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Alzheimer Society Durham Region

Alzheimer Society of Durham Region provides help for today by working with local and regional agencies to helping improve the quality of life for individuals impacted by dementia. These services include counselling, support groups, and social recreation programs for individuals living with dementia, their care partners, and the families that support them.
Our Mission
To provide life-changing support for everyone in Durham Region impacted by dementia.

Our Vision
A world where no one experiences dementia alone.

Our Values
Inclusion
Collaboration
Accountability
Respect
Excellence

Roles recruiting for:

  • Active Living Volunteers: Assist with providing Social Recreation programs to clients living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Gain hands on experience working in programs such as the Adult Day Program, The Social and Minds in Motion.
  • Fundraising Bingo Volunteer: work with a partner for a 2 hour shift at Delta Bingo Pickering. Funds are donated directly to the Alzheimer Society Durham Region every time our volunteers cover a shift.
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Alzheimer Society Durham Region

Alzheimer Society of Durham Region provides help for today by working with local and regional agencies to helping improve the quality of life for individuals impacted by dementia. These services include counselling, support groups, and social recreation programs for individuals living with dementia, their care partners, and the families that support them.
Our Mission
To provide life-changing support for everyone in Durham Region impacted by dementia.

Our Vision
A world where no one experiences dementia alone.

Our Values
Inclusion
Collaboration
Accountability
Respect
Excellence

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


Roles recruiting for:

  • Active Living Volunteers: Assist with providing Social Recreation programs to clients living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Gain hands on experience working in programs such as the Adult Day Program, The Social and Minds in Motion.
  • Fundraising Bingo Volunteer: work with a partner for a 2 hour shift at Delta Bingo Pickering. Funds are donated directly to the Alzheimer Society Durham Region every time our volunteers cover a shift.

Contact information

Angela Siriski
Volunteer

1600 Stellar Drive, suite 202
Whitby, ON
Canada L1N9B2

289.278.8870
asiriski@alzheimerdurham.com

Autism Home Base

We are Autistic adults across the spectrum and their friends and family who work together to organize social and recreational activities, share resources, build friendships, network, and strategize.

Without new shared experiences and relationships, isolation and routines become stagnant and oppressive. When we are side by side having fun, conversations and connections happen naturally with peers you can relate with.

Our fun, interactive meet-ups create opportunities to build lifelong relationships, expand our networks, and develop new skills and interests. We offer activities at venues across Durham Region, and at our community hub and new studio in Bowmanville.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Activity Host: ensure members are welcomed, engaged, active. You will participate alongside the members.
  • Hub Host: set the tone for visitors to our drop in and program space. This includes maintaining the physical space and ensuring a positive experience for visitors. Play or set up games, encourage creative pursuits.
  • Program Support: provide support before setting up, during with the members and after for cleaning up. You will provide member support so that the participant is successful.

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Autism Home Base

We are Autistic adults across the spectrum and their friends and family who work together to organize social and recreational activities, share resources, build friendships, network, and strategize.

Without new shared experiences and relationships, isolation and routines become stagnant and oppressive. When we are side by side having fun, conversations and connections happen naturally with peers you can relate with.

Our fun, interactive meet-ups create opportunities to build lifelong relationships, expand our networks, and develop new skills and interests. We offer activities at venues across Durham Region, and at our community hub and new studio in Bowmanville.

Learn more about https://autismhomebase.com


Roles recruiting for:

  • Activity Host: ensure members are welcomed, engaged, active. You will participate alongside the members.
  • Hub Host: set the tone for visitors to our drop in and program space. This includes maintaining the physical space and ensuring a positive experience for visitors. Play or set up games, encourage creative pursuits.
  • Program Support: provide support before setting up, during with the members and after for cleaning up. You will provide member support so that the participant is successful.
  • These can include cooking programs at the Studio.
  • Bingo: Red Barn Bingo (Oshawa) and Delta Bingo (Pickering) - selling tickets, working the floors

Contact information

Nelly Thiele
community Manager

132 church St
Bowmanville, Ontario
Canada L1C1T5

289.278.3489 ext. 2
nelly@autismhomebase.com

Back Door Mission

The Back Door Mission facilitates Mission United, a collaborative social and health services hub for those experiencing homelessness. We assist our patrons in achieving 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.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Volunteer Stations - Coat check, Pantry Service, Washroom Attendant, Food Service, Kitchen
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Back Door Mission

The Back Door Mission facilitates Mission United, a collaborative social and health services hub for those experiencing homelessness. We assist our patrons in achieving 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://www.backdoormission.ca


Roles recruiting for:

  • Volunteer Stations - Coat check, Pantry Service, Washroom Attendant, Food Service, Kitchen

Contact information

Ashlea MacDonald
Executive Administrator

66 Simcoe St S.
Oshawa, ON
Canada L1H 4G3

905.728.4664
support@backdoormission.ca

BGC Durham

BGC Durham is a community-based, charitable organization that supports children, youth and families across Durham Region by providing safe places, positive adult relationships, recreation, skill-building, education, and more specialized youth services. It’s much broader than what people might picture when they hear “Boys & Girls Club.”

Are you seeking a meaningful volunteer experience where you can help enrich the lives of children and youth?

Volunteer Benefits:

Give back to children and youth in the community
Expand your social and professional connections
Acquire leadership and organizational skills
BGC Durham has a variety of exciting volunteer opportunities, including assisting in the aquatics programs, special events, fundraising, and becoming a Youth Justice Committee facilitator
Note: All volunteers must be at least 14 years of age and Youth Justice Committee volunteers must be at least 21 years of age. Greets visitors, answers questions, and assists with intake paperwork.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Youth Justice Committee Volunteer: The Youth Justice Committee (YJC) program is a community-based alternative to formal court proceedings for youth, aged 12-17, who have been involved in a low-risk, non-violent offense. It offers a restorative justice approach where the young person, their parent/guardian, the victim (when appropriate), and trained community volunteers come together to address the harm caused and find ways to make amends. The program focuses on accountability, repairing harm, and promoting positive change for the youth.
  • Volunteers must meet the following requirements:
  • Be at least 21 years of age

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BGC Durham

BGC Durham is a community-based, charitable organization that supports children, youth and families across Durham Region by providing safe places, positive adult relationships, recreation, skill-building, education, and more specialized youth services. It’s much broader than what people might picture when they hear “Boys & Girls Club.”

Are you seeking a meaningful volunteer experience where you can help enrich the lives of children and youth?

Volunteer Benefits:

Give back to children and youth in the community
Expand your social and professional connections
Acquire leadership and organizational skills
BGC Durham has a variety of exciting volunteer opportunities, including assisting in the aquatics programs, special events, fundraising, and becoming a Youth Justice Committee facilitator
Note: All volunteers must be at least 14 years of age and Youth Justice Committee volunteers must be at least 21 years of age. Greets visitors, answers questions, and assists with intake paperwork.

Learn more about https://www.bgcdurham.com/


Roles recruiting for:

  • Youth Justice Committee Volunteer: The Youth Justice Committee (YJC) program is a community-based alternative to formal court proceedings for youth, aged 12-17, who have been involved in a low-risk, non-violent offense. It offers a restorative justice approach where the young person, their parent/guardian, the victim (when appropriate), and trained community volunteers come together to address the harm caused and find ways to make amends. The program focuses on accountability, repairing harm, and promoting positive change for the youth.
  • Volunteers must meet the following requirements:
  • Be at least 21 years of age
  • Attend Orientation and Ministry Training Session;
  • Complete Criminal Record Check;
  • Take an Oath of Confidentiality;
  • Attend Youth Justice Committee meetings as arranged;
  • Attend all trainings and workshops that enhance your role as a YJC volunteer;
  • Be available evenings during the week.

Contact information

Victoria Melo
Youth Diversion Coordinator

433 Eulalie Avenue
Oshawa, Ontario
Canada L1H2C6

289.404.3259
vmelo@bgcdurham.com

Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham

Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham provides children and youth with a role model to talk to and share their growing-up experiences with. Through regular outings, mentors and mentees build a relationship based on trust and shared interests, supported by our experienced caseworkers. The result is a life-changing experience for both the mentor and the mentee.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Placement Students: Support the delivery of one-to-one and group mentoring activities with children and youth.
  • Build positive, professional relationships with children and youth while promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
  • Assist with planning and facilitating activities focused on social-emotional learning, self-esteem, confidence, communication, STEM, crafts, physical activity, and relationship building.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham

Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham provides children and youth with a role model to talk to and share their growing-up experiences with. Through regular outings, mentors and mentees build a relationship based on trust and shared interests, supported by our experienced caseworkers. The result is a life-changing experience for both the mentor and the mentee.

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


Roles recruiting for:

  • Placement Students: Support the delivery of one-to-one and group mentoring activities with children and youth.
  • Build positive, professional relationships with children and youth while promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
  • Assist with planning and facilitating activities focused on social-emotional learning, self-esteem, confidence, communication, STEM, crafts, physical activity, and relationship building.
  • Participate in school-based mentoring and support mentors and mentees during activities and outings.

Contact information

Lacey Scott
Mentoring Coordinator

15585 Simcoe Street
Port Perry, Ontario
Canada L9L1V3

905.985.3733 ext. 3
lacey.scott@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Durham and Northumberland

Our community-based non-profit organization aims to help all young people realize their full potential by enabling life-changing mentoring relationships to ignite the power and potential of young people. We recognize that many children and youth in Canada are struggling with societal barriers and face adversities in their lives, and facing prolonged adversity creates toxic stress in the brain which can negatively impact development. By providing mentees in our community with adult mentors, these risks can be reduced or even avoided, and youth can reach their full potential. Our agency provides both 1:1 and group programs for community members free of charge.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Community-Based 1:1 Mentor: Provides one-to-one support to program participants during weekly sessions at their homes and in the community (requires 1-year minimum commitment; 3-4 hours weekly).
  • In-School Mentor: Provides one-on-one support to program participants during weekly sessions at their school.
  • The Little Studio Program Facilitator: Delivers group programming to participants during weekly sessions.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Durham and Northumberland

Our community-based non-profit organization aims to help all young people realize their full potential by enabling life-changing mentoring relationships to ignite the power and potential of young people. We recognize that many children and youth in Canada are struggling with societal barriers and face adversities in their lives, and facing prolonged adversity creates toxic stress in the brain which can negatively impact development. By providing mentees in our community with adult mentors, these risks can be reduced or even avoided, and youth can reach their full potential. Our agency provides both 1:1 and group programs for community members free of charge.

Learn more about https://durhamnorthumberland.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/


Roles recruiting for:

  • Community-Based 1:1 Mentor: Provides one-to-one support to program participants during weekly sessions at their homes and in the community (requires 1-year minimum commitment; 3-4 hours weekly).
  • In-School Mentor: Provides one-on-one support to program participants during weekly sessions at their school.
  • The Little Studio Program Facilitator: Delivers group programming to participants during weekly sessions.
  • STEM Builders Program Facilitator: Delivers group programming to participants during weekly sessions.
  • Switch Gears Program Facilitator: Delivers group programming to male participants during weekly sessions.
  • Go Girls! Program Facilitator: Delivers group programming to female participants during weekly sessions.
  • Please note due to requirements of police background check and vulnerable sector search applicants must be at least 18 years of age or over.

Contact information

Tharshika Sivaganeshan
Project Coordinator

185 Brock St. N. Unit #200
Whitby, ON
Canada L1N 4H3

365.275.8866
Tharshika.Sivaganeshan@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

City of Oshawa

The City of Oshawa hosts numerous free events for the community. In addition, there are over 400 events hosted in our community by other event organizers. Our city is a vibrant, rich, diverse community that has much to offer.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Floater: Provides event materials and maps to individuals at our events
  • Set-up: Helps set-up materials on event day
  • Take-down: Helps take down materials on event day

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City of Oshawa

The City of Oshawa hosts numerous free events for the community. In addition, there are over 400 events hosted in our community by other event organizers. Our city is a vibrant, rich, diverse community that has much to offer.

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


Roles recruiting for:

  • Floater: Provides event materials and maps to individuals at our events
  • Set-up: Helps set-up materials on event day
  • Take-down: Helps take down materials on event day
  • Character handler: Guides a mascot and assists where needed

Contact information

Special Events
Events Team

99 Thornton Rd S
OSHAWA, Ontario
Canada L1J 5Y1

905.436.3311 ext. 2038
specialevents@oshawa.ca

City of Pickering

As the gateway to the east GTA, Pickering — with a population of just over 118,000 — is strategically located where Toronto, York, and Durham Regions meet. An award-winning municipality, Pickering is slated for significant economic and residential growth, offering an unparalleled quality of life for those who live, work, and play here. Its dynamic City Centre has been designated by the Province of Ontario as both an Urban Growth Centre and a Mobility Hub, and continues to evolve as a preferred destination for creative learning, memorable events, and unique experiences at the heart of a vibrant, connected, and engaged community.

Roles recruiting for:

  • City Event Support: The City of Pickering hosts a variety of year-round events, such as Artfest, Summer Concerts, Canada Day, Winter Nights City Lights, and Mayor’s Levee. Volunteers support our events by helping with setup and takedown, running games and activities, or serving as greeters or stage assistants, among other fun tasks.
  • Lifestyle Buddies: This program is for adults (20 - 54 yrs) interested in volunteering with an experienced program instructor in adult recreation programs.
  • Pickering Museum Village: Whether you want to work with the public at events and programs, or help behind the scenes gardening, wood working, getting crafty, or cooking and baking, there are many interesting and fun opportunities to get involved at Pickering Museum Village.

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City of Pickering

As the gateway to the east GTA, Pickering — with a population of just over 118,000 — is strategically located where Toronto, York, and Durham Regions meet. An award-winning municipality, Pickering is slated for significant economic and residential growth, offering an unparalleled quality of life for those who live, work, and play here. Its dynamic City Centre has been designated by the Province of Ontario as both an Urban Growth Centre and a Mobility Hub, and continues to evolve as a preferred destination for creative learning, memorable events, and unique experiences at the heart of a vibrant, connected, and engaged community.

Learn more about https://www.pickering.ca/en/living/volunteeropportunities.aspx


Roles recruiting for:

  • City Event Support: The City of Pickering hosts a variety of year-round events, such as Artfest, Summer Concerts, Canada Day, Winter Nights City Lights, and Mayor’s Levee. Volunteers support our events by helping with setup and takedown, running games and activities, or serving as greeters or stage assistants, among other fun tasks.
  • Lifestyle Buddies: This program is for adults (20 - 54 yrs) interested in volunteering with an experienced program instructor in adult recreation programs.
  • Pickering Museum Village: Whether you want to work with the public at events and programs, or help behind the scenes gardening, wood working, getting crafty, or cooking and baking, there are many interesting and fun opportunities to get involved at Pickering Museum Village.
  • Pickering Animal Services: Animal Services Volunteers will work out of our PetSmart satellite location at 1899 Brock Rd in Pickering. Volunteers are responsible for feeding, cleaning, and socializing cats at this facility.

Contact information

Amber Cockburn
Coordinator, Volunteer Services

1 The Esplanade
Pickering, On
Canada L1V6K7

905.420.4660 ext. 3715
acockburn@pickering.ca

CNIB Guide Dogs

At CNIB Guide Dogs, we raise, train and match dogs with Canadians who are blind, Deafblind or have low vision. We also raise our voices to ensure people with sight loss can live, work and move through the world without barriers. We’re committed to ensuring social attitudes shift to universal acceptance and appreciation for guide dogs.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Puppy Raiser: provide a safe and loving home to one of our future Guide Dog puppies from the age of 8 weeks to 12-15 months.
  • Puppy Starter: provide a safe and loving home to one of our future Guide Dog puppies from the age of 8 weeks to 6 months.
  • Puppy Finisher: provide a safe and loving home to one of our future Guide Dog puppies from the age of 6 months to 12 to 15 months.

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CNIB Guide Dogs

At CNIB Guide Dogs, we raise, train and match dogs with Canadians who are blind, Deafblind or have low vision. We also raise our voices to ensure people with sight loss can live, work and move through the world without barriers. We’re committed to ensuring social attitudes shift to universal acceptance and appreciation for guide dogs.

Learn more about https://https://www.cnib.ca/en/volunteer-cnib-guide-dogs


Roles recruiting for:

  • Puppy Raiser: provide a safe and loving home to one of our future Guide Dog puppies from the age of 8 weeks to 12-15 months.
  • Puppy Starter: provide a safe and loving home to one of our future Guide Dog puppies from the age of 8 weeks to 6 months.
  • Puppy Finisher: provide a safe and loving home to one of our future Guide Dog puppies from the age of 6 months to 12 to 15 months.
  • Puppy Club Boarder: provide temporary care for future CNIB Guide Dogs.

Contact information

Justyna Fleming
Specialist

9643 McCuan Rd
X
Carleton Place, ON
Canada K7C 0N7

343.336.5540
justyna.fleming@cnib.ca

Community Development Council Durham

Community Development Council Durham (CDCD) is a community-based, non-profit organization serving Durham Region. CDCD works to strengthen communities and improve quality of life by providing a wide range of programs and services that support newcomers, immigrants, refugees, families, seniors, individuals, and other community members. Through settlement services, employment and skills development, community connections, health and wellness initiatives, digital literacy, food and basic-needs support, and volunteer engagement, CDCD helps individuals and families build meaningful connections, access resources, develop skills, and participate fully in their communities.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Event & Program Support Volunteers: Assist with planning and facilitating community programs and events, including English Conversation Circles, youth activities, senior programs, donation drives, and outreach events. Volunteers help create engaging, inclusive spaces that foster learning and connection.
  • Administrative & Outreach Volunteers: Support CDCD’s day-to-day operations through administrative tasks, data entry, and community outreach. Volunteers help connect newcomers with local resources and contribute to the smooth delivery of our programs.
  • Specialized Skill-Based Volunteers: Share your professional skills in digital literacy, communications, or training facilitation. Volunteers assist/facilitate workshops, digital education sessions, and skill development opportunities that empower newcomers and strengthen our community.

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Community Development Council Durham

Community Development Council Durham (CDCD) is a community-based, non-profit organization serving Durham Region. CDCD works to strengthen communities and improve quality of life by providing a wide range of programs and services that support newcomers, immigrants, refugees, families, seniors, individuals, and other community members. Through settlement services, employment and skills development, community connections, health and wellness initiatives, digital literacy, food and basic-needs support, and volunteer engagement, CDCD helps individuals and families build meaningful connections, access resources, develop skills, and participate fully in their communities.

Learn more about https://cdcd.org


Roles recruiting for:

  • Event & Program Support Volunteers: Assist with planning and facilitating community programs and events, including English Conversation Circles, youth activities, senior programs, donation drives, and outreach events. Volunteers help create engaging, inclusive spaces that foster learning and connection.
  • Administrative & Outreach Volunteers: Support CDCD’s day-to-day operations through administrative tasks, data entry, and community outreach. Volunteers help connect newcomers with local resources and contribute to the smooth delivery of our programs.
  • Specialized Skill-Based Volunteers: Share your professional skills in digital literacy, communications, or training facilitation. Volunteers assist/facilitate workshops, digital education sessions, and skill development opportunities that empower newcomers and strengthen our community.
  • Grant Writing Volunteers: Support with researching funding opportunities, developing grant applications, and related research/writing.

Contact information

Shaista Shahid
Volunteer Coordinator

1-458 Fairall St
4-458 Fairall St.
Durham, ON
Canada L1S 1R6

672.968.4200
sshahid@cdcd.org

Durham Family & Culture Centre

Durham Family & Cultural Centre (DFCC) is a charitable organization based in Durham Region that provides a space for members of the Black community and other racialized and diverse groups to participate in programs that empower their lives. Our mission is achieved through culturally focused programs and services that strengthen individuals, youth, and families while promoting equity, inclusion, well-being, and community connection.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Youth Mentor Volunteer:
  • The Youth Mentor Volunteer plays a critical role in supporting Black and racialized youth who are at risk of or currently involved with the justice system. Mentors provide guidance, encouragement, advocacy, and positive role modeling while helping participants build confidence, resilience, leadership skills, and positive connections within their communities. Through consistent engagement, mentors help youth identify personal, educational, employment, and life goals while supporting their overall well-being and development.
  • Key Responsibilities:

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Durham Family & Culture Centre

Durham Family & Cultural Centre (DFCC) is a charitable organization based in Durham Region that provides a space for members of the Black community and other racialized and diverse groups to participate in programs that empower their lives. Our mission is achieved through culturally focused programs and services that strengthen individuals, youth, and families while promoting equity, inclusion, well-being, and community connection.

Learn more about https://


Roles recruiting for:

  • Youth Mentor Volunteer:
  • The Youth Mentor Volunteer plays a critical role in supporting Black and racialized youth who are at risk of or currently involved with the justice system. Mentors provide guidance, encouragement, advocacy, and positive role modeling while helping participants build confidence, resilience, leadership skills, and positive connections within their communities. Through consistent engagement, mentors help youth identify personal, educational, employment, and life goals while supporting their overall well-being and development.
  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Establish and maintain positive, supportive, and professional mentoring relationships with youth participants.
  • Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating healthy decision-making, leadership, accountability, and respectful communication.
  • Support youth in identifying and achieving personal, educational, employment, and career goals.
  • Assist participants in developing life skills such as communication, conflict resolution, problem-solving, time management, emotional regulation, and decision-making.
  • Encourage positive social connections and participation in community programs, recreational activities, and leadership opportunities.
  • Provide encouragement and support during challenging life circumstances and transitions.
  • Participate in mentorship activities, workshops, group discussions, and community events.
  • Help youth identify their strengths, interests, talents, and future aspirations.
  • Promote positive self-esteem, self-awareness, and personal growth.
  • Assist staff in identifying barriers that may impact youth participation and success.
  • Report concerns related to participant safety, well-being, or program participation to program staff.
  • Ensure confidentiality is maintained and professional boundaries.
  • Participate in mandatory training, orientation sessions, and volunteer meetings.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 18.
  • Experience working with youth is an asset.
  • Strong mentoring, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Workshop & Group Facilitation Support Volunteer:
  • The Workshop & Group Facilitation Support Volunteer assists staff with planning, coordinating, and delivering educational, restorative, life skills, wellness, leadership, employment readiness, and family-focused workshops. Volunteers help create an engaging and welcoming environment while supporting participants throughout program activities.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Assist staff with workshop preparation, room setup, and material distribution.
  • Welcome participants and assist with registration and attendance tracking.
  • Support facilitators during workshops and group discussions.
  • Encourage participant engagement and active participation.
  • Assist with breakout activities, group exercises, and interactive learning opportunities.
  • Monitor participant needs and provides support when appropriate.
  • Help prepare participant resource packages and workshop materials.
  • Support virtual workshop delivery when required.
  • Assist with workshop evaluations and participant feedback collection.
  • Ensure workshop spaces remain organized, safe, and welcoming.
  • Support staff with post-workshop and documentation.
  • Assist with identifying opportunities to improve participant engagement and program delivery.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 16.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Comfortable supporting workshops and group activities.
  • Public speaking experience is an asset.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Family Engagement Volunteer:
  • The Family Engagement Volunteer supports parents, caregivers, and family members participating in the R(3) 4 Success Program. Volunteers help strengthen family engagement by creating welcoming environments, promoting participation, connecting families with resources, and supporting family-centered activities and events.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Welcome and assist families attending workshops, support groups, and information sessions.
  • Provide a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive experience for participants.
  • Support family engagement activities and relationship-building opportunities.
  • Assist families in accessing information, resources, and community supports.
  • Help facilitate discussions and activities during parent and caregiver sessions.
  • Support the coordination of focus groups, consultations, and community feedback sessions.
  • Assist with childcare-related activities during family programming when appropriate.
  • Promote family participation in DFCC programs and events.
  • Encourage positive communication and engagement among participants.
  • Assist staff in identifying participant needs and concerns.
  • Support event planning and implementation for family-focused initiatives.
  • Help collect participant feedback to improve services and programming.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 18.
  • Experience working with families or community programs preferred.
  • Strong relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with diverse families.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Together We Rise (TWR) Parent Engagement Volunteer:
  • The Parent Engagement Volunteer supports the delivery of parent-focused programming by helping create welcoming, supportive, and culturally responsive spaces where parents and caregivers can connect, learn, and build relationships. Volunteers play a key role in increasing participation, reducing isolation, and helping families access resources and supports that contribute to family well-being. This role directly supports the Parent Workshops, Parent Cafés, and participant engagement activities offered through Together We Rise.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Participant Engagement & Support
  • Welcome participants and families to workshops, cafés, information sessions, and events.
  • Assist with participant registration, sign-in, and attendance tracking.
  • Create a positive, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment for participants.
  • Build positive relationships with parents/ caregivers and encourage ongoing participation.
  • Support participant engagement during discussions, activities, and learning opportunities.
  • Help identify participant needs and communicate concerns to staff.
  • Workshop & Program Support
  • Assist staff with workshop preparation and room setup.
  • Prepare participant resource packages and learning materials.
  • Support facilitators during presentations and group discussions.
  • Assist with activity facilitation and participant interaction.
  • Help collect participant feedback and evaluation forms.
  • Community Building
  • Encourage networking and relationship-building among participants.
  • Support family engagement initiatives designed to strengthen community connections.
  • Promote additional DFCC programs and services available to families.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 18.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Interest in family and community engagement.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • New Arrival Family Support Volunteer:
  • The New arrival Family Support Volunteer supports newcomer parents and caregivers participating in Together We Rise by helping them connect to services, understand community resources, and build confidence navigating systems and supports in Canada. This role directly supports the program's newcomer parent initiatives.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Settlement & Resource Support
  • Welcome newcomer families and assist them in accessing program information.
  • Help participants identify community resources and services.
  • Assist staff in maintaining resource information packages.
  • Support newcomer information sessions and workshops.
  • Provide general guidance regarding available community supports.
  • Participant Assistance
  • Assist families during registration and program participation.
  • Help participants navigate workshop schedules and activities.
  • Provide one-on-one support during events when required.
  • Encourage newcomer families to engage in discussions and activities.
  • Community Connections
  • Promote social connections among newcomer families.
  • Support outreach activities that increase newcomer participation.
  • Help identify barriers affecting newcomer participation and share feedback with staff.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 15.
  • Knowledge of newcomer settlement challenges is an asset.
  • Multilingual skills are considered an asset.
  • Strong empathy and cultural awareness.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Family Event Volunteer:
  • The Family Event Volunteer supports the planning and delivery of family engagement activities, seasonal celebrations, community gatherings, and DFCC events. Family engagement activities are a core component of Together We Rise.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Event Operations
  • Assist with event setup and teardown.
  • Support participant registration and check-in.
  • Prepare activity stations and event materials.
  • Assist with food service and hospitality activities.
  • Help maintain a safe and organized environment.
  • Participant Support
  • Welcome families and answer questions.
  • Support family-friendly activities and games.
  • Assist staff with children's activities when required.
  • Provide directions and event information to participants.
  • Event Engagement
  • Encourage participant involvement.
  • Support community-building activities.
  • Help gather participant feedback following events.
  • Assist with family engagement activities and special events.
  • Support community outings, family celebrations, and seasonal programming.
  • Help facilitate family-friendly activities, games, and interactive experiences.
  • Support event registration and participant engagement.
  • Assist with activity setup, coordination, and cleanup.
  • Encourage positive interactions among families and participants.
  • Promote family participation and community connection.
  • Support staff in delivering safe and welcoming family experiences.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 14.
  • Friendly and welcoming demeanor.
  • Ability to support large community events.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Child Minding Volunteer:
  • The Child & Youth Program Volunteer supports children and youth participating in family-focused events and activities while parents attend workshops, support groups, and information sessions. Volunteers help create engaging, safe, and developmentally appropriate experiences for children and youth.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with educational and creative activities.
  • Support arts and crafts, literacy activities, games, and group activities.
  • Create a welcoming and positive environment for children and youth.
  • Support staff in maintaining safe activity spaces.
  • Encourage positive social interaction and participation.
  • Assist with family engagement events and special activities.
  • Help monitor attendance and participant engagement.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 14.
  • Experience working with children preferred.
  • Patient, responsible, and dependable.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Literacy Tutor Volunteer (Youth Leadership Opportunity):
  • The Literacy Tutor Volunteer supports children and youth by providing one-on-one and small-group literacy assistance designed to strengthen reading, writing, comprehension, communication, and academic confidence. This volunteer opportunity is specifically designed to provide youth and young adults with meaningful leadership, mentorship, and community service experience while helping younger children develop foundational literacy skills.
  • Through positive role modeling and academic support, Literacy Tutor Volunteers help create engaging learning environments that promote educational success, confidence, and a love of learning. Volunteers also develop valuable leadership, communication, facilitation, and mentoring skills that can support future educational and career goals.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Literacy Support
  • Provide one-on-one and small-group literacy tutoring to children and youth.
  • Assist participants with reading, writing, spelling, vocabulary, and comprehension skills.
  • Support age-appropriate literacy activities, educational games, and learning exercises.
  • Encourage reading confidence through positive reinforcement and mentorship.
  • Assist participants with homework and literacy-related assignments when appropriate.
  • Support children in developing effective study habits and learning strategies.
  • Help participants improve verbal communication and reading fluency.
  • Leadership & Mentorship
  • Serve as a positive role model for younger children and youth.
  • Foster supportive and encouraging relationships with participants.
  • Demonstrate patience, empathy, and effective communication skills.
  • Encourage goal setting, perseverance, and a growth mindset.
  • Promote self-confidence and academic achievement.
  • Support participants in celebrating learning milestones and accomplishments.
  • Help create a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment.
  • Program Support
  • Assist staff with preparing literacy activities and learning materials.
  • Support literacy workshops, family literacy events, and educational programming.
  • Track participant attendance and learning progress as required.
  • Provide feedback to staff regarding participant engagement and support needs.
  • Participate in meetings.
  • Family Engagement
  • Encourage positive family involvement in children's literacy development.
  • Assist with family literacy activities and community learning events.
  • Help distribute educational resources and reading materials to families.
  • Promote literacy resources available through schools, libraries, and community organizations.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 15.
  • Strong reading and writing skills.
  • Interest in education, tutoring, or mentorship.
  • Ability to work positively with children and youth.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Senior Engagement & Community Connection:
  • The Senior Engagement Volunteer supports the Golden Connections Seniors Program by helping create welcoming, engaging, and inclusive experiences for Black seniors, older adults, grandparents, and kinship caregivers. Volunteers assist with social activities, workshops, wellness programs, community events, and intergenerational initiatives that promote connection, healthy aging, and community participation.
  • Responsibilities
  • Welcome and assist seniors during programs, workshops, and events.
  • Support social, recreational, wellness, and educational activities.
  • Assist with program setup, registration, and participant engagement.
  • Encourage social interaction and relationship-building among participants.
  • Support intergenerational activities connecting seniors, youth, and families.
  • Assist with distributing resources and program information.
  • Help facilitate games, discussions, and group activities.
  • Support community outings, celebrations, and special events.
  • Promote a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment.
  • Serve as a positive ambassador for the Together We Rise Program.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 14.
  • Interest in supporting seniors and older adults.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Patient, respectful, and dependable.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Legal Education & Workshop Support Volunteer:
  • The Legal Education & Workshop Support Volunteer assists with the planning, coordination, and delivery of legal education workshops and community information sessions. Volunteers help create engaging learning environments where youth, families, and community members can increase their understanding of legal rights, responsibilities, and available supports.
  • This role directly supports initiatives such as the Rights, Rules & Real-Life Workshop, legal awareness sessions, and public legal education events.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Workshop Preparation & Coordination
  • Assist staff with planning and organizing workshops and information sessions.
  • Prepare participant packages, handouts, evaluation forms, and resource materials.
  • Support room setup and workshop logistics.
  • Assist with technology, presentations, and audiovisual equipment.
  • Participant Support
  • Welcome participants and assist with registration.
  • Support attendance tracking and participant engagement.
  • Assist participants in accessing workshop materials and resources.
  • Answer general questions and direct participants to staff when needed.
  • Event Delivery
  • Support guest speakers, legal professionals, and facilitators.
  • Assist with group activities and interactive discussions.
  • Help distribute community resources and referral information.
  • Collect participant evaluations and feedback.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 18.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Interest in legal education or community outreach.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Legal Clinic Support Volunteer:
  • The Legal Clinic Support Volunteer assists with the coordination and delivery of DFCC's legal clinic initiatives. Volunteers help create an organized and welcoming environment while supporting participants accessing legal information and referrals. This role supports the development of accessible and culturally responsive legal services within Durham Region.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Client Support
  • Welcome participants accessing legal clinic services.
  • Assist with intake forms and appointment sign-ins.
  • Provide information regarding clinic processes and available supports.
  • Help participants navigate clinic services and referrals.
  • Administrative Support
  • Organize participant materials and resource packages.
  • Maintain accurate attendance and service records.
  • Prepare appointment schedules and information sheets.
  • Assist with follow-up communications when directed by staff.
  • Community Resource Support
  • Help maintain legal resource directories.
  • Assist with gathering and updating community referral information.
  • Support outreach regarding legal clinic services.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 18.
  • Strong administrative and customer service skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Legal Research Volunteer:
  • The Legal Research Volunteer supports the Legal Research Department by assisting with community-based research, environmental scans, data collection, and information gathering. Volunteers help identify legal service gaps, emerging community needs, and opportunities for improving access to culturally responsive legal supports.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Research Activities
  • Conduct research on legal services, community supports, and justice-related initiatives.
  • Assist with environmental scans and best-practice reviews.
  • Gather information related to legal service accessibility and barriers.
  • Support community needs assessments and data collection activities.
  • Data & Reporting Support
  • Organize research findings and supporting documents.
  • Assist with literature reviews and community resource mapping.
  • Help prepare summaries, reports, and presentations.
  • Support evaluation and outcome measurement activities.
  • Community Consultation Support
  • Assist with surveys, focus groups, and feedback collection.
  • Support participant engagement during consultations.
  • Document themes and recommendations from community discussions.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 18.
  • Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
  • Post-secondary students in law, social sciences, public policy, or related fields preferred.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Youth & Community Engagement Volunteer:
  • The Youth Engagement Volunteer supports youth-focused legal education activities, drop-in sessions, and empowerment events. Volunteers help create safe and welcoming spaces where youth can learn, connect, and access information about legal rights, community resources, and personal development opportunities.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Youth Program Support
  • Support youth drop-in sessions and workshops.
  • Welcome youth participants and encourage engagement.
  • Assist with recreational and educational activities.
  • Support discussions related to legal rights, leadership, and personal development.
  • Event Support
  • Assist with youth empowerment events and activities.
  • Support guest speakers and facilitators.
  • Help coordinate youth engagement activities and group discussions.
  • Promote positive youth participation and leadership.
  • Organize legal resource materials and information packages.
  • Maintain community referral directories.
  • Research legal support services and community programs.
  • Assist with updating educational materials.
  • Support resource distribution during workshops and events.
  • Help identify new community resources and referral opportunities.
  • Mentorship & Encouragement
  • Serve as a positive role model.
  • Encourage youth to access supports and resources.
  • Promote respectful and inclusive participation.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 16.
  • Experience working with youth preferred.
  • Strong facilitation and communication skills.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Workshop & Event Support Volunteer:
  • The Workshop & Event Support Volunteer assists with the planning and delivery of workshops, information sessions, parent engagement events, community talks, and educational activities.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Welcome parents and caregivers to workshops, meetings, and information sessions.
  • Build positive and supportive relationships with participating families.
  • Assist families in accessing educational resources and community supports.
  • Encourage participation in workshops and discussions.
  • Support parents in identifying concerns and questions related to their child's educational experience.
  • Help create a safe, respectful, and culturally responsive environment.
  • Assist with event setup and teardown.
  • Youth Engagement
  • Welcome youth participants and create a positive learning environment.
  • Support youth workshops, leadership activities, and educational discussions.
  • Encourage youth participation and engagement in program activities.
  • Promote positive school experiences and educational achievement.
  • Serve as a positive role model for youth participants.
  • Encourage goal setting, leadership, and personal development.
  • Support discussions around educational pathways and future planning.
  • Promote self-confidence, resilience, and positive decision-making.
  • Program Activities
  • Assist with educational events and workshops.
  • Support youth activities and group discussions.
  • Help facilitate interactive learning opportunities and engagement exercises.
  • Manage registration and participant sign-in.
  • Prepare workshop materials and participant packages.
  • Support facilitators and presenters.
  • Assist with hospitality and participant needs.
  • Collect evaluations and attendance records.
  • Support event logistics and participant engagement.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 16.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Interest in education, advocacy, and community engagement.
  • Ability to work with both youth and parents.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Youth Facilitator Volunteer:
  • The Youth Facilitator Volunteer supports the delivery of youth workshops, leadership programs, cultural activities, life skills training, wellness initiatives, and group discussions. Volunteers assist staff in creating engaging, inclusive, and youth-centered learning environments that encourage participation, leadership development, confidence building, and personal growth.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Co-facilitate youth workshops, group discussions, and interactive learning activities.
  • Assist with preparing workshop materials, presentations, and activity resources.
  • Encourage participation and engagement from all youth participants.
  • Support leadership development, team-building, and personal growth activities.
  • Facilitate icebreakers, group activities, and educational exercises.
  • Create a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for participants.
  • Assist with attendance tracking and participant support.
  • Encourage youth voice, creativity, and self-expression.
  • Support special events, leadership initiatives, and community projects.
  • Communicate participant concerns or support needs to staff.
  • Qualifications
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Comfortable speaking in front of groups.
  • Interest in youth leadership, facilitation, education, or community development.
  • Ability to engage and motivate youth participants.
  • Previous leadership, mentoring, camp, or facilitation experience is an asset.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Youth Program Support Volunteer:
  • The Youth Program Support Volunteer assists staff with the delivery of workshops, recreational activities, leadership programs, cultural initiatives, and special events. Volunteers help create engaging, safe, and welcoming environments where youth can learn, connect, and grow.
  • Responsibilities
  • Assist with program setup, registration, and participant support.
  • Support facilitators during workshops and activities.
  • Prepare materials, resources, and supplies.
  • Assist with attendance tracking and participant engagement.
  • Help facilitate group activities and discussions.
  • Provide encouragement and support to participants.
  • Assist with program cleanup and organization.
  • Support youth participation in leadership, cultural, wellness, and educational activities.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 16.
  • Interest in youth development and community programming.
  • Positive attitude and ability to work in a team environment.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.
  • Youth Wellness Volunteer:
  • The Youth Wellness Volunteer supports youth wellness and social engagement activities. Volunteers help foster positive relationships, emotional well-being, healthy lifestyles, and a sense of belonging among participants.
  • Responsibilities
  • Assist with wellness, self-care, and recreational activities.
  • Support youth engagement and social interaction.
  • Encourage positive peer relationships and teamwork.
  • Help facilitate games, physical activities, and wellness initiatives.
  • Promote healthy lifestyles and positive coping strategies.
  • Support special events, outings, and community activities.
  • Create welcoming and inclusive spaces for participants.
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum age 16.
  • Interest in wellness, recreation, or mental health promotion.
  • Strong relationship-building skills.
  • Commitment to DFCC's mission, vision, values, and community-centered approach.
  • Demonstrated interest in supporting Black and racialized communities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Dependable, professional, and able to fulfill volunteer commitments.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • Willingness to participate in orientation, training, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Completion of required DFCC training and screening requirements.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required for volunteers working directly with children, youth, seniors, or vulnerable populations.

Contact information

Sandra Ferrier
Volunteer & HR Coordinator

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

905.409.0299
sandra.f@durhamfcc.com

Girls Inc. of Durham

Girls Inc. of Durham is a non-profit organization whose Mission is
to empower girls to believe in themselves and reach their full potential. We inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold through advocacy, education and programs. Our Vision Empowered girls living in an equitable society.
Our Values Respect the dignity of each human being. Recognize and support the strength of every girl, those who were born girls, identify as girls, or would benefit from a pro-girl environment. Appreciate, embrace, and advance diversity. Drive for results anchored in accountability. Operate collaboratively.
Our Statement of Values:
We believe: that positive self-esteem is the foundation for a healthy and productive life;
that children and youth have the right to develop positive self-esteem;
that all people are worthwhile and should be treated with dignity, respect and love; that each individual’s rights, beliefs and freedoms should be respected; that children have unlimited potential and represent the future of our community; that children and youth have the right to explore their creativity and individuality; that children and youth have a right to receive guidance and direction in their lives; that children and youth have a right to personal safety; that children, youth and adults can all benefit from an ongoing trusting relationship; in an approach to service that recognizes each person’s emotional, social, intellectual, physical and spiritual needs; in advocacy for the unique needs of girls and young women; in ethno-cultural diversity;
in the value of partnerships with Clients and related community agencies through collaboration and cooperation; that community volunteers are valued and integral to the agency; in being accountable to the community and funding bodies by ensuring that our services are effective and reflect changing community needs.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Events Committee Volunteer: help in the execution of our two main events during the year.
  • Community Ambassador: represent Girls Inc. of Durham at events throughout the community.
  • Delta Bingo Volunteer: to represent Girls inc. at Bingo events throughout the year.
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Girls Inc. of Durham

Girls Inc. of Durham is a non-profit organization whose Mission is
to empower girls to believe in themselves and reach their full potential. We inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold through advocacy, education and programs. Our Vision Empowered girls living in an equitable society.
Our Values Respect the dignity of each human being. Recognize and support the strength of every girl, those who were born girls, identify as girls, or would benefit from a pro-girl environment. Appreciate, embrace, and advance diversity. Drive for results anchored in accountability. Operate collaboratively.
Our Statement of Values:
We believe: that positive self-esteem is the foundation for a healthy and productive life;
that children and youth have the right to develop positive self-esteem;
that all people are worthwhile and should be treated with dignity, respect and love; that each individual’s rights, beliefs and freedoms should be respected; that children have unlimited potential and represent the future of our community; that children and youth have the right to explore their creativity and individuality; that children and youth have a right to receive guidance and direction in their lives; that children and youth have a right to personal safety; that children, youth and adults can all benefit from an ongoing trusting relationship; in an approach to service that recognizes each person’s emotional, social, intellectual, physical and spiritual needs; in advocacy for the unique needs of girls and young women; in ethno-cultural diversity;
in the value of partnerships with Clients and related community agencies through collaboration and cooperation; that community volunteers are valued and integral to the agency; in being accountable to the community and funding bodies by ensuring that our services are effective and reflect changing community needs.

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


Roles recruiting for:

  • Events Committee Volunteer: help in the execution of our two main events during the year.
  • Community Ambassador: represent Girls Inc. of Durham at events throughout the community.
  • Delta Bingo Volunteer: to represent Girls inc. at Bingo events throughout the year.

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

Habitat GTA

Habitat for Humanity GTA is Greater Toronto’s most recognized provider and advocate of solutions that tackle our region’s housing crisis. Our mission is to create a world where everyone has a safe, quality place to live. We focus on creative solutions to address the affordable housing crisis in Toronto, Brampton, Caledon, York Region and Durham Region. With the help of volunteers, donors and community partners, we unlock change for generations Habitat by bringing the benefits of homeownership to more people and communities. Since 1988, Habitat GTA has built 25 new communities, empowering more than 650 families.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Crew Leader: Lead and motivate a small team of 2 to 4 volunteers on construction related tasks like wall building, Ensure a safe and healthy work environment, Uphold Habitat’s standards of safety, quality, and fun
  • ReStore Volunteer: Tasks may include customer service, product display, pricing, assembly, and repair
  • Whitby Housing Action Committee: Corporate and Community Engagement, Event planning, Social Media, Volunteer Coordination
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Habitat GTA

Habitat for Humanity GTA is Greater Toronto’s most recognized provider and advocate of solutions that tackle our region’s housing crisis. Our mission is to create a world where everyone has a safe, quality place to live. We focus on creative solutions to address the affordable housing crisis in Toronto, Brampton, Caledon, York Region and Durham Region. With the help of volunteers, donors and community partners, we unlock change for generations Habitat by bringing the benefits of homeownership to more people and communities. Since 1988, Habitat GTA has built 25 new communities, empowering more than 650 families.

Learn more about https://habitatgta.ca


Roles recruiting for:

  • Crew Leader: Lead and motivate a small team of 2 to 4 volunteers on construction related tasks like wall building, Ensure a safe and healthy work environment, Uphold Habitat’s standards of safety, quality, and fun
  • ReStore Volunteer: Tasks may include customer service, product display, pricing, assembly, and repair
  • Whitby Housing Action Committee: Corporate and Community Engagement, Event planning, Social Media, Volunteer Coordination

Contact information

Janine Smith
Manager Volunteer Resources

155 Bermondsey Road
Toronto, ON
Canada M4A 1X9

416.209.1794
janine.smith@habitatgta.ca

Ignite Durham learning Foundation

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

Our Story: 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.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Junior Fundraising Development Associate: Reporting to the Ignite Durham Learning Foundation (IDLF) Executive Director with day to day supervision by the IDLF Coordinator, the Summer Student - Junior Development Associate will support with day to day administration, organization and implementation of three key initiatives outlined in the organizational work plan including:
  • Fundraising campaign support for the Ignite Durham Learning Foundation
  • Building capacity of Stakeholder and Community Relations through the development of database and storytelling kits

+6 more roles

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Ignite Durham learning Foundation

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

Our Story: 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.

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


Roles recruiting for:

  • Junior Fundraising Development Associate: Reporting to the Ignite Durham Learning Foundation (IDLF) Executive Director with day to day supervision by the IDLF Coordinator, the Summer Student - Junior Development Associate will support with day to day administration, organization and implementation of three key initiatives outlined in the organizational work plan including:
  • Fundraising campaign support for the Ignite Durham Learning Foundation
  • Building capacity of Stakeholder and Community Relations through the development of database and storytelling kits
  • Solicitation of donations, space organization, develop and enhance the Make a Difference Depot (a space for DDSB educators and community partners to access classroom resources and supplies for children and families in need)
  • Ignite Durham Learning Foundation (IDLF) Junior Marketing and Communications Associate: Reporting to the Ignite Durham Learning Executive Director with day to day supervision by the IDLF Coordinator, the Summer Student - IDLF Junior Marketing and Communications Associate will support with day-to-day administration, organization, and implementation of three key initiatives outlined in the organizational work plan including:
  • Fundraising campaign marketing for the Ignite Durham Learning Foundation
  • Stakeholder and Community Relations through the development and maintenance of website, social channels, and storytelling kits
  • Develop and enhance marketing and promotions for Foundation awareness and programming
  • Operation Backpack Coordinator: The Operation Backpack Coordinator will play a key role in supporting this region-wide initiative across Durham Region, which ensures that every student begins the school year equipped with a high-quality backpack and the full set of grade-appropriate school supplies. The Coordinator will work with partner organizations to plan, source, and distribute these essential tools to students, gaining valuable hands-on experience in nonprofit operations, logistics, community outreach, and fundraising.

Contact information

Stacey Lepine-Fisher
Executive Director

Ignite Durham Learning Foundation
400 Taunton Road East
WHITBY, Ontario
Canada L1R 2K6

905.666.6957
stacey.lepinefisher@ddsb.ca

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is a public teaching hospital providing a range of specialized assessment and treatment services to those living with complex and serious mental illness. Exemplary patient care is delivered through safe and evidence-based approaches where successful outcomes are achieved using best clinical practices and the latest advances in research. Patients benefit from a recovery-oriented environment of care built on compassion, inspiration and hope

Roles recruiting for:

  • Drop-In Centre:
  • The Drop-In Centre volunteer will provide patients with friendly conversation, activities and refreshments. We are currently offering theme days where volunteers will lead patient engaging activities throughout the week.
  • Gift Shop Volunteer:

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Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is a public teaching hospital providing a range of specialized assessment and treatment services to those living with complex and serious mental illness. Exemplary patient care is delivered through safe and evidence-based approaches where successful outcomes are achieved using best clinical practices and the latest advances in research. Patients benefit from a recovery-oriented environment of care built on compassion, inspiration and hope

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


Roles recruiting for:

  • Drop-In Centre:
  • The Drop-In Centre volunteer will provide patients with friendly conversation, activities and refreshments. We are currently offering theme days where volunteers will lead patient engaging activities throughout the week.
  • Gift Shop Volunteer:
  • This role offers you an opportunity to engage with patients through gift shop related duties. Volunteer will interact with staff and patients from all units within the hospital.
  • Forensic Coffee Hour:
  • Volunteers will provide patients with friendly conversation, activities and refreshments.
  • One-to-One Visits:
  • Volunteers spend quality time with patients, in a one-to-one setting, talking, playing cards, and going for walks .

Contact information

Amber Cockburn
Volunteer Services Specialist

700 Gordon Street
Whitby, Ontario
Canada L1N-5S9

905.430.4055 ext. 6299
cockburna@ontarioshores.ca

Region of Durham Hillsdale Estates

We are The Regional Municipality of Durham's Accredited Long-Term Care Homes. We create a diverse, equitable and inclusive community that embraces person-centred care and meaningful connection for all.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Gift Shop Assistant: Providing the opportunity for residents/families/staff to shop. Requirements are to be available on a consistent basis due to store hours.
  • Friendly Visitor: Provide one to one visits weekly with residents who would benefit from individual interactions that struggle with group settings.
  • Recreation Assistant: Assisting Recreational staff with portering and executing group programs and special events.
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Region of Durham Hillsdale Estates

We are The Regional Municipality of Durham's Accredited Long-Term Care Homes. We create a diverse, equitable and inclusive community that embraces person-centred care and meaningful connection for all.

Learn more about https://durham.ca


Roles recruiting for:

  • Gift Shop Assistant: Providing the opportunity for residents/families/staff to shop. Requirements are to be available on a consistent basis due to store hours.
  • Friendly Visitor: Provide one to one visits weekly with residents who would benefit from individual interactions that struggle with group settings.
  • Recreation Assistant: Assisting Recreational staff with portering and executing group programs and special events.

Contact information

Cladell Darmanie
Coordinator of Volunteer Services

590 Oshawa BLVD. N
Oshawa, Ontario
Canada L1G 5T9

905.579.1777 ext. 6332
cladell.darmanie@durham.ca

Simcoe Hall Settlement House

Our Mission
We provide wellness opportunities through our food bank and programs to serve children, individuals and families who experience financial and social challenges.

Our Vision
To be part of a community that will allow children, individuals and families to experience and lead healthy, meaningful and socially responsible lives.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Food Bank volunteers: assist with a variety of tasks such as sorting and organizing donations, stocking shelves, preparing food hampers, and helping to keep the Food Bank organized.
  • Operation Backpack: Volunteers support the preparation and distribution of backpacks for local students by sorting donations, organizing inventory, stuffing pencil cases, packing backpacks with school supplies, and assisting with distribution.
  • Toy Program: Volunteers help prepare for the holiday season by sorting and organizing toy donations, managing inventory, preparing toys and gifts for registered families, and assisting with distribution.

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Simcoe Hall Settlement House

Our Mission
We provide wellness opportunities through our food bank and programs to serve children, individuals and families who experience financial and social challenges.

Our Vision
To be part of a community that will allow children, individuals and families to experience and lead healthy, meaningful and socially responsible lives.

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


Roles recruiting for:

  • Food Bank volunteers: assist with a variety of tasks such as sorting and organizing donations, stocking shelves, preparing food hampers, and helping to keep the Food Bank organized.
  • Operation Backpack: Volunteers support the preparation and distribution of backpacks for local students by sorting donations, organizing inventory, stuffing pencil cases, packing backpacks with school supplies, and assisting with distribution.
  • Toy Program: Volunteers help prepare for the holiday season by sorting and organizing toy donations, managing inventory, preparing toys and gifts for registered families, and assisting with distribution.
  • Golden Circle Seniors – Kitchen Support: Volunteers support the chef with meal preparation for our seniors program, including chopping and preparing ingredients, washing dishes, organizing supplies, and helping maintain a clean and tidy kitchen workspace.

Contact information

Laurian Bondswell
Community Program Coordinator

387 Simcoe street south
oshawa, Ontario
Canada l1h 4j2

905.728.7525
laurian@simcoehall.com

Sunrise Developmental Support Services

Sunrise is a registered charity founded in 1991 by a group of recent high school graduates who saw the need for equitable recreational opportunities for their peers with disabilities.

We offer a Day Program, a Community Program and a Recreation Program offering inclusive, barrier-free programming for adults and youth with developmental disabilities in the Durham Region and GTA.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Recreation Department: You will be supporting our members and staff throughout a variety of events including:
  • Art Workshops
  • Dances

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Sunrise Developmental Support Services

Sunrise is a registered charity founded in 1991 by a group of recent high school graduates who saw the need for equitable recreational opportunities for their peers with disabilities.

We offer a Day Program, a Community Program and a Recreation Program offering inclusive, barrier-free programming for adults and youth with developmental disabilities in the Durham Region and GTA.

Learn more about https://sunrisedss.ca


Roles recruiting for:

  • Recreation Department: You will be supporting our members and staff throughout a variety of events including:
  • Art Workshops
  • Dances
  • Cooking Classes
  • Weekend Cabin Retreats at Camp Samac
  • Bowling Nights
  • Dinner & Movie Nights
  • Duties during events include
  • engaging with members in a friendly socializing role
  • contributing to a positive, welcoming and inclusive environment by respecting all individuals including members, staff & volunteers from different walks of life and varied abilities
  • promote appropriate life and social skills
  • encourage members to participate in events through positive energy and participation
  • assisting members to ensure they're included in programs i.e., holding knife while member places hand over top of yours to assist with cutting food items
  • supporting staff in set up and clean up of events including: wiping down tables/counters, dishes, decorating, moving furniture, taking out garbage etc.

Contact information

Alison Colley
Recreation Program Manager

1621 McEwen Drive
Unit 6
Whitby, ON
Canada L1N 9A5

905.438.9910 ext. 3
recmanager@sunrisedss.ca

Terra Nova Organization

We are a proud Non-profit Community Organization that support and nurture lives through sustainable development. Terra Nova is committed to providing inclusive programs, events and services for marginalized communities across the Greater Toronto Area. Through environmental and humanitirian initiatives, we bring people together to learn practical skills, protect their environment, advocate for wildlife and strengthen their communities.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Community Volunteer: We are seeking dedicated, enthusiastic volunteers to support our work in specific areas, such as Administration, Marketing, Finance, Events, Programs and Services. Volunteers will play a vital role in assisting with a variety of tasks and projects, and will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful causes and gain valuable experience. Volunteers can get involved and promote sustainable practices, connect people with nature, and advocate for long-term environmental responsibility. We offer community engagement initiatives rooted in diversity, inclusion, and cultural connection, offering chances to help with outreach, events, and workshops that strengthen social bonds and promote humanitarian values.
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Terra Nova Organization

We are a proud Non-profit Community Organization that support and nurture lives through sustainable development. Terra Nova is committed to providing inclusive programs, events and services for marginalized communities across the Greater Toronto Area. Through environmental and humanitirian initiatives, we bring people together to learn practical skills, protect their environment, advocate for wildlife and strengthen their communities.

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


Roles recruiting for:

  • Community Volunteer: We are seeking dedicated, enthusiastic volunteers to support our work in specific areas, such as Administration, Marketing, Finance, Events, Programs and Services. Volunteers will play a vital role in assisting with a variety of tasks and projects, and will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful causes and gain valuable experience. Volunteers can get involved and promote sustainable practices, connect people with nature, and advocate for long-term environmental responsibility. We offer community engagement initiatives rooted in diversity, inclusion, and cultural connection, offering chances to help with outreach, events, and workshops that strengthen social bonds and promote humanitarian values.

Contact information

Robby Misir
Founder & Board Chair

151 Mill St
Toronto, Ontario
Canada M5A 4T8

416.938.3171
info.terranovaorg@gmail.com

Victim Services of Durham Region

Victim Services supports victims of crime and tragic circumstances by offering system navigation, safety planning, emotional and practical support as well as assessments for needs based intervention.

The Durham Child & Youth Advocacy Centre (CYAC) supports children and youth who have experienced abuse and/or violence, ensuring both a trauma and culturally responsive approach to care. The multidisciplinary team (MDT) consists of law enforcement, child protection, child and family wellbeing, health care, and victim services staff. The goal of the Centre is to limit the number of times a child is required to share their story and ensures timely access to care along with support through the disclosure, medical care, mental health care and court process. Building on and including connection to culture is a central value of the CYAC. Ensuring that all children, youth, and families feel represented and seen is at the core of the intervention and healing.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Volunteer Crisis Responder: provides on scene 24/7 support to individuals impacted by tragic circumstances with police. Please note that requirements include: 18+ and access to a reliable vehicle for the duration of your shift, commitment of two 12-hour shifts monthly (7am-7pm or 7pm-7am) for one year.
  • Child & Youth Advocacy Centre: We have multiple volunteer opportunities which include: welcome support, advocacy, social media engagement, fundraising, and community education events. We are looking for volunteers who are 18 years and older and have strengths in carrying for individuals and community.
  • All volunteers will need to complete a vulnerable sector criminal record check, and interview prior to starting.
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Victim Services of Durham Region

Victim Services supports victims of crime and tragic circumstances by offering system navigation, safety planning, emotional and practical support as well as assessments for needs based intervention.

The Durham Child & Youth Advocacy Centre (CYAC) supports children and youth who have experienced abuse and/or violence, ensuring both a trauma and culturally responsive approach to care. The multidisciplinary team (MDT) consists of law enforcement, child protection, child and family wellbeing, health care, and victim services staff. The goal of the Centre is to limit the number of times a child is required to share their story and ensures timely access to care along with support through the disclosure, medical care, mental health care and court process. Building on and including connection to culture is a central value of the CYAC. Ensuring that all children, youth, and families feel represented and seen is at the core of the intervention and healing.

Learn more about https://www.victimservicesdurham.ca/home


Roles recruiting for:

  • Volunteer Crisis Responder: provides on scene 24/7 support to individuals impacted by tragic circumstances with police. Please note that requirements include: 18+ and access to a reliable vehicle for the duration of your shift, commitment of two 12-hour shifts monthly (7am-7pm or 7pm-7am) for one year.
  • Child & Youth Advocacy Centre: We have multiple volunteer opportunities which include: welcome support, advocacy, social media engagement, fundraising, and community education events. We are looking for volunteers who are 18 years and older and have strengths in carrying for individuals and community.
  • All volunteers will need to complete a vulnerable sector criminal record check, and interview prior to starting.

Contact information

Amber Burnell
Student and Volunteer Coordinator

605 Rossland Road East
Whitby, Ontario
Canada L1N 0B7

905.721.4226
vsdurhamregion@drps.ca

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.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Visitor Program Facilitator: Leading farm tours and outreach visits with our animals.
  • Farm Volunteer: Helping farmer with animal care duties.
  • Therapeutic Riding Volunteer: Preparing horses for lessons; leading and side-walking during lessons.

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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://windreachfarm.org


Roles recruiting for:

  • Visitor Program Facilitator: Leading farm tours and outreach visits with our animals.
  • Farm Volunteer: Helping farmer with animal care duties.
  • Therapeutic Riding Volunteer: Preparing horses for lessons; leading and side-walking during lessons.
  • Co-op/placement Students: Assisting in programming for our Adult Day Program

Contact information

Paola Varela
Volunteer and Visitor Program Coordinator

312 Townline Rd
Ashburn, ON
Canada L0B 1A0

905.655.5827 ext. 237
paola.varela@windreachfarm.org

YouthLink (SV Pathways to Education)

YouthLink is a Scarborough based charitable organization dedicated to supporting youth and their families through a range of mental health, housing, education, and community-based services. YouthLink works to create opportunities for young people to build skills, strengthen their well-being, and achieve their personal and educational goals.

The Pathways to Education program provides academic, social, financial, and advocacy supports to help young people overcome barriers, succeed in high school, graduate, and pursue post-secondary education, training, or employment.

Roles recruiting for:

  • Volunteer Tutor: Volunteer Tutors provide in-person academic support to high school students in a drop-in tutoring environment. Tutors assist students with homework, assignments, test preparation, and understanding course material across a variety of subjects. They help students strengthen their study skills, problem-solving abilities, and confidence while encouraging positive learning habits and academic independence. Tutors are also expected to build supportive relationships with students, maintain a welcoming and respectful learning environment, and communicate with staff when additional support or concerns arise.
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YouthLink (SV Pathways to Education)

YouthLink is a Scarborough based charitable organization dedicated to supporting youth and their families through a range of mental health, housing, education, and community-based services. YouthLink works to create opportunities for young people to build skills, strengthen their well-being, and achieve their personal and educational goals.

The Pathways to Education program provides academic, social, financial, and advocacy supports to help young people overcome barriers, succeed in high school, graduate, and pursue post-secondary education, training, or employment.

Learn more about https://youthlink.ca/services/our-programs/education/scarborough-village-pathways-to-education/


Roles recruiting for:

  • Volunteer Tutor: Volunteer Tutors provide in-person academic support to high school students in a drop-in tutoring environment. Tutors assist students with homework, assignments, test preparation, and understanding course material across a variety of subjects. They help students strengthen their study skills, problem-solving abilities, and confidence while encouraging positive learning habits and academic independence. Tutors are also expected to build supportive relationships with students, maintain a welcoming and respectful learning environment, and communicate with staff when additional support or concerns arise.

Contact information

Grace Jordan
Manager, Academic Supports & Volunteer Engagement

636 Kennedy Rd
Scarborough, ON
Canada M1K 2B2

416.908.4236
grace.jordan@youthlink.ca