for Government-Assisted Refugees, Refugee Claimants and Privately-Sponsored Refugees 
 - Family counselling and mental health services 
 - Housing support for families facing eviction, or those marginally housed 
 - Help for immigrant women to overcome barriers in their lives and to access opportunities 
 - Services specific to the needs of seniors to help them lead a satisfying and dignified life 
 - Translation and interpretation service

Website: https://costi.org

Recruiting for: - Support Worker Volunteer - Administrative Assistant - Program Facilitator - Culture Ambassador - Driver Volunteer - Life Skills Worker - Storytelling Program Volunteer

Community Living Ajax-Pickering and Whitby

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Community Living Ajax-Pickering and Whitby is dedicated to supporting people with developmental disabilities so they can live full lives and be effectively, safely and inclusively supported in their own communities. We serve that mission by offering a broad range of personalized supports and services, closely aligned with their individual goals and choice of where they want to live, learn, work and enjoy their leisure time.

Website: https://www.cl-apw.org/site/mission-vision-values

Recruiting for: Volunteers will be matched with adults with developmental disabilities to get engaged their community. Due to Covid 19 restrictions people may also use Zoom to chat, play games or listen to music together.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Work, Nursing or any other discipline

City of Toronto, Solid Waste Management Services Division

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The 3Rs Ambassador Program is one of a suite of ReduceWasteTO programs supporting the City’s Long Term Waste Management Strategy. This program engages volunteers in apartments, condos and co-ops in Toronto to help promote the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle). Ambassadors can tailor programs to suit their building and other residents. The long-term goal is to have at least one 3Rs Ambassador in each apartment, condo and co-op building. Becoming a 3Rs Ambassador is a great way to: 
-help the City of Toronto increase waste diversion and reduce recycling contamination in multi-residential buildings 
-help reduce environmental impacts 
-reduce your building’s garbage costs 
-get to know your neighbours 
-meet people who are passionate about waste management 
-earn volunteer hours (10 hours/month is recommended but not required)

Website: https://toronto.ca/3Rs

Recruiting for: 3Rs Ambassadors

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Environmental Studies

City of Toronto - Urban Forestry

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Toronto is known as “A City Within a Park” thanks to the abundance of natural areas throughout the city. The City of Toronto is striving to increase forest canopy cover and ecological resilience. Volunteer with the City of Toronto to enhance the urban forest. Volunteer programs focus on planting, ecological stewardship, natural surface trail maintenance, and environmental education.

Website: https://www.toronto.ca/greentoronto

Recruiting for: - Tree Planting & Stewardship Events - Tree Planting Captain Program - Community Stewardship Program - Don Valley Brick Works Ambassador Program - Trail Stewardship Events

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

- Environmental Science
- Environmental Studies
- Ecology
- Urban Planning

Circle Of Care

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Circle of Care, Sinai Health is dedicated to supporting independence and of the quality of life of individuals in their homes. Circle of Care is a community based non-profit registered charity that has been serving Toronto and area residents since 1974. Over 450 staff and more than 300 volunteers are available to provide assistance in your home. Offering a wide range of home and community programs, including homemaking and personal support, social work and volunteer supported services, we strive to help clients live as comfortably as possible in their own home environments, and reduce the challenges they face due to physical, emotional, cognitive or mental health issues. Circle of Care is an accredited agency of Accreditation Canada and an affiliate of UJA Federation of Greater Toronto. Circle of Care provides service on behalf of four Home and Community Care Support Service (HCCSS) areas (Central, Central East, Central West and Toronto Central) and the City of Toronto’s Homemakers and Nurses Services Program. Circle of Care has a service agreement with Home and Community Care Support Services - Central (Ministry of Health and Long Term Care)*, and receives grant funding from the Community Services Grants Program of the City of Toronto, UJA Federation of Greater Toronto and the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany.

Recruiting for: - Kosher meals on Wheels: Volunteers deliver meals to seniors in their homes. (weekdays- car required) - Grocery Pickup: Volunteers grocery shop for clients. (flexible scheduling- car required) - Phone pals: Volunteers provide social contact to a senior weekly via the phone. (remote) - Friendly visitor: Volunteers provide social contact to a senior in their home. (flexible scheduling) - Hospice: Volunteers bring comfort and support to a client (and their family) facing a life threatening illness. A 30 hour training is required to become a hospice volunteer. - Medical assistance companion: Volunteers accompany a senior to medical appointments. - Adult Day Program: Volunteers assist in program delivery for seniors with Dementia. (Weekdays) - Volunteer Translator: Volunteer translators can help in a variety of ways; whether that be translating calls, communicating information to clients or acting as a phone pal/friendly visitor to seniors who do not speak English.

Canadian Council of Muslim Women

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The Canadian Council of Muslim Women (CCMW) is a charitable organization dedicated to the equality, equity and empowerment of all Muslim women in Canada. Our mission is to affirm the identities of Canadian Muslim women and promote their lived experiences through community engagement, public stakeholder engagement and amplified awareness of the social injustices that Muslim women and girls endure in Canada, while advocating for their diverse needs and equipping local CCMW chapters with necessary resources to maximize national efforts and mobilize local communities to join the movement. 

Website: https://www.ccmw.com

Recruiting for: CCMW chapter members

Canada Revenue Agency

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Canada Revenue Agency's Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) is a longstanding partnership program that works with community organizations who host free tax clinics for eligible individuals to get their tax returns completed for free by volunteers. Volunteers can give their time to help others by completing tax and benefit returns for eligible individuals to ensure they receive, or continue to receive, their entitled benefit payments.

Recruiting for: Tax preparers

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel York

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At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel York, we provide a wide range of different mentoring programs in the community and in schools, to young people 6 – 17 years of age. In 2021 we were able to provide mentoring and supportive relationships to over 1,700 children and youth within our 14 core mentoring programs.

Recruiting for: All mentoring programs but most specifically Go Girls and Game On mentors: Game On/Go Girls Program: This program runs for 7 weeks and is 2 hours in length. The program is all about healthy eating, active living and self- esteem! This program is for kids in grades 7/8 so working with youth has to be a passion of yours! It is a very structured program in that it follows a curriculum. Mentors between the ages of 18 – 25 years are trained to lead fun and interactive sessions over 7 weeks. You will receive a 6-8 hour training (which will be counted towards your hours)

Autism Ontario

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Autism Ontario is a charitable organization with a history of over 49 years representing the thousands of people on the autism spectrum and their families across Ontario. Made up of knowledgeable parents, professionals, and autistic self-advocates who can speak to the key issues that impact autistic individuals and their families, Autism Ontario is the province’s leading source of information and referral on autism, and one of the largest collective voices representing the autism community. There are seven regions across the province of Ontario. The work we do helps all autistic individuals and families in their communities have access to meaningful supports, information, and connections so they are equitably and seamlessly supported across their life course.

Website: https://www.autismontario.com/

Recruiting for: Charitable bingo program, special events, camp programs, and more

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Bachelor of Ed/Education Studies, Children Childhood and Youth, and Social Work all seem to be common backgrounds of our volunteers. We are looking for ANYONE who wants to make a difference in the life of someone with autism.

Alzheimer Society of Toronto

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The role of the Alzheimer Society of Toronto is to offer support, information and education to people with dementia, their families and their caregivers, to increase public awareness of dementia, to promote research, and to advocate for services that respect the dignity of the individual.

Website: https://alz.to/

Recruiting for: Teleconnect Program Volunteer to conduct regularly scheduled outreach calls and/or check in calls, providing practical tips and a friendly listening ear with the goal to build connections with socially isolated caregivers and people living with dementia. Volunteers may provide social support, engage in recreational programs over the phone, answer questions, and share more about AST program and service recommendations. - Respite Volunteer to provide short-term relief for the caregiver and engage meaningful activities for people with dementia. - Event Planning Committee Members for upcoming Walk for Alzheimer’s in May. Seeking committee members for various Walk locations (Christie Pits, Beaches, Etobicoke, Scaborough and North York). Each committee will gather to meet on a regular basis from January through to May to plan their individual Walk location including event day logistics, activation, sponsorship volunteers and more. - Event day volunteers for Walk for Alzheimer’s on May 27, 2023.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

- Medical/Nursing/Health Science
- Social Work/Social Services
- Community Services
- Psychology
- Music Therapy
- Recreation/Activation

Aids Committee of Toronto (ACT)

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ACT works to reduce new HIV infections in Toronto and promotes the independence, dignity, health and well-being of people living with HIV and AIDS and those at increased risk of HIV.

Website: https://www.actoronto.org/

Recruiting for: Program & Support Services Front Desk Reception Event Day

YouthLink

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YouthLink is proud to offer the award-winning Pathways to Education™ program to high school students living in Scarborough Village. Since 2009 we have been working with students, teachers, school boards and community members to support more students in Scarborough Village to graduate from high school and move on to university, college, training or a job!

Website: https://youthlink.ca/services/pathways-to-education/

Recruiting for: Volunteer tutors and mentors for our after-school community-based programming, serving high school aged youth in the community of Scarborough Village

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

While we are happy to have any volunteers wanting to support the youth of Scarborough Village, we are always in need of tutors with Math, Science, French and Computer Science backgrounds. We also welcome students/alumni from the Faculty of Education, who would like experience providing educational support in a community-based setting.

Villa Colombo

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We serve our Italian community, residents and elderly clients by providing the care they need to enjoy life to the fullest with dignity and independence in a safe, secure and home like environment.

Website: http://villacolombotoronto.on.ca

Recruiting for: Interested volunteers can check out Volunteer Toronto Website for some of our volunteer opportunities.

March of Dimes Canada

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OUR VISION 
To create a society inclusive of people with physical disabilities. 
 
OUR MISSION 
To be Canada's leading service provider, resource and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.

Website: http://marchofdimes.ca

Recruiting for: Communication Facilitator Connect and Share Volunteer Hi, Tech! Volunteer

MADD Toronto

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We are MADD Toronto a Chapter of MADD Canada (Mothers Against Drunk Driving Canada) a charitable, grassroots organization that is committed to stopping impaired driving and supporting the victims of this violent crime.  

 

Each and every year, thousands of Canadians are killed or injured in impaired driving crashes. MADD Toronto strives to offers support services to victims/survivors, heighten awareness about the dangers of alcohol and/or drug-impaired driving, and to save lives and prevent injuries on our roads. 

 

At the heart of MADD Toronto are our volunteers; they include not only mothers, but fathers, friends, business professionals, experts in the anti-impaired driving field and concerned citizens who want to make a difference in the fight against impaired driving.

Website: https://maddchapters.ca/toronto/

Recruiting for: All volunteers with MADD Toronto are required to join the Chapter via our recruitment process. Below are available volunteer roles: General Volunteer - volunteer for any activities of interest - active commitment for dedicated hours - ex. tabling at city events, RIDE checkpoints with police, public outreach events, etc. Media teams: Youtube Development, Social Media Content - Join Youtube Dev or Social Content teams - tech-savvy, creative or committed to learn - passive commitment until project completion - ex. video editing, graphics design, animations, presentations, etc.

City of Toronto - Live Green Toronto

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Live Green Toronto delivers programs, grants, incentives, and resources to engage the community in helping to #TransformTO and accelerate the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Together, we’ll make Toronto one of the greenest cities in the world.

Website: https://www.livegreentoronto.ca

Recruiting for: The Live Green Toronto Volunteer program offers a unique opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to get involved in the greening of Toronto, learn about environmental issues, and connect with others with similar interests.

LetsStopAIDS

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LetsStopAIDS is a Canadian youth-HIV charity that focuses on HIV prevention and knowledge exchange by engaging young people and fostering leadership. Since 2004, we have been creating a global network of youth-HIV leaders.

Website: http://letsstopaids.org

Recruiting for: Social Media Content Developers, Youth-HIV Conference Planners, Financial Planners, Recruitment Manager, Programmes Manager, Grants Manager, Research Analyst, Scriptwriter, Filmmaker, IT Project Coordinator, UX/UI designer, Public Relations Specialist

Learning Disabilities Association - Toronto District

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The Learning Disabilities Association of Toronto District (LDATD) is a chapter of the Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario (LDAO) serving the amalgamated City of Toronto. We are a Not for Profit Charity. 

 

Learning Disabilities Association is committed to creating a society in which people with LDs are able to achieve the full expression of their intellect and abilities and enabled to contribute in the workplace to their fullest. To further this goal, we do the following: 

 

Provide written and verbal information about learning disabilities and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) 

Provide referral services to professionals, tutors 

Operate a resource center, offering books, videos and materials open to all 

Provide support and guidance to parents and guardians concerning their children’s rights in the school system 

Advocacy for both children and adults 

Undertake public awareness activities 

Publish a newsletter for members three times a year 

Presentations to community groups, schools, professional development days, conferences and seminars 

Hold free public events on various aspects of learning disabilities 

Provide direct programs such as social skills, keyboarding, assistive technology training, tutoring, mindfulness, youth groups, camps, workshops, seniors programs, support groups etc. 

Fundraising to provide these programs and services

Website: https://www.ldatd.on.ca/yieldprogram/

Recruiting for: We offer a unique youth leadership program for LD youth (ages 15-30) and youth will co-create community service projects with our support and will earn free standard First Aid/ CPR, High 5 and online project management training. We have successfully completed cohort 5 and are currently recruiting participants for cohort 6 ( Mid Oct, 2021-Feb, 2022). Again, the YIELD program will be offered online and continue to train and connect youth to opportunities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please see below for details. Find out how with The Y.I.E.L.D program! The Y.I.E.L.D (Youths' Initiative and Excellence with LD'S) is a unique program designed to support LD youth to gain valuable skills and increase civic engagement opportunities that will benefit them in life and work while making a difference in their community. Three Pillars of Program: • Co-creation of Youth Service Projects: With the support of program facilitators participants will create community service projects that will make a positive impact in their community • Professional Leadership Training: Participants will be offered a series of certified workshops that will give them actionable leadership skills for future endeavors • Direct Civic Engagement: With the engagement of community organizations and collaborators, participants will develop community service projects within their community Eligibility • Youth who are 15-30 years of age • Youth who struggle with the impacts of LD and/or ADHD (diagnosed or self-identified), Newcomer Youth, any youth facing adversity • Youth who are eager to learn about the social service sector, gain industry certifications and connect directly with service providers • Youth who are responsible, reliable and can commit to a period of 4 months Benefits • Earn valuable industry certifications including the Yield program certification, Project Management Training, CPR/First Aid, High 5 training • Free snacks & course materials • Attend Professional Development Conferences at NO cost • Develop professional references for your future career while gaining field experience • EMPOWER yourself and the community through volunteerism For those interested, applications are open online: https://www.ldatd.on.ca/yieldprogram/ For the latest program videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSnulcJ6avM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YytaYDCfbZg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RP3r8_pT32Q

Habitat for Humanity GTA

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Habitat for Humanity Greater Toronto Area  
Habitat for Humanity GTA is a local organization with a global vision of a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live. We mobilize communities to help working families build strength, stability and self-reliance through affordable homeownership. With the help of volunteers, donors, and community partners we provide a solid foundation for better, healthier lives for families in the GTA. Since 1988, Habitat GTA has built 25 new communities, providing a hand up to hundreds of families so parents and children can have a safe, decent and affordable place to call home. To learn more, visit habitatgta.ca 
 
Habitat ReStore 
In support of Habitat for Humanity GTA’s homebuilding activity, we operate a network of social enterprise home improvement stores called Habitat ReStore. Our 12 locations across the GTA procure and sell new and used donated home furnishings, appliances, and renovation materials. Proceeds from sales help cover the cost to build homes, which allows donor dollars to go directly towards our mission. The Habitat ReStore model reduces the need for the production of new furniture and further stress on our supply of natural resources. It extends the value of quality, new and used furniture and household items and limits unnecessary waste, decreasing our collective carbon footprint. 
 
Vision 
A world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live. 
 
Mission  
We mobilize volunteers and communities to help working, lower-income families build strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership.

Website: https://habitatgta.ca/volunteer/

Recruiting for: Construction Volunteer ReStore Volunteer ReStore Information Volunteer ReStore Shipper Receiver Volunteer ReStore Merchandising/Staging Volunteer Admin Volunteer

City of Toronto - Urban Forestry

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The City of Toronto's vision is for Toronto to be known by the world as a “City within a Park”. Urban Forestry offers volunteer opportunities to promote the protection, restoration and improvement of natural environments in the City of Toronto's parks system.

Website: http://www.toronto.ca/greentoronto

Recruiting for: Community Stewardship Program volunteer Tree Planting and Stewardship Event volunteer Tree Planting Captain volunteer Don Valley Brick Works Ambassador volunteer

Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association

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Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association is a charitable organization established in 1976. Our mission is to ensure that seniors and others in need of services, living in Toronto and surrounding areas, enjoy a high quality of life in their communities.  
Check the following link to know more about our volunteer services: https://carefirstontario.ca/about/volunteers/

Website: http://www.carefirstontario.ca

Recruiting for: - Youth Club Program Facilitator/Leader - Virtual Program Assistant - Document Translation - Translate document from English to other languages (Chinese, Tamil, Hindi, etc.) or vice versa

Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP)

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The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) is a collaborative partnership between the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), and community organizations, and their volunteers, that has been in place since 1971. 
 
Tax clinic volunteers complete tax and benefit returns for eligible individuals to ensure they receive, or continue to receive, the benefit payments to which they are entitled.  
 
For the 2021 tax season, community organizations are hosting free tax clinics. If your organization chooses to host clinics, your volunteers can complete and file taxes for free by videoconference, by phone, in-person (following local public health advice and measures) or by using a drop off and pick up option.

Website: https://www.canada.ca/taxes-volunteer/

Recruiting for: Tax preparers, tax handlers, greeters, translators, and other positions.

VHA Home HealthCare

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Organization Profile (used for promotional purposes) 
VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is a not-for-profit charitable organization that offers 24/7 health care services and community support programs to people of all ages and cultural backgrounds. Founded in 1925 as the Visiting Homemakers Association, VHA’s goal is to provide clients with spectacular service when, where and how they want it to support their independence. VHA is committed to high quality services for vulnerable at-risk families and specializes in home support during medical and situational crisis, as well as short-term relief for parents experiencing postpartum/depression or other mental health issues. VHA is also experienced in working with squalor and problematic hoarding and take a best-practice, harm-reduction approach. Our caring team of professionals and skilled community volunteers provide service to enhance and improve the client experience during even the most challenging times. VHA proudly meets the national standards of excellence in health care set out by Accreditation Canada, is a Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario Best Practice Spotlight Organization and an anchor partner of the United Way Greater Toronto. VHA is also an active member in fourteen Ontario Health Teams in the regions where we provide service and actively participates in other integrated care initiatives with partner organizations.

Website: http://www.vha.ca

Recruiting for: Active Body, Active Mind, In-Home Activation and Respite (Seniors): Volunteers will help maintain and promote the physical, emotional and cognitive well-being of vulnerable seniors with dementia living at home. Volunteers also help by caring for vulnerable seniors and offering respite time for caregivers. Child and Family Support As a peer support for moms, Child and Family Support volunteers help support new moms, experiencing multiple stresses and isolation. Volunteers act as a resource to families providing them the means to discover and connect with social supports in their community and to make positive changes in their lives. Volunteers work with families in their homes and interact with infants and toddlers (aging from newborns to 4 years old) along with moms. Seniors' Entertainment and Visiting Volunteers visit a care facility in east Toronto weekly, for 3 hours, to offer social engagement and / or entertainment for frail seniors. PPE Delivery and Good Neighbours Enroute Essential Goods Delivery PPE Delivery volunteers pick-up PPE at VHA and deliver it to front-line healthcare staff and service providers at various locations throughout the Greater Toronto Area. Good Neighbours Enroute volunteers shop and deliver essential items for vulnerable clients and families, who have limited to no supports. Are there programs or disciplines that are of a particular interest to you? Social Work Nursing Occupational Therapy Physiotherapy All Healthcare and Social Service / Community Health

ShelterBox

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Our purpose is to provide emergency shelter to families who have lost their home to disaster, enabling them to rebuild their lives. We go to hard to reach communities, often those overlooked by others, to provide vulnerable families with a place to call home. We work with our global network to support communities around the world to rebuild and recover from the worst days of their lives. 
 
Having somewhere dry and warm to sleep, to prepare meals and be with your family is vital for starting the long process of rebuilding your life. ShelterBox teams work with disaster-hit families around the world, offering emergency shelter and other essential items to support them in rebuilding their lives. Every disaster is different and so is every community, so we spend time with those affected to make sure we can offer the right support at the right time to help them recover. See how we work. Our teams can travel by boat, helicopter or tuk-tuk to get to the families who need your support – whatever it takes to get to the people who have lost their homes to disaster.

Website: http://www.shelterboxcanada.org/

Recruiting for: ShelterBox Ambassador: As a ShelterBox Canada Ambassador you provide the link between people who need support and those who want to give it. Ambassadors are the face of ShelterBox Canada in their community and aim to raise awareness and funds about our work. We’re looking for people who are friendly, reliable, self-driven and are good communicators. Above all, you need to have an enthusiasm for spreading the word and rallying support for ShelterBox Canada within your local community. Whether Ambassadors are making presentations, hosting events, or simply chatting up ShelterBox at the office, these volunteers are the heart of our organization. ShelterBox Advocate: As a ShelterBox Canada Advocate you support ShelterBox by sharing our recent news and updates from the field. We need volunteers who will help us raise awareness across various social media platforms. Advocates are very important for getting our message out so that we can reach the most people from coast-to-coast. We are looking for people who have an enthusiasm for spreading the word about ShelterBox and can create their own content to engage with their networks, all you need is an internet connection.

Rexdale Women's Centre

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Rexdale Women's Centre supports immigrant, refugee and newcomer women and their families to become fully participating members in Canadian society. As a leader in our sector, we enhance our clients' self-sufficiency and competence by providing essential services and facilitating access to community resources.

Website: http://www.rexdalewomen.org

Recruiting for: Social Services, Community Services

Helping Hands

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Helping Hands is a grassroots, youth-led organization that works to increase youth community engagement through technological platforms as well as in-person activities. The organization serves as a platform to match students with volunteer placements in organizations of their interest with a special focus on developing the skills the students would like to attain.

Website: http://helpinghandsapp.com

Recruiting for: Social Media &Marketing Associate Administrative Associate Youth and community outreach Associate Fundraising and grants Associate Graphic design Business Developers

Girl Guides of Canada - Ontario Council

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Are you looking for a meaningful way to increase your personal development experience and give back to your community? Girls in your neighbourhood are in need of positive role models to show each of them that she can be everything she wants to be.  
 
Your talent is key to inspiring and mentoring girls. You can:  
1. Make a difference in the lives of girls near you.  
2. Connect with more amazing women locally, across the country and around the world.  
3. Share your skills and talents with girls - whether that's an interest, career experience, or passion.  
4. Continue your personal growth by developing skills that are highly valued in the workplace.  
5. Give back to your community by celebrating local landmarks and taking introducing girls to fun service projects.  
 
Join the Guiding movement in your community! We need more volunteers in your neighbourhood to continue facilitating hands-on experiences, confidence-building moments and leadership-development challenges.  
https://girlguides.ca/.../Interested_In_Volunteering.aspx

Website: https://www.girlguides.ca/web/ON/

Recruiting for: We are predominantly looking to recruit Unit Leaders (Guiders). Unit Leaders/Unit Guiders deliver programming directly to our girls on a weekly basis. Our Unit Guiders (leaders) are the backbone of our organization – providing guidance, fun and friendship while delivering a dynamic program to girls from 5 to 17+. Unit Guiders are women over 18 years of age. The Unit Guider works with the other Guiders in the unit to form a leadership team where skills are utilized and no one person carries the full workload. Unit Guiders work together and with the girls to plan activities and deliver programming to the unit.

COSTI Immigrant Services

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COSTI Immigrant Services is a community-based multicultural agency providing employment, educational, settlement and social services to all immigrant communities, new Canadians and individuals in need of assistance.  
 
COSTI strives to be a leader in community service by using a client focused, proactive, and innovative approach in planning, developing and delivering services. Our programs ensure that regardless of language or cultural barriers, people who arrive in Canada are able to use their existing skills, learn new ones, and participate actively in all aspects of Canadian life. 
 
Operating from 18 locations in Toronto, the Region of Peel and York Region, COSTI provides services in more than 60 languages. Last year, over 39,000 individuals received assistance.

Website: http://www.costi.org/

Recruiting for: - Housing Worker Volunteer: Research and find suitable accommodations, take refugees to view accommodations, assist refugees to move in. - Life Skills Workers: Facilitate the integration and settlement process of Government-Assisted refugees arriving to Greater Toronto Area. - Support Worker: Supports the delivery of programs/orientation and services to the residents. - Administrative Assistants: Perform a range of administrative and office support functions. - Drivers: Assist in delivering Welcome Kits to Government Assisted refugees arriving to the Greater Toronto Area. - French Conversation Circles Facilitators: Help newcomers to practice and enhance their French language skills.

Community Living Ajax-Pickering and Whitby

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Community Living Ajax-Pickering and Whitby is dedicated to supporting people with developmental disabilities so they can live full lives and be effectively, safely and inclusively supported in their own communities. We serve that mission by offering a broad range of personalized supports and services, closely aligned with their individual goals and choice of where they want to live, learn, work and enjoy their leisure time.

Website: https://www.cl-apw.org/site/home

Recruiting for: 1:1 Volunteer Match with an adult with a developmental disability - getting people engaged in their community Virtual Bingo Night and Game Night Volunteer - helping to run virtual games and Bingo Monday and/or Wednesday 6-8pm

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Developmental Services Worker
Psychology
Social Services Worker
Social Worker

Circle of Care

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Circle of Care, part of Sinai Health, is a leading not-for-profit home and community care provider serving the Greater Toronto Area. Our compassionate staff and volunteers are dedicated to supporting independence at home and enhancing quality of life for people in the community.

Website: http://www.circleofcare.com

Recruiting for: Phone Pals- Do you enjoy talking on the phone? Have good communication skills? Phone Pal Volunteers provide regular weekly or daily telephone calls to isolated older adults who have few connections to family members and/or friends. Calls can be made in the comfort of your own home, work or even from Circle of Care. Volunteers often become a telephone friend; a resource and confidante to the client. The ability to speak other languages is not necessary but an asset. Visiting Hospice Volunteer- Bring comfort and support to a person facing a life threatening illness. Hospice volunteers are a specialized group of volunteers who offer many services that include companionship, emotional support and practical assistance to our clients and short-term relief to client families and caregivers. Hospice volunteers are specially trained (mandatory 30 hr training) and are asked to commit to 2 hours per week. Training is free. Musicians - Share your musical talents and put a smile on an older adult’s face. We are looking for musicians to give their time once a month at one of our many programs.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Work, Music, Religious studies, Nursing, Psychology

Chantiers Jeunesse

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Chantiers Jeunesse is a non-profit organization created in 1980 aiming to promote the development of young active and committed citizens by allowing them to contribute to making a difference in a community through volunteer and social entrepreneurship projects.

Website: https://www.cj.qc.ca/en/

Recruiting for: -Social Entrepreneurship Projects -Intercultural Volunteer Projects in Canada -Individual Volunteer Projects

Centre for Grief and Healing (BFO-H/P)

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We are the bereaved helping the bereaved learn to live with grief. 
 
We empower grieving individuals by providing inclusive mutual peer support programs, fostering hope and healing, and educating the public to help reduce the stigma surrounding grief and bereavement.

Website: http://www.bereavedfamilies.ca

Recruiting for: Group Facilitators for an Overdose Loss Grief Support Group Administrative Assistant and Intake Support for Wednesdays

Chai Lifeline Canada

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At Chai Lifeline Canada we are passionately devoted to alleviating the burden of those facing medical challenge. From the moment of diagnosis, through the arduous months and years, in good times and bad, Canadian families have discovered that Chai Lifeline Canada is a friend for life.

Website: http://chailifelinecanada.org/

Recruiting for: Hospital shifts, meal deliveries, big and little siblings, home respite, tutors, rides, events, grocery shopping. Many different things support our well rounded support system.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

We are curently putting a lot of effort into finding volunteers that drive and volunteers who can tutor.

COSTI Immigrant Services

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COSTI Immigrant Services is a community-based multicultural agency providing employment, educational, settlement and social services to all immigrant communities, new Canadians and individuals in need of assistance.

COSTI strives to be a leader in community service by using a client focused, proactive, and innovative approach in planning, developing and delivering services. Our programs ensure that regardless of language or cultural barriers, people who arrive in Canada are able to use their existing skills, learn new ones, and participate actively in all aspects of Canadian life.

Website: http://www.costi.org

Recruiting for: ☐Life Skills Workers: Facilitate the integration and settlement process of the Government-Assisted refugees arriving in the Greater Toronto Area. ☐ English Conversation Circles Facilitators: Help newcomers to practice and enhance their English language skills. ☐ Online Reading, Writing, and Math Tutors: Use your computer to connect with newcomer children to help with their schoolwork. ☐ Employment Facilitators: Help in the successful delivery of employment services to newcomers in finding their dream jobs. ☐ Drivers: Assist in delivering Welcome Kits to Government-Assisted refugees arriving to Greater Toronto Area.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Any program related to Social Work Studies and English Studies.

UHN - Princess Margaret Cancer Center

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The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre has 12 site groups and 26 specialty clinics, and more than 3,000 staff who see over 400,000 patient visits every year. 850,000 square feet of clinical space house 202 inpatient beds, 16 linear accelerators, a state-of-the-art Magnetic Resonance-guided Radiation Therapy (MRgRT) suite, and two Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion units, making it one of the largest comprehensive cancer treatment facilities in the world and the largest radiation treatment centre in Canada.

Princess Margaret sees over 1,000 patients every day and has the capacity to deliver diagnostic, treatment, and follow-up care to close to 200,000 patients and their families every year. In 2016, we saw 17,751 new patients. Among the services provided this past year, we delivered 6,031 cancer surgeries, as well as 37,754 system therapy visits, 91,517 radiation visits, and 428 stem cell transplants.

Through ongoing research, education and innovation, Princess Margaret continues to be on the frontiers of medical, surgical and radiation oncology, embracing the latest technology and international best-practices and setting standards for patient care and is part of the University Health Network.

Website: http://www.uhn.ca

Recruiting for: Clinical Patient Support Inpatient Support Specialized Patient Support Administrative Support General Patient & Family Support

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Health
Health Sciences
Nursing
Pharmacy
Social Work
Physiotherapy
Occupational Therapy
SLP
Kinesiology

UHN - Toronto Rehab

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One of North America’s leading rehabilitation sciences centres, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute is revolutionizing rehabilitation by helping people overcome the challenges of disabling injury, illness or age-related health conditions to live active, healthier, more independent lives. It integrates innovative patient care, groundbreaking research and diverse education to build healthier communities and advance the role of rehabilitation in the health system.

University Centre is one of five Toronto Rehab sites across Toronto and is part of the University Health Network

Website: http://www.uhn.ca

Recruiting for: Rehab Therapy Support Clinical Patient Support Inpatient Support Specialized Patient Support Administrative Support General Patient & Family Support

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Health
Health Sciences
Nursing
Pharmacy
Social Work
Physiotherapy
Occupational Therapy
SLP
Kinesiology

The Learning Disabilities Association of York Region

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The Learning Disabilities Association of York Region (LDAYR) is a charitable non-profit organization which was established in 1976. We provide leadership in Learning Disabilities advocacy, research, education and services, and strive to advance the full participation of children, youth and adults with Learning Disabilities (LD) in society.

Website: http://ldayr.org

Recruiting for: The Learning Disabilities Association of York Region is recruiting for Online Volunteer Tutors. The position entails a commitment of 1-2 hours per week, where volunteers will tutor students with a Learning Disability and/or ADHD on a virtual one-on-one basis (using a platform of their choice, e.g. Zoom, Skype, Google Meet, etc.) Tutors are matched with students on a one-on-one basis, according to their availability and subject preferences (e.g. math, English, sciences). As a benefit, we offer tutors professional development training sessions, monthly, where they have the opportunity to network with their peers, education professionals, and receive training on relevant topics, such as, “engaging learners in an online environment,“ and “understanding Learning Disabilities and ADHD.”

Parkinson Canada

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Parkinson Canada is the voice of Canadians living with Parkinson’s disease. From diagnosis to discovery. You can count on us to be there at every step of your Parkinson’s journey. We provide education and services to support you, your family and your health team, online, by telephone and in person.

Website: http://parkinson.ca

Recruiting for: Virtual Support Group Facilitator

Achev

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Achēv offers specialized programs that offer a range of services to help young people reach their full potential. Our organization understands that the common barrier that youth and newcomers face is a lack of (Canadian) experience. For this reason, we believe that volunteerism is an excellent approach to gain experiential-knowledge in the participants' field of interest.

Website: https://achev.ca/services/youth/

Recruiting for: Our programs offer a wide range of volunteer positions for young people, newcomers and international students: -Graphic/web design Design -Grant writing -Social Media Marketing -and more!

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

We are open to receiving various programs and disciplines.

Youthlink Pathways to Education Scarborough

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YouthLink is proud to offer the award-winning Pathways to Education™ program to high school students living in Scarborough Village. Since 2009 we have been working with students, teachers, school boards and community members to support more students in Scarborough Village to graduate from high school and move on to university, college, training or a job!

Website: https://youthlink.ca/services/pathways-to-education/

Recruiting for: Pathways Volunteer Tutor is to provide academic support and to engage in positive role modeling for youth during program time. You will Virtually work online with students from Grade 9 to 12 who reside in the Markham and Eglinton area (Scarborough Village). Volunteer Tutors will engage and encourage students to develop study strategies, organizational, time management skills.

Extend-A-Family Toronto

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Extend-A-Family Mission:
In partnership with families and community, we foster a life of belonging for children and youth with developmental disabilities, building meaningful relationships and valued roles. We share and promote the value of inclusion and belonging.

What We Do:
-We work in the community to support individuals who have developmental disabilities.
-We bring people together by encouraging and facilitating friendships.
-We believe that all people belong and have the right to participate in the community.
-We foster public awareness of the gifts and contributions of people with developmental disabilities.

Website: http://extendafamily.ca/opportunities/volunteer-opportunities/

Recruiting for: Volunteer Opportunities: Host/Host Family A host or host family is an individual or family ideally from the neighbourhood or community who has expressed an interest in getting to know a child or youth with a disability. The Coordinator’s role is to recruit, connect and support the relationship between a host / host family and an individual with a disability and their family. The frequency, in which people get together, depends on everyone involved.

City of Toronto

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Live Green Toronto delivers programs, grants, incentives, and resources to engage the community in helping to accelerate the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Live Green Toronto is a program run by the City of Toronto and it's goal is to make Toronto one of the greenest cities in the world.

Website: http://livegreentoronto.ca

Recruiting for: The Live Green Toronto Volunteer program offers a unique opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to get involved in the greening of Toronto, learn about environmental issues, and connect with others with similar interests. The Live Green Toronto Volunteers attend events in the community and educate the residents of Toronto on City environmental initiatives. Events attended by Live Green Toronto Volunteers happen year-round, on weekdays and evenings. This volunteer opportunity offers flexible hours and you can choose which events you want to attend. Key Qualifications: • You must live, work or study in the City of Toronto. • Be at least 14 years of age. • A keen interest in local environmental issues. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. • Customer service, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work as part of a team. • Ability to speak a language other than English is an asset.

Community Living Ontario

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Community Living Ontario's Student Links initiative is funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. Student Links is an opportunity for students (ages 14 to 21) who have an intellectual disability to explore ideas for their future after high school. It matches students and mentors who naturally share a common passion or interest. The goal is to enhance their capacity to make informed decisions about their future prior to leaving school.

Website: https://communitylivingontario.ca/en/

Recruiting for: Student Links welcomes community members who are interested in mentoring youth who have an intellectual disability to explore an interest and develop new skills. This is an opportunity to share your knowledge and passion with a young person who shares the same interests in a meaningful way.

Habitat for Humanity GTA

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Habitat for Humanity GTA and Durham mobilizes volunteers and communities to help working, lower income families build strength, stability and self-reliance through affordable homeownership.

Website: http://habitatgta.ca/

Recruiting for: Volunteer ReStore Volunteer Build

Rexdale Women's Centre

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We support immigrant, refugee and newcomer women and their families to become fully participating members in Canadian society. As a leader in our sector, we enhance our clients' self-sufficiency and competence by providing essential services and facilitating access to community resources.

Website: http://www.rexdalewomen.org

Recruiting for: Social Worker Nursing Environmental Studies Health Studies Refugee and Migration Studies Work and Labour Studies Criminology

ShelterBox Canada

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ShelterBox Canada is an international disaster relief charity that hand delivers the emergency shelter and tools families need to self-recover after natural disaster and conflict.

ShelterBox is dedicated to helping ensure no family is left without shelter after natural disaster or conflict – by going where others can’t, or won’t.

ShelterBox Canada has been a part of the global ShelterBox network since 2010. We are an affiliate office located in Toronto, Ontario that raises awareness and funds to help support families around the world who have been devastated by disaster.

Recovery starts with shelter. Having somewhere dry and warm to sleep, to prepare meals and be with your family is vital for starting the long process of rebuilding your life.

By helping provide the emergency shelter and tools families need to self-recover, we’re transforming despair into hope.

Website: http://www.shelterboxcanada.org

Recruiting for: ShelterBox Canada Advocate (Social Media) - Virtual As a ShelterBox Canada Advocate you support ShelterBox by sharing our recent news and updates from the field. We need volunteers who will help us raise awareness across various social media platforms. Advocates are very important for getting our message out so that we can reach the most people from coast-to-coast. We are looking for people who have an enthusiasm for spreading the word about ShelterBox and can create their own content to engage with their networks, all you need is an internet connection. We are always looking for volunteers to support our mission. If you have other skills that you think could be beneficial to our organization, please let us know and we can find a role for you. We are often in need of support for our team in our National Office.

UNICEF at Yorku

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Unicef at YorkU is a campus chapter with one aim in mind, 'No child too far'.
We are a team of students committed to create awareness, raise funds for children rights and providing humanitarian and developmental aid to children.
Volunteer with us and be part of our journey to make this world a better place. Small acts when multipled by millions of people, can transform the world.
Are you ready to take the first step?
Sign up as a volunteer today.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/UNICEFAtYorkU/

Recruiting for: We are currently recruiting general volunteers and for that students need to fill the form given below! After the process is complete we'll then add them to our YU CONNECT. Who are Volunteers? Volunteers are students that make an impact within our community with the help of UNICEF at YorkU. They can volunteer is all on campus, off campus and virtual events. They are eligible to receive a certificate issued by UNICEF Canada to commemorate their volunteering hours at the end of school year given they have completed 10 or more hours Volunteers are also eligible to receive recommendation letter from the President/Vice President given that the volunteer's performance is extraordinary in this club. WHY JOIN UNICEF AT YORKU AS A VOLUNTEER ⁉️ Chance for you to have an impact in the world Grow your leadership skills and experience in your resume Better knowledge on UNICEF Canada and UNICEF as a whole Chance for you network and also make friends through this club JOIN NOW WITH $3 Volunteer fee + taxin the link below!!! ⤵️ https://www.universe.com/events/unicef-at-yorku-volunteer-fee-tickets-9VM3LZ and fill the form https://linktr.ee/unicefatyorku

Helping Hands

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Helping Hands is a grassroots, youth-led organization that works to increase youth community engagement through technological platforms as well as in-person activities.

Website: http://www.helpinghandsapp.com/

Recruiting for: Fundraising and donor relation Social Media Graphic design Administrative Assistant Youth Outreach Associate Software developer Ux/Ui designer

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

School of Communication and Media Studies
School of public relation
School of Social work
School of Graphic design
School of Software Engineering
School of Software Developer
School of Business

University Health Network

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University Health Network encompasses the Toronto General and Toronto Western hospitals, the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, and The Michener Institute of Education at UHN. The scope of research and complexity of cases at UHN has made us a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. We have the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in cardiology, transplantation, neurosciences, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine.

Website: https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/ways-help/Volunteering_UHN/Pages/default.aspx

Recruiting for: Clinical Patient Support Inpatient Support Rehab Therapy Support Specialized Patient Support Administrative Support General Patient & Family Support

City of Toronto Seniors Services and Long-Term Care

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Seniors Services and Long-Term Care is a division of the City of Toronto, which operates 10 municipal long-term care homes, as well as community programs and other services for seniors.

All City operated long-term care homes provide 24-hour resident-focused care and service including nursing and personal care, behavioural support programs, medical services, recreational programming, dietetics and food services, laundry, social work, spiritual and religious care, housekeeping, maintenance, trust and administrative services. Diverse and inclusive care and services, community outreach and extensive volunteer programs are available in every home.

Website: https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/housing-shelter/rental-housing-tenant-information/finding-housing/long-term-care-homes/

Recruiting for: Currently the division has need for volunteers within the ten City operated long-term care homes. During COVID-19 we are particularly recruiting for the following vollunteer roles: -assisting residents with meal time, -friendly visiting, -doing activities with residents, - helping in the tuck shop -assisting residents with technology (i.e. doing Skype visits with family, using tablets)

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Nursing
Social Work
Recreational Therapy
Gerontology

Volunteers from all study areas will be welcomed.

VHA Home HealthCare

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Fouded in 1925, VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) - a not-for-profit, charitable organization -- offers community support programs to people of all ages, cultures, and orientations through charitable resources and funding partners. Committed to providing high-quality services for vulnerable at -risk families, we specialize in home support during medical situational, crisis, as well as short-term relief for parents experiencing postpartum/depression and/or other mental health issues. We are also experienced in working with squalor and problematic hoarding and take a best-practice harm-reduction approach. Our diverse team of professionals and skilled community volunteers provide high-quality service to enhance and improve the client experience during even the most challenging times. VHA proudly meets the national standards of excellence in health care set out by Accreditation Canada.

Website: http://www.vha.ca

Recruiting for: Child and Family Support: Visit in-home with newcomer moms, toddlers and infants Hoarding Support: Visit in-home and use motivational interviewing to help a client declutter Virtual Care Coach: Guide clients to help them become comfortable using virtual tools to receive care Bundle of Care, Tele-Check: Provide telephone reassurance calls to isolated seniors Activation: Seniors Activity Support: Visit seniors and engage in light physical recreation or socialization

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Work
Psychology/Counseling
Nursing
Mental Health
Teaching
Physiotherapy
Occupational Therapy

Community Living Ajax-Pickering & Whitby

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Community Living Ajax-Pickering and Whitby is dedicated to supporting people with developmental disabilities so they can live full lives and be effectively, safely and inclusively supported in their own communities. We serve that mission by offering a broad range of personalized supports and services, closely aligned with their individual goals and choice of where they want to live, learn, work and enjoy their leisure time.

Website: http://clapw.org

Recruiting for: 1:1 Matches to get individuals engaged in their community Program Volunteers/Placements

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

SSW

Canada Revenue Agency

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CRA's Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP), community organizations host free tax clinics where volunteers file tax returns for eligible individuals.

Website: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/community-volunteer-income-tax-program.html

Recruiting for: A Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) volunteer can take on many different roles from organizing free tax clinics, to completing tax returns for eligible individuals. Whether you prepare tax returns or play a supporting role, you will be helping individuals who are unable to complete their returns on their own.

Centre for Grief and Healing (BFO-HP)

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We are the bereaved helping the bereaved learn to live with grief.

We empower grieving individuals and families by providing inclusive mutual support programs, fostering hope and healing, and educating the public to help reduce the stigma surrounding grief and bereavement.

Website: https://www.bereavedfamilies.ca

Recruiting for: Grief Support Group Facilitators: As a peer-to-peer support based organization, our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. Our programs are led by a volunteer facilitator, along with the help of one of our core staff members. Our programs are made possible through the passion, dedication, and skills of our volunteers.

Distress Centres of Greater Toronto

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Since 1967, Distress Centres has provided 24-hour support, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to individuals in our community at risk and their most vulnerable. We are Canada’s oldest volunteer delivered crisis, emotional support and suicide prevention + intervention + post-vention service agency.

Our crisis and emotional distress services are available via hotline and text. We also offer face-to-face individual as well as group support and counselling to those who have lost a loved one to suicide or homicide and are navigating the aftermath. Distress Centres continues to expand, and our program participants & call volume increases each year.

Distress Centres now answers more than 104,300+ call, text and online chats annually, places more than 56,000 outbound calls, and is a pilot site for the recently launched National Suicide Hotline (Canadian Suicide Prevention Service) via Crisis Service Canada.

Website: http://www.dcogt.com/

Recruiting for: We are recruiting for both inbound and outbound services including our Helpline, multi-lingual lines (Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Portuguese, Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin), Touching Base, TeleCheck, and CRP.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Anyone who is interested in offering support is a good fit.

Our requirements include:
- Over 18 years of age
- Excellent computer skills
- Good listening and communication skills
- Ability to be level-headed in crisis
- Accepting of callers with a variety of concerns
- Able to follow policies and procedures
- Excellent command of the English language (spoken and written)
- Ability to participate in 36-40 hours of training, which involves preparatory reading, virtual in-class training, and on-the-lines coaching shifts

Kensington Health

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Kensington Health is a not-for-profit, community-based model of specialized healthcare services that creates consistently better health outcomes by tirelessly pursuing the best ways to respond to unmet health needs within the communities we serve.

We offer a diverse range of services including long-term care, hospice care and community care, cancer screening, diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology and eye tissue processing for transplants.

We are here to help you. Our health care services are centred around the needs of individuals and their families. In addition to providing you with the best healthcare experience possible, we also offer caregiver support, bereavement support and social services to the people you love.

Website: https://www.kensingtonhealth.org/

Recruiting for: -Kensington Hospice -Kitchen/Nutrition Volunteer -Reception Volunteer -Ambulatory Clinics -Meet and Greet Lobby Volunteer -Pre and Post-Procedural Clinic Volunteer

SAAAC Autism Centre

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SAAAC is helping all communities get access to vital ASD services and support.
As Toronto continues to grow as one of the most ethnically diverse communities in the world, SAAAC hopes to reflect this diversity in its programming and make ASD services and resources equitable across all communities regardless of religion, language, or ethnic origin.

Website: http://www.saaac.org

Recruiting for: -ABA assistant volunteer -SAAAC Creative volunteer -Fitness program volunteer - Day program volunteer

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Students studying Mental Health, Child Studies, Autism Behavioural Science, Social Service workers, Kinesiology, Speech and Language, Marketing, Communication, Counselling, Dance therapy, Child and Youth Worker, Early Childhood Education.

Number of positions: 15-20

Where positions are posted: On our website

Application method: Apply through www.saaac.org

Eatonville Care Centre

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Eatonville Care Centre is situated just across the street from the library, in a lovely neighbourhood in the heart of Etobicoke. This accredited home has served our 247 multicultural residents since 1971. Centrally located, we are just minutes from Etobicoke City Hall and Highway 427.

Our staff promote inclusion, independence and autonomy for all residents, and both residents and families praise our caregivers for their skill, warmth and compassion. We work as a team of families, physiotherapists, social workers, recreation therapists, dieticians, doctors and nurses to serve each individual.

Well-established programs such as restorative care, sensory stimulation, music and art therapy as well as Java Music and Montessori clubs enhance residents physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. The active Residents’ Council generates new ideas for bus trips and entertainment. Computers are provided for residents to Skype with families living anywhere in the world. Our courtyard features seating and a walking path for exercise and enjoyment for all.

Website: https://eatonvillecarecentre.ca/

Recruiting for: Resident Programming

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Yes

Number of positions: 2-3

Where positions are posted: Various places online and on the website

Application method: Volunteer applications available on the Eatonville website In person at the front desk

How to prepare: Comfortable and appropriate clothing

Helping Hands

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Helping Hands is a grassroots, youth-led organization that works to increase youth community engagement through technological platforms as well as in-person activities. The organization serves as a platform to match students with volunteer placements in organizations of their interest with a special focus on developing the skills the students would like to attain. On the technological aspect, Helping Hands consists of three main, interconnected features: volunteer matching, tracking, and feedback. In-person, Helping Hands performs workshops, provides mentoring services, incorporates youth into councils, conducts volunteer fairs, shares valuable stories and helps student entrepreneurs start their own clubs and organizations. 

Website: https://helpinghandsapp.com

Recruiting for: We will be recruit for various positions including youth outreach work, community engagement / outreach coordinator, marketing, grant writer and more. You can find more at helpinghandsapp.com https://helpinghandsapp.com/jointeam.html

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Students from the Faculty of Education, Engineering, Schulich School of Business, Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Number of positions: 10

Where positions are posted: At https://helpinghandsapp.com/jointeam.html Or contact to make a customized volunteer position

Application method: Email team@helpinghandsapp.com with resume or see https://helpinghandsapp.com/jointeam.html for more information

Cirlce of Care

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Since 1974, Circle of Care, a non-profit community based agency, has been a recognized leader in the provision of in-home services in the Toronto area. Our Staff and Volunteers bring compassion and caring to their roles. Whether assisting our clients in the community, or working hard behind the scenes, they are committed to giving each client the best possible experience. At Circle of Care, our mission is to support individual independence and to sustain and enhance quality of life in the community.

Website: https://circleofcare.com

Recruiting for: Volunteer opportunities available: Adult Day Program (ADP) – Facility at Dufferin and Steeles - Weekdays or Weekends. One - 3 hour shift weekly or Bi-Weekly.between the hours of 9:00 am. To 3:00 p.m. (Tuesday we are open until 6:30 p.m. (As per availability) Delivering meals in our KMOW Program (Car Required) Friendly Visiting – 1 hour per week with one client in their home Phone Pals – 1 hour per week from your home or office .

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

As above

Number of positions: 30 for Frienly Visiting 10 for ADP - 10 Phone Pal - 10 Meal delivery

Where positions are posted: Volunteer Toronto

Application method: on line on Web site

How to prepare: Bring a smile to the booth.

Habitat for Humanity GTA

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Habitat for Humanity GTA is a nonprofit housing organization that believes everyone deserves a safe and decent place to live. We mobilize volunteers and communities to help working, lower-income families build strength, stability and self-reliance through affordable homeownership. With the support of volunteers, donors and community partners, we have empowered more than 400 families to become Habitat homeowners, touching the lives of over 1,300 children. To learn more, visit: habitatgta.ca

Website: https://habitatgta.ca/

Recruiting for: ReStore Volunteers: In support of our homebuilding activity, we operate retail home improvement stores call Habitat ReStore. Our 11 locations sell new and used donated home furnishings, appliance and renovation materials to the public at a fraction of the original price. Revenue generated through ReStore sales help cover the cost to build homes for future Habitat homeowners. ReStore Volunteer Admin: The Volunteer Admin Assistant for Habitat ReStore will coordinate the logistics of donations of home furnishings and renovation materials from generous individuals in our community. The volunteer will provide exceptional customer service and data management which is vital to the success of our organization.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Justice and Social Service however we do not require a specific program.

Number of positions: We need many volunteers for ReStore (no limited on #'s) and approximately 20 ReStore Volunteer Admin Role

Where positions are posted: https://habitatgta.ca/volunteer-postings/

Application method: The majority of our volunteer roles are apply on line by creating a volunteer account and then register for the volunteer role. The volunteer posting link is the best way to decide on where you want to volunteer and then guidelines provided on how to register.

How to prepare: If students wish to review our volunteer postings to learn more about other volunteer positions.

Special Olympics Toronto

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To provide year-round sports training and athelte competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Special Olympics promotes opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and develop skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympic athletes and the community.  Over the past 40 years, Special Olympics has grown from a modest sport program servicing local athletes to one of the world's largest sport movements dedicated to promoting respect, acceptance, inclusion, and human dignity for people with intellectual disabilities.

Athlete Oath: "Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt."

Website: http://www.specialolympicstoronto.com/

Recruiting for: Coaches for various sports and support volunteer roles

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Ideally coaches and volunteers with a background in sport participation and an interest to work with the largest sport movement to support, assist, and cheer on Special Olympic athletes. Voluntary police check is required

Number of positions: several coach and volunteer positions available across the city in a variety of sports

Where positions are posted: contact Special Olympics Toronto at volunteers@specialolympicstoronto.com

Application method: apply on website: Coach Volunteer application http://www.specialolympicstoronto.com/default.asp?ContentID=63 Volunteer applicationURL http://www.specialolympicstoronto.com/default.asp?ContentID=64

How to prepare: Outline of sport participation/experience, any experience coaching or volunteering with other organizations and a brief explanation about why they are interested in Special Olympics

The Dorothy Ley Hospice

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The Dorothy Ley Hospice offers a variety of services to individuals with life-limiting illness, and their family members.
We offer support either by way of visiting palliative individuals in their homes, or by caring for them in our 10 suite Residence.

Our mission is to foster hope and dignity through exemplary care, advocacy, education and research for individuals living with the challenges of life-limiting illness or loss.
We currently rely on over 250 volunteers to successfully deliver the quality of care that we have become known for.
We are located at 220 Sherway Drive, just west of Sherway Gardens Mall. We serve over 2 000 people annually residing in Etobicoke.
We serve approximately 200 people each year from across the GTA in our residence.

Website: http://www.dlhospice.org

Recruiting for: volunteers to run the "front desk" volunteers to work in the kitchen preparing light meals for palliative individuals volunteers to take a 30 hour training course and work in direct care with palliative indviduals ( ie. feeding, helping to washroom, reading to them) gardening volunteers

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

nursing, communications, health care, any as long as interested in helping others

Number of positions: 30

Where positions are posted: volunteer MBC, Volunteer Toronto, our webiste

Application method: need to print off application from our website or pick one up in person. police check health clearance 2 references

How to prepare: just requires an interest

Toronto Biennial of Art

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The Toronto Biennial of Art is a new international contemporary visual arts event as culturally connected and diverse as the city itself. From September 21 to December 1, Toronto and surrounding areas will be transformed by exhibitions, talks, and performances that reflect our local context while engaging with the most pressing issues of our time. In an effort to make contemporary art available to everyone, the Biennial’s free, citywide programs aim to inspire individuals, bridge communities, and contribute to global conversations from a variety of perspectives.

 

Website: https://torontobiennial.org/

Recruiting for: Greeter and Information Desk Attendant Docent and Gallery Assistant Program and Event Assistant

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

The Biennial touches on many themes of indigeneity, Land use, and human relationships. Volunteers are encouraged to share their own knowledge and histories to inform their

Number of positions: 60

Where positions are posted: https://www.volgistics.com/ex2/vicnet.dll/?from=435755

Application method: https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?ap=2113371235

How to prepare: Apply, Read all documents once accepted and wear all black

Toronto Public Library- Leading to Reading

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About the Program

Leading to Reading is a literacy-based program that assists children in Grades 1-6 who are struggling with reading.

Through the assistance of adult and teen volunteers, the Leading to Reading program strives to turn reading and learning into a fun and positive experience. The program relies heavily on the assistance of volunteers. Volunteers admitted to the program are paired off with a child who they meet with once a week, for an hour, at the library. Under the supervision and guidance of Leading to Reading staff, the volunteer assists the child with further developing their reading skills.

Website: http://www.tpl.ca/ltr

Recruiting for: "Reading Buddies"

Number of positions: 40

Application method: Application form

Vibrant Healthcare Alliance

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Born out the April 2017 merger of the Anne Johnston Community Health Station and Tobias House Attendant Care Inc., Vibrant Healthcare Alliance was formed out of the commitment to create a dynamic and more client-centric approach to enhancing the quality of life and health outcomes of individuals living in the Greater Toronto Area, particularly vulnerable individuals with complex needs.  Leveraging our new capabilities, we are proud of our ability to meet the needs of the community by delivering a high quality of innovative health and social care programs that include primary healthcare services, health promotion and prevention programs, attendant care and personal support and community development initiatives.

Website: https://www.vibranthealthcare.ca/

Recruiting for: Youth Advisory committee Boccia Head Coaches Boccia Volunteers

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

kinesiology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, homeopathy, business, technology

Where positions are posted: Volunteer Toronto

Application method: Submit an application form found at https://www.vibranthealthcare.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/1.-Volunteer-Application.pdf or e-mail volunteer@vibranthealthcare.ca

Variety Village

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Variety Village makes a profound difference in the spirits and lives of young people with disabilities and their families in the greater Toronto area and across Ontario.
For over 65 years, our goal has been to improve the quality of life and integration into society of all people, regardless of their abilities. By offering specialized programs and services, we create a level playing field without barriers, intimidation or other obstacles. Dedicated to people of all abilities, Variety Village is a great place to get fit and have fun.

Website: http://www.varietyvillage.com

Recruiting for: Programs (adapted sports activities for children, Adult Day program assistants,

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Education
Security
Recreation and Sports
Customer Service

Where positions are posted: Volunteer Toronto and Variety Village website

Application method: Volunteer application form available on our website, or in person at the fair. Multiple step recruitment process.

The Arthritis Society

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The Arthritis Society is a national health charity, fueled by donors and volunteers, with a vision to live in a world where people are free from the devastating effects that arthritis has on lives.

The Arthritis Society began over 70 years ago with one very clear goal; to alleviate the suffering of people affected by arthritis. Founded in 1948 by Dr. Wallace Graham and his medical peers from across the country, it was Mary Pack, a fiercely driven community advocate, who worked tirelessly to put peoples’ needs truly into the spotlight. Today, that same passion exists in communities across Canada.

Website: http://arthritis.ca

Recruiting for: We will be recruiting for the following: Information Line Volunteers Office Support volunteers Special Events Volunteers

Number of positions: Approximately 3 volunteer positions available.

Application method: In person or online

VHA Home HealthCare

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Foudned in 1925, VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) - a not-for-profit, charitable organization -- offers community support programs to people of all ages, cultures, and orientations through charitable resources and funding partners. Committed to providing high-quality services for vulnerable at -risk families, we specialize in home support during medical situational, crisis, as well as short-term relief for parents experiencing postpartum/depression and/or other mental health issues. We are also experienced in working with squalor and problematic hoarding and take a best-practice harm-reduction approach. Our diverse team of professionals and skilled community volunteers provide high-quality service to enhance and improve the client experience during even the most challenging times. VHA proudly meets the national standards of excellence in health care set out by Accreditation Canada.

Website: https://www.vha.ca/volunteer

Recruiting for: Child and Family Support Volunteer: Supporting newcomer or single moms caring for children ages 0-4; engaging and supporting mom; finding and engaging community resources with mom. (Peer Program for Women) ESL In-Home Tutor Volunteer: Tutoring newcomer moms 1:1 in conversational English so that moms can conduct their daily activities independently and confidently in English (Peer Program for Women) Hoarding Support Volunteer: Engaging an individual who has hoarding tendencies through a process of motivational interviewing, to help the individual make decisions about what they can let go of and what they need to keep; to declutter the home and make it a healthy place to be.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Work
Addictions and Mental Health
Psychology
Sociology
Community & Public Health
ECE, Eduction, ESL, Teaching

Number of positions: 60

Where positions are posted: https://www.vha.ca/volunteer

Application method: Send resume to: dashford@vha.ca

Community Living Ontario

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ABOUT US:

Community Living Ontario- We are a non-profit, Provincial Association that advocates for people who have an intellectual disability to be fully included in all aspects of community life.

Student Links- An initiative designed to support High School Students between the ages of 14-21, who have an intellectual disability, build on current interests and hobbies, while gaining experience from an expert or mentor in their field of interest. Students will be encouraged through this experience, to explore ideas about their future after High School as well as, have a better understanding of their community.

Website: https://communitylivingontario.ca/en/francais-student-links/

Recruiting for: Your role as a mentor would include: - Presenting information about your field of expertise - Introducing a student to your hobby or industry - Providing an opportunity for hands-on experience This is an opportunity for you to help a student by sharing something you're passionate about, please do not hesitate to contact us, we would love to hear from you! Popular areas of interests: -Music -Computers -Software- general office programs -Outdoors -The Arts -Animation -Culinary -Transportation * not limited to these interests

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Not limited to only one program.

Number of positions: 10-15

Where positions are posted: Volunteer Toronto/York You Careers website

Canada Revenue Agency - Community Volunteer Income Tax Program

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The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is a collaboration between community organizations and the Canada Revenue Agency. Through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, community organizations across Canada host free tax preparation clinics where volunteers do tax returns for eligible people. A free tax clinic is a place where eligible people who have a modest income and a simple tax situation can go to get their tax returns done for free. Volunteers complete tax returns for eligible people who have a modest income and a simple tax situation, help direct taxpayers, or assist other volunteers. You can volunteer as often as you want. The busiest time is tax season, from the end of February to early May, but many people need help throughout the year.

Website: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/community-volunteer-income-tax-program.html

Recruiting for: Greeter; Tax handler; Tax preparer; Clinic Coordinator; Administrator

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Anyone can volunteer regardless of income tax knowledge - training is provided. It is a great way to learn a skill that will be useful for your entire life. However, anyone in an accounting, commerce, math or bookkeeping program might be particularly interested in becoming a volunteer.

Number of positions: unlimited

Where positions are posted: There will be a link on Canada.ca to apply in early November.

Application method: You can apply online at the end of October. Please do not apply now as the link for the upcoming tax season is not available yet. If you apply now you will need to apply again at the end of October.

How to prepare: They should come to our booth and speak with our officers!

Egale Youth Services

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Egale Youth Services supports LGBTQI2S youth ages 16 to 29 years old through practical needs, such as housing, employment, food access and navigating government systems, as well as mental health support through counselling.

Our volunteers help improve the quality of life for the youth we support. They do tremendous work and play a vital role in our mission, while gaining valuable experience and developing new skills.

The mission of our Volunteer Program is to actively promote a mutually beneficial relationship between volunteers who offer their skills and time, and staff who will support them, ensuring cooperative stewardship of the organization's mission and goals.

Get involved as a volunteer today! Mere hours a week can have significant effects.

Website: https://egale.ca/egale-youth-services/

Recruiting for: - Food Program - Drop-In Support - Outreach and Events - Communications

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

- community and social services
- culinary
- food and nutrition
- communications

Number of positions: 15-20

Where positions are posted: kindnessconnect.com/egaleyouthservices

Application method: Apply through kindnessconnect.com/egaleyouthservices or email volunteering@egaleyouthservices.ca with your resume and brief description about yourself and your interest in volunteering with the organization.

Jake's House

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Founded in 2004, Jake’s House is a Provincially and Federally funded Canadian charity with a mission to provide meaningful support to families living with autism across the country. Recognizing that more than any other single issue, families dealing with autism need a community, Jake’s House is committed to growing a strong network of people who understand and care--a family, determined to provide tangible solutions at every stage of life.

Specifically, Jake’s House supports individuals on the spectrum throughout their lifespans through four core initiatives: 1) Jake’s House Annual Holiday Parties, a 15-year tradition of bringing families together for a welcoming, fun and festive celebration; 2) Legends Mentoring Program, themed group mentoring workshops that provide youth with opportunities to learn skills, socialize and make friends; 3) Jake’s House Employment Mentoring, a program that supports the integration of young adults into the workforce; and 4) inclusive housing solutions, designed to address the growing housing gap in the autism community, giving more aging adults a place to call home.

Website: https://www.jakeshouse.ca/

Recruiting for: 1. Art Workshops 2. Coding Workshops 3. Holiday Parties 3. Multisport Workshops

Number of positions: 100

Where positions are posted: www.jakeshouse.ca/legends-mentoring-program

Application method: https://www.jakeshouse.ca/become-a-mentor/

How to prepare: Jake's House will reach out to the volunteers once registration is completed and will provide a training before the workshops.

Rexdale Community Health Centre

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Rexdale Community Health Centre is a multi-service Centre offers free quality health care, community support and activities for women, children, families, youth, adult and seniors of diverse cultures. Our Mission is to support and advocate for the physical, economic, social and mental well-being of our diverse community. We work together with our community and partners to improve equitable access to quality care and services. 

Website: https://www.rexdalechc.com/

Recruiting for: Overview of the Steps to Excellence Program (STEPS+) The STEP+ program provides academic, social, and one-to-one support to youth in grades 9-11. These youth benefit from the academic support provided by the program during school hours and afterschool throughout their time in high school. Volunteer Positions The Steps to Excellence Program (STEP+) is currently recruiting for Tutor Positions. We are looking for Tutors who feel comfortable working with youth in grades 9-11 (ages 13-17) and are confident in tutoring different subjects. We especially require tutors who are skilled in tutoring Math (Calculus, Functions, and Data Management) and Sciences (Biology, Physics, and Chemistry).

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

English/Literature Majors
Engineering Majors
Math Majors (Functions, Calculus, Data Management)
Science Majors (Chemistry, Biology, and Physics)
Business Majors
Accounting Majors
Psychology Majors
E-Commerce Majors
IT/technology Majors
History Majors
Political Science Majors
Teacher's College

Number of positions: 10-12

Where positions are posted: Not posted online yet.

Application method: Please e-mail the Steps to Excellence Program (STEPS+) Coordinator with your resume directly at maria.cruz@rexdalechc.com . Application forms will be provided at the York University Health Fair as well.

How to prepare: Please bring resume and availability.

Cooksville Care Centre

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If you have a special talent or skill and are interested in working with seniors, Cooksville Care Centre is the place for you! We will find an opportunity to optimize on your talents and contribute to the wellbeing of residents in the Home.

About Cooksville Care Centre 

Home to 157 long term care residents, Cooksville Care Centre maintains a cozy, home-like environment in the Heart of Mississauga. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding, compassionate care to our residents and paying close attention to their individual needs. We are able to enhance residents’ quality of life by meeting their physical, emotional and spiritual needs through excellent care and specialty programs including Java Music Club and Montessori.

The Home also has a separate 35-bed Restore Unit which supports short-term stays until residents are strong and independent enough to return to their homes. Cooksville has launched a Transitional Care Unit as well, with approximately 30 beds which provides an alternative discharge destination for residents unable to remain in their current environment.

Mission Statement
Volunteer Services strive to provide quality volunteer programs that service to enhance the quality of lie of the residents, while providing meaningful volunteer placements.

As a Volunteer or Placement Student, you will work closely with the Programs Department to help coordinate and facilitate programs, special events, social activities and restorative programs, leading to increased socialization, engagement and well-being for residents. Tasks are matched according to your strengths and interests and you will have the opportunity to work with residents on a one on one basis or in group settings. We are committed to providing meaningful and rewarding opportunities for our volunteers, providing training and ongoing support for each volunteer role!

Programs Volunteer Opportunities:

  • Friendly Visiting
  • Pastoral Services
  • Language Interpretation
  • Pet Therapy
  • Environmental or Food Services
  • Administrative and Clerical
  • Cultural Programs
  • Java Mentorship
  • Restorative
  • Recreation Programs
    • Creative Arts
    • Baking
    • Music
    • Bingo
    • Spiritual Programs
    • Physical Activities
  • Special Events
  • and more!

If you are interested in volunteering with Cooksville Care Centre please complete the volunteer application using the link https://cooksvillecarecentre.ca/join-our-team/volunteers/ and return it to natasha.bhasin@cooksvillecarecentre.ca.

Website: https://cooksvillecarecentre.ca/

Recruiting for: - Friendly Visiting Volunteers - Programs/Recreation Volunteers - Java Mentorship Volunteers - Administrative/clerical volunteers - Restorative Volunteers - Placement Students

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Activation, Recreation, Gerontology, Health Studies, Kinesiology, Sociology, Social Work, Nursing

Number of positions: 10

Application method: Please email natasha.bhasin@cooksvillecarecentre.ca or visit our website to complete a volunteer application package.

How to prepare: Come prepared to learn more about how you can make a difference in others' lives by volunteering!

St. Joseph's Health Centre, Toronto

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Looking, listening, learning and collaborating with the community we serve. It makes St. Joseph’s Health Centre who we are.

St. Joseph’s is a community teaching hospital, affiliated with the University of Toronto, serving the healthcare needs of the city’s west end. Our vision is to advance the health of our community by being Canada’s best community teaching health centre. And our people – staff, physicians, volunteers and students – live our vision and values every day, and are committed to serving our patients and their local community with compassion.

Led by St. Joe’s core values of, human dignity, compassion, excellence, community and inclusivity, our volunteers are committed to delivering an exceptional experience for our patients, families and community.

Find out more about volunteering at St. Joseph's Health Centre https://stjoestoronto.ca/our-people/volunteer-with-us/

Website: https://stjoestoronto.ca/

Recruiting for: Year round volunteering (once a week commitment) Summer student program (May to August)

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Emergency volunteer program
Clinic programs
Laboratory (summer program only)
Pharmacy (summer program only)

Number of positions: 25

Where positions are posted: www.stjoestoronto.ca and www.volunteertoronto.ca

Application method: Apply online at www.stjoestoronto.ca

COSTI Immigrant Services

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COSTI Immigrant Services is a community-based multicultural agency providing employment, educational, settlement and social services to all immigrant communities, new Canadians and individuals in need of assistance.

COSTI strives to be a leader in community service by using a client focused, proactive, and innovative approach in planning, developing and delivering services. Our programs ensure that regardless of language or cultural barriers, people who arrive in Canada are able to use their existing skills, learn new ones, and participate actively in all aspects of Canadian life.

Website: http://www.costi.org

Recruiting for: ☐ Life Skills Workers: Facilitate the integration and settlement process of Government-Assisted refugees arriving to Greater Toronto Area. ☐ Relief Workers: Provide support and guidance to clients at any of COSTI’s hostel and reception centers. ☐ Special Events Volunteers: Assist COSTI in the successful delivery of special events and community activities, such as annual picnic. ☐ English Conversation Circles Facilitators: Help newcomers to practice and enhance their English language skills. ☐ Employment Facilitators: Help in the successful delivery of employment services to newcomers in finding their dream jobs. ☐ Housing Support Workers: Escort and assist clients in searching for, finding and securing affordable housing. ☐ Support Workers: Assist seniors in their social, educational and recreational activities at COSTI Seniors’ Day Program. ☐ Administrative Assistants: Perform a range of administrative and office support functions at COSTI’s Head Office. ☐ Administrative Assistants: Perform a range of administrative and office support functions at COSTI’s Family and Mental Health Services Department.

Number of positions: 10 volunteer position and each position we need more than one volunteer.

Katimavik

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Katimavik is Canada's leading youth service organization, and the National Experience offers a life-changing opportunity for youth, ages 17-25, to explore Canada, make new friendships, gain valuable work experience, become empowered, and contribute to positive change through volunteerism and active Indigenous reconciliation. For over 40 years, Katimavik has brought young adults together to learn, to exchange culture and language, and to help build stronger communities across Canada.
Over 5 months, participant-volunteers live in a "Katimavik house" with 10 other youth in 2 host communities. Through the development of 21st century skills, experiential learning, and civic engagement, they gain competencies to become engaged and capable leaders. Learn more on our website: www.katimavik.org

Website: https://katimavik.org

Recruiting for: Program participant-volunteers

Number of positions: 66

Application method: Online: https://fr.surveymonkey.com/r/JD353BZ. Please note you will be encouraged to fundraise $1000 prior to the start date of the program, and that you commit to full participation in the program from July to December 2019 is expected.

3Rs Ambassador Program

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Website: https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/recycling-organics-garbage/apartments-condos-co-ops/3rs-ambassador-program/

Recruiting for: 3Rs Ambassador Volunteer

Number of positions: Unlimited

Application method: In person or online

Aids Committee of York Region, Rainbow Space Program

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Building Safer, Inclusive Social & Recreational Spaces for the 2SLGBTQ+ Community in York Region

If you are a person who identifies as a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community in York Region or are seeking support for a friend or family member as an ally, here is what you can access through our Rainbow Space program:

  • Inclusive and safer spaces to gather together and build social networks
  • Opportunities to organize and participate in recreational activities
  • Information and resources about health and social services
  • Lending library of queer literature and books
  • Volunteering & leadership development opportunities
  • Peer learning & wellness promotion groups

Rainbow Space programs are peer-led and peer-directed.

2SLGBTQ+ community members including youth, older adults, and seniors can access both drop-in and facilitated groups through Rainbow Space.

All programs and services through Rainbow Space are free and confidential.

 

Website: http://www.acyr.org/rainbowspace/

Recruiting for: Current Volunteer Opportunities: *Office/Administrative support Filing, organizing/maintaining inventory, data entry and other administrative needs *Sorting clothing/donations for clients Monthly clothing donations and gifts for annual Holiday Wish List Program *Support monthly/annual client events Client socials, wellness groups and retreats, holiday party, etc. *Support community outreach & education activities Tabling/booths at community events, assistance with workshops and events, organizing materials, public speaking as needed *Fundraising A Taste for Life: Tasks may include soliciting silent auction donations, promoting fundraiser, facilitating attendance, donor communications, event hosting, media outreach as needed Holiday Wish List Program: Promoting fundraiser, soliciting donations, donor communications Ongoing agency fundraising activities: Support with donor prospecting and relationship building, grant research and writing, and donor database management *Serve on the Board of Directors

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

We look for volunteers for all parts of our programs (Rainbow Space, Harm Reduction Support & Services and the HIV/Aids Support & Services Program). Volunteers are matched with specific programs depending on their interests, skills, experience and the needs of the agency. For more information, please contact: Mark Koning Communications & Operations Manager 905-884-0613 x 203 mkoning@acyr.org

Where positions are posted: See above

How to prepare: Check out our website for a particular program area of interest and then come and chat to us 🙂

Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association

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THE CAREFIRST MISSION

Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association is a non-profit charitable community services agency established since 1976, together with Carefirst Family Health Team (since 2007) and Carefirst Foundation (since 2006). We are committed to serve the community with our belief that “Care” for our client’s needs has always been our “first” and primary level of concern and focus. Our mission is to ensure the seniors and those in need of our services enjoy independent, enriched and quality living in the community through our social, health care and supportive services.

 

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to ensure that seniors and others in need of services, living in Toronto and surrounding areas, enjoy a high quality of life in their communities. We strive to maximize their well-being through a range of social, health care, and supportive services planned and delivered through an integrated model of care. We will ensure that a comprehensive range of services are delivered by an effective team of professionals and volunteers on a holistic basis.

We achieve our mission by:

  • Delivering client-centred services that reflect an integrated model of care
  • Providing top quality & culturally relevant social, health care, & support services to our clients
  • Ensuring a professional and caring attitude in all our client relationships
  • Achieving optimal wellness levels in our clients by encouraging them to participate as actively as possible in their communities
  • Promoting in the broader community an awareness of our clients’ needs for social, health care & support services
  • Advocating to government, voluntary and private sectors on issues relating to policies and programs that affect our clients

VISION & VALUES

Carefirst will be a leader in providing comprehensive, responsive and client-focused programs to seniors and others in need of services in the Greater Toronto and surrounding areas.

  • Client-and-Family-Centred Service
    Respect client and family’s right to co-design and participate in discussion making about service utilization, their health and wellness.
  • Quality and Safe Services
    Provide and promote excellence in service through its quality standards safe and best practices.
  • Responsiveness to Diverse Community Needs
    Respect diversity within the community through the provision of culturally and linguistically sensitive services.
  • Respect for Staff
    Value the contribution of all employees by making every effort to meet their professional needs.
  • Integrated Care Approach
    Consider the needs and well-being of clients, families and caregivers by using an inclusive, holistic service approach.
  • Professional Care
    Provide services in a professional manner, ensuring that programs are delivered by qualified and competent staff.

Website: http://www.carefirstontario.ca

Application method: Students are encouraged to leave their information with our Volunteer Coordinator at the Volunteer Fair so that we can arrange an in-person interview. Alternatively, students can express interest by e-mailing volunteer@carefirstontario.ca to inquire about our vacancies and registration process.

Centennial Infant and Child Centre

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Centennial Infant and Child Centre strengthens families and their young children with special needs to develop the confidence and skills for the best start in life.  For over 50 years more than 2000 children have attended the preschool at Centennial Infant and Child Centre.  Thousands more have been served through the Early Intervention Program supporting children with a wide range of abilities and disabilities.

Looking for an opportunity to make a difference in your community?  We are recruiting passionate volunteers to support our Integrated Preschool Program.

Our volunteer mentors work directly with children with special needs providing 1:1 support according to each child’s individual program plan. Over the course of the year, volunteers receive ongoing training and supervision from our highly qualified staff as well as valuable experience in a unique classroom setting. Our volunteers are a vital part of our organization and make the work we do possible!

Volunteers commit to a minimum of one shift per week either in our morning OR afternoon programs which run from 9:00-11:45 AM and 1:00-3:45 PM.

Website: http://www.cicc.ca

Recruiting for: 1:1 Preschool Classroom mentors

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

not limited to: early childhood education, child development, psychology, social work, nursing

Number of positions: 35

Where positions are posted: https://www.kindnessconnect.com/cicc-volunteers/volunteer2019-2020/

Application method: Candidates can apply online via the link above.

How to prepare: If possible, bring contact information for 2 professional references. Additional documentation will be required upon in-person application.

Chantiers jeunesse

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Chantiers jeunesse is a non-profit organization created in 1980 to promote the development of young, active and engaged citizens while fostering community development.

We organize volunteer projects in different regions of Canada for youth aged 15 to 30 and monitor Canadian participants that we’ve put in international projects (more than 35 possible destinations in Europe, North America and Asia). Every year, 150 young volunteers are involved in different projects initiated by Chantiers jeunesse.

Also, our new Entrepreneurship Projects program gives volunteers the chance to improve their leadership and entrepreneurial skills by developing and implementing their own projects from start to finish.

Website: https://www.cj.qc.ca/

Recruiting for: Volunteers for our 2 week long intercultural volunteer camps for Winter and Summer 2020 Volunteers who want to start their own entrepreneurial projects

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Projects in volunteer camps can be :

Environmental (creating walking trails, cleaning shorelines, preserving endangered species, etc.)
Heritage preservation (building restauration, painting, construction work, etc.)
Cultural (festivals, photography, linguistic exchange, etc.)
Social (projects with kids, intergenerational projects, refugee assistance, etc.)

Project in the Entrepreneurial program can be in any field as long as they have a positive social impact on their communities.

Number of positions: 150

Where positions are posted: On our website

Application method: Apply through our registration form at https://www.cj.qc.ca/en/registration-form/

How to prepare: They can visit our website and Facebook page to get a better grasp at what our volunteer camp are all about.

Community Living Ajax-Pickering & Whitby

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Community Living Ajax-Pickering And Whitby Mission

Community Living Ajax-Pickering and Whitby is dedicated to supporting people with developmental disabilities so they can live full lives and be effectively, safely and inclusively supported in their own communities.  We serve that mission by offering a broad range of personalized supports and services, closely aligned with their individual goals and choice of where they want to live, learn, work and enjoy their leisure time.

Our Vision:  Inspiring Dreams, Possibilities and Inclusion

Community Living Ajax-Pickering and Whitby envisions a society where everyone belongs – living in a state of dignity, sharing meaningfully and safely in all elements of community life and having opportunities to participate effectively.  In our future vision, there is genuine inclusion for all.

We see people pursuing their goals and dreams, well-satisfied with their lives.  We strive to build a community where anyone with a developmental disability enjoys equal rights, respect and acceptance, a  sense of self-worth, and opportunities for growth.  In this future, the abilities, uniqueness and innate value of each person are celebrated, supported and acknowledged as essential to the completeness of the whole community.  We will do whatever we can, within our means, to help make this vision a reality.

Our vision for CLAPW as an organization is to be a recognized and innovative leader in the delivery of services, offering a comprehensive spectrum of relevant supports and services to people with developmental disabilities.  This cannot be accomplished without a close partnership joining staff and families in a circle of support around each person.  We also aspire to be a  model for quality, innovation and accountability in our service sector and across the organization.

Service Values:  We believe in and make critical decisions based on the organization’s core commitments to…

A mission defined by a person-centred focus and culture of respect.  CLAPW’s fundamental purpose stems from the needs of the individual people we support, their dreams and their preferences.  We take care not to impose our own personal notions of what makes a life fulfilling.  At the same time, we remain ever-mindful of the safety and well-being of those we support.  This includes being safe from harm or abuse of any kind, as well as empowering supported individuals to make choices within safe environments.  Caring and respect are the foundations for all we do.

Purposeful pursuit of meaningful inclusion for those we support.  The agency’s commitment to access and inclusion flows from its response to an individual’s dreams, goals and need for supports within an environment of understanding – one that makes everyone feel valued, wanted and socially accepted.  Through our work, and by example, we help build a culture premised on these values: consideration of one another, recognizing each other’s differences, and treating others the way we would wish to be treated.

Always acting with honesty, integrity, transparency and accountability.  Honesty, integrity and transparency provide the foundation for trusted leadership and relationships.  Accountability is not a one-time thing – it’s an all-time thing, and applies across the organization.  We believe in doing the right thing, whether it’s noticed or not, even when it may be unpopular. Strong governance and leadership based on these principles will ensure the organization is capable, well managed and effective in providing services.

Website: https://www.cl-apw.org/site/home

Recruiting for: Friendly visits, day program support

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Services, Psychology, Behavioral Science, Nursing

Number of positions: 10

Where positions are posted: Volunteer Durham

Application method: Applications available on our website. Applications can be sent by email sharon.burgess@clapw.org

How to prepare: Look at our website

Extend-A-Family

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Extend-A-Family Mission

In partnership with families and community, we foster a life of belonging for children and youth with developmental disabilities, building meaningful relationships and valued roles.  We share and promote the value of inclusion and belonging.

What We Do

  • We work in the community to support individuals who have developmental disabilities.
  • We bring people together by encouraging and facilitating friendships.
  • We believe that all people belong and have the right to participate in the community.
  • We foster public awareness of the gifts and contributions of people with developmental disabilities.

Website: http://extendafamily.ca/

Recruiting for: HOST A host is an individual ideally from the neighbourhood or community who has expressed an interest in getting to know a child or youth with a disability. Host relationships have the potential to provide typical experiences, create mutual friendship, provide a safe social network and provide respite that friendships have the potential to create. So often whereas society tends to see the disability, in a host or friendship relationship, one sees the person and his or her strengths. The frequency, in which people get together, depends on everyone involved.

Number of positions: 20

Where positions are posted: http://extendafamily.ca/opportunities/volunteer-opportunities/

Application method: If interested e-mail the coordinator assigned to the indivual you would like to be a host for. More information on specific opportunities on our website.

For Youth Initiative

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For ​Youth ​Initiative (FYI) ​is ​a ​non-profit ​organization ​that ​has ​served, ​inspired ​and ​advocated ​for ​thousands ​of teens ​and ​young ​adults ​in ​York ​South-Weston ​since ​1995. ​Our ​multi-service ​agency ​provides ​year-round programs ​and ​services ​to ​local ​youth ​to ​meet ​their ​needs ​and ​empower ​them ​to ​reach ​their ​full ​potential.

Website: http://www.foryouth.ca/

Recruiting for: Homework Helper

Number of positions: 20

Where positions are posted: Positions will be posted on FYI's website.

March of Dimes Canada

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The Aphasia and Communication Disabilities program is a program that helps increase self-confidence, independence and improve quality of life of adults living with aphasia and acquired communication disabilities as a result of stroke, brain injury or illness. Our volunteers and students assist adults with aphasia and acquired communication disabilities in group and recreational settings, 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, creative communication, meaningful activities and increase life participation.

Website: http://www.marchofdimes.ca/acdp

Recruiting for: - Communication Program Volunteer - Life History Communication Book Developer - Befriending - Various student placements - Events - fundraising and aphasia camp

Number of positions: 20

Where positions are posted: York U student career centre

Application method: Please fill out our application form online: https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?ap=266561206

How to prepare: Please visit our website: www.marchofdimes.ca/acdp

Markham Stouffville Hospital

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Markham Stouffville Hospital (MSH) is one of Ontario’s leading community hospitals. Across its two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and the Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), the hospital has 329 beds and provides high quality, patient-centred care to more than 402,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services.

Website: https://www.msh.on.ca/careers-and-volunteers

Recruiting for: Clinical and Support Services volunteer positions

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

All

Number of positions: 50

Where positions are posted: Website

Application method: online

How to prepare: Come prepared with resume

Parkinson Canada

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Parkinson Canada is the definitive voice of Canadians living with Parkinson’s disease. From diagnosis to discovery. You can count on us to be there at every step of your Parkinson’s journey. We provide education and services to support you, your family and your health team, online, by telephone and in person.

VISION

A better life today for People Living with Parkinson’s; a world without Parkinson’s tomorrow.

MISSION

Our mission is to transform the lives of People Living with Parkinson’s. We do this through:

  • Research leading to the end of Parkinson’s
  • Advocacy bringing the voices of Parkinson’s to the forefront
  • Support helping people living with Parkinson’s live well through education.
VALUES

As we carry out our mission and strive to achieve our goals, we will always be true to our core values. We believe in being:

  • Bold by embracing new ideas and confidently taking action.
  • Compassionate by striving always to walk in the shoes of those we serve.
  • Collaborative by working cooperatively with all stakeholders so that together we can achieve more.
  • Trustworthy by keeping our word and always doing what we promise.

Website: https://www.parkinson.ca/

Recruiting for: Support Group Facilitators, Booth Exhibitors, Office & Administrative Volunteers, Education Presenters

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Work, Medical Studies, Gerontology, Health Studies

Number of positions: 20+

Where positions are posted: https://www.parkinson.ca/

Application method: Through website, or through volunteer application form over e-mail.

Society of Sharing: Inner-City Volunteers

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Society of Sharing: Inner-City Volunteers is a nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to serving seniors and adults with physical disabilities in downtown Toronto, since 1981. We recruit and train volunteers who provide community programs and services such as friendly visiting, medical and shopping escort, group socialization, and telephone reassurance.

Website: https://www.societyofsharing.org

Recruiting for: Friendly Visitor Medical and Shopping Escort Group Socialization Volunteer Telephone Reassurance

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Work, Community Work, and Health-related courses

Number of positions: on-going

Where positions are posted: Society of Sharing website

Application method: Send an email to vrts@societyofsharing.org

How to prepare: They may learn more about the work we do by visiting our website at www.societyofsharing.org or our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/volunteersharing/

The Learning Disabilities Association of Toronto

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Who We Are

The Learning Disabilities Association of Toronto District (LDATD) is a chapter of the Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario (LDAO) serving the amalgamated City of Toronto. We are a Not for Profit Charity.

Program Description:

Operating out of the The Learning Disabilities of Toronto, The Y.I.E.L.D. (Youths’ Initiative and Excellence with LD’s) is a unique program designed to support LD youth to gain valuable skills and increase civic engagement opportunities that will benefit them in life and work while making a difference in their community.

Main Focus of the program:

  • Co-Creation of Youth Community Service Projects: With support of program facilitators, participants will create community service project(s) that will make a positive impact in their community
  • Professional Leadership Training: a series of certified workshops that will give you actionable leadership skills for future endeavors
  • Direct Civic Engagement: With engagement of community organizations/ collaborators, participant will be able to develop our service projects within their communities

Website: https://www.ldatd.on.ca/yieldprogram/

Recruiting for: To become a Y.I.E.L.D program participant, who will work over four months to co-create and deploy a community service project of their design.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Work, Community Development, CYC, ECE, Public Policy

Number of positions: 25

Where positions are posted: https://www.ldatd.on.ca/yieldprogram-application

Application method: Online-https://www.ldatd.on.ca/yieldprogram-application/ In person on site

How to prepare: Bring a copy of resume and expect 10 min interview

University Health Network

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Our volunteer resources teams across our 4 hospitals (on 7 sites) provide our patients, families, visitors and staff with assistance and services to help augment the efforts of caring and busy professional staff. If you are a caring, positive and helpful individual seeking an exciting opportunity, then come and join the health care team at UHN.

What skills are we looking for?  Attention to Detail, Proactive and Resourceful, Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills, Able to take direction but also able to work independently, Good interpersonal skills, caring and friendly, and able to interact with patients and visitors.

Website: https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/ways-help/Volunteering_UHN/Pages/default.aspx

Recruiting for: Clinical Patient Support, Inpatient Support, Specialized Patient Support, Administrative Support, General Patient and Family Support, Rehab Therapy Support

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Healthcare related fields

Number of positions: 300

Where positions are posted: Current positions are posted internally to current UHN volunteers but the opportunities available can be viewed on our website: https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/ways-help/Volunteering_UHN/Pages/how_to_become_a_volunteer.aspx

Application method: Online via our website: https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/ways-help/Volunteering_UHN/Pages/how_to_become_a_volunteer.aspx

How to prepare: Come with questions! We do not accept paper applications or resumes. There will be a sign up sheet available if they wish to request more information.

Visions of Science

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Visions of Science Network for Learning Inc. (VoSNL) is a charitable organization that aims to advance the educational achievements and positive development of youth from low-income and marginalized communities through meaningful engagement in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields and research.

Website: http://www.vosnl.org

Recruiting for: Events & Initiatives Volunteer (short-term opportunity) STEM Club Facilitator (long-term opportunity)

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

STEM and/or Education programs

Number of positions: 20+

Where positions are posted: https://www.vosnl.org/volunteer

Application method: Create a volunteer profile: http://bttr.im/wxgua

How to prepare: N/A

Working Women Community Centre - On Your Mark Tutoring and Mentorship Program

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On Your Mark Program provides one-to-one and small group tutoring for students of Portuguese and Spanish-speaking heritage in elementary and high school (grades 1 to 12). Program has been specifically geared to those who are struggling with literacy and numeracy standards for their grade level and attending special education support services. This program also addresses dropout prevention and encourages the pursuit of post-secondary education.

Volunteer Tutors will work closely with elementary and/or secondary students and will be responsible for providing educational assistance, guidance and mentoring to their students.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide assistance (in English) with homework, assignments, and address areas of need outlined by the teacher referral on a weekly basis. Volunteers have the opportunity to specify the subject area of strength (Math, English, Science, French Basic, French Immersion)
  • Work in cooperation with Program Coordinator(s), school staff in the selected schools to develop a work plan that is best suited to students' needs.
  • Assist in regular reporting and tracking of students' progress, accomplishments, and areas of difficulty to Program Coordinator.
  • Maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude towards education and learning and be a positive role-model for your student.
  • Knowledge of Portuguese and/or Spanish is an asset but NOT necessary.

Advantages of becoming a Volunteer Tutor or Volunteer Site Supervisor:

  • Relevant educational experience
  • Enhance your teaching, interpersonal communication, coaching, leadership and mentoring skills, as well as connect to your strength and values (e.g. love of learning, relationships building, interest in the field of social services and/or education)
  • Make a valuable difference in the life of a child and/or youth
  • An opportunity to give back to the community by helping school students in the GTA to pursue post-secondary education
  • Training and Support provided (Orientation Session with diving into case studies, Training on Tutoring Math and Reading/Writing)
  • Letters of reference are available (after three months and up to three years)
  • Teacher College references completed upon request

 

Website: https://www.workingwomencc.org/location/gladstone/programs-services/on-your-mark/

Recruiting for: Volunteer Tutor (afterschool and saturday sessions) and Volunteer Site Supervisor

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

English, Math, Social Work, Languages

Number of positions: 50

Application method: Application + resume + short in-person interview Students can fill out the application form and hand their resume on site, during the fair or after the fair by e-mail

How to prepare: know your schedule (availability), might bring a resume

Yellow Brick House

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Right now, and every single day, there are families here rebuilding their lives. Every woman’s story with Yellow Brick House begins with the courage to leave a dangerous—even deadly—home. They share stories of terror, despair, and tears. But the real story of Yellow Brick House is about empowering women and children to rebuild their lives and we give a voice to the untold stories of violence in our community, raising awareness about the need for change, and moving our community forward to end of violence against women and kids.

Website: https://www.yellowbrickhouse.org/

Recruiting for: Community Engagement Childcare Sorting donations Packing items of need for clients Donation pickup/shelter delivery

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Childhood, Children and Youth Studies, Early Childhood Education, Gender and Women's Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work

Number of positions: unlimited

Where positions are posted: York Region

Application method: Submit application on line

Youth Assisting Youth

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Youth Assisting Youth matches youth mentors with newcomer and at-risk kids, ages 6-15, in a one-on-one peer mentoring relationship.

  • Peer mentors are young adults aged 16-29 that act as positive role models to help their mentees reach their full potential.
  • Be a Role Model & have fun bonding with the youth while engaging in social and/or academic activities
  • All we ask from you is: To spend (3 hours per week) with the youth for one whole year. 
  • The youth paired up with you will have similar hobbies and interests to you. They will also live nearby to your location. We make it very easy for you to have an enjoyable time by providing chances of many trips and event.

If you are interested in making a difference and helping a youth in your community then contact us at mail@yay.org . Or go to our website at  https://youthassistingyouth.com/ and fill in the per-application.

 

 

Website: https://youthassistingyouth.com/become-a-mentor/

Recruiting for: Peer to Peer Mentors

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

It is for anyone that wants to make a difference and help a youth in their community. The youth have many different interests so it applies to all programs or disciplines.

Number of positions: 300

Where positions are posted: On our website you can apply to be a mentor. The positions are for mentors living in Toronto and York Region residents.

Application method: -Go to our website and fill in the application -Once you do a recruiter would email you about training sessions - You would need to provide 2 references and attend two training sessions

How to prepare: Email us and we will guide them on the process and how to prepare. There will be training sessions to prepare them. So just be open minded and show up 🙂

YOUTHLINK

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YouthLink is a youth mental health agency in Scarborough.  YouthLink offers an array of services including counselling, housing, tutoring, mentoring, and support for queen and trans youth.  YouthLink is an anchor agency of the United Way of Toronto and York Region; and accredited by the Canadian Centre for Accreditation.

Website: http://www.youthlink.ca

Recruiting for: Volunteer Tutors

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Business
Life Sciences
Mathematics

Number of positions: 50

Where positions are posted: Charity Village

Application method: Email with a resume

How to prepare: Complete a volunteer application form

Malvern Family Resource Centre

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Malvern Family Resource Centre is a social service agency providing a variety of programs and services to families and residents in North-East Scarborough.

Website: http://mfrc.org/

Recruiting for: We are seeking volunteers to help out with a variety of programs and services within our 7 departments: Early Years (children 0-6 years) Middle Years (children 6-12 years) Youth (13-24 years) Seniors Newcomers Women's Place "Our Strong Neighbourhood"

Where positions are posted: http://mfrc.org/volunteer

Application method: Register for a volunteer orientation (416-281-1376 ext.0)

Girl Guides of Canada

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Girl Guides of Canada (GGC) is a volunteer led organization that provides programming for girls, both cis and transgender. GGC is a place where girls are empowered to take the lead, seek new challenges, find their voice, discover how they can make a difference in their world, make friends, find a sense of belonging and be proud of who they are; all in a safe, supportive, inclusive space.

Website: https://www.girlguides.ca/web/

Recruiting for: Unit Guider Treasurer Cookie Orderer

Skills: A few of the below in each individual (not expecting all of them in one person!): Experience working with children and youth Tailoring your approach to different individuals’ needs Public speaking Facilitation and workshop delivery Leadership Mentorship Providing motivation and inspiration Budgeting and financial planning Event planning and execution Teamwork Inter-generational collaboration Time management Organization and prioritization Record keeping Identifying and negotiating with service providers (i.e. campsite rentals, guest presenters) Risk management

Number of positions: 5-20

Where positions are posted: Interested students can apply via

York Region Food Network

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Our Vision:
“Food for health – Food for all”

Our Mission:
“York Region Food Network delivers programs and education to ensure that the people of York Region have healthy and sustainable food.”

Website: http://www.yrfn.ca/

Recruiting for: Art Program - Assistant Facilitator, Garden Volunteers

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Education, Fine Arts, Health Studies, Environmental Studies

Where positions are posted: York University Career Centre, YRFN website

Application method: Contact the Youth Engagement Coordinator directly expressing interest.

How to prepare: Bring resume and be open to connecting further after the event.

VHA Home HealthCare

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Since 1925, VHA Home HealthCare—a not-for-profit, charity—has empowered Ontarians to create possibilities for more independence. VHA’s team of over 2,000 support clients in throughout Ontario and are a founding member agency of United Way Toronto.

Website: http://www.vha.ca

Recruiting for: Child and Family Support Volunteer (Moms and Children), Hoarding Support Volunteer (Adults), ESL Tutor Volunteer (Moms), Activity Support Volunteer (Seniors)

Skills: Active Listening/communication, Empathy, Anti-oppressive approach, Child Care or ECE experience, Experience with Newcomers or understanding of the experience of newcomers, Mental Health Training or Experience, Teaching or Coaching or Tutoring Experience, Awareness of Resources in the community (Toronto)

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Work,
Occupational Therapy,
Early Childhood Education,
Social Service Worker,
Mental Health and Addictions,
Activation / Recreation Therapy,
Gerontology,
Psychology

Number of positions: 300

Where positions are posted: www.vha.ca, Volunteer Toronto, Charity Village

Application method: Deposit Resume at www.vha.ca

How to prepare: No preparation required. Discussion of needs and skills at booth. A resume is a bonus

Reconnect Community Health Services

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Reconnect Community Health Services, a not-for-profit health service organization in the west end of Toronto, is dedicated to serving seniors and people living with mental health and addictions to improve and maintain their health and well being.

Website: http://www.reconnect.on.ca

Recruiting for: Meals on Wheels Runners and Drivers, Program Assistants to assist at various social programs

Skills: Reliability/commitment - able to commit to come 1 x per week for a min of 3 - 6 months, Communication skills to be able to interact with seniors, Caring, patient and friendly attitude

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Generally speaking most of our roles do not require specific skills and individuals can be trained on the job.

Number of positions: 5-10

Where positions are posted: Volunteer Toronto Website

Application method: Through our website at: www.reconnect.on.ca

How to prepare: It would be great if students could have an idea of what kind of volunteer role they are interested in and bring a copy of their resume.

Canadian Liver Foundation

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The Canadian Liver Foundation (CLF) was the first organization in the world devoted to providing support for research and education into the causes of liver disease.

Founded in 1969, the Canadian Liver Foundation was established by a group of doctors and business leaders concerned about the increasing incidence of liver disease and the escalating number of deaths resulting from these serious ailments. Throughout the Foundation’s 49+ years, it has served as a model for similar organizations around the world.

Today, the Canadian Liver Foundation continues to actively support and encourage doctors and scientists to pursue their objectives in the field of hepatology research across Canada. In addition, the CLF has expanded its activities to not only address the needs of patients and their families, but also to promote awareness and a better understanding of liver disease among the general public.
Volunteers are the backbone of the Canadian Liver Foundation. At all levels of participation, they offer an abundance of resources, including: knowledge, skill, passion, contacts, time, and effort. Volunteers are essential to the Canadian Liver Foundation's success as they spread public awareness, educate, develop and organize events, and raise money towards fighting liver disease.

Website: http://www.liver.ca

Recruiting for: Marketing, fundraising, event planning, health promotion

Number of positions: 5-10

Where positions are posted: Charity Village and The York University Career Centre

How to prepare: Bring resume etc.

Pathways to Education Regent Park

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Regent Park is the oldest public housing project and one of the most economically disadvantaged regions in Canada. While extremely rich in diversity, it is a community that faces many race, language, and cultural barriers.

Over 80 per cent of residents are visible minorities, and for many, English is a second language.

Few families are earning more than $18,000 per year (less than 1/3 of the national average)

The region has twice the number of single-parent families as the rest of Toronto

Website: https://www.pathwaystoeducation.ca/pathways-regent-park

Recruiting for: Mainly tutors and to a lesser extent mentors.

Skills: Commitment - 1 day a week (mon-thurs) Punctuality Dedication

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Math, English, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Social Sciences, French, & Computer Science

Number of positions: 10-20

Application method: Email there resume to volunteer@regentparkchc.org

How to prepare: Bring resume

Prostate Cancer Canada

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We are the leading national foundation dedicated to the elimination of prostate cancer through research, education, advocacy, awareness and support.

Website: http://www.prostatecancer.ca

Recruiting for: Admin roles- Reception desk, Ontario Raffle Call Centre, Event positions

Skills: Customer service oriented, People oriented, Computer savvy, Attention to deal, Enjoys working in fast pace environments

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Business administration

Number of positions: 50

Where positions are posted: Social Media, volunteer centres, York University career centre (after the event)

Application method: Can bring resume to event or email. Apply on-line at http://bttr.im/9pn8l

How to prepare: Bring resume

YouthLink

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YouthLink is a registered charity providing a wide range of services that promote mental health and well-being for youth in Scarborough.

YouthLink offers Pathways to Education™, a community based program designed to lower the dropout rate among high-school students from economically disadvantaged communities. The program offers academic, social, financial, and advocacy support in order to increase their opportunity for success in high school and beyond.

Website: http://www.youthlink.ca

Recruiting for: Volunteer tutors

Skills: Relationship-building, Listening, Problem solving, Teamwork and collaboration, Writing, Critical analytical, Interpersonal, Communication

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Bachelor of Education,
Engineering,
Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology),
Business,
English,
Math

Number of positions: 50-75

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system

Application method: Students can either bring their resumes to the event

How to prepare: Students can prepare by having questions about the program and the volunteer position. Interested students can leave their contact information with me at the event for follow-up.

Yorktown Family Services - Youth Mentorship Program

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The Youth Mentorship Program at Yorktown Family Services provides mentees between the ages of 12-25 with access to a consistent, caring adult (Mentor) who supports them in achieving goals and outcomes related to employment/entrepreneurship, educational achievement and/or civic engagement/leadership. It is our goal to support youth (Mentees) towards making healthy and safe life choices, increase their resiliency, and assist the progress towards identified goals.

Website: http://www.yorktownfamilyservices.com/child-and-family-centre/youth-mentorship-program/

Recruiting for: Volunteer Mentors

Skills: Mentor Requirements/Qualification: 1. Be over the age of 18 2. Vulnerable Police Reference Check Clearance (VSS) 3. Enjoy interacting, engaging, and encouraging youth 4. Good Listening skills 5. Commitment to the role (minimum 12 months, estimated 3 hours weekly) 6. Complete pre-screening process (application, interview, references, assessment etc.)

Number of positions: 30

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system

Application method: email/in-person

How to prepare: We will be bringing application forms they can fill out. The application forms can also be done online.

WWF-Canada

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WWF-Canada is the country’s largest international conservation organization, with the active support of hundreds of thousands of Canadians. We connect the power of a strong global network to on-the-ground conservation efforts across the nation.

Our mission is to reverse the decline of wildlife by working toward:
- All freshwater ecosystems and the wildlife that depend on them in good condition.
- Healthy marine ecosystems on all three coasts.
- A vibrant and ecologically sound future for the Arctic.
- Resilient communities across the country that enhance nature

Website: http://www.wwf.ca

Recruiting for: To be determined - we will be reaching out to all internal managers approximately one month before to determine what positions are currently available at that time. Anticipated volunteer positions will likely fall within the below areas: 1) Donor Relations 2) Legacy Giving 3) Event volunteers 4) Event coordinators

Skills: - ability to learn new tasks quickly - passion for the environment - eager to learn new skills - bilingualism is a plus (but not mandatory!)

Number of positions: 20-200

Where positions are posted: On WWF-Canada's website

Application method: Directly on our website - please no paper copies (we are a paperless department)

How to prepare: Talk to us about what their interests are and how they would like to ideally contribute their skills. If current opportunities are not available or do not exist, we will look into potential of creating opportunities.

Warden Woods Community Centre

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At Warden Woods, our many diverse
programmes and services, community
projects and special events offer
something for everyone.

For over 40 years, we have worked to
build caring, compassionate,
interdependent and just communities
in southwest Scarborough.

Our dedicated staff and volunteers
provide over 50 programmes and
services for all ages.

Website: http://www.wardenwoods.com/

Recruiting for: Program assistants (e.g. Meals on Wheels, Community Development), Program workers (e.g. afterschool programs), Administrative assistants (e.g. reception)

Skills: Team Workers; Flexibility; Problem Solving; Able to provide consistent customer experience; Positive attitude; Community-focused.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Work; Children, Childhood & Youth; Health & Society;

Number of positions: 5-10

Where positions are posted: On our website, although if a student has a particular interest that isn’t posted, we can look into accommodating a specific placement. www.wardenwoods.com/volunteer-positions

Application method: Application form; they will then be invited to an interview (phone or group) and if successful will be asked to complete documentation for a police reference check (if supporting vulnerable groups – children/ seniors).

How to prepare: Understand what area they want to volunteer in and why. Being able to chat about their experience and their motivations is the only thing they need to bring with them.

Transcare Community Support Services

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Transcare is a charitable not for profit corporation. We provide home and community support services for people who need assistance due to illness, convalescence, disability, or functional limitations related to aging.

Website: http://www.tcare.ca

Recruiting for: Meals on Wheels drivers Community Dining Helpers Outdoor Maintenance Telephone Reassurance Friendly Visitors

Skills: Caring, patient and kind individuals who have and want to work with seniors. Our clientele are elderly or clients with functional limitations due to aging.

Number of positions: 10-12

Where positions are posted: York Career Centre and www.tcare.ca

How to prepare: I will have a standard volunteer application with me but a resume is also helpful

St. Felix Centre

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St. Felix Centre was formally established in 1993 (renovated in 1999) and became a registered charity in 2003.

Today St Felix Centre is a multi-service community centre located in Downtown Toronto that serves a wide range of clients including adults, seniors, recent immigrants and individuals who are experiencing poverty, trauma, violence, abuse, malnutrition, mental illness, addiction and homelessness.

Website: https://www.stfelixcentre.ca/

Recruiting for: 1. Social Support- Meals Program 2. Clothing Bank Program

Skills: Clothing Bank • Follow hygiene and grooming rules • Under the direction of the program manager distribute clothes and toiletries as required. • Receive clothing, organize and catalogue what we have. • Work with social support workers who identify specific needs of individuals. • Keep records of clothes and toiletries distributed. • Take notes of the items which are not in stock and place orders. • Work cheerfully, quickly and in a team with other volunteers. Meals Program • To greet and serve meals to the guests; • Work together with supervisors to ensure all guests are “checked in” and to share the load of dealing with people who need the most time and attention; • Greet guests, seat them, and engage with them in a friendly and helpful way; • Where possible provide help, information and guidance to guests. This may include advice on getting clothes or supplies or in providing a referral or advice on how to get other services; • Maintain control of the dining room to ensure safety and comfort of all; Ensure that staff are aware of any incidents or situation that arise during the meal program; • After the meal is over (and as it's ending) help to organize tables, clean, sweep the dining room etc.

Number of positions: 20

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system

Application method: Fill out copies of St. Felix Centre volunteer application and send them through email or at the event.

How to prepare: Bring resumes

SPRINT Senior Care

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We began caring for seniors and enabling seniors to care for themselves in 1983. We continue to do so today as an accredited, not-for-profit community support service agency in Toronto by offering a wide range of practical and low-cost services to seniors and their caregivers. Our services help seniors stay safe, connected, and live as independently as possible.

Website: http://www.sprintseniorcare.org/

Recruiting for: We will be recruitment volunteers primarily for our Meals on Wheels program, where volunteers will be delivering and/or running meals. We also have numerous opportunities, including but not limited to: Meals on Wheels food preparation, activity and program support, friendly visiting, fitness assistant, office support and student placement opportunities.

Number of positions: 10

Where positions are posted: Volunteer Toronto and SPRINT Senior Care website

Application method: Online Applications, SPRINT Will be providing this information.

How to prepare: Be familiar with SPRINT Senior Care and the services that we offer the community. Come with a smile, a positive attitude and an interest in helping seniors.

Society of Sharing: Inner-City Volunteers

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Society of Sharing: Inner-City Volunteers is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to serving seniors and adults with disabilities living alone in downtown Toronto. We recruit and train volunteers who provide Friendly Visiting, Medical and Shopping Escort, Group Socialization, Caregiver Relief, and Telephone Reassurance.

Website: http://www.societyofsharing.org

Recruiting for: Friendly Visitors, Medical and Shopping Escort

Skills: Good interpersonal communication skills; Good organizational skills; Comfortable spending time with seniors; Willing to commit at least 6 months to 1 year

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social work; Social services; Education; Sociology

Number of positions: 20

Where positions are posted: www.societyofsharing.org

Application method: Email resume to vrts@societyofsharing.org

How to prepare: Bring resume

St John Ambulance

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St. John Ambulance is proud to deliver reliable and sustainable community services in accordance with the organization’s mission. These services are provided by trained volunteers who recognize and respond to community-based health and safety needs. St. John’s nationally recognized core community service programs include:

First Aid Response Services »
Trained volunteers provide first aid services at community gatherings, sporting and recreational events.

​​Youth Services »
Young Canadians are given the opportunity to learn first aid and volunteer in their communities, fostering their personal development and commitment to service.

Website: http://www.sja.ca

Recruiting for: Medical first Responders, Youth Services leadership and Ambassadors

Skills: A willingness to learn, ability to lead a small group, basic knowledge of First Aid

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

We are open to candidates from all fields although our programs have a large focus on medical response

Number of positions: 50

Where positions are posted: We will be posting on Volunteer Toronto and other volunteer job boards

Application method: Interested candidates can fill out an application here

How to prepare: Bring any questions you may have about our organization and volunteer opportunities. We will direct all application to go through https://goo.gl/forms/DlsFLuyYXKaY2vln2

Project Next of Kin Family Violence Support Services

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Project Next of Kin Family Violence Support Services provides child and youth care alternatives for families impacted by multiple forms of violence. We are a not for profit, volunteer based organization based in the Greater Toronto Area.

Website: http://www.projectnextofkin.com

Recruiting for: Intake Co-Ordinators, Family Service/Childminders

Skills: Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the issues related to multiple forms of interpersonal, community and structural violence and the impact on parents, children, youth and their networks. Demonstrated acknowledgement of the operation and existence of multiple forms of oppression. Excellent problem solving, conflict resolution and decision making skills. Demonstrated knowledge of community resources within the Greater Toronto Area.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Work (or any helping profession intersecting with Violence Against Women sector), Early Childhood Education, Business Marketing

Number of positions: 15

Where positions are posted: www.projectnextofkin.com

Application method: Bring resume to event

How to prepare: Bring resume, smile, open mind and heart.

The Peer Project - Youth Assisting Youth

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The Peer Project | Youth Assisting Youth is dedicated to investing in the leaders of tomorrow and transforming the lives of at-risk and newcomer youth through the power of mentorship. For over 40 years, we’ve paired volunteer young adult mentors aged 16-29, with youth ages 6-15 to engage in activities aimed to develop mind, body, character, and leadership skills. Our charity connects volunteers to enriched mentorship experiences that profoundly impact the most vulnerable youth and their families in communities across the Greater Toronto and York Region.

Website: http://www.thepeerproject.com

Recruiting for: Peer Mentoring and outreach

Number of positions: 100

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system

How to prepare: They should have at least 5 mins to spare and be willing to listen

PLASP Child Care Services

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PLASP Child Care Services was established in 1975 and is a not-for-profit, community-based, charitable organization. PLASP provides care and early learning to more than 17,000 children from over 12,000 families annually.

PLASP's before and after school programs are located in over 220 locations in Toronto and Peel Region. Programs for school age and kindergarten children can include before school, lunch, after school, P.A. Day and holiday camps.

PLASP operates 26 Early Learning and Child Care Centres in Mississauga and Brampton that offer full day care, catering to infants, toddlers and preschool children up to 5 years of age.

Recruiting for: We will be recruiting for volunteers in our after school programs.

Number of positions: 25-30

Where positions are posted: On our website www.plasp.com

Application method: By registering on www.plasp.com

How to prepare: Visit our website to get an understanding of our services and programs.

Youth Without Shelter

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Youth Without Shelter (YWS) is an emergency residence and referral agency serving homeless youth. We are dedicated to providing shelter and support programs for homeless youth ages 16­-24. We provide an independent shelter, committed to diverse client ­focused services, in a safe, non­judgmental environment. Our programs enable youth to live responsibly and independently in society.

Website: http://www.yws.on.ca/

Recruiting for: We will be looking for volunteers who would be interested in a number of different ways to contribute whether this be onsite or offsite initiatives. For onsite initiatives such as serving a meal or tutor please note that there is an age restriction.

Skills: There are countless ways to contribute and get involved in helping support our shelter. Skills vary by opportunity - tutoring, for example. However, above all, we are looking for volunteers with a commitment to social justice and those who are incentivized in making a change in their community.

Number of positions: TBD

Where positions are posted: YWS provides access to some information regarding volunteering on our website at www.yws.on.ca or through our various social media channels.

Application method: We encourage all interested individuals to reach out to the YWS Engagement Specialist for further details and logistics of applying.

How to prepare: Note for those interested in tutoring at the shelter: We do ask all onsite volunteers to be the minimum age of 25. If you are interested in becoming a tutor, please feel free to bring a resume and your contact information. For any other inquiries, we ask that students and prospective volunteers stop by to say hello!

Yellow Brick House

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Right now, and every single day, there are families here rebuilding their lives. Every woman’s story with Yellow Brick House begins with the courage to leave a dangerous—even deadly—home. They share stories of terror, despair, and tears. But the real story of Yellow Brick House is about empowering women and children to rebuild their lives and we give a voice to the untold stories of violence in our community, raising awareness about the need for change, and moving our community forward to end of violence against women and kids.

Website: http://www.yellowbrickhouse.org

Recruiting for: Childcare, Lead Volunteers, sorting donations, donation pickup, Community Engagement

Skills: Reliable, good communication skills, leadership skills, passion

Number of positions: 10-15

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system and our website

Application method: Online through our website at www.yellowbrickhouse.org

How to prepare: Bring resume, have basic knowledge YBH

University Health Network

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Our volunteer resources teams across our 4 hospitals (on 7 sites) provide our patients, families, visitors and staff with assistance and services to help augment the efforts of caring and busy professional staff. If you are a caring, positive and helpful individual seeking an exciting opportunity, then come and join the health care team at UHN.

Website: https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/ways-help/Volunteering_UHN/Pages/default.aspx

Recruiting for: Clinical Patient Support, Inpatient Support, Specialized Patient Support, Administrative Support, General Patient and Family Support, Rehab Therapy Support

Skills: Attention to Detail, Proactive and Resourceful, Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills, Able to take direction but also able to work independently, Good interpersonal skills, caring and friendly, and able to interact with patients and visitors.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Health care related fields

Number of positions: 300

Where positions are posted: Current positions are posted internally to current UHN volunteers but the opportunities available can be viewed on our website: https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/ways-help/Volunteering_UHN/Pages/how_to_become_a_volunteer.aspx

Application method: Online via our website: https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/ways-help/Volunteering_UHN/Pages/how_to_become_a_volunteer.aspx

How to prepare: Come with questions! We do not accept paper applications or resumes. There will be a sign up sheet available if they wish to request more information.

Working Women Community Centre/ On Your Mark Academic Support Program

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Coordinated by the Working Women Community Centre, the On Your Mark Academic Support Program provides one-to-one and small group tutoring for students of Portuguese and Spanish-speaking heritage in elementary and high school, and has been specifically geared to those who are struggling with literacy and numeracy standards for their grade level and attending special education support services. This program also addresses drop-out prevention and encourages the pursuit of post-secondary education.

Website: http://www.workingwomencc.org

Recruiting for: Volunteer Tutors and Volunteer Site Supervisor

Skills: For both volunteer positions: - Student or graduate of a secondary or post-secondary institution - Excellent communication skills in English: Majority of tutoring sessions are to help students who are below grade level in reading and writing. (Knowledge of Portuguese and/or Spanish is an asset but NOT mandatory). - Ability and interest in helping students in all or some areas of reading, writing and math (Volunteers have the opportunity to specify the subject areas they prefer to teach.) - Interest in the field of education and/or social services. - Some experience working with children and/or youth at the elementary and/or high school level is an asset.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Education, English language, English literature, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, Teaching Strategies for English Language Learners

Number of positions: 50+

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system, Indeed.ca, Volunteer Toronto website.

Application method: Yes, the students should bring their resumé. They can also complete in advance the application forms available at: Volunteer Tutor: drive.google.com/open?id=1lYrabBFShZopoW0rkrROs7NMZCrDd9WT Volunteer Site Supervisor:https://drive.google.com/open?id=1LKgiV7B1xCn7YPn6WuOqgNU3EG7F93io

Special Olympics Ontario

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Celebrating Special Olympics 50 anniversary with the inaugural 2019 Special Olympics Ontario Invitational Youth Games! 2,500 student-athletes and their coaches from around the world unite in Toronto, May 14-17, 2019.

Website: http://www.youthgames2019.com

Recruiting for: Administrative, sports, media, marketing, health, photography/videography etc.

Number of positions: 100

Where positions are posted: youthgames2019.com

Application method: Apply Online: www.youthgames2019.com Registration opens November 1

How to prepare: Bring business cards, resumes

WoodGreen Community Services

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WoodGreen is one of the largest social service agencies in Toronto. A founding United Way of Toronto member agency, WoodGreen has grown to span 36 locations and serves 37,000 people each year.

The Community Connections program supports newcomers to adapt, settle and integrate into Canadian society and the workplace through various types of activities. These activities include Professional Mentorship, English Conversation Circles (ECC), Group Activities, Networking Events and Seminars.

Website: http://woodgreen.org

Recruiting for: Professional Mentors in Accounting/Finance, Office Administration, Information Technology, Project Management, Education, Marketing, Advertising, Communications. English Conversation Circle Facilitators and Tutors for English, Special Projects and Workshop Facilitators

Number of positions: ongoing

Where positions are posted: Volunteer toronto

Application method: Bring resume to event

How to prepare: Bring resume

Volunteer Toronto

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Volunteer Toronto is Canada’s largest volunteer centre with over 40 years of experience connecting volunteers to the organizations that need them. Our services empower local volunteers to find opportunities that make a positive difference in their community. Through in-person and online training, we also educate and help non-profit organizations and community groups run successful volunteer programs. If you are looking TO volunteer or looking FOR volunteers in Toronto, we are the place to start!

Website: http://www.volunteertoronto.ca

Recruiting for: We are the hub for over 600 non-profit organizations across Toronto, and will provide information about how to find volunteer postings on our comprehensive database and tips to support the application process.

Number of positions: 200

Where positions are posted: We will bring our laptop and show students how to access a variety of opportunities.

Application method: Each posting provides the preferred application process.

How to prepare: Have an understanding of the kinds of opportunities they are looking for and/or their areas of interest.

Toronto Public Library

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Toronto Public Library will be recognized as the world's leading library by informing and inspiring Toronto and its communities, making us all more resilient, more knowledgeable, more connected and more successful.
Leading to Reading is a literacy-based program that assists children in Grades 1-6 who are struggling with reading.
Through the assistance of adult and teen volunteers, the Leading to Reading program strives to turn reading and learning into a fun and positive experience.

Website: http://www.tpl.ca/ltr

Recruiting for: Leading to Reading Volunteers (One on one reading and writing help), Youth Hub.

Skills: Excellent Oral and Written Skills in English, interest in working with elementary age group children one on one

Number of positions: 50

Where positions are posted: www.tpl.ca/ltr

Application method: Complete an application (available online and at the event)

How to prepare: Meet with a program representative

William Osler Health System

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William Osler Health System is a full service hospital system that serves 1.3 million residences of Brampton, North Etobicoke and surrounding communities within the Central West Local Health Integration Network. Osler’s Emergency departments are among the busiest in Ontario and its’ labour and delivery program is one of the largest in Canada.

Thinking about volunteering?

You’ve come to the right place. Our volunteers support our patients, visitors and staff, and help to provide a welcoming, caring environment for everyone who enters our doors.

We have many interesting and rewarding opportunities – we hope you will join us!

Website: http://www.williamoslerhs.ca

Recruiting for: Volunteer roles providing support to patients and families at Etobicoke General Hospital, Brampton Civic Hospital and Peel Memorial Centre. for example, Day Surgery units, Emergency Department, Diagnostic Imaging, Lobby Connections, physiotherapy, Hospital Elder Life Program and much more!

Skills: Applicants should be: *available for a regular shift of 2-4 hours every week *able to commit to 60 hours of volunteering *willing to attend interview, orientation and training *willing to improve the overall experience of patients, family, staff and physicians by delivering Service Excellence

Number of positions: 200+

Where positions are posted: Students can view them via our website http://www.williamoslerhs.ca

How to prepare: Bring your questions about volunteering at William Osler Health System and we will be happy to answer!

Ride to Conquer Cancer

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Over the course of 2 days you will be riding 200km from Toronto to Niagara Falls on an epic journey. Since 2008, The Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer has raised over $194 million for the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and is Canada’s largest cycling fundraiser.

Website: https://ride.conquercancer.ca/toronto19/

Recruiting for: There are numerous volunteer positions that are available depending on what participation type you choose! There are road based teams, camp based teams, speciality teams and more! I will be bringing a list of positions with me.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Generally speaking most of our roles do not require specific skills and individuals can be trained on the job.

Number of positions: 500

Where positions are posted: These opportunities are posted online under our crew and volunteer page: ride.conquercancer.ca/toronto19/rider-hub/crew-and-volunteer/

Application method: Information will be given at event.

How to prepare: Bring business cards

Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services

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The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS) helps build resilient and inclusive communities sustained by the economic and civic contributions of all Ontarians. The Youth Justice Services Division of MCCSS provides programs and services for youth between the ages of 12 and 17 in conflict with the law . The Youth Justice Volunteer Program (YJVP) enhances Youth Justice Services through actively involving young persons in conflict with the law in a variety of evidence based programming. The Youth Justice Program:

• Involves the community in the rehabilitation and reintegration of the young person.

• Utilizes the special skills of volunteers matched to learning styles and abilities of young persons.

• Provides opportunities for positive relationships between young persons and volunteers.

• Improves young person’s use of leisure activities by involving them with community resources.

• Assists the young person in developing life skills, social skills, and interpersonal relationships.

• Assists young persons to comply with community related court orders.

• Assists in reducing the rate of recidivism with young persons.

Website: https://www.211toronto.ca/detail/en/79459

Recruiting for: Facilitation in the following areas: - Group - Individual - Skills

Skills: - Presentation skills - Oral Communication skills - written skills

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

No - All programs and /or disciplines are welcomed.

Number of positions: 30

Where positions are posted: No formal posting due to recent changes in Government. Contact information for coordinators will be provided.

Application method: Via email at TorontoYJVP@ontario.ca

How to prepare: No preparation required as all required information will be requested on the application once an expression of interest has been received.

Nanny Angel Network

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nannyangelnetwork.com/get-involved

Website: http://nannyangelnetwork.com

Recruiting for: NAN offers rewarding volunteer positions for skilled childcare providers who are looking to make a difference. Nanny Angels provide free, specialized in-home relief childcare for mothers with cancer, for those requiring palliative care, and for families requiring additional relief during the bereavement period. As a potential volunteer, you’ll have a love of children and a commitment to providing excellent, dependable childcare for mothers with cancer.

Skills: Who you are: • a professional with at least one year of recent childcare experience or a student who is at least 18 years old and is currently registered in a childcare focused program • available to provide 4 hours of childcare a week • have valid CPR/First Aid Training and a current vulnerable sector Police Check

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Children's Studies
Education
Health studies
Psychology
Social Work

Number of positions: 20

Where positions are posted: Nanny Angel Network website,

Application method: complete the registration at: nanapply.com/

How to prepare: CV

Markham Wesley Centre

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The mission of Markham Wesley Centre is to enhance individual lives, to promote cultural harmony, the overall community well-being and to serve the diverse communities of Markham and the surrounding neighborhoods through multi-service development and community partnership.

Website: http://www.markhamwesley.com

Recruiting for: Office assistance, front desk receptionist and special event volunteers.

Skills: Customer services, interpersonal, communication, office administration skills.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Business administration, commerce, recreation, etc.

Number of positions: 20

Where positions are posted: Our website http://www.markhamwesley.com & York's job posting system

Application method: Contact Volunteer Development Coordinator.

How to prepare: Bring resumé (optional)

March of Dimes Canada

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We provide programs and services to adults with aphasia and related acquired
communication disabilities with the goal to:
Improve communication
Enhance quality of life
Support independence
Encourage participation in community life
Provide communicative access

Website: http://www.marchofdimes.ca/acdp

Recruiting for: Communication Program Volunteer - Provide support to adults with aphasia and related acquired communication disabilities.

Skills: Patience, Strong Communication Skills, Positive and Friendly, Ability to take initiative, Willingness to learn and apply supportive communication strategies

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Linguistics,
Psychology,
Social Work

Number of positions: 20

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system & March of Dimes Website

How to prepare: Please learn about our program and clients by visiting our website: www.marchofdimes.ca/acdp

Live Green Toronto Volunteers

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The Live Green Toronto Volunteer program offers a unique opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to get involved in the greening of Toronto, learn about environmental issues, and connect with others with similar interests.

Website: http://www.livegreentoronto.ca

Recruiting for: Live Green Toronto Volunteer

Skills: You must live, work or study in the City of Toronto. Be at least 14 years of age. A keen interest in local environmental issues. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Customer service, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work as part of a team. Ability to speak a language other than English is an asset.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Environmental Studies
Environmental Science
Geography
Planning

Number of positions: Ongoing

Where positions are posted: Toronto.ca

Application method: Online

How to prepare: No preperation necessary

Homes First Society

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Our mission is provide affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options.

Website: http://www.homesfirst.on.ca

Recruiting for: General Shelter Assistance, Cooks/Kitchen Asst., Donation Room Organizers, Event Assistance, Program Facilitators, Admin. Asst., Dish Washers,

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Community/Social Services Programs, Health Care, Culinary, Addictions Counselling, HR, Health Aesthetics

Number of positions: 10

Where positions are posted: We will have physical handouts, Our website, Volunteertoronto.ca, Charityvillage.ca

How to prepare: Bring resumes and cover letters, business Cards are a plus, bring a positive attitude

Easter Seals Ontario

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For the past 95 years, Easter Seals has played an important role in providing support for children and youth with physical disabilities. Thanks to our generous donors, we continue to offer programs that allow kids to experience freedom, independence and a sense of accomplishment. For families, Easter Seals is somewhere to turn for help when they need it.

Easter Seals helps kids BE KIDS.

Website: http://www.easterseals.org/

Recruiting for: Event Volunteers

Number of positions: 20

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system

Application method: Email: hr@easterseals.org

How to prepare: Bring resume

City of Toronto

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The 3Rs Ambassador Program engages volunteers in apartments, condos and co-ops to help promote the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle). Ambassadors can tailor waste reduction programs to suit their building and other residents

Website: https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/get-involved/volunteer-with-the-city/3rs-ambassador-volunteer/

Recruiting for: Students living in multi residential buildings

Number of positions: 20

Where positions are posted: Website

Application method: Apply online Or sign up in person at the fair.

How to prepare: Come as you are

City of Toronto Cultural Events

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The City Cultural Events Department produces several major events, inclusive cultural programs and celebrations to highlight the vibrancy and diversity of Toronto, attract tourism and promote local and national artists. This includes Nuit Blanche, Doors Open Toronto, Canada Day and more!

Website: https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/

Recruiting for: Events based volunteer positions both front facing and behind the scenes

Number of positions: 300

Where positions are posted: Handouts are available, online once volunteers complete an application they can view the opportunities in depth.

Application method: Complete an in person interview at the session then we will provide the link to an application form.

How to prepare: No prep needed

Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association

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Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association aims to ensure that seniors and people in need can enjoy a high quality of life in their communities. We strive to maximize well-being through a range of social, health care, and supportive services delivered through an integrated model of care.

Website: http://www.carefirstontario.ca

Recruiting for: Senior Caring, Support, Activity Services Office & Technical Support Youth Club Opportunities

Number of positions: As many as possible

Application method: E-mail personal details to volunteer@carefirstontario.ca or call (416) 572-3824

How to prepare: No preparation needed

GreenPAC

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GreenPAC is a non-partisan, non-profit organization that helps elect environmental candidates. We identify strong, winnable environmental leaders running for office from all major parties, and then drive donations of time and money to their campaigns to help them win.

Website: http://www.greenpac.ca

Recruiting for: Research volunteer: Follow research guidelines and help us identify which candidates are strong environmental leaders in the upcoming federal election. Translation volunteer: Help translate our English content to French, with the possibility of assisting with more comms work if desired.

Number of positions: 2

Where positions are posted: On greenpac.ca and Career Centre's online job posting system

Application method: On our website: greenpac.ca/volunteer

How to prepare: No preparation needed

Jake's House

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Primarily through events and programming, we strive to empower children; offer caregivers support and respite; raise awareness; share resources; and build a close-knit community. We are dedicated to delivering assistance to those who need it right now, but we are also determined to establish a support system that will last beyond our lifetimes.

Website: http://www.jakeshosue.ca

Recruiting for: Looking for volunteers for our Jake's House Legends Mentoring Program. This program seeks to match a caring and understanding mentor and a child with autism to provide mentorship and friendship.

Skills: Someone who is caring, understanding, patient and above all else, willing to help.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Anyone in educational programs like ECE, but we are willing to speak with anyone who wants to be a mentor regardless of educational background.

Number of positions: 25-100

Where positions are posted: They are posted on our website, Jakeshouse.ca

Application method: Through the website: Jakeshouse.ca

How to prepare: Resume and business cards.

Malvern Family Resource Centre

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Malvern Family Resource Centre is a multi-service social service agency providing a variety of programs and services to residents in the Scarborough North and Scarborough Rouge Park ridings.

This agency has been in the community for the past thirty-five years and has experienced steady growth to keep up with the needs of the community. It is an agency with a reputation for integrity, quality programs and services, qualified and dedicated personnel, and committed funders

Website: http://www.mfrc.org

Recruiting for: Volunteers at the Malvern Family Resource Centre play an integral role in helping to provide social recreational and educational programs and services that promote the well being of the community. Volunteer opportunities are available in all of our departments: Early Years, Middle Years, Youth, Newcomer & Settlement, Women, Seniors and ANC (Action for Neighbourhood Change).

Skills: We are looking for a wide variety of skills and experiences from volunteers

Number of positions: 25-30

Application method: To apply for any volunteer positions with Malvern Family Resource Centre, it is a requirement to attend our volunteer orientation. Please reserve a place by calling 416-281-1376 ext. 0.

How to prepare: Stop by and say hello and staff will provide information and specific details

Habitat for Humanity GTA

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Founded in 1988, Habitat GTA is a nonprofit housing organization that believes everyone deserves a safe and decent place to live. We mobilize communities to help working, lower income families build strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership. With the help of volunteers, donors, and community partners, we have built more than 360 homes for families, including over 1,300 children, in need of safe, decent, and affordable housing.

Website: http://www.habitatgta.ca

Recruiting for: ReStore Volunteer, build volunteer, Procurement/office volunteer, Deconstruction volunteer, Events volunteers

Skills: No experience required, just willingness to learn and somewhat physically fit.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Non profit management, interior design, retail management

Number of positions: 50+

Where positions are posted: Indeed, Habitatgta.ca, Charityvillage

Application method: Email: volunteer@habitatgta.ca

Girl Guides of Canada

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Girl Guides of Canada (GGC) is a volunteer led organization that provides programming for girls, both cis and transgender. GGC is a place where girls are empowered to take the lead, seek new challenges, find their voice, discover how they can make a difference in their world, make friends, find a sense of belonging and be proud of who they are; all in a safe, supportive, inclusive space.

Website: https://www.girlguides.ca/web/

Recruiting for: Unit Guider Treasurer Cookie Orderer

Skills: A few of the below in each individual (not expecting all of them in one person!): Experience working with children and youth Tailoring your approach to different individuals’ needs Public speaking Facilitation and workshop delivery Leadership Mentorship Providing motivation and inspiration Budgeting and financial planning Event planning and execution Teamwork Inter-generational collaboration Time management Organization and prioritization Record keeping Identifying and negotiating with service providers (i.e. campsite rentals, guest presenters) Risk management

Number of positions: 5-20

Where positions are posted: Interested students can apply via www.girlguides.ca/web/GGC/Volunteers/Interested_in_Volunteering/GGC/Volunteers/Interested_In_Volunteering/Interested_In_Volunteering.aspx

How to prepare: Just bring yourself and any questions you have about what we do at Girl Guides and how a Guider helps with this!

Distress Centres

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24/7 telephone-based emotional support, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention services. We also provide voice, chat, and text suicide prevention through our partnership in the Canada Suicide Prevention Service. Programs include outbound calls to seniors who are are lonely, isolated, face major health challenges, etc. In addition, our Traumatic Loss Survivor Support Program provides face-to-face support to people who have lost a family member or friend to suicide or homicide. Programs are delivered by volunteers after extensive training. Volunteers are trained, supervised, and supported by professional staff.

Website: http://www.torontodistresscentre.com

Recruiting for: 1. 408-HELP Line: 24/7 emotional support, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention. 2. Traumatic Loss Survivor Support Program: face-to-face support to people who have lost a family member or friend to suicide or homicide

Skills: Attentive listening; ability to convey empathy; emotional maturity; calmness; good judgement; non-judgemental attitude; patience; reliability; acceptance of diversity. Applicants must also have very good verbal English skills (speaking and comprehension).

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Emergency communications, firefighting, medicine, nursing, paramedics, policing, psychology, social work and teaching would be among the most relevant, but applicants from all disciplines are very welcome.

Number of positions: Unlimited

Where positions are posted: Our website: www.torontodistresscentre.com

Application method: Complete application on Distress Centres website.

How to prepare: Bring questions!

360°kids Support Services

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360°kids is a non profit organization supporting homeless and at risk youth in York Region. We provide wrap around support to youth in crisis with housing programs, counseling support, employment programs and more.

Website: http://www.360kids.ca

Recruiting for: General volunteers, Program support, Lifeskills workshop volunteers (yoga, meditation, art, fitness classes, financial literacy, etc), Event ambassadors, Youth Ambassadors

Skills: Good rapport with youth, Current VSS, Experience working with at-risk youth is an asset, Has a specific skill set to teach (financial literally, yoga etc), Ability to engage youth

Number of positions: Ongoing

Where positions are posted: https://www.360kids.ca

Application method: On our website, under the volunteer section.

How to prepare: Bring resume if possible

Canada Revenue Agency

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Want to help people in your community? Do you have a basic understanding of income tax? Volunteer with a community organization to help people by doing their taxes!

With the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP), you’ll be helping thousands of people get the benefits they’re entitled to.

Website: http://www.canada.ca/taxes-volunteer

Recruiting for: Coordinators, Tax preparers, Greeters, Appointment takers

Number of positions: 1000

Where positions are posted: www.canada.ca/taxes-volunteer

How to prepare: Come interested in helping others!

Kensington Health

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Kensington Health is one of the most unique, non-profit, health and community care organizations in Canada. We provide a range of services including long-term, hospice, community care, cancer screening, ophthalmology, and eye tissue processing. Kensington Foundation supports cutting-edge research and education in medical, surgical and health-related services.

At Kensington Health, we are committed to providing our patients, residents, clients, their families and caregivers the best health care services and experiences.

Website: https://www.kensingtonhealth.org/Home.aspx

Recruiting for: Hospice: Resident Care, Kitchen, Music Care, Reception Long Term Care: Feeding Assistant, Friendly Visiting, Program Assistant, Pastoral Care, Reception, Cafe Community Care: Medical Escorts, Friendly Visiting, Program Assistant, Transportation Assistant, Meal Assistant Medical Building: Greeter, Post-op and family reunification (from waiting room)

Skills: Open mind, willing to learn

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Nursing, Social Work, Kinesiology, Nutrition/Dietitian, Faculty of Health, Art, Music, Event Management

Number of positions: 50+

Where positions are posted: Our website: www.kensingtonhealth.org

Application method: Through our website would be best.

How to prepare: Bring an open mind and contact information

Hawthorne Place Care Centre

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Hawthorne Place Care Centre is a long term care home to over 250 residents, located at Finch and 400. We are looking to recruit volunteers to assist with programs such as entertainment, socials, special events, bingo, art, music, one to one visiting and much more! If you are looking to make a difference in someones life, please consider joining our volunteer team!

Website: http://www.hawthorneplacecarecentre.ca/

Recruiting for: Assisting with large group, small group or 1:1 programming. Arts and Crafts, Trivia, Bingo, Bowling, Entertainment, Reading, Sing-a-longs etc. Whatever your passion is, we can tailor a volunteer positon to suit you and our residents interests.

Skills: Looking for individuals who are compassionate, empathetic, good listeners with an interest in the elderly.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Recreation related, Nursing, Physio, Social Work etc.

Number of positions: 10

Where positions are posted: Currently, there is a posting on the York University Career Centre. You may also find our ads on Indeed.

How to prepare: Please bring resumes and 2 references

Alzheimer Society of Toronto

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The role of the Alzheimer Society of Toronto is to offer support, information and education to people with dementia, their families and their caregivers, to increase public awareness of dementia, to promote research, and to advocate for services that respect the dignity of the individual. We require volunteer support for short and long-term opportunities! Join AST for an opportunity to offer your skills and experience in a meaningful way.

Website: http://www.alz.to/

Recruiting for: Program Support, Walk for Memories Event, Memory Ball Gala Event, Administration Support, Marketing, Simulation Program Support & Communications Assistant and the Music Project Program

Skills: This is program specific but in general, we look for people who enjoy working with others, are comfortable initiating conversation and including others. People who are patient, friendly and fun; comfortable in a non-competitive, inclusive environment. Ideally, some experience communicating with older adults

Number of positions: 200

Where positions are posted: www.alzheimertoronto.wufoo.com/forms/z1vvvyg61dtehm3/

How to prepare: All applicants will be required to submit a volunteer application, attend an in-person interview and provide two references to be contacted by the Manager of Volunteer Services. Applicants must also agree to a background check (background checks not required for all positions).

Mackenzie Health

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Partnering with other Central LHIN hospitals, Mackenize Health will be opening 30 alternative level care (ALC) beds at the new Reactivation Care Centre located at 2111 Finch Ave. W. in December 2017. Patients transferred to this new site will be receiving enhanced activation and recreation therapy. We are now looking for volunteers who are interested in moving to this new site. You will remain a Mackenzie Health Volunteer with all its privileges and responsibilities.

Website: http://www.mackenziehealth.ca

Skills: - the ability to work as part of a diverse team - leadership - problem solving - communicating with clients and stakeholders - ability to plan and prioritize work - time management - professionalism - great work ethic - organized - able to follow instructions - problem solving skills - creativity

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

- speech language pathology
- nursing
- social work
- kinesiology
- recreational thereapy
- cognitive behavioural therapy

Number of positions: 15-20

Where positions are posted: http://www.mackenziehealth.ca

Application method: Interested students should visit our website (www.mackenziehealth.ca) where they will find an apply now button under the volunteer section. They will then be redirected to our volunteer portal where they can apply and upload their resumes there.

How to prepare: Have any questions you might have about the new site ready for us to answer.

Crohn's and Colitis Canada

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Crohn’s and Colitis Canada is the only national, volunteer-based charity focused on finding the cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and improving the lives of children and adults affected by these diseases.

Website: http://www.crohnsandcolitis.ca/

Recruiting for: Committee executive roles and event day volunteers

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Event planning, marketing, health sciences

Number of positions: 25

Where positions are posted: Charity Village and York job posting portal

Application method: Please bring resumes

How to prepare: Please bring resumes

Bereaved Families of Ontario-Halton-Peel

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MISSION STATEMENT:
We are the bereaved helping the bereaved learn to live with grief.

VISION:
To empower grieving individuals and families by providing inclusive mutual support programs, fostering hope and healing, and educating the public to help reduce the stigma of grief and bereavement.

Website: http://www.bereavedfamilies.ca

Recruiting for: Volunteer Group Facilitators

Skills: Our Group Facilitators lead open and closed support groups for individuals who have experienced a loss; they provide compassion and understanding in a non judgmental environment.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Open to all programs

Number of positions: 10

Application method: Bring a resume or email resume to volunteering@bereavedfamilies.ca

How to prepare: Bring a resume

Punjabi Community Health Services

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PCHS's mandate is to provide health, settlement and social services to improve the quality of life of individuals, families and diverse communities. We are in partnership with Social Services Network for the Youth Ambassador Project, where we are looking to help youth with mental health concerns in the York region.

Website: http://pchs4u.com

Recruiting for: We are looking for Youth Ambassadors, ages 18-24, who are interested in helping youth in the York region. We are looking for volunteers who will engage the community and are willing to work on a mental health forum for this project.

Skills: Volunteers must be professional and have good communication skills. Willing to learn about mental health and must attend training sessions and monthly meetings.

Number of positions: 20

Where positions are posted: The York University Career Centre

Application method: Students can bring resumes to event

How to prepare: Students may bring resumes or can prepare for a short meeting with the representative.

Camp Oochigeas

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Camp Oochigeas (Ooch) is a privately funded, volunteer-based organization that provides kids with and affected by childhood cancer with unique opportunities for growth through challenging, fun, enriching and magical experiences. These experiences take place
year-round at our various sites: Day Camp in Markham, In City Day Camp in Downtown Toronto, Overnight Camp in Muskoka, at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), three other paediatric hospitals, and various healthcare centres in Ontario.

Website: http://www.ooch.org

Recruiting for: Camp Counselor

Number of positions: 80

Where positions are posted: The volunteer application will be posted here:www.ooch.org/camp/volunteer. We will also ensure the posting is available on the York University Career Centre job board.

Application method: Application will be available online at www.ooch.org/camp/volunteer on December 1st. Any questions can be sent to volunteer@ooch.org.

How to prepare: Review the information on our website www.ooch.org/camp to better understand what Camp Oochigeas is about!

Trillium Gift of Life Network

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Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN) is a not-for-profit agency of the Government of Ontario. TGLN plans, promotes, coordinates and supports organ and tissue donation and transplantation across Ontario. Its mission is to save and enhance lives through the gift of organ and tissue donation and transplantation in Ontario.

TGLN provides Ontarians with tools and supports to help them make informed decisions. Stakeholders include donor families, community volunteers, transplant recipients, healthcare professionals, faith leaders, youth and non-governmental organizations, supportive private sector companies, and governmental organizations. Everyone has a significant role to play when promoting the adoption of organ and tissue donation and transplantation.

Website: http://www.giftoflife.on.ca/en/

Recruiting for: We are looking for people to either join the existing York Region Gift of Life Association Advocate Group, or to engage in individual organ and tissue donation awareness activities. Ideally, we'd love a group to form at campus level.

Skills: Anyone who believes in encouraging Ontarians to register as organ and tissue donors. There are many ways to do this ranging from organizing in person and online registration drives to public presentations at festivals, community centres and media opportunities. There is something for everyone.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Students in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the clinic side of organ and tissue donation.

Application method: They will contact Communications Coordinator, Iona Frost. 416.619.2304 ifrost@giftoflife.on.ca

How to prepare: Come with questions and a passion to learn about how to help save lives.

Toby's Place

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Toby's Place is drop-in program for LGBTQ+ youth. We will be open each Monday afternoon from 3pm-8:30pm for community, connection, discussion, and support. Each week there will be a communal meal, as well as a workshop or activity. All LGBTQ+ youth, their friends, and allies under age 23 are welcome.

Website: http://bbuc.ca/tobysplace

Recruiting for: We are looking for people to help prepare the weekly meal, be a supportive presence in the space, or provide a workshop, activity, program, etc. one week.

Skills: LGBTQ+ positive, anti-oppressive, reliable, able to connect with youth.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Work

Number of positions: 10

Where positions are posted: We will post these on our social media pages, as well as on the Volunteer Toronto website.

Application method: They can email us at tobys.place33@gmail.com and we will send them a volunteer form. Once a form is completed they also need to provide a vulnerable sector police record check (the cost for this will be reimbursed upon being chosen as a volunteer).

How to prepare: They could bring a short written statement about themselves, their skills/ experience, and why they want to volunteer with us.

St. Joseph's Health Centre

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Looking, listening, learning and collaborating with the community we serve. It makes St. Joseph’s Health Centre, or St. Joe’s Toronto, who we are.

St. Joe’s Toronto is a community teaching hospital, affiliated with the University of Toronto, serving the healthcare needs of the city’s west end. Our vision is to advance the health of our community by being Canada’s best community teaching health centre. And our people – staff, physicians, volunteers and students – live our vision and values every day, and are committed to serving our patients and their local community with compassion.

Website: http://www.stjoestoronto.ca

Recruiting for: Year round volunteer program and Summer Student Volunteer program

Skills: Communication skills, customer service skills.

Number of positions: 20-50

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system or Volunteer Toronto

Application method: Through the St. Joseph's Health Centre Website or Volunteer Toronto

How to prepare: Prospective volunteers will be invited to an interview. A brief resume is welcome but not mandatory

SkateABLE

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SkateABLE™ is Canada’s only high-quality adaptive ice skating program for children with physical and developmental disabilities.

Website: http://www.skateable.ca

Recruiting for: Adaptive Skating Coaches

Number of positions: 15

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system

How to prepare: Bring letter of interest/resume

Ride to Conquer Cancer - One Walk to Conquer Cancer

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The Enbridge® Ride to Conquer Cancer® benefiting Princess Margaret Cancer Centre: A cycling journey, over two days that starts in Toronto and ends in Niagara Falls. Over two days and 200 kilometers, we will take to Ontario’s majestic countryside in solidarity and promise to show that cancer is no match against our conviction to conquer it.

Website: http://ride.conquercancer.ca/toronto/

Recruiting for: Various roles throughout the weekend including medical/first aid, pit stops, water stations, handing out snacks and lunches, rider registration and check in, camp set up and more.

Skills: Must be available for two days. Able to lift between 10 and 40 lbs. Driving skills Customer service skills are a great asset. Organized and committed.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Marketing
Events
Operations, Business Administration
Sports and Leisure

Number of positions: 400

Application method: Apply Online or Email Contact Person

How to prepare: Business Cards ideal. Willing to leave email so we may reach out with additional detail.

Rexdale Women's Centre

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Our Mission is to support immigrant, newcomer and refugee women and their family members of all generations to become fully participating members of Canadian society who are self-sufficient, financially secure, safe, happy, healthy and socially active. We accomplish this by enhancing our clients’ individual functioning skills and by facilitating their access to resources, agencies, and community services.

Website: http://www.rexdalewomen.org

Recruiting for: Settlement, Counselling, Senior citizen services, Employment Integration , Youth Services, Children services, Administration.

Skills: Anywhere in the social services, mental health field.

Number of positions: 10

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system

Application method: Bring Cover letter and Resume to the event, having a current vulnerable Sector check form, or emailing to llindsay@rexdalewomen.org

How to prepare: Bring cover letter and Resume.

North York Community House

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The Newcomer Connections for Senior Caregivers project is part of the ENRICHES Initiative. The aim of our collaborative is to identify, engage, and support senior caregivers in northwest Toronto who are at a high risk for social isolation due to language and cultural barriers. We will connect seniors to peer mentors and youth volunteers to provide information and support in the caregivers’ own languages and provide direct services both in the community and at home.

Website: http://www.nych.ca/senior-caregivers

Recruiting for: We have 2 types of volunteer opportunities available: Group Facilitator (helping or facilitating group programs for seniors incl computer classes, English conversation classes, cooking, arts, yoga and more) and 1-to-1 Friendly Visitor with a senior caregiver. All groups require a minimum commitment of 8 weeks, held mostly in Toronto libraries, and 1-to-1 friendly visitors must be able to volunteer once a week for 6 months.

Skills: Ideally, our volunteers are friendly and enthusiastic about our programming, respectful to our seniors and organization, as well as committed to their opportunity.

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Please know ALL STUDENTS are welcome to apply. Our opportunities may be of interest to students studying social/community services, social work, gerontology, education, nutrition, exercise science/physio and medicine.

Number of positions: 20

Application method: Apply online by clicking "I'd like to become a mentor" Link: www.nych.ca/senior-caregivers#mentors Followed by volunteer orientation in-person with Marisanna (mtersigni@nych.ca)

How to prepare: Students are welcome to bring in resume, though not necessary to sign up.

Lumacare

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Community based agency providing family centric health and social services in a diverse community.

Website: http://www.lumacare.ca

Recruiting for: Our volunteers contribute in a variety of ways, including running and assisting in programs, delivering meals, assisting in fundraising, and special event activities.

Skills: A range of skills from Meals on Wheels drivers to Board Members.

Number of positions: 2-10

Where positions are posted: lumacare.ca

How to prepare: Call, email, apply online

Hazel Burns Hospice

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Hazel Burns Hospice provides Client-Centered quality end-of-life care to those coping with a life limiting illness. HBH strives to ensure that Clients are treated with dignity and respect during their journey. Our Hospice Visiting Volunteers get 30 + hours of training and provide social, emotional and practical support to Clients and their families - in the Client's home.

Website: http://www.hazelburnshospice.com

Recruiting for: Visiting Hospice Volunteers

Skills: Caring, compassionate, empathetic listener, able to commit to training for 30 + hours and to volunteer once per week for 3 to 4 hours - for a minimum of one year. Able to e-mail monthly hours to Coordinator of Volunteer Services in a timely manner once per month with a short update about the Client

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Social Work, Psychology, Health Sciences

Number of positions: 10

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system after September 5, 2017 or call us directly at Hazel Burns Hospice (Tel # 416-782-5915) and we will email you all the details and Volunteer Application.

Application method: Bring resume to the event or contact us directly at Tel # 416-782-5915 and you will be provided with all the details and a Volunteer Application.

How to prepare: If you have a resume bring it but no worries, you will be provided with all the information.

Etobicoke Humane Society

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The Etobicoke Humane Society (EHS) is an independent, all-volunteer, federally registered charity serving the Greater Toronto Area since 1987. EHS is an independent shelter. Our operations are not administered by nor funded by the OSPCA, the Toronto Humane Society, the City of Toronto Animal Services nor any other organization. EHS operations are overseen by a volunteer board of directors. As a no kill shelter, our mission is to protect, care for and advance the welfare of animals! We operate a variety of programs that enable us to achieve our mission, relying on the commitment of dedicated volunteers and supporters.

Website: http://etobicokehumanesociety.com/

Recruiting for: Cat Team: -Kennel Shift Volunteers -Adoption Coordinators -Foster Care Coordinators Dog Team: -Kennel Shift Volunteers -Adoption Coordinators -Foster Coordinators

Number of positions: 30

Where positions are posted: volunteertoronto.ca/

Application method: Please bring a resume to the event

How to prepare: Please bring a resume and prepare for a brief interview with the volunteer at the booth. Once the interview is conducted, we will reach out to you after the review process (typically 2-3 weeks).

Community Living Ontario

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Student Links is designed to supports high school students with an intellectual disability explore ideas for what they may want to do after completing school. This is done by matching them with people in Toronto who share a similar interest/passion, or have a career/role, in a field that they would like to explore further.

Website: http://communitylivingontario.ca/initiatives/#student-links

Recruiting for: We are recruiting for mentorship positions.

Number of positions: 30

Where positions are posted: Charity Village, Volunteer Toronto and Career Centre's online job posting system

Application method: Directly to the coordinators

How to prepare: Come prepared to answer questions about their class room experience as well as their life experiences related to their interests.

City of Toronto - 3Rs Ambassador Volunteer Program

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The City of Toronto's 3Rs Ambassador Program allows participants who live in multi-residential to volunteer from home educating other residents on reducing waste, reusing what they have and proper sorting techniques.

Website: http://www.toronto.ca/3rs

Recruiting for: 3Rs Ambassador

Skills: Interest in helping the environment Ability to work independently Use creativity to set up their building environment to encourage the use of the 3Rs

Number of positions: 100+

Application method: Volunteer Toronto website www.toronto.ca/3rs

Circle of Care

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We are part of the Mt Sinai Health System - As a Community Agency we support older adults who choose to live in their own homes. Our primary focus tis our clients health and safety

Website: https://www.circleofcare.com

Recruiting for: We are looking for compassionate, outgoing volunteers who will visit seniors in their homes on a weekly basis. This is a socialization program designed to encourage conversation with the clients. Also looking for Hospice Volunteers to support clients at end-of-life.

Number of positions: 25

Where positions are posted: York Career Centre Job Portal

How to prepare: Bring e-mail and id. information

Foundation Fighting Blindness

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The Foundation Fighting Blindness leads the fight against blindness by advancing retinal disease research, education and public awareness. Our signature fundraisers, Comic Vision, Cycle for Sight and Ride for Sight are always looking for volunteers.

Website: http://www.ffb.ca

Recruiting for: Administrative Assistants Event Assistants Event Committee Members Event Day Volunteers

Skills: Outgoing personalities Passionate about helping others Computer skills an asset Fundraisers, marketers and sales skills

Specially interested in seeing students from these Programs:

Fundraising
Event Coordination
Donor Relations
Marketing & Sales

Number of positions: 10-20

Application method: www.ffb.ca

Catholic Children's Aid Society of Toronto

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Protecting children and strengthening families

The Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CCAS) has been protecting children from physical, emotional, sexual abuse and neglect for more than 110 years. Mandated under the Child and Family Services Act and funded by the Government of Ontario, CCAS is the second largest child welfare agency in greater Toronto.

When we receive a call concerning abuse or neglect of a child, our staff investigates, assesses the risk to the child and if needed, develops a plan to keep the child safe. In most cases, we are able to work with families to address safety concerns while keeping the child at home.

Background

The Society first opened its doors in 1894 as the St. Vincent de Paul Children’s Aid Society to address community concerns over the needs of orphans and neglected children. We began with one paid employee, and grew rapidly to meet the increasing needs of the Catholic population. Today, CCAS employs approximately 580 full-time staff, including more than 350 child protection workers. Learn more about our history here.

Our Catholic Identity

CCAS benefits from the many supports provided by local parishes, Catholic schools, Catholic service agencies and community organizations providing services to our children and families. We recognize the importance of Catholic values and linkages with the larger Catholic community.

Website: http://torontoccas.org

Recruiting for: Youth Mentor Homework Club Assistant Saturday Access Program Assistant

Number of positions: 30

Where positions are posted: torontoccas.org

Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind

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Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind (CGDB) is a national, non-profit, charitable organization founded in 1984 to provide Canadians with greater mobility and independence through the use of professionally trained guide dogs. Volunteers are required to home, raise and teach obedience and socialization skills to puppies for a 12-18 month commitment.

Website: http://www.guidedogs.ca

Recruiting for: Puppy Raisers

Skills: The role of a puppy raiser requires someone with a fondness of dogs. You must be reliable, caring, and the ability to provide a loving home. The position entails taking the dog to school and nearly everywhere you go, socializing the pup in the community. You must be willing to make a one-year commitment.

Number of positions: 6

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system

Application method: Applications will be available at the event. Phone 613-692-7777. Email info@guidedogs.ca .

How to prepare: Be willing to fill out a hard-copy application on-site.

Hospice Vaughan

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Hospice Vaughan is a community visiting Hospice, which offers supports and services for those affected by a palliative diagnosis or life limiting illness. Hospice Vaughan offers one to one counseling, group counseling, wellness services and volunteer programs which promote companionship and respite care.

Website: http://www.hospicevaughan.com

Recruiting for: In-home volunteers Reception/administration volunteers Complementary Therapy volunteers Team Lead volunteers Marketing volunteers Programming volunteers

Skills: Social Work English Journalism PSW Nursing

Number of positions: 50

Application method: Apply as a volunteer on our website.

How to prepare: Bring a resume, and be prepared and familiar with the Hospice Vaughan organization.

Children's Miracle Network

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Miracle Network Dance Marathon is a movement uniting elementary, high school, college, and university students across North America to stand in support of the sick and injured kids at their local Children's Miracle Network member hospital. Dance Marathon at York U will support SickKids hospital in Toronto and spark a movement across campus.

Website: http://www.dancemarathon.com

Recruiting for: York University Dance Marathon

Skills: Enthusiastic, passionate and committed volunteers!

Number of positions: 50

Where positions are posted: Career Centre's online job posting system, volunteer sites, our website.

Application method: Apply at the booth with us.

How to prepare: Bring your positive, passionate energy.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel

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Big Brothers Big Sisters serve over 1800 children and youth (ages 6-17) in Peel Region in eleven community & school-based mentoring programs each year. We create and supervise mentoring relationships between caring volunteers and vulnerable children and youth.

Children and youth referred to our Agency face a range of challenges and barriers, including poverty, mental health issues, bullying, school challenges, immigration and settlement, family stress and isolation.

Website: http://bbbspeel.com

Recruiting for: We have 11 core mentoring programs and are always looking for volunteers in all of them. These programs are out in the community as well as in schools across Peel.

Skills: - good role model - patient - empathetic - interest in working with children and youth

Number of positions: 25

Where positions are posted: On our website: bbbspeel.com

Application method: Contact Erin Dale at erin.dale@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca or 905-457-7288 ext. 235 for an application and information package.