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Alzheimer Society Durham Region

Alzheimer Society Durham Region

Alzheimer Society of Durham Region provides help for today by working with local and regional agencies to meet the needs of people living with dementia. We also provide support and education programs for people living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, their family and care partners.

Learn more about https://www.alzheimer.ca/durham


Contact information

Angela Siriski
Volunteer Coordinator

1600 Stellar Drive, suite 202
Whitby, ON
Canada L1N9B2

289.278.8870
asiriski@alzheimerdurham.com

Autism Home Base

Autism Home Base

A social and recreational hub for Autistic adults and their family members.

Learn more about https://autismhomebase.com


Contact information

Kelly Ng
Outreach and Inclusion Manager

132 Church St.
2nd Floor
Bowmanville, ON
Canada L1C 1T5

437.259.9731
kelly@autismhomebase.com

Back Door Mission for the Relief of Poverty

Back Door Mission for the Relief of Poverty

The Back Door Mission facilitates Mission United, a collaborative social service and primary health care HUB for those experiencing homelessness. We seek to assist our patrons achieve long-term stabilization by providing low-barrier, wrap-around supports with a point-in-time model. Our innovative partnership model empowers us to offer specialized person-centred services for our community through a singular access point.

Learn more about https://backdoormission.ca


Contact information

Sarah Kimsey
Community Development Officer

66 Simcoe Street South
Oshawa, ON
Canada L1H 4G3

905.441.9284
skimsey@backdoormission.ca

Bethesda House

Bethesda House

Bethesda House is an agency providing support and services to women with or without children leaving domestic abuse and intimate partner violence.

Learn more about https://www.bethesdahouse.ca


Contact information

Heila Pitter
Outreach Services/ Volunteer Manager

25/27 King Street West
Bowmanville, ON
Canada L1C 3K8

289.830.5941
outreachmanager@bethesdahouse.ca

BGC Durham

BGC Durham

BGC Durham is a children's organization that provides a variety or recreation programs and services. We offer Aquatic, Afterschool Programs, Camps, and Youth Programs and Services.

Learn more about https://bgcdurham.com


Contact information

Bobbi Jo Riel
Director of Children and Youth Recreation Programs

433 Eulalie Ave
Oshawa, ON
Oshawa2, Ontario
Canada L1H 2C6

905.436.3311 ext. 2871
briel@bgcdurham.com

Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham

Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham

As a collective movement, the Big Brothers Big Sisters mission is to enable mentoring relationships that ignite the power and potential of young people. Whether through one-to-one mentoring, in-school mentoring or one of the inspiring group mentorship opportunities, BBBS agencies across Canada commitment to the development of young people remains steadfast.

Our no-cost mentoring programs strive to reach young people who face adversity and are in need of an additional supportive relationship. Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies formally match young people with an adult volunteer Mentor.

Learn more about https://northdurham.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/about-us/


Contact information

Alyssa Lounds
Program Coordinator

15585 Simcoe Street N
Port Perry, Ontario
Canada L9L 1M3

905.985.3733
alyssa.lounds@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

CITY OF OSHAWA - Civic Recreation Complex - Events

CITY OF OSHAWA - Civic Recreation Complex - Events

The City of Oshawa's Community Events team hosts award-winning signature events from April to December, including Doors Open, the Indigenous Cultural Celebration, the Peony Festival, and Kars on King. These events are free for the public and typically attract between 3,000 to 20,000 attendees.

We seek volunteers in late winter and fall for our event season. Our volunteers appreciate the flexibility to choose their shifts and events. They also enjoy the opportunity to learn about their community, meet new people, help their community, and gain new perspectives.

Learn more about https://oshawa.ca/events


Contact information

Special Events
City of Oshawa Community Events Team

99 Thornton Rd. S.
Oshawa, ON
Canada L1J 5Y1

905.436.3311
specialevents@oshawa.ca

City of Pickering

City of Pickering

The City of Pickering here's lots of opportunity for all ages and interests. If you want to develop leadership skills, meet new friends, or just have some extra time, we're looking for YOU!

Volunteer opportunities include
- City Event Support
- PAC4Teens (14-19)
- Pickering Animal Services
- Leisure Buddies (14-19)
- Pickering Museum Village
- Assistant Camp Counsellor

Learn more about hhttps://www.pickering.ca/parks-recreation-culture/volunteer-opportunities/ttps://


Contact information

Danielle Belliveau
(Acting) Coordinator, Volunteer Services Community Services

1 The Esplanade
Pickering, Ontario
Canada L1V 6K7

905.420.4660 ext. 3715
volunteers@pickering.ca

Community Development Council Durham

Community Development Council Durham

Community Development Council Durham (CDCD) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the diverse communities of Durham Region. Since 1970, CDCD has worked to enhance community well-being by delivering settlement services for newcomers, housing stability supports, volunteer engagement opportunities, community development initiatives, and research projects that respond to local needs. Guided by values of inclusion, collaboration, and empowerment, CDCD partners with individuals, families, and organizations to build a stronger, more connected, and equitable community.

Learn more about https://cdcd.org


Contact information

Shaista Shahid
Volunteer Coordinator

1-458 Fairall St
Ajax, ON
Canada L1S 1R6

672.968.4200
sshahid@cdcd.org

Community Living Ajax-Pickering and Whitby

Community Living Ajax-Pickering and Whitby

Community Living Ajax-Pickering and Whitby are 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.

Learn more about https://www.cl-apw.org/site/home


Contact information

Sharon Burgess
Volunteer Coordinator

36 Emperor Street
Ajax, ON
Canada L1S1M7

905.999.6718
sharon.burgess@clapw.org

Durham Family & Culture Centre

Durham Family & Culture Centre

Durham Family and Cultural Centre (DFCC) is a community-focused organization dedicated to supporting families, children, and youth in the Durham Region, with a special emphasis on serving the Black community and individuals from other diverse backgrounds. We provide programs and services that foster personal growth, cultural awareness, and social inclusion, while creating a safe and welcoming environment for all. Our initiatives include educational workshops, youth engagement programs, volunteer opportunities, and cultural events that celebrate diversity and promote understanding. Through collaboration, advocacy, and empowerment, DFCC strives to strengthen families, enhance community connections, and promote a sense of belonging for everyone in the Durham Region.

Learn more about https://https://durhamfcc.org/


Contact information

Sandra Ferrier
Human Resource Assistant

487 Westney Rd S unit 9,
Ajax, ON
Canada L1S6W8

905.409.0299
sandra.f@durhamfcc.com

Durham Outlook for the Needy

Durham Outlook for the Needy

Durham Outlook is a not for profit that provides those facing food insecurity a place to go for a hot meal. We serve meals 6 days a week and run a food bank the 7th day. We also run a thrift store to provide affordable clothing, housewares and tolietries.

Learn more about www.durhamoutlook.com


Contact information

Hannah Slade
Volunteer Coordinator

227 Simcoe Street South
Oshawa, ON
Canada L1H 4H3

905.434.7543
foodbank@durhamoutlook.com

Eunoia Forest School

Eunoia Forest School

We are Eunoia Forest School, an outdoor education program for children 4-12 years old, located at Camp Samac in Oshawa, ON. Our programs provide opportunities for children in public, private, and/or homeschool programs to get outside one to two days per week and become environmental stewards, learn about sustainability, and build connections. Our full-time Kindergarten programs encourage children to develop reading, writing, and mathematics skills from a movement based perspective. Children and staff are outside for over 90% of the day and engage in activities that support child development.

Learn more about https://www.eunoiaforestschool.ca


Contact information

Ellisha Blair
Founder & CEO

190 Harwood Ave. S
Ajax, Ontario
Canada L1S2P9

416.453.3895
ellisha@eunoiaforestschool.ca

FOOTPRINTS 4 Autism

FOOTPRINTS 4 Autism

Footprints 4 Autism is a nonprofit organization that provides recreational program for children and youth who have been diagnosed with autism

Learn more about https://footprints4autism.org


Contact information

Michele Finney
Director of Program Development

201 Centre Street South
Whitby, ON
Canada L1N4V7

905.420.0388 ext. 2
michele@footprints4autism.org

Girls Inc. Durham

Girls Inc. Durham

Our Mission
Girls Inc. inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.

Our Vision
Powerful girls in an equitable society.

Our Values
Respect the dignity of each human being.

Recognize and support the strength in every girl.

Appreciate, embrace, and advance diversity.

Drive for results anchored in accountability.

Operate collaboratively.

Learn more about https://www.girlsinc-durham.org/


Contact information

Stephanie Woloviec
Communications & Volunteer Coordinator

1-398 Bayly Street West
Ajax, Ontario
Canada L1S 1P1

905.428.8111 ext. 230
swoloviec@durham.girls-inc.org

Grandview Kids

Grandview Kids

Grandview Kids is an independently operated not-for-profit organization. We are the only Children’s Treatment Centre in Durham Region, providing specialized programs, outpatient clinical treatment and support to thousands of children and youth with physical, communication and developmental needs and their families.

Learn more about https://grandviewkids.ca/


Contact information

Tara Cooper
Volunteer Coordinator

1461 Harwood Ave. N., Ajax, ON L1T 4T9
Ajax, Ontario
Canada L1T 4T9

905.728.1673
volunteer@grandviewkids.ca

Ignite Durham Learning Foundation

Ignite Durham Learning Foundation

The Ignite Durham Learning Foundation is a registered charity that exists to remove poverty-related barriers to enable DDSB students to focus on their education journey.

Mission: Remove financial barriers to create equitable opportunities that empower Durham District School Board students to achieve academic and personal success.

In 2013, the Durham District School Board (DDSB) launched the ‘Make a Difference’ early years poverty strategy in order to support students who were facing financial barriers to success.
The impact was real, but that was only the beginning. Even with its success, too many kids were still being left behind.
We needed to do more.
From that commitment, the Ignite Durham Learning Foundation was born.
What began as a response to growing student needs became a dedicated organization that would stand unwaveringly beside DDSB children and youth struggling with financial insecurity.

The Foundation gained official charitable status in May 2021, and since then, we’ve been dedicated to making sure every student has nutritious meals, proper clothing for all seasons, access to life-changing programs, and the support needed to succeed in post-secondary education.

Learn more about https://www.idlf.ca


Contact information

Stacey Lepine-Fisher
Executive Director

400 Taunton Road E
Whitby, ON
Canada L1R 2K6

905.666.6957
Ignite.foundation@ddsb.ca

LetsStopAIDS

LetsStopAIDS

LetsStopAIDS puts a twist on charity. Youth are the powerhouse behind the strategy and development of each and every programme.

Since 2004, we have inspired youth to become leaders in the HIV response and to implement projects they are passionate about. This past year, our youth have launched over 40 new initiatives globally, and we’re just getting started.

We are expanding our national and international work to reach zero new HIV infections and to promote positive living. Co-creating solutions with young people leads the way to real and lasting change.

Learn more about https://letsstopaids.org


Contact information

Mehsheed Bokhari
People & Culture Manager

160 John St, Suite 200,
Toronto, Ontario
Canada M5V 2E5


mbo@letsstopaids.org

Luke's Place

Luke's Place

About Luke's Place
Luke’s Place is an award-winning non-profit organization solely devoted to improving the safety and experience of women and their children as they proceed through the family law process after fleeing an abusive relationship.
Centre of excellence
The only stand-alone family law support centre of excellence for abused women in Canada, Luke’s Place provides direct services to hundreds of women and their children in Durham Region every year.

We share our expertise with thousands of service providers across Ontario and Canada through training, resources, and mentoring. We also work with academics to conduct research and collaborate widely to advocate for improved access to justice for women and their children.

The Ministry of the Attorney General designed the Family Court Support Worker (FCSW) program based on our service delivery model and contracts Luke’s Place to train FCSWs and moderate their online resource hub. We also train Legal Aid Ontario lawyers and staff as part of LAO’s domestic violence strategy.

Learn more about https://


Contact information

Gea Sostaric
Program Coordinator

707 Simcoe St
Oshawa, ON
Canada L1H 4K5

905.728.0978 ext. 271
geas@lukesplace.ca

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences

Contact information

Terry Livermore
Volunteer Services Administrative Assistant

700 Gordon Street
Whitby, ON
Canada L1N 5S9

905.430.4055 ext. 6664
Volunteers@ontarioshores.ca

Region of Durham Hillsdale Estates

Region of Durham Hillsdale Estates

We are Region of Durham's Long-Term Care homes looking for volunteers to assist with our Recreation Departments enriching the lives of our residents through programming with person-centered care approach.

Learn more about https://durham.ca


Contact information

Cladell Darmanie
Coordinator of Volunteer Services

590 Oshawa BLVD N
Oshawa, Ontario
Canada L1K 5T9

905.579.1777 ext. 6332
Cladell.Darmanie@durham.ca

Simcoe Hall

Simcoe Hall

Simcoe Hall is a community settlement house in Oshawa, Ontario. It supports children, youth, families, seniors, and individuals experiencing financial or social challenges by offering a range of social, recreational, educational, and support services.

Learn more about https://https://simcoehall.com/


Contact information

laurian bondswell
Community Program Coordinator

387 SIMCOE STREET SOUTH
OSHAWA, ON
Canada L1J4J2

905.728.7525 ext. 203
laurian@simcoehall.com

Sunrise Developmental Support Service

Sunrise Developmental Support Service

Sunrise, founded in 1991, was established to address the barriers faced by youth and adults with developmental disabilities and to create equitable access to recreational opportunities within the community. Over the years, Sunrise has grown and adapted its services to meet the evolving needs of individuals and families across the Durham Region. Guided by its mission, Sunrise delivers innovative programs that foster inclusion, independence, and meaningful social connections through recreational, social, and learning experiences. With a vision to provide safe and supportive environments, Sunrise promotes leadership, skill development, and advocacy while strengthening community partnerships to ensure individuals with developmental disabilities are supported, accepted, and included.

Learn more about https://sunrisedss.ca


Contact information

CARLY LAMBE
Rec Program Manager

1621 McEwen Drive
Whitby, Ontario
Canada L1N9A5

905.438.9910
recmanager@sunrisedss.ca

WindReach Farm

WindReach Farm

WindReach Farm uses an accessible farm environment to provide therapeutic programs and services for individuals of all abilities. Our programs and services have been developed with full accessibility at the forefront. We offer learning and experiential opportunities with the goal of engaging with our participants in order to strengthen skills, independence, and physical well-being in a safe and nurturing environment.

Learn more about https://www.windreachfarm.org/


Contact information

Paola Varela
Volunteer and Visitor Program Coordinator

312 Townline Rd
Ashburn, ON
Canada L0B 1A0

905.655.5827 ext. 239
volunteering@windreachfarm.org

York Region Educational Services

York Region Educational Services

York Region Educational Services (YRES) is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to providing free and affordable educational programs and resources to individuals of all ages in the York Region, Ontario and across Canada. The mission of YRES is to provide individuals with free and affordable educational resources in a safe and supporting environment that inspires, motivates, and helps set the foundation for personal growth.

Learn more about https://yorkeducation.ca


Contact information

Filipe Braga
Community Program Manager

3100 Steeles Ave E
Unit #605
Markham, ON
Canada L3R 8T3

647.808.7738
volunteer@yorkeducation.ca