Are you passionate about technology? Do you want to spark creativity in the next generation of
digital creators? Become a volunteer Code Club Mentor today! Clubs need mentors with
different skills and backgrounds to encourage young creators in coding games, animations and
websites. No coding experience necessary!

Aims and expectations: A Mentor supports and encourages young people to participate in
activities across the session. They also prepare learning activities for sessions using
ready-to-use resources.We provide free resources such as project guides and activities, certificates, and posters. We offer support through online workshops, community events and ongoing guidance.

Tasks:
● Liaise with venues to establish club schedule
● Plan and prepare resources ahead of club sessions
● Welcome attendees as they arrive at the sessions
● Encourage and engage with young people to participate in session activities
● Provide support to young people who are new to coding
● Provide technical guidance to help young people progress with their projects
● Set up technical equipment before sessions

• Feed and water all animals according to established schedules and dietary plans

• Monitor animals health and behavior; report signs of illness, injury, or stress

• Clean and maintain pens, shelters, bedding, wallows, and feeding areas

• Handle and move animals calmly and humanely during daily care or procedures

• Provide environmental enrichment to promote natural animal behavior

• Follow animal welfare, safety, and biosecurity protocols

Make a Difference in a Child's life, Become an In-home Volunteer Angel!

Do you want to support families impacted by cancer? Can you commit four (4) hours per week to providing psychosocial support to a child in need? Join Nankind and help lessen the impact of cancer on families by offering in-home childcare support. 

How You Can Help: 

• Provide psychosocial support to help children develop coping skills and build resilience.  

• Provide fun, educational, creative, and safe experiences for children. 

• Commit to a minimum of six (6) months to ensure stability during a parent’s cancer treatment and recovery. 

• Offer four (4) hours of childcare support per week to the same family in your area. 

 Why Volunteer with Nankind?  

Nankind offers a meaningful and rewarding opportunity for volunteers who want to make a real difference in the lives of families affected by cancer. As an In-Home Volunteer Angel, you will provide a safe and caring presence, engage children in fun and creative activities, and support them in processing their parent’s cancer.  

Your presence will have a lasting impact on children whose parents are undergoing treatment, receiving palliative care, or families coping with bereavement. By providing a safe and caring space, you’ll ease stress for families and give parents the reassurance they need to rest and attend medical appointments, knowing their children are in good hands. 

Through weekly visits, you’ll build trust, create meaningful connections, and bring joy into a child’s life. Volunteers receive specialized training and ongoing guidance from Nankind’s Child Life Specialist, ensuring they feel supported and confident in their role. 

How to Apply: 

1. Visit our volunteer page.

2. Click “Volunteer Now".

3. Complete and submit the form. 

Qualifications: 

• Willingness to undergo an Vulnerable Sector Check

• At least one year of professional childcare experience (babysitting, teaching, tutoring, etc.). Experience caring for a sibling or relative does not qualify unless you are a parent or grandparent

• Experience supporting children with autism or knowledge of ABA is a plus 

• Must reside in Ontario

There's a family in your community waiting for their very own Angel!

Hey Teens! Join our Summer Squad and make the most of your summer by giving back to your community!

Barrie Public Library is currently seeking volunteers to assist with children's programs over the summer break. Responsibilities depend on programs offered but may include:

- Providing a friendly, welcoming greeting to children as they join the program. 
- Assisting children during programs to complete activities and/or crafts
- Assisting with ushering duties during programs, such as crowd control, ticket taking, counting attendance, and admitting latecomers. 
- Assisting with craft preparation before the program. 
- Assisting with set up and clean up for the program. 
- Assisting Library staff as required.

Volunteers who successfully complete shifts over the summer will have the option to continue volunteering in the fall.

Our valued and dedicated volunteer team is the strength of Crime Stoppers of Simcoe-Dufferin-Muskoka. Citizens who join our locally focused committees participate in activities and events to promote public awareness and knowledge of the Crime Stoppers program, the Tip Line, and how we ensure anonymity. Committees meet once each month or as needed. Committee volunteers are encouraged to liaise with various leaders within their community to build relationships with all stakeholder groups.

Each committee is led by a Chair Person and has a representative who sits on the Board of Directors. Committees create and execute awareness and/or fund raising events that they feel reflect the personality and character of their local community.

Crime Stoppers of Simcoe-Dufferin-Muskoka committees are currently located in Barrie, Southern Georgian Bay (Midland and Penetanguishene), South Simcoe (Innisfil and Bradford), Dufferin (Orangeville), Muskoka, Georgian Triangle (Wasaga Beach and Collingwood), Orillia and Muskoka (Bracebridge, Gravenhurst and Huntsville) If you would like to join one of these we would welcome the opportunity to talk with you!

The Board of Directors is comprised of a cross-section of volunteers who govern the overall operations of Crime Stoppers. Reward payments are authorized by the Board of Directors. The Board creates and ensures adherence to Policy & Procedures as well as our By-Laws, and executes some fund raising events.

All ages and experience levels welcomed. Main activities: 

• Walking, lots of walking in indoor 60'x120' (20x40m) arena or outdoor (30 x 70m) or wooded trails...up to 2kms/hour
• Grooming and getting horses ready, we will train on this
• Leading or walking with a horse with rider onboard, we will train for this
• Working with riders on the autism spectrum, Down Syndrome or with a physical disability 
• Both early evening hours and daytime/afternoon hours available
• 2 hour commitment 

THE OPPORTUNITY 

Campfire Circle will be running in-person overnight camp programs at two medically supported overnight camp locations, Rainbow Lake (Waterford, ON) and Muskoka (Rosseau, ON) this summer. We will also be running a Day Camp program in Ottawa.

We are seeking new volunteers age 19+ with a variety of skill sets to participate in a life-changing volunteer experience! New volunteers must commit to one camp session, which can be a 4 to 8 day camp experience (inclusive of on-site training). 
 
Whether it’s at Rainbow Lake, a quiet 143 acres site in Waterford, at Muskoka, which features 400 wooded acres in the town of Rosseau, or at our fun urban Day Camp location Ottawa, you will be connecting kids and families with fun indoor and outdoor activities that help improve their overall wellbeing.

All roles will require you to work in partnership with a team of other volunteers where your first priority will be camper/family safety; ensuring they are supervised and supported at all times.

To learn more about specific details and dates, please review the New Volunteer Applicant Guide: 2026-Volunteer-Info-Guide.pdf

About Bridget’s Bunnies

Bridget's Bunnies is a registered charity that supports individuals and families who have experienced a pregnancy or infant loss throughout Simcoe/Muskoka. Bridget’s Bunnies works to ensure no one endures pregnancy or infant loss alone. Bridget’s Bunnies relies on volunteers, individual donations, Bridget’s Run and grants to sustain its programs and services, including Comfort Kits and Little Loss Library. 

Title: Bunny Maker Volunteer

If you’re a crocheter or knitter, join our community of Bunny Makers for a good cause! Bunny Makers meet monthly to chat and knit/crochet together from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm at Bridget’s Bunnies office (65 Cedar Pointe Dr., unit 811A, Barrie). This is also a time to refresh knitting/crocheting supplies and continue crocheting in the comfort of your own home. Bunny Maker volunteers make Pocket Pals, crocheted or knitted bunnies for our Comfort Kit program. All materials are provided to you for free, and we ask that finished bunnies and unused materials be donated back to Bridget’s Bunnies. 

Hours: 2-10 hours a month (flexible)
Location: In-person/remote

Roles and Responsibilities:

•    Crochet or knit a bunny/pocket pal according to Bridget’s Bunnies patterns and instructions
•    Only take what you need and ensure to return any unused supplies
•    Return completed bunnies within a month of completion, as these bunnies are needed for the Comfort Kit program
•    Opportunity to join the online community to share tips, tricks and make fellow crafter friends
•    Opportunity to gather monthly for an in-person tea, chat and crocheting event at Bridget’s Bunnies office. 

About Bridget’s Bunnies

Bridget's Bunnies is a registered charity that supports individuals and families who have experienced a pregnancy or infant loss. Bridget’s Bunnies works to ensure no one endures pregnancy or infant loss alone. Bridget’s Bunnies relies on volunteers, individual donations, Bridget’s Run and grants to sustain its programs and services including Comfort Kits and Little Loss Library. 

Title: Comfort Kit Organizer

Reporting to the Development Coordinator, the Comfort Kit Organizer is responsible for organizing, assembling and tracking Comfort Kits. Comfort Kits are provided for free to individuals and families who experience pregnancy or infant loss. They offer gentle direction and compassion in the days and weeks following loss. On-demand Comfort Kits, ordered through the website, are processed and shipped within a 2-week period. Hospital Comfort Kits are processed and shipped quarterly. 

Hours: 2-4 hours a week; Tuesday – Thursday between the hours of 10:00 and 4:00 pm. 
Location: In-person; Bridget’s Bunnies Office, 65 Cedar Pointe Dr., unit 811A, Barrie

Roles and Responsibilities:

•    Keep the volunteer room clean and organized
•    Pack kits according to orders and keep kits restocked
•    Track supplies and inform the Development Coordinator when supplies are low
•    Strong attention to detail required
•    Must be organized, methodical and a great communicator
•    Enjoys working independently and collaboratively
•    Other administrative tasks as assigned

• Follow regiments and medical chart instructions for each cat in the medroom.  This may include giving medications, syringe feeding, giving sub-q fluids, giving insulin, general cleaning of cats eyes, noses etc
• Check off that treatments have been done and document any changes in cats condition
• Clean and refill water bowls
• Cleaning and filling food bowls, taking note if any cats that require a special type of food
• Keeping the cats cages clean, change any dirty or soiled linens, wipe down cages
• Scoop litter boxes and clean them as needed 
• Ensure Med Room is kept clean. Weep and mop floors, put clean linens away, remove garbage
• Socialize with the cats and kittens; play, brush, pet etc
• This is a once a week committment for a minimum of 6 months

About Bridget’s Bunnies

Bridget's Bunnies is a registered charity that supports individuals and families who have experienced a pregnancy or infant loss. Bridget’s Bunnies works to ensure no one endures pregnancy or infant loss alone. Bridget’s Bunnies relies on volunteers, individual donations, Bridget’s Run and grants to sustain its programs and services including Comfort Kits and Little Loss Library. 

Title: Volunteer/Co-op Marketing and Content Creator

Reporting to the Executive Director and working with the Development Coordinator, the Marketing and Content Creator is responsible for creating assets and copy for social media platforms and assisting with developing a marketing and fundraising strategy. 

Hours: 15-20 hours a week
Location: Remote/Hybrid

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Updating and designing Bridget’s Bunnies website. 
• Creating and scheduling monthly assets and copy for Bridget’s Bunnies social media sites. 
• Copy and content writing for Bridget’s Bunnies media advisories and other communications as necessary. 
• Assist with marketing strategies and fundraising campaigns, including annual report templates and supporting graphics. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience working with Buffer, Canva, Squarespace and Trello is an asset. 
• Experience with Google Ads is an asset

Autism Ontario offers a variety of volunteer opportunities across seven regions in Ontario. Our volunteers play a crucial part in supporting individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. By joining our team, you’ll help foster inclusive communities and contribute to important programs and events.

Volunteers can participate in roles like Regional Events & Program Support, Bingo Volunteer Support (must be 18+), or Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) representation (must be 18+ and Canadian citizen).

Our programs are flexible, and we ask volunteers to commit to at least one event per quarter. Whether you’re helping at in-person events, participating in our committee groups or advocating for special education, your contribution is essential to our success.

Key responsibilities may include assisting with event setup and cleanup, supporting program participants, advocating for special education needs, and ensuring a positive experience for everyone involved. We offer flexibility that fits your schedule.

How to Apply: To apply for a volunteer position, visit our volunteer page https://www.autismontario.com/volunteer or contact us at volunteer@autismontario.com.

Board Director

Bridget's Bunnies Pregnancy and Infant Loss Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors. Board members understand and demonstrate their commitment to Bridget's Bunnies' mission, vision, values, and programming to provide governance support. Board training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities and Job Duties:

• Raise the profile of Bridget's Bunnies in the community, including representing Bridget's Bunnies at community events, relevant meetings, engaging own network of contacts, and with community partners, including healthcare workers

• Keep informed about community and sector issues relevant to the mission and objectives of Bridget's Bunnies

• Provide direct support to strategic initiatives through the various Board committees, special projects, and ad hoc Board requests

• Assist in fundraising by attending events, engaging connections, maintaining and enriching current partnerships, developing new partnerships, and illustrating gratitude to donors and sponsors

• Attend regular evening Board meetings and full-day planning sessions as required

• Ensure the organization complies with legal and financial requirements

Skills and Qualifications:

• Sufficient time availability for Board duties

• Previous Board, Committee, or not-for-profit governance experience considered an asset

• Proficiency working with MS 365 and Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), and online meeting tools

• To ensure a mix of talent, background, and energy, Bridget's Bunnies is particularly interested in candidates with one or some of the following additional skills or areas of expertise/perspective: Fundraising/Sponsorship; Marketing/Communication; Corporate Donors; Recruitment/HR; Program Development; Legal/Regulatory; Governance/Policy; Diverse Communities; Capacity Building; Risk Assessment/Management; Government Relations

• Preference for applicants with lived experience related to Bridget's Bunnies' mission

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including in engaging with people from diverse backgrounds who have experienced grief and/or pregnancy or infant loss

Bridget's Bunnies recognizes the benefit of diverse experiences, perspectives, and talents of differing demographics on the organization. Opportunities may be made available for applicants to act as Committee members prior to joining as a Board member.

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to apply@bridgetsbunnies.ca

Love hockey? Love your community? Come make a difference—one ticket at a time! ✨
Easter Seals Ontario is looking for friendly, energetic volunteers (individuals or groups) to help sell 50/50 tickets at Barrie Colts home games at Sadlon Arena.

Role: 50/50 Ticket Sales Volunteer (Ticket Administrator)

What you’ll do:

• Arrive 1.5 hours before puck drop for a quick check-in and setup

• Sell 50/50 tickets in the arena until the end of the 2nd period

• Help us raise critical funds that support children with physical disabilities across Ontario

• After sales wrap up, enjoy the rest of the game from a designated volunteer area

Time Commitment:

• Approximately 4 hours per shift (includes arrival + ticket sales + wrap-up)

Want to get involved in more than hockey?
Volunteers who join our 50/50 team may also be invited to support other Easter Seals events throughout the year as opportunities come up—such as Celebrity Hockey tournaments, Celebrity Golf tournaments, and large gala events. If you’re interested in helping at additional events, let us know and we’ll keep you on our volunteer invite list!

Our Adult Day Program offers socialization, recreation and support for older adults living with dementia, chronic illnesses or mobility challenges.

• Volunteers play a valuable role in creating a fun, safe and engaging day for our participants
• We are looking for musicians or people to help with crafts, games, socialization, or support for the lunch program

Help Senior Wish expand into Simcoe County to ensure that no senior is left isolated, alone and feeling like society has forgotten them.  Help is especially needed to prepare for our Christmas Wish program starting in September.

Volunteer for our many projects such as:

• Granting Wishes for Seniors
• Christmas Bag of Love program
• Memory book program
• general good deeds for Senior

Volunteers would be responsible for stocking shelves, cleaning the store, re-organizing items, aseembling product, and assisting customers.

• Volunteers who are interested should visit the website to register to volunteer
• Volunteers must wear certified safety shoes (we can provide), be capable of lifting up to 25lbs, able to stand for extended periods of time and be comfortable with 2-3 step instructions

Welcomes donors to hospitality area of clinic

• offer refreshments
• give information and updates to donors
• answer questions, thank donors and give milestone donor recognition items
• observe donors and watch for adverse reactions
• keep hospitality area in good order

Volunteers will lead a gentle functional fitness program designed for community members aged 55+

The purpose of the program is to:
• Increase and maintain strength, coordination, balance and flexibility
• Improve health and energy
• Improve mobility and independence
• Prevent falls and decrease falls risk
• Meet new people and socialize

As a volunteer in this role, you will: 

• Assist with client intakes.
• Oversee and ensure smooth operation of the reception area at the office, including acting as first point of contact with the public.  
• Reply to general enquiries, information requests and voicemails, and direct incoming calls.  
• Provide access to the building, handle and relay couriers/deliveries, electronic and physical filing, and receive and process donations. 
• Support new personnel with onboarding and building orientations. 
• Support Supervisors/Managers with the general operation of administrative functions and special projects as needed. 
• Provide information and referrals on Canadian Red Cross services, programs, and volunteer opportunities.  

Mentor girls as they explore new challenges, develop ready-for-anything skills, and take on new challenges, in a safe and supportive atmosphere during weekly meetings and optional outings and camps.  A Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required and provided free of charge.  Two references and an interview are part of the screening process.

Visitor Services:

• front desk reception
• greeting visitors and providing general knowledge to patrons regarding exhibitions and programs
• performing sales transactions using the Smart Vendor Point of Sale program
• phone reception
   

Volunteer Drivers 
Our volunteer drivers use their own vehicles to provide an invaluable service by assisting staff and foster families with the transportation needs of children in the care of SMFC. Volunteer drivers transport children and their families to various appointments such as access visits, medical appointments and schools throughout Muskoka and the Simcoe County region at the request of the Agency. Punctuality and reliability are a necessity for this position. Our drivers are compensated a fair rate per kilometre.

Once fully trained, you will help us assist the police to search for lost and missing persons, and respond to emergencies in the community (e.g. natural disaster cleanup and support)
Applicants are asked to fill out the application form on our website.

Volunteer in our retail shop, deliver snacks to schools, singsong and party support at seniors centres and so much more.

Various volunteer opportunities, including ushering, bingo, set up and tear down of sets, data entry, assist with administrative duties and assisting with inventory of costumes and props. There are also opportunities to help with one time special events.

Volunteer duties vary depending on the role and will be discussed prior to an interview. Please call or email us first to inquire about which programs curently need volunteers, as some programs may be fully equipped with volunteers, and volunteer needs are constantly shifting.

Current opportunities:

• One-on-one Client Support - volunteers needed for Orillia, Midland and Collingwood

• Good Food Box – the second Wednesday of the month, unloading the produce truck, sorting and packing food boxes, volunteer delivery drivers, variety of shifts available – Barrie 

• Cooking Classes with the Urban Pantry program – Barrie 

• Assembling Harm Reduction Kits – once a month on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 9 am - 1 pm – Barrie 

• Client and Family Advisory Committee members - open to clients or family member/caregiver in the past 3 years 

We expect each board member to:
• Understand and abide by the organizationʼs, policies, programs, and needs.
• Read and understand the organizationʼs financial statements and board materials in
advance of meetings.
• Prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in board meetings

Open to learning opportunities to better understand the community our
organization serves.
• Respect the experiences of all who bring their voices and lived experiences on to the
board and into the boardroom and the organization.

Ensure balance of rent geared to income housing (Housing Services Act) and affordable housing are being maintained by property management.

We expect each board member to:
• Understand and abide by the organizationʼs, policies, programs, and needs.
• Read and understand the organizationʼs financial statements and board materials in
advance of meetings.
• Prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in board meetings

Open to learning opportunities to better understand the community our
organization serves.
• Respect the experiences of all who bring their voices and lived experiences on to the
board and into the boardroom and the organization.

Ensure balance of rent geared to income housing (Housing Services Act) and affordable housing are being maintained by property management.

As a Treasure Tails Volunteer you will report to the Store Manager, but will regularly liaise with fellow teammates to coordinate allocation of jewellery-related activities. Based on your field of expertise or area of interest, you may be involved in the identification, sorting, cleaning, carding and/or pricing of jewellery (including watches). This position entails volunteering from home and local pick-up / drop-off / sorting of jewellery, as required, in addition to tidying and setting-up jewellery displays after store hours on Mondays.

Depending on areas of interest, role and responsibilities may include:

• Liaising and meeting with Jewellery Team volunteers to sort donations into type and composition
• Collecting and returning jewellery (to / from store or teammates’ homes)
• Cleaning items
• Adding new backs to earrings
• Carding items for display
• Pricing according to brand / designer, age, original value, resale value, etc.
• Arranging in-store displays

Volunteers can assist with a variety of activities and programs including:  

• Special events and Entertainment
• Community Bus Outings  
• Friendly visits
• Small Group Programs (cards, reading, knitting)
• Special Interest Presentations
• In home Wellness appointment portering
• On call Palliative Visits 

*Currently looking for one volunteer to help digitize our song books (Nov 17, 2025)

Partnering with an adult living with an intellectual/develomental disability to serve drinks and prepared snacks in the Happy Day Cafe kiosk at Collingwood Public Library.  

Take inventory of supplies and report need for anything to be replenished.

Accept donations.

Provide friendly customer service, without judgement.

MUSCIAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR OUR ADULT DAY PROGRAM.  IF YOU SING, OR PLAY AN INSTRUMENT AND HAVE A HOUR A WEEK/MONTH TO COME AND ENTERTAIN OUR CLUB MEMBERS AT THE VON ADULT DAY PROGRAM IN COLLINGWOOD.

• Monitor pace of play utilizing Tag Marshal technology alongside the Pro Shop Attendant and the Professional Staff in addition to oncourse observation Ensure golfers adhere to course rules and regulations including course care
• Provide high-quality customer service to golfers, addressing their needs and resolving issues as they may arise throughout the day
• Assist with the coordination and set up of golf carts, member/guests bags, on course signage and specialty stations as required for both daily play and tournaments
• Enforce course safety guidelines
• Assist Starter at first tee during busy times
• Weekends are the busiest times at the course. Some weekends and holidays are required
• Maintain communication with the golf shop staff and Golf Operations staff
• Provide excellent customer service to golfers
• Perform other duties as assigned

The Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS) is a charitable organization delivering essential programs and services to thousands of pets and the people who care for them. The Campaign Awareness Ambassador plays a key role in raising awareness of these life-changing programs and the future vision of GTHS. By promoting our work, Ambassadors help lay the foundation for partnerships that are vital to fulfilling our mission.

This volunteer opportunity directly supports our capital campaign for the Regional Centre for Pets and People. Ambassadors will help shine a light on the need to expand for us to continue to provide critical services such as sheltering, medical care, spay/neuter surgeries, and the opportunity for every animal to have a bright future. Through community outreach and engagement, Campaign Awareness Ambassadors will help communicate the campaign’s goals and enhance its visibility, inspiring others to join us in creating lasting impact for pets and people alike.

Description

The GTHS Campaign Awareness Ambassador is the front-line person representing and providing the first impression of our organization to the public at third party events (i.e., farmers’ or artisan markets, community organization open houses, etc.). This role is integral to promoting the vision of the GTHS Capital Campaign and sharing the future direction of our programs and services within the community. This position is well suited for individuals who enjoy interacting with the public and are passionate about the vision and mission of the GTHS.   These volunteers will be supported by the following GTHS team members based on activity:

• Executive Director
• Campaign Manager

Time Commitment

2-6 hours on scheduled day.  Scheduled days will vary by event or activity. Individuals can indicate availability. These events are usually on weekends and evenings.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Greets and welcomes the public as they arrive at the GTHS booth for events or at the Animal Centre
• Promotes the Capital Campaign to the public, communicating the vision for the RCPP and illustrating the need for the new facility
• Liaises with the GTHS assigned Lead to ensure required materials are available to complete task assigned and reports any damage or losses incurred
• Coordinates pick-up / drop-off of the GTHS Event Kit, banners, folding tables, posters, coin boxes, etc. before / after use
• Accepts donations (financial or in-kind)
• Distributes promotional materials
• Proper set-up and take down of event and display materials

WORKING CONDITIONS

•  Physical demands of the position include standing for a prolonged period, as well as carrying and lifting (Event Kit, folding tables, banners, etc.).
• Physical limitations should be communicated to Lead, to accommodate where possible.

The GTHS Animal Hospital contains an Operating Room, Treatment Room, Examination Room, Pharmacy, X-Ray Room and a Hospital Intake / Recovery Area. Having an onsite hospital ensures animals receive timely, thorough and comprehensive care, saves dozens of daily phone calls, reduces trips back and forth to veterinary clinics, dramatically decreases the stress on the GTHS animals, and leads to the additional benefit of earlier adoption availability; so these animals find their forever home quickly.

The GTHS Animal Hospital is one of the only accessible spay/neuter hospitals serving Bruce, Grey and part of Simcoe County that performs 3,000 surgeries annually (an average of 50 surgeries per week), and subsidizing ~$770K in veterinary costs each year.

To promote pet wellness and safety, approximately 1,860 rabies vaccinations and 1,770 microchips are administered to GTHS Animal residents and community clients on an annual basis.

Description

Reporting to the Community Programs Coordinator (and the Director of Medicine), the Hospital Admissions Volunteer will be responsible for providing a warm welcome to Hospital clients and reviewing the same-day services booked for their pet or for Community Cats.

Time Commitment

One shift a week on weekdays from 7.50-10am (admissions take place from 8am until approximately 9.45am). See below for available shifts. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide warm welcome to Hospital clients
• Review services booked to ensure accuracy of Medical Record sheet
• Recommend additional items such as after-surgery wear, flea / tick prevention, vaccinations, I.D. microchips
• Take payments and add additional items to the patient’s surgical sheet
• Question animal’s general well-being and any health concerns
• Validate last time animal ate
• Confirm contact details with all clients
• Confirm availability with dog owners for potential early pick-up
• Photocopy veterinary records if not provided in advance
• Remind Hospital client of Discharge time and location
• Carry cat in carrier to the Hospital, as required
• Liaise with Registered Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistant to coordinate handling of dogs

Working Conditions:

• Physical demands of the position include bending, kneeling and carrying cats in carriers with a potential maximum weight of 7.6kg / 16.75lb

The GTHS Animal Hospital contains an Operating Room, Treatment Room, Examination Room, Pharmacy, X-Ray Room and a Hospital Intake / Recovery Area.    

Having an onsite hospital ensures animals receive timely, thorough and comprehensive care, saves dozens of daily telephone calls, reduces trips back and forth to veterinary clinics, dramatically decreases the stress on the GTHS animals, and leads to the additional benefit of earlier adoption availability; so these animals find their forever home quickly.  The GTHS Animal Hospital is one of the only accessible spay/ / neuter hospitals serving Bruce, Grey and part of Simcoe County that performs 3performs 3,000 surgeries annually (an average of 50 surgeries per week), and subsidizing ~$770K in veterinary costs each year.  

To promote pet wellness and safety, approximately 1,860 rabies vaccinations and 1,770 microchips are administered to GTHS Animal residents and community clients on an annual basis.    

Description

Reporting to the Community Programs Coordinator, the EOL & Hospital Admin Assistant* will be responsible for providing an empathetic, private and respectful customer service experience for pet owners who are euthanizing their beloved pet, in addition to ensuring that EOL logistics and administration are handled seamlessly.   * Training is required upon undertaking this role

Time Commitment

One shift a week (Tuesday – Friday) from 1.30 – 4.10pm (appointments take place between 2 – 4pm). Available shifts will be discussed at time of recruitment. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required.  

Roles and Responsibilities

• Set up Room 5 for EOL appointments    
  • clean and tidy room, as needed  
  • provide tissues, blanket and necessary aftercare products  
• Ensure EOL signage is posted and candle is lit  
• Liaise with EOL clients (before and after appointment)  
  • will include completion of the GTHS Euthanasia Consent Form and may include taking payment
  • explain process to the pet owner  
  • escort pet owner from the premises  
• Handle dogs and carry cats in carriers, as necessary  
• Assist with discharge and hospital administration (including upload of files to EZYVet)  
• Support the Community Programs Coordinator, as required  

    Working Conditions:    

• Physical demands of the position include bending, kneeling and carrying animals with a potential maximum weight of 22.6kg /50lb  
• Successful applicants will complete the following training upon joining this team and additional and/or updated training may be subsequently required:  
• Hospital Discharge training  
• End of Life training  
• Yellow GTHS Dog Walker / Handler training 

Treasure Tails retail store is part of the Georgian Triangle Humane Society and raises money by selling high quality home décor, women’s apparel, collectables, antiques and more, generously donated by our community.

All profits from sales go directly to supporting the Animal Centre and Treasure Tails is one of the GTHS’ largest fundraisers.

Description As a Treasure Tails Customer Service Volunteer, you will report to the Store Manager and will be responsible for the day-to-day customer service operations at the store, including sales, interacting with customers, money transactions, light housekeeping of the store premises and arranging items for display. You will also be expected to promote awareness of the GTHS, its public programs, promotions and the Animal Centre. Time Commitment Customer Service shifts run Sunday to Wednesday from 10.45am until approximately 3.30pm, and Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 9.45am until approximately 1pm or from 1pm until approximately 5pm. Available volunteer opportunities are noted at the bottom of this posting. Volunteers are expected to familiarize themselves with new items instore and special promotions at the start of their shift. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required. Roles and Responsibilities Main areas of responsibility:

• Provide assistance and excellent customer service to customers instore
• Respond to telephone / in person enquiries
• Coordinate with donors to book computerized donations appointments
• Proactively promote items on special offer
• Handle money and electronic sales transactions
• Record purchases by hand
• Wrap / bag purchases
• Regularly sanitize counter
• Monitor customers’ movements and blind spots for theft prevention purposes
• Respond to / refer enquiries relating to GTHS services and the animal centre
• After closing, tally day’s transactions, then photograph and email/text Daily Receipts slips
• Sweep / vacuum and mop prior to store opening or after closing
• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures

Assistance when store is less busy:

• Assist with acceptance of items being donated, if / as appropriate
• Assist with merchandising of incoming goods and / or filling gaps post-sale (hanging and on shelves)
• Tidy and replenish jewellery and watch displays, as appropriate
• Dusting and maintain tidy store

We need volunteers to assist at our Cycle For Hope fundraiser, we have a number of volunteer positions that need to be filled: 

Volunteer Roles: 

1. Set-up and tear down

Role Duties

• Help set up the event site
• Put up tables, tents and banners
• Clean up and put everything away once the ride is complete 

2. Registration

Role Duties

• Welcome and register the rider
• Provide rider with appropriate wristband and instruct them to place it on and that it will be used as their lunch voucher after their ride.

3. Route Directions/Nutrition Station

Role Duties:

• Ensure that riders are on the right track and making correct turns
• As Riders approach you, either point or vocalize where they are going and cheer them on!
• Offer fruit and waters that is available for Riders
• When the ride is complete on your way back - do a quick sweep of any riders along the way

The GTHS Cat Care Team reports to the Cat Care Coordinator. Whereas Cat Care Team Members are usually assigned a specific room (an Adoptions Room or a Quarantine / Isolation Room), this Cat Care Team Member will provide all-round Cat Care support, based on day-to-day needs. This volunteer will be assigned to Quarantine / Isolation Room 4 (which is used sporadically for cats who are sick and aren’t quite ready for adoption), but may be directed to assist in Room 3 if no cats are in Room 4. When no assistance is required in either Quarantine / Isolation Room, this Team Member will support volunteers in the Adoption Rooms. Responsibilities include providing nutrition, as well as mental and physical stimulation or interaction, to the feline residents in Room 4 and/or other areas they are assisting within.  All Cat Care Team Members are responsible for sweeping and mopping the floor, dishes, laundry, and maintaining clean and organized litter, feeding stations, kitten / cat kennels and communal areas.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and organized litter, kennels, counter tops and communal areas (shelving, windows, etc.)
• Disinfect toys (loose and in kennels), scratching posts, wooden boxes, climbing apparatus, etc.
• Feed cats / kittens wet food (as appropriate), provide fresh water and maintain feeding stations
• Wash up any dirty animal dishes
• Perform laundry tasks (gather dirty laundry and assist with washing, drying and folding linens)
• Dispose of garbage and recyclables
• Wipe all surfaces after use
• When not working out of Room 4:
  • Assist in Room 3, upon assignment by Cat Care Coordinator
  • Liaise with Adoption Room Team Members to assist where needed
• Assist the Cat Care Coordinator with ad hoc needs
• As required / upon request:
  • Place cats ready for ‘moving up’ into carriers
  • Carry cats in carriers to the appropriate room / kennel
  • Weigh cats with assistance from the Cat Care Coordinator
  • Clean floors in the Animal Kitchen
• Interact with cats for socialization and enrichment purposes
  • Stimulate and interact with cats (includes grooming, play and snuggles)
  • Reduce cat stress and improve their overall wellness
  • Provide cognitive stimulation and encourage curiosity
  • Provide places for cats to hide and perch, as appropriate
  • Stimulate cats’ hunting instinct
  • Make enrichment items (food puzzles, cat cabins…)
• Identify and report any behavioural concerns
• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures
• Use online Contact List & Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage

Emergency Boarding Foster Volunteers provide a safe, loving and temporary home for pets whose owners cannot currently look after them due to an emergency situation (in hospital, rehabilitation or escaping from domestic violence). Boarding is provided for dogs or cats, based on the species you decide upon, and will range from 1-6 months. You must have the ability to separate the foster animal from any pets in your home by keeping them in a separate room, if necessary.  We will provide training and all the supplies you need.

Our Animal Care Team look after more than 1500 animals onsite annually and, thanks to our Foster Volunteers, more than 1000 additional cats and dogs are cared for in loving foster homes.

Description

Emergency Boarding Foster Volunteers are responsible for helping the cat/dog in their care thrive until they are ready to be reclaimed by their owner.  This will include feeding the animals at least twice a day, possibly more, cleaning litter boxes (for cats), exercising (for dogs) and socializing the animals.  It may also include administering oral medications.  
Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and tidy environment
• Provide treats, food, clean water and clean bedding as required
• Clean and change kitty litter, as required
• Bathe and groom dog, as necessary and if comfortable doing so
• Provide a structured and loving environment
• Assist in the maintenance of the animal’s health and welfare (includes exercise for dogs)
• Administer medication, as required and as instructed
• Ensure any veterinary appointments are kept
• Ensure animal is safe and secure
• Return animal to GTHS Animal Centre upon request
• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures

In the absence of any federal or provincial government funding, the GTHS organizes multiple events annually to raise much-needed funds.  We are seeking talented, outgoing and passionate individuals who can help us reach our fundraising goals and, in turn, support thousands of homeless animals.

This is NOT a traditional fundraising role – our Fundraising Committee Members use their unique talents and interests to make our events a success (and thereby help us raise funds).  Apply today to make a difference by using your organizational, planning, admin, sales, networking and/or people skills!

Our ‘signature’ events for 2026 are in the process of being planned - dates and event details will be provided upon application.

As a result of as our programs and services, every year more than 1500 homeless cats and dogs are provided shelter, 1300 animals find a new home, 4000 youth are positively impacted, approximately 3000 spay/neuter/dental/specialized surgeries are performed, and in excess of 1000 pets are supported through our Pet Pantry program.

Description

Fundraising Committee Members have drive, passion and ideas to support the implementation and success of our events – all while having fun! Each Committee Member will assume specific roles and responsibilities based on their strengths (for example: marketing, networking, people management, fundraising, sourcing…), and will be involved from inception and initial planning, all the way through to execution of the event itself and post-event activities. Bring your strengths but be prepared to pitch in! Members will provide progress updates at committee meetings so, as a team, we can evaluate where we are and realign when necessary; to ensure the success of our events. Committee members may also be expected to develop existing and potential sponsor / donor relationships.
Roles and Responsibilities

• Attend regular committee meetings (in-person and/or via Zoom or Teams)
• Participate in event development from inception through completion
• Activities (as determined as part of an Action Plan) based on each Committee Member’s experience and skill set, and event needs
• Assist with event set-up and take down
• Attend full event to assist where needed
• Engage in post-event wrap activities
• Provide event stewardship (thank you calls, cards, etc.) in the days immediately following the event

The GTHS believes that pets deserve to stay with their families regardless of logistical or financial challenges faced by their parents.

Access to Care programs support pets and their families through programs that work to make veterinary care more accessible, help battle food insecurity and provide temporary housing during crisis.

The GTHS Pet Pantry Program, established in 2020, is a donation-based program aimed to ensure that pet food is more accessible for individuals and families who are in need.  In 2023, the GTHS supported approximately 1,000 pets through the Pet Pantry Program and distributed 28,000 meals in the community.

Last year, the Pet Pantry Program expanded to include 9 Community Depots in various locations: in Collingwood, The Town of the Blue Mountains, Wasaga Beach and Clearview Township. The service is strictly confidential.

Description

Reporting to the Community Programs Supervisor, the Pet Pantry Volunteer is responsible for repackaging and/or collecting pet food and supplies from the Animal Centre for delivery to local Pet Pantry depots or pet owners’ homes, to assist members of our community who are temporarily unable to provide the day-to-day necessities for their pets. Pet Pantry bagging takes place on an as needed basis, and deliveries take place on Tuesdays and on Fridays.  
Roles and Responsibilities

• Liaise with Customer Service Coordinator and Community Program Supervisor for inbound pet food deliveries, Pet Pantry supplies required and delivery locations
• Maintain tidy and organized Pet Pantry shelves
  • Restock shelves from supplies in garage and/or container, as appropriate
• Repackage pet food into 1kg Zip Lock bags
• Source supplies and load vehicle at Animal Centre
  • Exercise judgement and accurately select supplies requested
  • Ensure items are properly stored/secured during transportation
• Deliver supplies to Pet Pantry depots and/or pet owners
  • Meet pet owners at street level
  • Ensure contactless delivery during pandemic
• Provide friendly, non-judgemental, quality customer service
• Promote additional Outreach programs and services, as appropriate
• Ensure any appropriate documentation is available and/or signed
• Maintain clean and tidy GTHS van (inside and outside), if used
• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures
• Ensure photocopy of valid / most recent version of G2 driver’s license is retained by GTHS

Overview & Impact: The Food Fairy is integral to maintaining the welfare of our cats and kittens. This position starts early in the morning to ensure that all feline residents have finished eating prior to the Cat Care Team coming onsite to prepare the Adoption Rooms for the day and in readiness for any medications to be administered. Our Cat and Dog Care Teams care for more than 1500 animals annually onsite at our Animal Centre.

Description: The GTHS Food Fairy reports to the Cat Care Coordinator and ensures that all kittens and cats in the building are fed. Other duties include topping up water, washing food dishes, tidying, record keeping as necessary and following the feeding chart accurately.

Time Commitment: 1-2 hours per week. This position can start any time from 6am, for duties to be concluded by 8am. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Feed cats and kittens in Adoption Rooms, Lobby and Isolation / Quarantine Rooms appropriate wet food (based on dietary requirements) or remove food, as appropriate
• Feed kittens / cats / sick felines in appropriate order for infection control purposes
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when present in each Isolation / Quarantine Room
• Provide fresh drinking water, dry food and wet food in clean bowls and dishes
• Remove and wash dirty animal dishes
• Disinfect work surfaces, as necessary
• Check all kennels and cages are properly locked before leaving each room
• Dispose of garbage and recyclables, as necessary
• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures
• Use online Contact List & Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage

Under adult supervision 2-4 hours per week, mowing greens, cleaning equipment, weeding, shop clean up, other small maintenance activities as required.

Providing assistance to special groups attending the club, such as library night, Cystic Fibrosis "Lawn Summer Nights" event.

Volunteering at the club is a win-win for students and the club. Students gain experience, training and they free up some of the club members who usually provide numerous hours of greens maintenance every season. 

Time off:

The club provides back-up/filing-in for students who are away for valid reasons, such as family vacation, illness, etc. Please keep the coordinator fully informed of absences in a timely manner. 

Wiidookdaadiwin is a lookout site built to honour and acknowledge Indigenous and settler relations in Simcoe County. There are Indigenous plantings and story boards in both Ojibway and Engish, and a tremendous vistia lookout of Georgian Bay and the region. 

We are looking for summer volunteers to assist with daily operations such as opening and closing the site. This will require the volunteer to have a car and ideally live locally. Volunteers will also be required to particiapte in special events such as the official grand opening in June, 2025. Further terms and dates for these roles are negotiable. We are looking for 3-5 volunteers for the summer from May to September, 2025.

The site is located at 2816 George Johnston Road, Springwater, Ontario. 

We are looking for volunteers to assist with special events with the programs department, taking residents outside, delivering internal mail and various independent programs with residents.

Volunteers required for assisting at activity programs:

• Special events
• Outings
• Meal assistance
• Friendly visiting
• Transporting residents to and from programs
• Simcoe Cycling Without Age 
• Entertainment/Music

Assist parents, caregivers and children prenatal to age 6yrs through a variety of services.  Encourage play and inquiry-based learning to promote child engagement and parent education.

Accept, sort, price donations of household items: furniture; books; artwork; dishes; jewellery and other unique items for resale.  Create store displays and stock shelves.  Assist customers as needed.  Support staff with sales and checkout (may involve handling cash). 

May involve working with other volunteers, some of whom are people supported by E3 (ie.  adults living with intellectual/developmental disabilities).

Overview:
A Peer Supporter with Badge of Life Canada plays a crucial role in providing emotional and psychological support to Public Safety Personnel (police officers, firefighters, paramedics, correctional officers, nurses, military personnel) and their families who are experiencing operational stress injuries (OSI) such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Peer Supporters create a safe, confidential, and empathetic space for individuals to share their experiences, challenges, and feelings without judgment. Through lived experience and understanding, they help others navigate mental health challenges, build resilience, and find a path to recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Offer Emotional Support: Provide a non-judgmental and compassionate environment for individuals to express their feelings and challenges.
• Active Listening: Use active listening skills to understand the concerns of participants, ensuring they feel heard and validated.
• Share Lived Experience: Draw upon personal experiences in the public safety or military field (or from supporting a loved one in this field) to connect with participants, offering hope and encouragement.
• Promote Mental Wellness Resources: Help participants access additional mental health resources and services as needed, including therapy, counseling, and Badge of Life Canada’s educational programs.
• Confidentiality: Maintain the confidentiality of all discussions and interactions in accordance with Badge of Life Canada's policies.
• Collaborate with Professionals: Work closely with mental health professionals, facilitators, and the Badge of Life Canada team to ensure participants receive the best possible support.
• Provide Crisis Intervention: Recognize signs of crisis in participants and, if necessary, escalate the situation to appropriate professionals for further intervention.

Training and Support:
Badge of Life Canada provides comprehensive training to all Peer Supporters. Our training program equips you with the tools and skills needed to effectively support individuals dealing with operational stress injuries. This includes training in:

• Active listening techniques
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation
• Recognizing signs of OSI and PTSD
• Confidentiality and ethical boundaries
• Best practices for peer support in a public safety context

Ongoing support and supervision will be provided to ensure Peer Supporters have access to guidance and resources while serving in their roles.

Qualifications:

• Lived experience as a Public Safety Personnel, military member, or as a family member of someone in these roles.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to actively listen.
• Empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental attitude.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Willingness to participate in all required training sessions.

Commitment:
Peer Supporters are asked to dedicate time to facilitate or participate in peer support meetings, either virtually or in person, on a regular basis (typically weekly or bi-weekly). Flexibility in schedule is important, as meetings may vary depending on participant needs.

Impact:
As a Peer Supporter with Badge of Life Canada, you will play a vital role in helping individuals and families cope with the challenges of operational stress injuries. Your support can make a meaningful difference in their mental health journey, providing them with hope, strength, and a path toward healing.

Canine Foster Volunteers provide a safe, loving and temporary home for puppies, senior dogs and adult dogs with specific needs.  You must have the ability to separate the foster animals from any pets in your home by keeping them in a separate room, if necessary.  We will provide training and all the supplies you need.

Annually, our Animal Care Team look after more than 1500 animals onsite and, thanks to our Foster Volunteers, more than 1000 additional cats and dogs were cared for in loving foster homes.

Description

Canine Foster Volunteers are responsible for helping puppies (litter sizes can range from 4-6 puppies), seniors and / or adult dogs in their care thrive until they are ready to be adopted.  This will include feeding the animals at least twice a day, possibly more, potty training (for puppies), and exercising and socializing the animals.  It may also include bottle feeding and administering oral medications.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and tidy environment
• Provide treats, food, clean water and clean bedding as required
• Provide puppy pee-pad training, if necessary
• Bathe and groom dogs, as necessary and if comfortable doing so
• Interact with dogs for walks, training and socialization
• Provide a structured environment and reinforce behaviours that make dogs more adoptable
• Assist in the maintenance of dogs’ health and welfare
• Administer medication, as required and as instructed
• Ensure any veterinary appointments are kept
• Return dogs to GTHS Animal Centre as required (for surgery, treatment, adoption…)
• Ensure dogs are safe and secure
• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures

Description

Cat Care & Centre Volunteers report to the Cat Care Coordinator (CCC) and liaise with their teammates to share the afternoon routine and duties. Shared responsibilities include ensuring our Animal Centre is clean and tidy, rooms and carts are fully stocked, and feline residents receive mental and physical stimulation in addition to food and clean litter.

Time Commitment

Approximately 3 hours per week. This position starts at 1pm until approximately 4pm. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with fellow Cat Care & Centre Volunteers to share the afternoon’s routine and duties, including rotating responsibility for ‘front of house’ and ‘back of house’
• Cleaning and tidying:
  • Communal areas’ surfaces and floors are cleaned, tidied and disinfected (communal areas = Volunteer Cubby and Desk, Animal Kitchen, Human Kitchen, lunchroom, hallways and washrooms)
  • Medical Intake Room floors are swept and mopped
  • Hallway carts are sanitized
  • Laundry (washing, drying, folding linens)
  • Dishes (wash up dirty animal dishes, load / empty dishwasher)
  • Disinfect any used cat carriers and / or kennels and put them away neatly
  • Scoop litter boxes and, as needed, disinfect litter pans
  • Dispose of garbage and recyclables
• Hallway carts, Animal Kitchen and all Cat Care Rooms are replenished with food, litter and required supplies
• Feed wet food to kittens and adult cats (as directed by CCC)
• Top up water and dry food (if needed)
• Fill out kennel cards to ensure accurate record keeping
• Assist with cat kennels, as needed
  • Remove contents of empty kennels for adopted cats and terminal clean
  • Ensure post-surgical cats’ kennels are set back up once each cat has safely recovered from anesthesia
• Interact with cats for socialization and enrichment* purposes
  • Adapt activities based on cats being interacted with
  • Stimulate and interact with cats (includes grooming, play and snuggles)
  • Provide company for cats that are “social eaters” to help them eat better
  • Reduce cat stress and improve their overall wellness
  • Provide cognitive stimulation and encourage curiosity
  • Provide places for cats to hide and perch, as appropriate
  • Stimulate cats’ hunting instinct
  • Make enrichment items (food puzzles, cat cabins…)
• Identify and report any behavioural or health concerns to CCC
• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures
• Assist CCC (if needed)
• Use online Contact List & Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be physically able to complete the tasks listed above (will involve bending, kneeling, lifting, walking, mopping). Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. gloves, gowns and booties MUST be worn when volunteering in Room 3 and/or in Room 4. Gloves are always to be worn when cleaning litterboxes, stool or vomit.

The Cat Care Team works to increase the welfare and health of GTHS feline residents. The Cat Care Team works as a group and/or individually to care for our cats and maintains high cleanliness standards in our Adoption Rooms, as well as our Quarantine and Isolation Rooms. This role is integral to maintaining a bright, clean and healthy environment for our cats, kittens, volunteers, visitors and potential adopters. Playing with and cuddling the cats is required!

Annually, our Cat and Dog Care Teams care for more than 1500 animals onsite at our Animal Centre.

Description

The GTHS Cat Care Team reports to the Cat Care Coordinator and Cat Care Team Members are assigned a specific room (an Adoptions Room or a Quarantine / Isolation Room) to provide nutrition, as well as mental and physical stimulation or interaction, to the feline residents in their room. Cat Care Team Members are also responsible for sweeping and mopping the floor, maintaining clean and organized litter, feeding stations, kitten or cat kennels and communal areas. Other duties such as dishes and laundry are also included.

Time Commitment

2-3 hours per week. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required (unless approved for student / community hours). Shift times are: 8-11am

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and organized litter, kennels, counter tops and communal areas (shelving, windows, etc.) in the assigned room(s)
• Disinfect toys (loose and in kennels), scratching posts, wooden boxes, climbing apparatus, etc. in the assigned room
• Feed cats / kittens wet food (as appropriate), provide fresh water and maintain feeding stations
• Wash up any dirty animal dishes
• Perform laundry tasks (gathering dirty laundry in sacks if assigned to Room 3, and all Team Members assist with washing, drying and folding linens)
• Dispose of garbage and recyclables
• Wipe all surfaces after use
• Tasks specific to the room assigned include:
  • Wiping surfaces and floors in the Animal Kitchen, as necessary
  • Placing cats ready for ‘moving up’ into carriers
  • Carrying cats in carriers to the appropriate Adoptions Room / kennel
  • Weighing cats (if specified on Kennel Cards), with assistance from the Cat Care Coordinator as required
• Interact with cats for socialization and enrichment purposes
  • Adapt activities based on cats being interacted with
  • Stimulate and interact with cats (includes grooming, play and snuggles)
  • Reduce cat stress and improve their overall wellness
  • Provide cognitive stimulation and encourage curiosity
  • Provide places for cats to hide and perch, as appropriate
  • Stimulate cats’ hunting instinct
  • Make enrichment items (food puzzles, cat cabins…)
• Identify and report any behavioural concerns
• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures
• Use online Contact List & Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage

The Georgian Triangle Humane Society is a not-for-profit charity that provides abandoned, neglected and abused domestic animals a second chance in life at a forever home. The Adoptions Team facilitates the adoption and subsequent retention of approximately 1300 homeless animals annually, and the Dog Adoption Counselor contributes towards this success by answering any questions about dog ownership, the adoption process and the dogs and puppies available for adoption. This role is integral to matching the right dog (personality type, energy level, special home requirements, etc.) with the right adopter.

Description

Reporting to the Adoptions Coordinator, the Dog Adoption Counselor prepares adoption kits, answers questions about the dogs and puppies we have available for adoption and conducts ‘Meet & Greets’ with our dogs and potential adopters. The Dog Adoption Counselor also assists with the completion of adoption applications and facilitates the adoption.

Time Commitment

From 11.45am until approximately 4.15pm.  A minimum commitment of six months is required.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Consistent and open communication with Adoptions Coordinator
• Review information on dogs available for adoption prior to Adoption Hours (name, age, size, background, medical / special needs, etc.)
• Spend time with dogs to assist with the perfect match
• Answer visitors’ and potential adopters’ questions about dogs available for adoption
• Answer basic questions about the organization
• Seize opportunities during conversation to transition potential adopters into volunteers or donors
• Outline ‘Adopters Welcome’ process to potential adopters
• Assist adopters with completion of adoption applications
• Ensure any behavioural or health related questions specific to the animal are communicated
• Diligently and thoroughly address concerns raised by adopters to prevent adoption returns
• Liaise with Dog Care staff to arrange dog leash up for ‘Meet & Greets’ and upon successful adoption
• Decide on suitability of potential adopter for dog selected
• Assist Customer Service Coordinators with adoption processing
• Assist Cat Adoption Counselor during shift, as needed
• Create dog name tags
• Prepare adoption kits on an as needed basis

Qualifications

• 18 years of age minimum
• Demonstrates understanding and passion for animal welfare
• Experience working with or handling dogs
• GTHS Dog Care training is required
• Self-motivated
• Excellent customer service skills
• Good communication skills
• Administrative skills
• Ability to follow protocol
• Ability to work alone and in a team environment
• Knowledge of, or experience with, PetPoint an asset
• Versed at using a device such as an iPad / tablet
• Willingness to learn Cat Adoption Counselor role, to support teammates as needed (cross-training will be provided)

Working Conditions

• Completion of online Customer Service Training module before commencing volunteer duties
• Completion of ‘Fear Free’ training is a prerequisite (details will be provided to complete this free, online training program)
• GTHS Yellow Dog Walker / Handler status will need to be gained in order to interact with dogs

Reporting to the Director of Medicine and Hospital Registered Veterinary Technician, the Hospital Assistant Volunteer will be responsible for maintaining the Operating Room and prep area, as well as overseeing the maintenance and packing of surgical instruments.

  Roles and Responsibilities

• Wash / sterilize surgical instruments (by hand and / or using the autoclave)
• Make up surgical packs in line with the next day’s surgeries
• Maintain an orderly Surgical Room and Prep Room
  • Disinfect / sterilize surgical equipment
  • Store surgical equipment and instruments appropriately
  • Clean and disinfect cages, surfaces, counter tops and surrounding areas
  • Clean floors
  • Dispose of garbage and recyclables
  • Perform washing up and laundry tasks (washing, drying and folding linens)
• Assist Hospital staff as required
• Follow appropriate protocol, legislation and regulations

  Working Conditions: 

• Physical demands of the position include bending, some kneeling, and working with surgical grade cleaning products
• Training will be provided

Overview & Impact: The GTHS Animal Hospital contains an Operating Room, Treatment Room, Examination Room, Pharmacy, X-Ray Room and a Hospital Intake / Recovery Area.

Having an onsite hospital ensures animals receive timely, thorough and comprehensive care, saves dozens of daily phone calls, reduces trips back and forth to veterinary clinics, dramatically decreases the stress on the GTHS animals, and leads to the additional benefit of earlier adoption availability; so these animals find their forever home quickly.

The GTHS Animal Hospital is one of the only accessible spay/neuter hospitals serving Bruce, Grey and part of Simcoe County that performs 3,000 surgeries annually (an average of 50 surgeries per week), and subsidizing ~$770K in veterinary costs each year.

To promote pet wellness and safety, approximately 1,800 rabies vaccinations and 1,750 microchips are administered to GTHS Animal residents and community clients on an annual basis.

Position Summary: Reporting to the Community Programs Coordinator (and the Director of Medicine), the Hospital Discharge Volunteer will be responsible for discharging animals to the public after their Hospital appointment / surgery, as well as overseeing the cleanliness of the Hospital Intake Room.

• Public hospital discharges
• Speak to pet owners to relay how the surgery went and if there were any concerns
• Ensure pet owners understand post-op and medication instructions
• Review microchip information, as appropriate
• Ensure onesie or cone is supplied, if appropriate
• Return cats to their owners and coordinate with the Hospital RVT to bring dogs out to their owners
• Accept payment for add-on services, as appropriate
• Set up the Hospital Intake Room for the following morning’s intakes; including making kennel cards and labels for the next day’s animals
• Set up dog kennels in the garage/storage area, if additional kennels are required
• Clean and tidy the Hospital Intake Room once animals have departed; including wiping down kennels, tidying up, sweeping and mopping the floor
• Assist the Community Programs Coordinator or Hospital staff as required
• Follow appropriate protocol, legislation and regulations

Overview: Treasure Tails retail store is part of the Georgian Triangle Humane Society and raises money by selling high quality home décor, women’s apparel, collectables, antiques and more, generously donated by our community. All profits from sales go directly to supporting the Animal Centre and historically Treasure Tails has been one of the GTHS’ largest fundraisers.

Position Summary: As a Treasure Tails Volunteer, you will ultimately report to the Store Manager, however, your regular ‘supervisor’ will be the volunteer who oversees our Jewellery Team. Based on your field of expertise or area of interest, you will be involved in the identification, sorting, cleaning, carding and/or pricing of jewellery (including watches).

This position entails volunteering from home and local pick-up / drop-off / sorting of jewellery, as required.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include:

• Liaising with Jewellery Team 'supervisor'
• Meeting with Jewellery Team volunteers to sort donations into type and composition
• Collecting and returning jewellery (to / from store or teammates' homes)
• Cleaning items
• Adding new backs to earrings
• Carding items for display
• Pricing according to brand / designer, age, original value, resale value, etc.
• Arranging in-store displays

Assist staff to deliver various programs such as crafts, bingo, outings and trips for adults with diverse disabilities. We offer a hybrid approach that involves both in-person programs at our Centre and virtual programs.

Volunteers tasks:
• Telephone check-ins with our Consumers
• Accompny consumers at programs at the Centre
• Organizational/administrative assistance for our Connecting with Seniors program
• Opportunity to do crafting or recipe videos for our social media outlets
• Other opportunities

Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring programs provides children and youth with a role model to talk to and share the experiences of growing up with. Through regular outings, a relationship is developed between the mentor and the mentee, which is built on trust and common interests, and is supported by our experienced case-workers. The result is a life-changing experience for both the mentor and the mentee.

Members of the GTHS Dog Care Team work with puppies and dogs of all sizes, shapes and backgrounds (stray, surrendered, neglected, abused, healthy, recovering from surgery, may be easy to handle or may require training for behavioural issues…).

Annually, our Cat and Dog Care Teams care for more than 1500 animals onsite at our Animal Centre.

Description

Reporting to the Dog Care Coordinator, AM Dog Care Volunteers help to maintain the health and welfare of GTHS dogs. This role entails taking care of our dogs’ environment by cleaning their kennels and outdoor runs, and being responsible for food preparation and feeding our dogs their breakfast. If interested and when time permits, AM Dog Care Volunteers interact with our dogs by assisting with our Canine Enrichment Program.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance of dogs’ health and welfare
  • Maintain clean and organized kennels (inside and outside)
  • Disinfect kennels and toys
  • Prepare and provide treats, breakfast and clean water as required or instructed
  • Wash up any dirty animal dishes (in Animal Equipment Room)
  • Assist with Animal Centre laundry (washing, drying and folding linens)
  • Dispose of garbage and recyclables
  • Ensure dogs are safe and secure
• If interested and time permits:
  • Dog bathing, grooming, Room 5 petting, time in Dog Yard or X-Pen
  • Interact with dogs for walks, training and socialization
  • Reinforce behaviours that make dogs more adoptable
• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures
• Use online Contact List & Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage

To interact with GTHS dogs:

• Must be confident with dogs
• Current dog handling and/or training experience is required
• Medium and/or large dog experience is required
• Willingness and ability to complete the GTHS Dog Care Program (training from Green to Yellow Dog Walker status) is a must upon joining the Dog Care Team, as is the completion of any future intermittent training

Community volunteers are trained to work as part of a team to assist victims of crime or tragedy by providing emotional support, practical assistance and community referrals. Support can be on-site or by phone. Referrals are from police and community agencies.

Do you have a passion for finances and helping people create a budget? Are you interested in learning how to facilitate financial literacy workshops with materials that will be provided to you? If so, please read the workshop description below. 

"Costs keep rising and money doesn’t stretch. People in your communities are struggling to stay housed, are deciding between buying food or paying for vital medicines, and are scared. Speaking with a knowledgeable, empathetic person can help people create a plan to move forward in a positive way. This interactive workshop will help you learn to work through a budget with someone and help them find resources and use various strategies to manage their finances."

 As a crisis responder you may be asked to assist the OPP or other first responders to help victims and/or families. 

• Driving a wheelchair accessible vehicle for members of the community who, because of their need for a wheelchair, aren't able to use other transportation.
• Pick up clients and their escort at assigned time, deliver to their destination.
• Keep a schedule for appointments.
• Use provided equipment to ensure driver and client safety.
• Drivers are not responsible for clients while at their appointment/destination.

Coaching various track and field events:  i.e. sprint/hurdles; mid-distance, jumps

Offers a full range of volunteer opportunities including supporting and leading program activities for Members, Gilda's Greeters, Clubhouse-based volunteers for activities, general clubhouse support, Program support, helping with fundraising, special events, and outreach.

Youth volunteers are needed and opportunities are available during July and August for Summer camp support. Contact the volunteer Manager for more info. 

• To volunteer, contact Roxanne Dinova, Volunteer, Events & Outreach Manager Volunteer at Gilda's Club

Variety of volunteer positions which focus on patients, visitors and staff. Positions available in ambulatory care reception, Inpatient Units, gift shop, reminder telephoning, diagnostic imaging Xray, CT, Mammography, Bone Density, MRI, Surgical Day Care (Post anaesthetic care unit). ICU and Emergency Department

The South Georgian Bay Community Health Centre provides volunteer opportunities to the South Georgian Bay region.

 
Current programs offering volunteer opportunities include:  

• mental health programs  
• physical exercise groups  
• nutrition education  
• chronic disease management groups  
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• social support groups, hobbies and crafts groups, and more

Eligibility: 16 years and older

Application Process: E-mail the health centre at volunteer@sgbchc.ca, phone or apply via the website.

Scan patrons tickets on entry to the theatre.

Assist them in finding their seat(s).

Provide assistance as needed, including lighting by flashlight, when entering or leaving the theatre during a performance.

Put seats up and pick up paper, water bottles etc. after theatre is emptied. Rubber gloves and garbage bags are supplied. 

Help us keep kids close to home! Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions is looking for Foster Care Providers! 
 
Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions is a Child Welfare (Simcoe & Muskoka) and Children’s Mental Health (Muskoka only) agency licensed by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. We support children, youth, families and communities with multiple services including fostering for children and youth up to 18 years old.  
 
Our agency has an urgent need for foster care providers across Simcoe and Muskoka. We are looking for diverse caregivers who understand children’s needs. Children & Youth lose so much when they have to leave their community. Foster caregivers provide a safe home and a temporary solution for children and youth, while their families make the changes needed for them to come back home. 
 
Would you consider opening your home and heart to providing care to youth and children? Fostering can be challenging, but it’s a very rewarding career. You don’t have to be perfect to make a difference in the life of a child. Fostering can be flexible and fit in with your lifestyle! 
 
We encourage all applicants to apply regardless of sex, gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, orientation or religion.  
 
Our application process, training and support will prepare you for your fostering journey. We find that all successful foster parents believe that the rewards of fostering, including building strong, loving relationships that last a lifetime, far outweigh the challenges involved. We offer a rate of $85/$155 a day per child to help support the cost of raising healthy, happy children and youth. Please inquirer today!
 
We look forward to hearing from you! Please share with anyone you think might be interested!

Be a team leader to take group of children around to various activities at Sonlight Camp

There are two sessions this year

Camp 1: August 5-8 (Tuesday to Friday) Ages 5-12
Camp 2: August 11-15 (Monday to Friday) Ages 5-12
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

There is before care 8:00 am to 8:45 am and after care 4:15 pm to 5:00 pm

CLASS has varied volunteer opportunities! From being a buddy to one of our exceptional individuals to assisting with fundraising events.

All volunteer opportunities provide a flexible schedule to always meet your needs and availability.  
 
Excellent source of social services experience for students or adults who wish to enter the developmental field! 
 
Must provide a completed Criminal Reference and Vulnerable Person's Check.

Kids Help Phone’s texting service is the only free, 24/7 bilingual text line for people in Canada. The service is delivered by trained, volunteer crisis responders who work remotely. 

We are recruiting overnight and or bilingual crisis responders who will answer texts from young people looking for support in both English AND French.

The volunteer position will be remote, meaning that you can participate from anywhere in Canada as long you have a strong, reliable internet connection!  

Our volunteers need to be enthusiastic about helping people!

You can be a professional, student, teacher, retiree, or anybody else with a willingness to learn how to support people over text.  

The role of a crisis responder is to bring texters from a “hot” moment to a cool calm one, and to help them come up with a plan to stay healthy and safe.

Crisis responders are trained to do this using active listening and collaborative problem-solving.

• Special events
• Art programming
• Outings
• Friendly visiting
• Gardening
• Spiritual care
• Palliative Care

• Volunteer to be the 2nd adult along with the music teacher
• Time slots available are Mon-Thu 3:30 pm-6 pm, Sep-May

As a Volunteer, you would attend monthly meetings, help out with special events, and may take on responsibilities for specific duties - ie. advertising, concession stand, etc. 
 
There are a variety of volunteer opportunities including volunteering at bingo on behalf of the Friends of the Museum.

Tear down and re-arrange exhibits. Design, build, research and install new and existing exhibits in coordination with the Museum Curator.

Outside maintenance such as snow shoveling, lawn cutting, gardening, painting etc.

Indoor maintenance would require cleaning inside the museum at the blacksmith shop, fire hall and concession stand.

Assist in one or all special events that take place at the Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Archives including: Winterama, Easter Eggstravaganza, Canada Day, Tea & Tarts, Spirit Walk, Doors Open, Halloween Spooktacular and/or Breakfast with Santa.  

To assist with bingos.

Make a meaningful impact in a child’s life – become a mentor today!

Description of Duties:

As a Volunteer Mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters, you’ll be matched with a young person (ages 6–16) to provide friendship, support, and guidance through regular one-on-one visits. Your role is to build a consistent and trusting relationship that helps your mentee develop confidence, resilience, and life skills.

Community-Based Mentoring:

• Commit to spending 2–4 hours per week with your mentee for a minimum of one year.

• Plan fun, low-cost outings based on shared interests (e.g., playing sports, going for walks, cooking, visiting local attractions).

• Act as a consistent and caring role model.

• Maintain regular communication with program staff for support and match monitoring.

In-School Mentoring:

• Visit your mentee for 1 hour each week during school hours (September to June).

• Engage in non-academic activities such as board games, crafts, or conversation in a supervised school setting.

• Focus on building self-esteem, emotional well-being, and social skills.

• Follow school guidelines and BBBS program standards.

All mentors receive training, ongoing support, and resources from our experienced team. No special skills required—just a desire to make a difference!

• Empathetic listeners who are able to provide inclusive, non-judgmental support to callers representing a variety of ages, identities, and concerns
• Call centre operates 24/7, and we actively recruit both day and night shifts. 
• Day shifts are 4 hours

• Help to facilitate 8 week, Grief Support Groups (2.5 hours/week)
• Provide a listening ear and a safe space for individuals to work through their grief.
• Maintain close contact with the Bereavement Services Coordinator

Run a 7 week program within the elementary schools for kids in grade 6,7 and/or 8. The program focuses on core themes including; body image, self-esteem, healthy eating/activity and building healthy relationship. Volunteers are responsible for a group of 4-8 kids. Its once a week for 90 minutes and its a 7-week program. They run during the school day 9-3pm, Monday-Friday from September-June. Volunteer can run multiple groups during the school year. Location of the program is Barrie, Innisfil, Angus, Baxter and Minesing.

• Work with a team of volunteers to sort fruits and vegetables into individual orders
• Handle food gently and hygienically, and arrange the boxes for maximum appeal
• Assist with packing site set-up and clean-up

Volunteers are needed to pack Good Food Boxes the 3rd Tuesday of every month in the Church Hall at Guardian Angels Church, from 8 am to 10 am.  
Volunteers are also needed from 10 am to 12 noon to assist individuals that are picking up their Good Food Boxes.

Assist the Library with a variety of tasks such as:
• Shelving
• Programming
• Processing books to prepare them for circulation and clean-ups

Assist the Library with a variety of tasks such as:
• Shelving
• Programming
• Processing books to prepare them for circulation and clean-ups

To advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of Gateway Centre for Learning so as to support the organization's misson and needs.

• Organizational leadership and advisement
• Organization of the board of directors, officers and committees
• Formulation and oversight of policies and procedures
• Financial management, including adoption and oversight of the annual budget
• Oversight of program planning and evaluation
• Review of organizational and programmatic reports
• Promotion of the organization
• Fundraising and outreach
• Attend and participate in meetings on a regular basis, and special events as able
• Participate on a standing committee of the board, and serve on ad-hoc committees as necessary
• Understand the policies and procedures of Gateway Centre for Learning

Job duties include sorting food, stocking shelves and fundraising during food drives. Positions available to serve clients on Tuesdays. Other duties as assigned. 

Looking for 2-4 volunteers to assist with stocking shelves and 2-4 volunteers to assist clients on Tuesdays

Please call Our Town Food Bank directly to ensure volunteer positions are available and to apply. 

Volunteers required for assisting at activity programs:

• Special events
• Outings
• Meal assistance
• Friendly visiting
• Transporting residents to and from programs
• Simcoe Cycling Without Age 
• Entertainment/Music

• Provide outstanding customer service in a welcoming, clean environment
• Receive and process book donations
• Organize inventory, stock shelves and highlight in-store promotions
• Answer public enquiries, and help customers find the titles they are seeking
• Welcome new team members and assist in training provided
• Use the communications log and other tools effectively
• Follow organization policies and procedures
• Complete activities assigned

Provide general administrative support, reception coverage and help with office cleaning.

• Receive, direct and relay telephone messages, fax messages and email
• Greet and direct the general public to the appropriate staff member
• Receive, open and distribute mail to appropriate staff member
• Operate standard office equipment such as the photocopier and printer
• Book room appointments
• Tasks to help keep the office tidy
• Small projects as assigned

• Cook, bake, gardening
• Activities with residence
• Supporting with activities of daily living

• Attending activities, programs, and/or events with residents
• One-on-one visits with residents; spending time chatting, playing card games, doing puzzles, crafts
• Accompanying them on walks either within the building or outdoors (weather permitting)
• Miscellaneous duties as needed

Tutors will meet with their own student, 1 on 1, twice per week, to assist with reading, writing, numeracy, computers, and essential skills.

Volunteers are matched to clients who are living with a life-limiting illness. They support and comfort their client and the client's circle of support. Be it family or friends.  The goal is to be flexible and assist someone on this journey with whatever they might require. It could be physical, but usually, it is emotional support and advocacy. Once the match has been made, the client and the volunteer set a time schedule that is good for both. Visiting volunteers provide support to our clients in the comfort of the clients home, where ever that may be; their house, long-term care facility, hospital or the vulnerably housed.

• In early spring (typically late April/early May) volunteers are needed to help plant tree seedlings in the Severn Sound watershed.
• Site locations vary from year to year.

• Assist with the establishment of long and short term goals, objectives and priorities for KWIC in meeting its charitable mandate
• Recommend/Implement policies developed by the Board
• Review as necessary the Board's structure, approve changes and prepare necessary bylaw amendments
• Participate in KWIC's development and strategic plan of operation as part of an annual review
• Approve the annual budget
• Approve the hiring of the Executive Director
• Approve the Executive Director’s contract based on the recommendations of the Personnel/Executive Committee
• Participate in the evaluation of KWIC activities and performance of the Executive Director
• Assist in developing and maintaining positive relations among staff, volunteers, Board committees, education institutions and the community to fulfill the mission of KWIC
• Report and be answerable to the members
• Participate in one standing committee & its activities ( currently: HR/Finance, Programs,Fundraising, Communications, Nominations)
• Lead and/or support KWIC fundraising initiatives, including board fundraising strategy
• Actively champion KWIC in the communityActively champion KWIC in the community Commitment to the work of the organization
• Knowledge and skills in one or more area of Board governance: fundraising, financial planning, policy, programs and personnel
• Willingness to serve on at least one committee
• Willingness to participate in board fundraising strategy - “Give or Get”
• Attend all Board meetings and the Annual General meeting (meeting times are collectively established)
• A time commitment of approximately 6 to 8 hours per month (includes Board preparation, committee and meeting time and financial preparation time)
• Actively monitor and respond to KWIC email communication
• Be informed of the services and programs provided by the Kawartha World Issues Centre and publicly support and articulate them
• Prepare for and participate in the discussions and the deliberations of the Board
• Foster a positive working relationship with other Board members, KWIC staff and volunteers
• Be aware of and declare any conflict of interest (see Conflict of Interest Policy)

Volunteers are needed to accompany North Simcoe residents registered with our Transportation programs.

Volunteers will assist people:
• Shopping
• Getting to social activities
• Help navigate health appointments

Retirement Lodge Volunteers assist with activities for our residents such as:

• Friendly visits with seniors 
• Recreational activities
• Assisting at meal times
• Playing a friendly game of cards or taking a short walk 

Big Brothers commit to a one-on-one relationship for a minimum period of one-year, 2-4 hours per week on an average basis, doing activities they both enjoy.

The Literacy Tutor/Academic Support Volunteer will support the BrainiACTS program.  
Volunteers will help children with: reading, writing, mathematics and homework completion.

Available positions:

• Kitchen Assistant
• Maintenance
• Housekeepers
• Outside maintenance (grounds keeping, etc.)
• Shelter support
• Cafeteria support

• One on one visiting with residents
• Supporting and/or facilitating group activities
• Reading or playing games with residents
• Meal assistance

Our volunteers help in various aspects of our organization, from direct interaction with program participants, to behind-the-scenes roles. 

The following are volunteer opportunities:

Meal Maker

Sandwich Makers

S.H.I.F.T. Board of Directors

S.H.I.F.T. Advisory Committee

S.H.I.F.T. Fundraising Committe and Event Volunteers

This committee is a team of volunteers focused on the planning, developing and execution of key fundraising events to support the operational costs of S.H.I.F.T.  Working alongside our Donor Relations & Stewardship Officer and a member of our Board of Directors, this committee plays an important role in ensuring the organization has adequate funds for operations.

​If you have sales/fundraising experience and a passion for this community, we would love you to join us! We are a fun group, promise!

​Time commitments will vary depending on the time of year and the specific event.  You don’t need to commit to being part of every fundraising event but we do ask that you have a minimum of 4 hours a month to give to this committee and the responsibilities that come with it.

​Coldest Night of the Year - Event Volunteer - Open December through February annually

Volunteers are a large part of the success of our annual CNOY event!  

​Every year between October and the end of February we look for volunteers to join us in having a blast to raise much needed funds and awareness for S.H.I.F.T.

There are lots of fun volunteer roles to choose from in the Coldest Night of the Year! Roles include: Check-In Crew, Greeters, Route Marshalls, Food Team, Rest Stop Hosts, Send-Off/Welcome Back Crew, and more!  Many of our roles are needed for most of the day, while others have shorter timeframes. 

​Click on the position title to head to the CNOY Volunteer Registration page - select "Alliston - S.H.I.F.T." in the "Choose Your Location..." drop down menu to get your started.  After you register to volunteer you'll receive a confirmation email outlining all of the information you've provided to us.  Then, expect to hear directly from the Event Volunteer Leader, who will give you more details on volunteering.  

JA Central Ontario is looking for enthusiastic, dedicated in-school volunteers to empower the next generation through financial literacy, entrepreneurship and work readiness.

Volunteers join a classroom of eager students to facilitate an exciting JA learning experience. Working with students in grades 3-12 (the age range depends on the experience you're teaching), volunteers bring the program content to life and use their real-world experience to help students learn all about these important life skills.

Through our highly interactive learning experiences you will support students in developing the business and life skills they need to build an exciting future. Acting as a resource, facilitator, motivator and role model you will teach a JA learning experience in the classroom. You can volunteer on your own, you and a colleague/friend can sign up together, or we can match you with a partner. We have multiple programs to choose from, depending on your interests and skills.

JA will also provide all necessary training and support to help you you empower the next generation as an in-class volunteer.

The program lasts 6 hours per session, and volunteers can take part multiple times.

Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older, as a  complete vulnerable sector screening is required.

The following elementary school programs are always in high demand:
• More than Money (Grades 3-6) In JA's More than Money program, students are introduced to the intersection of financial literacy, entrepreneurship and social studies learning objectives. Throughout the program students will have the opportunity to think like an entrepreneur and develop business strategy and money-management skills that they can apply to a simulated business.
• Our Business World (Grades 5-6) In JA’s Our Business World program, students explore how businesses are created and what makes them thrive. Using games and multimedia, students learn about innovation, start-ups and self-employment
• Dollars with Sense (Grade 7) In JA's Dollars With Sense program, students get the vital tools they need to make smart financial decisions, live debt-free and become savvy investors. Students learn personal money management skills that they can apply to their lives, beginning now.
• Economics for Success (Grade 8) In JA's Economics for Success program, students take a closer look at the advantages of staying in school, as well as learn what’s needed to succeed in today’s workforce. Volunteers from the local business community partner with classroom teachers to help students see the link between education and achieving their goals.

• Organizing and selling (supplied) refreshments
• Checking tickets (electronic and print)
• Seating patrons
• Distributing programmes to patrons
• Tidying lobby and theatre / wiping down washrooms, prior to performance
• Selling 50/50 tickets prior to performance

Volunteers Assist With Reception Duties: 

• Answering Phone 
• Greeting Visitors 
• Processing Mass Mailings 
• Assisting with Photo Copies 
• Preparing Support Groups 
• Training manuals

• Facilitate the English Conversation Circle once a week
• Teach English to a group of Newcomers
• Help clients integrate to the community

Habitat for Humanity Midland ReStore is a warehouse and retail outlet located in Midland which receives donated construction materials, appliances, furniture and household items and sells them to the public.  
Volunteer staff are needed for: Stocking shelves, picking up materials locally, completing minor repairs, assisting the public with their purchases and sorting electronic waste recycling.

We will be stepping into chest waders and wading into waist-deep water to anchor old Christmas trees into the streambank. This not only reduces erosion and stabilizes the streambanks, it creates habitat for young trout and salmon, which hatch on the site every year.

Take a look at how your help will improve fish and wildlife habitat, water quality and our economy in our 9 minute documentary. You can also visit our website for more information.

The Clothes Line is largely operated by an incredible team of dedicated volunteers. 
They perform a wide range of duties including: 
Sorting and Pricing Donations 
Organizing and Displaying Merchandise 
Designing Window Displays  
Assisting Customers

The Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Orillia and District provides quality mentoring relationships for young people in our community who would benefit from caring, supportive adult role models. The relationships are fostered through:

• One-to-One Matching
• Group Programs
• School Based Programs

Rides for residents of North Simcoe without access to transportation within North Simcoe for health, shopping and social activities.  Out-of-town rides for medical appointments. 

• Provide safe, reliable, professional and courteous transportation service to residents of North Simcoe, using your own vehicle
• Communicate with transportation staff and passengers regarding scheduled rides.
• Ensure adherence to the Community Reach program procedures and policies including confidentiality agreement.
• Schedule based on driver's availability and comfort level with duration and length of rides.

Integral part of creating awareness in the community of the services that we provide and who we provide them for. They will steer the organization towards a sustainable future by adopting sound, ethical and legal governance and finance management policies. 
Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team, the Board Director will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer)  
• Various professional backgrounds are welcome 
• Make sure the organization has adequate resources to fulfill its mission 
• Attend regular board meetings 
• Make a commitment to actively participate in board and committee meetings (where applicable) 
• Stay informed about organizational and committee matters 
• Participate in fundraising for the organization 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Integral part of creating awareness in the community of the services that we provide and who we provide them for. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team, the Building and Maintenance Volunteer will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• In charge of basic lawn care and snow removal from driveway and sidewalk 
• Proper knowledge and safety skills to use basic power tools, snow blower, lawn maintenance equipment 
• Ability to perform simple home repairs 
• Fulfill work order requests in a timely manner 
• Attention to detail 
• Strong problem solving skills 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• May involve heavy lifting, standing or sitting for extended periods of time 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 

• Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 

• Development of all communication plan activities and building external relationships with the organizations constituents, including funders and the media 

• The creation and distribution of press releases 

• Understanding of marketing concepts in a not-for profit setting 

• Able to lead and work collaboratively with the Marketing Committee and Social Media Manager 

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently and with minimum supervision 

• Share our passion and dedication to making a real different in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking 

• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization 

• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization's mission and values
 

• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 

• Have a clear understanding of gender based violence and associated trauma 

• Listen to clients to assess their needs and recommend resources to meet those needs 

• Work with Program Manager to ensure the application of effective Program Planning 

• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking 

• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization 

• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization's mission and values
 

Integral part of promoting the values and mission of the organization in the community and ensuring our operational sustainability. Working toward getting the story of inequality, marginalization and oppression out to the mainstream funders gives a voice to the women who have experienced it and how they are working to overcome these challenges while working with Imani’s Place. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team, the Grant Researcher/Writer will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Research, develop, write and submit proposals, letters, reports and other materials as necessary to secure grant support from foundation, corporations and government funding sources to support the organizations operations and programming initiatives. 
• Compassion, empathy and patience is a must 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• Work cooperatively with the Communications Director and Programming Manager 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking. 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• May involve sitting for extended periods of time 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Integral part of promoting the values and mission of the organization in the community and ensuring that developed promotional material aligns with Imani’s Place brand and logo use. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team the Graphic Designer will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Create visual communications to convey messages in an effective and aesthetically pleasing manner. This incorporates several tasks and responsibilities. 
• Design web pages, annual reports, advertisements, and other communication materials. 
• Oversee Imani’s Place interactions with the public through implementing content strategies on social media platforms. 
• Increase the visibility of the organization through the development of creative and dynamic material that will be placed throughout the community 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• Work cooperatively with the Marketing, Communications and Community Engagement Leads 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking. 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• May involve sitting for extended periods of time 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
 

• Liaising with local programs, police social service agencies and the community when required, to promote the program, exchange information to build and maintain a cooperative alliance 
 

• Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
 

• Listen to clients to assess their needs and recommend resources that meet those needs 
 

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
 

• Work with the Program Manager to ensure the application of effective Programming 
 

• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC Women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking 
 

• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization 
 

• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization's mission and values
 

Integral part of promoting the work that the organization does and ensures that the mediums chosen aligns themselves with the values and mission of the organization. Working to develop a plan that promotes the organization throughout the surrounding community ensures that women that need our services are aware that they exist. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani's Place Team the Marketing Committee Lead will work toward the following as a volunteer: 

• Demonstrated experience (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of marketing concepts in a not-for profit setting 
• Clear understanding of domestic violence, human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Able to build and lead a committee of volunteers to design and execute a cohesive marketing plan 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• Graphic design skills are an asset 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization's mission and values

Integral part of ensuring that the day to day operations of our organization and program is being managed safely, efficiently. Policies researched and developed ensure that decisions that are being made are consistent with our values and made in the best decision on the organization, clients, staff and volunteers. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team, the Policy and Research Analyst will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Responsible for examining the efficacy of existing policies and laying out the groundwork for new policies, procedures and guidelines within the program 
• Able to research and analyze  
• Understands the role that policy development plays in the mitigation of risk 
• Able to pay special attention to detail and skilled in searching for information 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking. 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• May involve sitting for extended periods of time 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Integral part of promoting the values and mission of the organization in the community and ensuring that the stories of the women that use our services are told. Working toward getting the story of inequality, marginalization and oppression out to the mainstream gives a voice to the women who have experienced it and how they are working to overcome these challenges while working with Imani’s Place and what social and political changes still need to be made. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team the Social Justice Writer will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of domestic violence, human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Research and gather evidence-based content from sources to support content development.  
• Write interesting and engaging copy for reports, fact sheets, proposals, web-based material, presentations, newsletters and other media.  
• Contribute to the ongoing reporting and dissemination of data, evidence and policy documents arising from Imani’s Place and network partner activities and initiatives. 
• Provide general writing support to Imani’s Place staff. 
• Undertake copy editing and revision of text to ensure it is clear, concise, coherent, and consistent.  
• Ensure overall compliance with guidelines when developing all content to determine tone, reading level, spelling and grammar rules, protocols for citation, word count and page length and glossary terms.  
• Liaise with experts, content producers, editors and other communication experts to ensure accuracy of content and quality of information for written products. 
• Comply with organizational processes for preparing and approving materials. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking. 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• May involve sitting for extended periods of time 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Integral part of promoting the values and mission of the organization in the community. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team the Social Media Manager Lead will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Graphic design experience is an asset 
• Oversee Imani’s Place interactions with the public through implementing content strategies on social media platforms. 
• Increase the visibility of the organization, its programs, and fundraising events, as well as increase the number of active supporters. 
• Identify trends in customer interactions and planning digital campaigns to build community online. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• Work cooperatively with the Marketing, Communications and Community Engagement Leads 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking. 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Volunteers can assist with a variety of programs and activities including: 

• One-on-One Friendly Visiting 
• Gardening 
• Holiday Celebrations and Special Events 
• Outings  
• Card playing, Bingo and other games 
• Entertainment 
• Hairdressing & Wellness Assistance 
• Escorting Residents to in house appointments 
• Dining Assistance

Mobile/Donor Centre Volunteer - Collingwood 
 
As a volunteer with Canadian Blood Services you help create a positive, safe and welcoming environment and experience for our donors. Greeting donors with a smile, thanking them for their donation and making conversation helps ensure a good donation experience. As one of the last faces donors see on their way out, the care and attention you give plays a critical role in the success of future blood donor clinics. 
 
Activities and Tasks Associated with the Role - This role has a variety of duties, including, but not limited to the following: 
 
• Welcome and serve snacks and drinks to donors upon their arrival from the donation area 
• Oversee the refreshment area which includes displaying and restocking snacks and drinks 
• Responsible for ensuring the cleaning of tables, chairs and touch points within the refreshment area 
• Mandatory use of surgical masks, hand sanitizer and gloves provided by CBS when operating within the Mobile/Donor Centre 
• Observe donors and alert donor centre staff of adverse reactions 
• Provide donors with organizational updates and information on current CBS initiatives 
• Regularly review written volunteer duties and centre specific procedures 
• Adhere to policies, procedures and training requirements 
• Respond to donor concerns and questions by directing donors to appropriate staff 
 
Skills, Abilities, Traits 
• Friendly, compassionate, outgoing and possess good communication skills 
• Able to work independently as well as in a team environment 
• Sensitive and respectful of the dignity of all people 
• Able to relate to different personalities and age groups in a variety of situations 
• Able to observe and react appropriately to adverse situations 
• Adhere to CBS dress code (e.g. name tag, vest/ t-shirt and closed toes shoes) 
• Reliable and punctual 
• Provide good customer service to donors to ensure they feel both valued and appreciated for their donation

Become a member of our volunteer team interested in supporting the vision and mission of Dress for Success. Make a difference and ensure that there is both awareness and funds available to helping disadvantage women return to work.

Board Members 
Boutique Merchandising 
Breakfast Club Facilitators 
Clothing Sorter 
Committee Members 
Corporate Volunteers 
Event/Fundraising 
Professional Women's Group Facilitators 
Stylist to help suit clients,  
IT Tech 
Professional Women's Group Mentors 
 
POSITION DESCRIPTION:  
Clothing Sorter - Sort Clothes, take inventory, and organize the store. 
 
Stylists- Suit clients for their interviews (experience with Dress For Success may be needed, but will be provided). 
 
Fundraising Committee- Creating events for fundraising opportunities, or volunteering for an already planned event. 
 
IT Tech - Someone to create and maintain a social presence online to promote the organization and it's events. 
 
Hair and Make up Stylists- Help show clients what is appropriate for interviews and work when considering make up and hair. 
 
Board of Directors- Must be 18+, will sit in on the board meetings and hold an important role within the organization, for more information, contact Linda Reid, Executive Director for Dress For Success Orillia and Barrie.

Two sites: Camphill Nottawasaga, near Angus and Camphill Sophia Creek in Barrie.

Camphill Sophia Creek (Barrie)

• work in the mosaic studio
• help with meal preparation in the Cafe
• assist with recreational activities, music sessions and cultural outings, Bingo events and other special events such as Fall Fairs

Camphill Nottawasaga (Angus)

• help with programs in woodworking, pottery, candlemaking, and bakery/meal preparation
• can be involved in maple syrup production, working in the vegetable gardens and caring for livestock (Highland cows horses and goats)

Both locations need volunteers to help with set-up, cash management and take-down at our Farmers Markets

Volunteers assist with general office duties, assist members and program support.

Travelling Tuck Shop Cart within Retirement residence

Assist bingo players as needed and give awareness of our agency vision, mission and what we do to bingo players who are interested in knowing more.

The Youth Justice Committee (YJC) bring together youth 12-17 who have been involved in the Criminal Justice System, their parent(s), and trained members of the community. Together, the youth plan and agree to make amends for their actions. This program offers youth alternative measures to the Criminal Justice System.

In this volunteer role:

* You would attend YJC meetings to determine appropriate and meaningful ways for the youth to make amends for their actions.  
* Ensure that the youth is aware of the purpose of the meeting and willing to discuss the matter. 
* Explore the perspectives of all parties, including the youth and others represented at the meeting, such as community members, community agency representatives, and the parent(s). 
* Present and agree upon appropriate and meaningful sanctions for the youth to complete in order to be successful in the program. 
* Respect the confidentiality of the youth and other YJC members throughout the process.

Must complete the Volunteer Application, submit a current resume, and submit two professional references. Attend an in-person interview with the Volunteer Coordinator and submit a Vulnerable Sector Check. 

The Gilbert Centre's volunteer program is on hold until further notice.

Assistance with resident In-house hairdressing appointments

Assisting persons with a new spinal cord injury by offering hope and encouragement through shared personal experiences.

Help to deliver meals to residents in your community for the meals on wheels program.

Join as a general member of the committee.

• Advocate for policies, services and structures that enable people of all ages to benefit from an active, independent and meaningful life
• Learn what makes a community age-friendly
• Attend monthly meetings, participate in important planning discussions and decision making
• Potentially: Engage in a sub-group initiative (such as the Annual Expo/Event Planning, Work Plan development or other such projects).
• This volunteer position is most suitable for someone with knowledge and interest in  local issues and opportunities affecting older adults
• We welcome skills associated with fundraising, community development, event planning or strategic planning
• Use your experience, skills and knowledge to make meaningful change happen 
• Collaborate with community partners to make Orillia age-friendly
• Learn something new: Age-Friendly is a world-wide movement
• Participate in stimulating discussions

PM Dog Care Team Members report to the Dog Care Coordinator and help to maintain the general health and welfare of the dogs in our care at the Animal Centre. In part this is achieved by participating in our Canine Enrichment Program to provide mental and physical stimuli to these dogs.

To support the wide range of dog behaviours and needs we encounter at the GTHS, PM Dog Care Team Members complete a Dog Care Program*; quickly progressing from Green dogs (ie. puppies and seniors who are easy to walk and handle) to Yellow dogs (ie. young, rambunctious, pullers who can be slightly difficult to walk and handle), then work through the Orange and Purple levels at their own pace, with the ultimate goal of working with Red dogs (ie. strong, reactive dogs that are difficult to walk and handle, and that may have other behavioural issues). *Training is required upon joining the Dog Care Team and will be required intermittently to progress through the Dog Care Program.  

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance of dogs’ health and welfare
  • Prepare and provide medication, supper and clean water as required or instructed
  • Maintain clean and organized kennels (inside and outside)
  • Sweep and mop dog kennels’ and Animal Equipment Room’s floors
  • Deep clean kennels inside and outside for dogs that leave the Animal Centre (adopted, foster care, etc.)
  • Clean up after dogs (stoop and scoop) in the kennel area and outdoors, as appropriate
  • Oversee any cleaning and tidying resulting from own interactions with dogs
  • Dispose of garbage and recyclables

•  Assist in the maintenance of dogs’ physical and mental well-being
  • Interact with dogs for walks, training and socialization
  • Bathe / groom dogs
  • Reinforce behaviours that make dogs more adoptable
  • Disinfect any dog toys used for Enrichment
  • Create treats / food puzzles
  • Wash up dirty dog dishes and assist with laundry (washing, drying and folding linens), based on Enrichment activities undertaken
  • Ensure dogs are safe and secure

• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures
• Use online Contact List & Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage

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About RVH Foundation and Keep Life Wild Cabinet: At RVH Foundation, we are fueling the future of healthcare in Simcoe Muskoka by rallying our community through philanthropy to deliver the care people need, close to home. The Keep Life Wild Cabinet plays a vital leadership role in this work, inspiring and mobilizing community support for the RVHF capital campaign through giving, volunteerism, and positive advocacy. 

As an Ambassador, you'll be the volunteer face and voice of our organization, sharing your personal journey and experiences with RVH or the RVHF with audiences at presentations and in the community (group tours, service clubs, meetings with prospects, etc.). You'll have the opportunity to attend cheque presentations, representing RVHF and expressing gratitude to our generous donors, including conducting thank-you phone calls. Additionally, you'll engage with the community by participating in the RVHF community booth at various events in the region. 

How you’ll work with the Foundation staff team: Ambassador Cabinet Members will be called upon as needed by various members of the Foundation staff team and will report to the Manager, Donor Experience.

Bench Warmers are friendly people who allow others to engage in conversation in either parks or malls. Studies show that loneliness has the same dire consequences on physical health as smoking a pack a day! Social connection is so needed (and often lost in the shuffle of busyness and technology) and MatureMinds Friendship Bench offers an opportunity for interaction and social engagement. The implementation is simple but the results are deep and  meaningful. Volunteers will receive training in active listening, self care, mental health awareness, and ageism. After successfully completing the training, volunteers become Bench Warmers. They sit on a bench either at a park or in a mall with a sign that says "If you want to talk, I want to listen." Be part of the cure for the loneliness epidemic! Become a Bench Warmer.

Assist with repairing used bicycle; Salvaging parts; Organizing/sorting bike shop equipment and tools; Assisting clients/public with bicycle repairs.

Repairing used bicycles for distribution or sale to the public.

Web design 

Board member

Fundraising

Call numbers for bingo games that are put on for the residents.

Huronia Community Foundation (HCF) is a registered charity that provides funding to local charities and non-profits.  HCF is home to over 80 unique funds established by local charities and community-minded philanthropists.

Established in 2000, HCF was incorporated as Canada’s 99th Community Foundation. A Community Foundation plays a crucial role in how people give back to their communities. In 2025, HCF proudly celebrated 25 years of giving to over 500 charities in North Simcoe of more than $4M since its inception.  Through funding from Endowment Funds that are held in perpetuity, we connect people, families and companies with causes that inspire them – pooling resources, knowledge and expertise to achieve the greatest impact.

The primary focus of HCF’s mission is ‘Improving the quality of life and creating a strong community now and forever through leadership and generosity.’

HCF is managed by a Volunteer Board of Directors, a part-time Executive Director and Bookkeeper.   

The Board of Directors steers the direction of HCF and provides accountability to the community for the performance of the Foundation. The role of the board member is to:

• Stay informed of the operations of the Foundation
• Attend a maximum of 8 Board meetings annually
• Commit the time and resources to serve on the board
• Actively participate in 2 or more Board committees
• Represent the Foundation in the community
• Attend Foundation events, including the AGM in September

To attend Board of Directors Meetings. Participate in board activities and decision making.

Board Member(s)

The Living Wish Foundation offers an amazing opportunity for community members to join its board. If you have Passion, Imagination, Sensitivity, and Honour, you already embody our organization's values!

We invite you to check out our organization (www.livingwishfoundation.org) and board of hardworking, dedicated individuals who value the important mission of ensuring that everyone gets the benefit from one last wish. The Living Wish Foundation (est. 2018) is a not-for-profit, national charity that reframes hope by granting end of life wishes for patients in the region who are in their final year of life. We are looking for board members with legal expertise, fundraising & event planning experience, and a passion for making a difference in our community.

If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, please email Lisa Wright at info@livingwishfoundation.org.

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As a volunteer in the Calm H.O.M.E.S program, you will play a key role in supporting participants through the concept of "body doubling." This involves providing a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental presence as participants work to declutter their homes. While you will not perform the decluttering tasks yourself, your presence helps participants stay motivated, focused, and accountable, creating a productive and comfortable environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a "body double" during in-home support sessions, encouraging and supporting participants in their decluttering efforts.

• Adhere to recovery-oriented and trauma-informed principles when engaging with participants.

• Maintain confidentiality of participant information, including names, addresses, and home circumstances.

• Provide respectful, professional, and mental health-informed support.

• Refer to the program/participant information form to understand specific needs and goals of the program.

• Support program workshops, which may include assisting with tasks such as child-minding, administrative support, or event organization as needed.

• Adhere to all policies and procedures of Glowing Hearts Charity as outlined/provided.

TIME COMMITMENT

Training:

• 1.5-hour online program overview, role orientation, training on recovery-oriented and trauma-informed support practices on Monday, September 15th, 2025 from 6:30pm-8pm

• 2-hour online participant connection, introduction to decluttering, program details on Monday, September 29th, 2025 from 6pm-8:00pm

In-Home Participant Support Sessions:

• 1-hour biweekly sessions for 10 weeks (5 sessions for each participant or family supported).

Check Ins, Tracking and Supervision

• Biweekly Volunteer Group Supervision (online) - Beginning October 20th 8:30-9pm

• Biweekly E-mail Check-In - Mondays Beginning October 6th

SUPERVISION & SUPPORT

• Initial training and orientation provided.

• Dedicated program volunteer coordinator available for ongoing communication 

• Direct support from program staff during in-home sessions as needed

REQUIREMENTS

•  Transportation: Volunteers are responsible for their own transportation to participant homes.

•  Police Record Check (PRC): Volunteers will be responsible for providing a recent valid record check prior to the first day of program volunteer training. If you are a current Glowing Hearts volunteer with a recent PRC on file, you may be exempt. Sarah will contact volunteers individually regarding this.

•  A commitment to the program’s schedule and responsibilities.

•  A positive, empathetic, and supportive attitude.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
This role may involve occasional participation in workshops or events where additional support duties may be required.

If you would like to request support completing this application form, please contact sarah@glowingheartscharity.org

Please submit the application form by September 1st, 2025 at 9am to be eligible to participate in the next round of this program.

Share your love of reading and comfort with Zoom meetings, by facilitating a small online book club for people with development disabilities.  This role promotes literacy, community interaction and building relationships.  

As a Book Club Facilitator you will manage the weekly Zoom meetings (admitting members, sharing screens, assigning cohosts etc.) as well as assign Individual readers, plan sessions and read some of the chosen text to/with the group.

This group usually focusses on one book per season and works slowly through chapters, reading together and discussing.

This group meets virtually every Tuesday from 6-7 pm, therefore the Facilitator would need to commit about 1.5 hours each Tuesday and perhaps an additional 30 - 60 minutes weekly for planning.

Help make our book sale a success - lend a hand and share your love of books! We’re looking for friendly volunteers to assist with:

• Book sorting
• Event setup
• Directing customers to their next great read
• Tallying customers purchases
• Event clean up

Our next sale is May 22-24, 2026. Volunteers will also be needed prior to these dates to assist with sorting and set up.

Café volunteers assist with the operation of the Café by providing staffing and services. Responsibilities include:

1. Serve customers of the Café
2. Perform opening and closing procedures as required
3. Record sales using a cash register, handle cash and maintain records
4. Refill condiment containers and supplies as needed
5. Conduct inventory and indicate need for replacement as needed
6. Keep café area clean and clear of debris
7. Tidy and restock books/DVD's/CD's as necessary

The Georgian Triangle Humane Society is a not-for-profit charity that provides abandoned, neglected and abused domestic animals a second chance in life at a forever home. The Adoptions Team facilitates the adoption and subsequent retention of approximately 1300 homeless animals annually, and the Cat Adoption Counselor contributes towards this success by answering questions about cat ownership, the adoption process and the cats and kittens available for adoption. This role is integral to matching the right cat (personality type, energy level, special home requirements, etc.) with the right adopter.

Description

Reporting to the Adoptions Coordinator, the Cat Adoption Counselor prepares adoption kits, answers questions about the cats and kittens we have available for adoption. The Cat Adoption Counselor also assists the public with the identification of cats and kittens in the adoption rooms, provides assistance with the completion of adoption applications and facilitates the adoption. There is also the opportunity to attend off-site adoption events in the community.

Time Commitment

One shift a week, from 11.45am until approximately 4.15pm, (plus attendance at off-site events if desired).  A minimum commitment of six months is required.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Consistent and open communication with Adoptions Coordinator
• Review information on cats available for adoption (name, age, background, medical / special needs, etc.)
• Spend time with cats to assist with the perfect match
• Answer visitors’ and potential adopters’ questions about cats available for adoption
• Use microchip scanner to identify cats
• Answer basic questions about the organization
• Seize opportunities during conversation to transition potential adopters into volunteers or donors
• Outline ‘Adopters Welcome’ process to potential adopters
• Assist adopters with completion of adoption applications
• Ensure any behavioural or health related questions specific to the animal are communicated
• Diligently and thoroughly address concerns raised by adopters to prevent adoption returns
• Decide on suitability of potential adopter for cat selected
• Assist Customer Service Coordinators with adoption processing
• Assist Dog Adoption Counselor during shift, as needed
• Prepare adoption kits on an as needed basis
• Attend ad hoc local off-site adoption events, if desired

  Working Conditions

• Completion of online Customer Service Training module before commencing volunteer duties
• Completion of ‘Fear Free’ training is a prerequisite (details will be provided to complete this free, online training program)
• If / when cross-trained in the Dog Adoption Counselor role, GTHS Yellow Dog Walker / Handler status will need to be gained in order to interact with dogs

The Help is Here Campaign is a community-driven initiative to raise ongoing awareness, support, and sustainable funding for VSSC. With growing demand for services, the campaign seeks to strengthen crisis response, enhance volunteer training, and build lasting partnerships. Our goal is to establish a sustainable, volunteer-led campaign to support victims across Simcoe. 

Position Overview: Community Circle Member

Community Circle Members play a vital role in advancing the Help is Here Campaign by engaging their local communities and networks. Working under the guidance of the Community Circle Chair, members help raise awareness, build relationships, and support fundraising efforts to ensure every victim in Simcoe County has access to immediate and compassionate support.

We are looking to fill 2 (maximum) positions in communities across Simcoe County to ensure geographical reach. Individuals need to be located in or able to travel to; Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Barrie, Alliston, Innisfil, Bradford, and Midland/Penetanguishene.

Responsibilities

●  Assist in the targeted identification of local fundraising opportunities where VSSC can be the ‘charity of choice’ (third-party) and corporate donors/sponsors aligned with the mission and values of VSSC.

●  Communicate and secure identified fundraising focusing on third-party and corporate donor/sponsor opportunities in support of VSSC.

●  Identify, secure and represent the Help is Here campaign using provided materials at local third-party events, outreach activities, and public functions independently or alongside VSSC staff.

●  Participate in recognition and gratitude of local third-party and corporate supporters.

●  Attend periodic Community Circle team meetings to report on activity, including successes and challenges.

●  Provide input and feedback to the Community Circle Chair on community needs and opportunities.

●  Promote VSSC’s mission and the Help is Here Campaign within local networks and online using consistent messaging as an organization Ambassador.

Various Volunteer opportunities to include special events, garden, pottery, fairs ,cafe, mosaic studio 
various land work and vegetable gardening. 

Garden Support:

Our garden plays a crucial role in providing fresh, organic produce for our community. We are seeking volunteers with a passion for and experience in sustainable agriculture to contribute to the success of these essential programs. This program will start back full time in the Spring but is dependent on the weather.

 
Police records check and a reference will be required.

Members of the Dog Care Team work with puppies and dogs of all sizes, shapes and backgrounds (stray, surrendered, neglected, abused, healthy, recovering from surgery, may be easy to handle or may require training for behavioural issues…).

Annually, our Cat and Dog Care Teams care for more than 1500 animals onsite at our Animal Centre.

Description

Dog Enrichment Volunteers report to the Dog Care Coordinator and participate in our Canine Enrichment Program to provide mental and physical stimuli to the dogs in our care at the Animal Centre.

To support the wide range of dog behaviours and needs we encounter at the GTHS, Dog Enrichment Volunteers complete a Dog Care Program*; quickly progressing from Green dogs (ie. puppies and seniors who are easy to walk and handle) and Yellow dogs (ie. young, rambunctious, pullers who can be slightly difficult to walk and handle), then work through the Orange and Purple levels at their own pace, with the ultimate goal of working with Red dogs (ie. strong, reactive dogs that are difficult to walk and handle, and that may have other behavioural issues). *Training is required upon joining the Dog Care Team and will be required intermittently to progress through the Dog Care Program.  

Roles and Responsibilities

• Create treats / food puzzles
• Provide food and clean water as required or instructed
• Assist in the maintenance of dogs’ physical and mental well-being
• Interact with dogs for walks, training and socialization
• Bathe / groom dogs
• Reinforce behaviours that make dogs more adoptable
• Ensure dogs are safe and secure
• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures
• Wash up dirty dog dishes and assist with laundry (washing, drying and folding linens), based on Enrichment activities undertaken
• Disinfect any dog toys used for Enrichment
• Clean up after dogs (stoop and scoop) in the kennel area and outdoors, as appropriate
• Oversee any cleaning and tidying resulting from own interactions with dogs
• Use online Contact List & Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage

Overview & Impact: The Georgian Triangle Humane society is a not-for-profit charity that works to provide innovative programs and compassionate services to pets and people in the south Georgian Bay region and beyond. Because the GTHS receives no government funding, we rely on the generosity of our donors and supporters to fulfil our mission of delivering innovative programs and compassionate services that enhance the lives of pets in need and the people that care for them. We are immensely grateful to the donors who support our organization.

Position Summary: Donor Engagement Volunteers report to the Senior Manager of Philanthropy (or delegate) to gain guidance in fostering positive relationships with donors. by contacting them upon becoming a regular donor or after donating to a ‘signature’ event or campaign. These volunteers will contact identified regular donors or signature event donors and may participate in regular Donor Relations Team meetings to collaborate on ideas that will enhance the relationships that leadership and legacy donors have with the GTHS, to inspire higher levels of giving.

This is a remote volunteer position (with occasional onsite activities) and volunteers will utilize their own computer or tablet, telephone and internet.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participation in monthly Donor Relations Team meeting – virtual or in-person
• Independent conversations with donor contacts via email, in person, and / or telephone
• Performs independent research on subject matter when required
• May be asked to participate in donor engagement activities such as donor tours of the Animal Centre
• Networking and relationship building
• Acquiring a solid knowledge of the GTHS and fundraising best practices

Donor Stewardship Volunteers report to the Fundraising Administrator and foster positive relationships with donors by thanking them (by telephone, email, letter or greeting card) for their in-kind support of GTHS programs and services. These volunteers are invited to collaborate on ideas that will enhance the relationship donors have with the GTHS, to inspire giving.

This is a hybrid volunteer position. Depending on tasks undertaken, volunteers will be home-based and utilize their own computer or tablet, telephone and internet (with occasional onsite activities), or may assist with written communications before, during or after a scheduled shift at the Animal Centre (time and space permitting) and continue any remaining tasks at home.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Acquiring a solid knowledge of the GTHS
• Independent conversations with donor contacts via email and / or telephone
• ‘Thank you’ card writing*
• Occasional assistance with mailings, for example:
  • Placing correspondence in envelopes
  • Adding address labels to envelopes
  • Adding stamps to envelopes
• Collaborating with the Fundraising Administrator on ideas to improve communications with donors

Working with Children and Families, the EarlyON Assistant will help with childcare and meeting/greeting of families at our Collingwood site.  Assist with innovative childcare programming and professionals while supporting families.

We are seeking dedicated and reliable English-speaking volunteers to tutor adult learners in reading, writing, and/or math. Our learners come from a variety of backgrounds and are working to build foundational skills to support their personal, academic, or career goals.  Requirements: Strong command of spoken and written English, fundamentals of English grammar, sentence structure and vocabulary. Clear and understandable English pronunciation, suitable for learners who are developing foundational literacy skills. Our students are learning the building blocks of English literacy. Tutors must be able to model typical English pronunciation and grammar. We provide training and ongoing support. No formal teaching experience is necessary-- just patience, empathy and a strong grasp of English.
 
NOTE: We ask potential tutors to commit for one year so that they can come alongside a student for that length of time - once students make the decision to improve their skills, they need a tutor who is willing to work with them to increase not only their knowledge but their confidence and self esteem.

Dates and Times

Schedule for meeting with student is determined by tutor and student

• 2026 Information Session: Fri March 13 from 10 am-11:30 am in person
• 2026 Tutor Training Workshop: 4 consecutive weeks - Thu Mar 26, Thu Apr 2, 9, 16 from 9:15 am-12 noon

About RVH Foundation and Keep Life Wild Cabinet: At RVH Foundation, we are fueling the future of healthcare in Simcoe Muskoka by rallying our community through philanthropy to deliver the care people need, close to home. The Keep Life Wild Cabinet plays a vital leadership role in this work, inspiring and mobilizing community support for the RVHF capital campaign through giving, volunteerism, and positive advocacy.

As an Event Specialist you will be a part of creating memorable event experiences that support the campaign. As a member of one of our signature event committees (Gala, Crystal Classic, or Cornhole Tournament), you'll play a vital role in planning and executing events that raise awareness and funds for RVH. You'll also have the chance to attend third-party events, spreading awareness and networking with potential supporters. Your assistance in securing event sponsorships and auction items will contribute to the success of fundraising efforts. 

How you’ll work with the Foundation staff team: Event Specialists will work with the Events Officer as their main point of contact. 

Leading and facilitating groups on how to prepare taxes and how to budget.

Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a volunteer role where you can make a difference and feel proud of the work you do, you've come to the right place.

The Empower Simcoe Foundation is a registered charity established in 1998 that directly supports the activities of Empower Simcoe. Funds raised by the Foundation support people with intellectual disabilities and their families. We also raise funds for special projects which respond to community needs and further our mission to enhance the quality of all lives.

Join us in Making a Difference! Empower Simcoe is seeking passionate individuals to join our Foundation Board of Directors, with a specific focus on candidates who bring fundraising experience, as this expertise is essential to advancing our financial sustainability and expanding our outreach efforts.  The Foundation Board of Directors provides governance oversight in accordance with relevant laws and regulations. Our Board provides support and guidance to our leadership team, sets the fundraising targets and revenue generating strategies, assists in identifying potential donors, assists in ensuring adequate administrative support and helps to reinforce our Mission, Vision, and Values. This is a volunteer position.

Mission: Empower people to lead a full and inclusive life, by providing the highest quality of services. We are a welcoming organization that provides everyone with the opportunity to Be, Belong and Thrive.

Vision: We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a self-fulfilling life.

Values: ACCOUNTABLE - We work mindfully to empower every individual's goals.

RESPECT - We treat everyone with dignity, deserving of our full attention and commitment.

COMMUNITY - We are accepting of all people and give each a voice.

DRIVEN - We strive to constantly move forward, while celebrating successes.

Time Commitment

As a member of the Foundation Board, you will be expected to commit to a 2-year term, with the possibility of extending up to four (4) terms. Members should be prepared to dedicate approximately 3-4 hours average/month depending on activities (includes Board and Committee meetings, participation in events, meeting preparation and follow up). All individuals applying must be at least 18 years old. Members must also live and/or work in Simcoe County.

• Participation in monthly board meetings
• Participation in development and training opportunities to enhance your skills
• Advisement and evaluation of board's fundraising policy in which board members indicate the amount they expect to contribute to the organization in the coming year and how they will participate in the fundraising efforts of the organization
• Participation in external community activities and events that contribute to increasing Empower Simcoe's visibility and reputation
• Participation in and support fundraising activities for organization
• Remain informed of the programs and services provided by the organization and publicly support them.
• Support the CEO and Empower Simcoe's Board of Director colleagues to oversee our strategic direction, provide input and reports on fundraising efforts and revenue-generating strategies.

Training

Board members participate in the annual board retreat and ongoing training sessions.

What you bring to the team

Our volunteer Foundation Board of Directors is comprised of dedicated community members who offer diverse skills, experience and perspectives. We are particularly interested in individuals who possess unique life experiences and have a genuine desire to give back to their communities.  Ideal candidates will have backgrounds in areas such as fundraising, event planning, housing development, marketing, entrepreneurship, or banking. 

We welcome individuals with previous board experience or those eager to gain such experience, along with an understanding of not-for-profit governance.  We seek members who appreciate the complexities and needs of the individuals and families we support. 

You will contribute your unique experience and perspective to our team. Your involvement will not only be meaningful and rewarding but will also allow you to grow professionally. Together with your colleagues on the Foundation Board of Directors, you will make a significant difference to our organization and the people we serve in Simcoe County.

Empower Simcoe is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

SUBMIT APPLICATION BY:

Internal 4:00 p.m. Friday, January 3, 2025

External 4:00 p.m. Friday, January 10, 2025

We thank all those who apply for this position. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. If you have any issues with the application process, please contact the People and Culture Department at kmcnaught@empowersimcoe.ca.

Posting #24-201

One on one visiting with residents 
Supporting and/or facilitating group activities 
Reading or playing games with residents 
Meal assistance  

Barrie South‑Innisfil Liberal Electoral District Association (EDA)

The Barrie South‑Innisfil Liberal EDA is seeking a strategic Fundraising Chair to join our volunteer Board of Directors. This leadership role oversees fundraising strategy, donor outreach, and events to support community development and ensure the financial sustainability of the riding association.

Role Overview

The Fundraising Chair provides leadership and oversight for all fundraising activities, including events, donor outreach, and grassroots initiatives. Working collaboratively with board members and volunteers, this role develops and implements fundraising strategies that support the EDA’s long‑term financial sustainability and growth. As a board member, the Fundraising Chair also contributes to governance, strategic planning, and initiatives related to advocacy, communications, and community engagement.

We are looking for people who have:

• Experience or interest in fundraising, donor relations, or strategic planning
• Ability to build relationships and mobilize volunteers
• Comfort with goal‑setting and follow‑through

Transferable skills are welcome: 

Experience in marketing, communications, sales, policy, government, advocacy, or other goal‑oriented roles often translates well into nonprofit fundraising and community leadership. Prior political or nonprofit fundraising experience is an asset but not required.

Time Commitment:

Flexible volunteer board role. Most work can be done remotely, with the ability to attend regular monthly meetings and occasional events.

If you are interested in exploring this volunteer opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

How to apply:

Please apply to our board of directors by submitting your interest to info.bsiliberal@gmail.com by end of day on Friday March 13, 2026.

Gift Shop Clerk (Volunteer)

To provide friendly support and service to customers, patients, visitors and staff visiting the hospital Gift Shop. Proceeds from the gift shop help raise funds for hospital patient programs. This position is a great opportunity to work in a fun healthcare team environment.

Duties:

• Greet and assist customers, patients, visitors and staff
• Support, listen and interact with customers visiting the shop
• Provide excellent customer service
• Operate cash register (Square system) (credit card, debit, cash sales)
• Balance the cash at the end of the shift
• Stock shelves, organize and tidy shop
• Pricing of inventory
• Adhere to Waypoint policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Basic understanding and attentiveness to mental illness
• Interested in and enjoys relating to people
• Confidential
• Flexible, friendly, patient and optimistic
• Excellent listening, interpersonal and communication skills
• Friendly, self-motivated and outgoing
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently or in a team
• Able to follow detailed directions and procedures
• Courteous, mature, empathetic and the ability to suspend judgment
• Respect for cultural, racial, and religious diversity
• Cash-handling experience

Training: on the job training, general orientation and on-going annual participation in mandatory education.

Gift Shop is open: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

Please email Diane Desroches ddesroches@waypointcentre.ca and an application will be forwarded to you at that time.

• Supportive of exercise being part of one's lifestyle

• Familiar with osteoarthritis of the hip and/or knee

• Be able to bend and squat repeatedly

• Be able to lift exercise equipment (pedal bikes, risers, chairs)

• Mon and Wed 1:15 to 3:45 pm and/or

• Mon and Fri morning 8:45 to 11:15 am

• Additional time may be helpful to assist those in need of computer registration with GLA:D Canada at BCHC

GrandPals are older adults (not necessarily Grandparents) who love children and want to make a difference for generations to come. GrandPals are trained in the stories they have to share over 5 weeks. After training, we connect GrandPals with a classroom where they meet with the same 2-4 students over a period of 8 weeks. The stories that GrandPals share about their own lives become part of the students' curriculum. Students capture the stories presented in written assignments as well as art projects.

Be part of a unique intergenerational initiative that connects generations through the power of storytelling. Volunteers will get 5 weeks of training and then will spend 8 weeks in an elementary school classroom sharing stories and building relationships. Volunteers must love children! 

Across the country, the Gutsy Walk is made possible due to the time and talents shared by thousands of volunteers in their communities. With a collective goal to deliver our mission of finding a cure for Crohn's and colitis, we are greatly appreciative and thankful for our volunteers who have continuously led the Gutsy Walk to success each year.

As a Gutsy Walk Planning Committee Member, you’ll be working closely with a team of other volunteers to plan and promote your local Gutsy Walk. Your efforts in connecting and engaging your community—whatever your volunteer role with Gutsy Walk—will make a big impact in raising awareness about IBD and finding cures.
In particular, we’re looking for volunteers to support their local Gutsy Walk in the following ways:

• Community Outreach –inspire people to sign up and participate in the local Gutsy Walk
• Media Relations –connect with local media outlets to promote the Gutsy Walk
• Social Media –raise awareness about IBD and the Gutsy Walk through social media
• Fundraising –organize exciting fundraisers in your community
• Corporate Sponsorship –engage with local businesses to promote donations of sponsorship and gifts in kind
• Stewardship –build relationships with Gutsy Walk participants and encourage engagement

Helps build houses.

Volunteers would be required to provide support to individuals on a helpline or chat service who have experienced sexual trauma, violence and or assault. A 30 hour training course and interview is to be completed before starting on the helpline and chat service. 

Supporting the personal goals of Individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities residing in group homes to be active participating members of the community.  The may include playing games, crafts, baking, entertainment (movie watching/listening to and/or playing music) within a congregate residence.  There may be opportunity to participate in day outings or special events.

The GTHS Animal Hospital contains an Operating Room, Treatment Room, Examination Room, Pharmacy, X-Ray Room and a Hospital Intake / Recovery Area.

Having an onsite hospital ensures animals receive timely, thorough and comprehensive care, saves dozens of daily phone calls, reduces trips back and forth to veterinary clinics, dramatically decreases the stress on the GTHS animals, and leads to the additional benefit of earlier adoption availability; so these animals find their forever home quickly.

The GTHS Animal Hospital is one of the only accessible spay/neuter hospitals serving Bruce, Grey and part of Simcoe County that performs 3,000 surgeries annually (an average of 50 surgeries per week), and subsidizing ~$770K in veterinary costs each year.

To promote pet wellness and safety, approximately 1,800 rabies vaccinations and 1,750 microchips are administered to GTHS animal residents and community clients on an annual basis.

Description

Reporting to the Director of Medicine and Hospital Registered Veterinary Technician, the Hospital Recovery Volunteer will be responsible for maintaining an orderly Recovery Room, assisting with recovering patients and the movement of animals.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Set up the Recovery Room for the day
  • This includes making sure kennels have towels and a floor recovery space is set up for large dogs
• Assist with transporting animals into and out of the hospital, as needed
• Assist post-surgery
  • Handle, restrain and care for animals
  • Monitor animals’ recovery post-surgery (vital signs)
  • Report any abnormalities in recovery to the Veterinary Technician
  • Help administer vaccines / medications / microchips, under direction
  • Help ensure all animals treated in the hospital have records that are maintained accurately
• Assist post-recovery
  • Return recovered GTHS animals to the appropriate location onsite at the Animal Centre
  • Place recovered pets into the appropriate cat carrier or dog crate
• Maintain an orderly Recovery Room
  • Store vaccines / medications / microchips appropriately
  • Disinfect / sanitize monitoring equipment
  • Clean and disinfect cages, floors, surfaces and surrounding areas
  • Dispose of garbage and recyclables
  • Wash any dishes used
  • Top up or record supplies needed
• Assist Hospital staff as required
• Follow appropriate protocol, legislation and regulations

Overview & Impact: The Humane Education Program is an excellent way to connect with youth in our community and teach them about empathy, compassion and responsible pet ownership by focusing on the human-animal bond.  Annually more than 4000 youth participate in the Humane Education Program - building skills in social and emotional development.

Based on the Humane Education Volunteer’s skill set and chosen course / club, they may support this important GTHS program at our Collingwood Animal Centre and / or in the community. The majority of our programming takes place onsite at our Animal Centre.

Position Summary: Reporting to the Humane Education Specialist, Humane Education Volunteers assist and engage youth aged between 7-17 enrolled in a range of GTHS after-school programs. The youth age group supported will depend on the course / club the HE Volunteer selects.

Time Commitment based on area(s) of interest: 8 consecutive weeks’ commitment is required (onsite session dates will be provided at time of application or enquiry). Volunteers will be expected to arrive 15 minutes before and stay approximately 15 minutes after the club / course session time.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include:

• Assisting with running the program at the direction of the Humane Education Coordinator
• Helping to create a fun, encouraging learning environment
• Live videoing and explanation of Animal Centre activities (tour, Q&A)
• Making animal related crafts
• Engaging, supervising and working with children to direct their activities
• Ensuring animals are being handled compassionately
• Answering questions that arise

To Advocate Educate and Celebrate on behalf of the 2SLGBTAI plus community. 

Providing first Aid support at local community events.

Providing a leadership role within mental health groups, all while ensuring a supportive and constructive atmosphere for group participants.

Group topics include, but are not limited to:

• mindfulness
• breathwork
• self-care
• vision boarding
• journalling 
• grief support

Do you have a passion for food and nutrition? We are looking for volunteers to support various nutrition workshops such as: canning, breadmaking, meal planning, freezer meals, label reading, cooking-for-one, grocery store tours, and more.

Support the independent social/community activities of Individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities through outings, walks, game-playing, conversation or interaction with other community programs.  This Volunteer role encourages engagement and joy through relationship building and recreational activities.

All Patient Family Caregiver Advisors are members of the Barrie and Area OHT's Patient Family Caregiver Advisory Council (PFAC). Members of PFAC will be expected to apply your learning, collective experience, and insights to:

• Provide advice on how to achieve patient-centred health care within the local health system;
• Provide system-level guidance and recommendations to support the successful planning and implementation of strategic priorities;
• Act as a resource to and/or work in collaboration with working groups and committees for the BAOHT and beyond;
• Promote initiatives to increase and sustain meaningful PFAC engagement in the future.

Reporting to the Humane Education Specialist, the Pet Bereavement Volunteer is responsible for co-hosting a monthly Pet Bereavement Group, in partnership with Hospice Georgian Triangle, to support pet owners come to terms with the loss of their pet and to facilitate the sharing of pet ownership experiences in an empathetic environment. 

• Session preparation:
  • Collect GTHS signage, documentation and any other supplies required from Animal Centre
  • Ensure venue is clean, tidy and welcoming for attendee’s arrival

• Session wrap-up:
• Tidy venue
• Return GTHS property to Animal Centre, as appropriate
• Co-host Group with Hospice Georgian Triangle by assisting with planned activities and discussions
• Hospice Georgian Triangle will lead and plan sessions, GTHS volunteers will provide support and friendly, non-judgemental, and empathetic connection for group participants
• Promote additional GTHS programs and services, as appropriate

• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures

Do you have a passion for health and fitness and like leading groups? The Physical Fitness & Exercise Facilitator will provide a leadership role while offering a gentle fitness program that promotes:

• improved energy and health
• improved mobility and independence
• decrease in fall risks
• contributing to your community
• maintaining strength and coordination

About RVH Foundation and Keep Life Wild Cabinet: At RVH Foundation, we are fueling the future of healthcare in Simcoe Muskoka by rallying our community through philanthropy to deliver the care people need, close to home. The Keep Life Wild Cabinet plays a vital leadership role in this work, inspiring and mobilizing community support for the RVHF capital campaign through giving, volunteerism, and positive advocacy.

As a dedicated Relationship Advisor of the campaign cabinet, you will make a significant impact on our ability to fulfill our campaign goals and be instrumental in identifying and connecting the Foundation team to potential donors who have the capacity to make substantial contributions. You'll participate in the various stages of the major gift pipeline, from cultivating relationships and assisting with solicitations to stewarding donors and expressing our gratitude for their support.

How you’ll work with the Foundation staff team: Relationship Advisors will partner with Donor Advisors and meet regularly to review prospects, discuss strategy, and plan actions to support each other as you work together to secure major gifts. 

Make a difference in the lives of our patients. Whether you want to volunteer directly with patients or support their care at RVH, we have an opportunity that is right for you.

To explore the opportunities available to volunteer in at RVH, visit this link: https://www.rvh.on.ca/careers/volunteering/volunteer-opportunities/

To fill out an application, click this link and select 'Apply to Be a Volunteer Now'. If you are a student looking to join our summer program, please select 'Join Our Summer Program'. 

Link: https://www.rvh.on.ca/careers/volunteering/

Shelter volunteers are required from 9AM to 12PM and 6PM to 8PM (5PM to 7PM on Saturdays and Sundays) daily to complete tasks including feeding, refreshing water bowls, scooping and changing litter boxes, cleaning cages, and  changing linens for the cats at the shelter.  

Other volunteer opportunities include cat socializing, fundraising, adoption volunteers, vet runners, admin - calling potential adopters and conducting follow up calls.  

Volunteers visit seniors' centres, hospitals and schools with properly evaluated dogs, no less than 1 year old, providing residents and patients the companionship of a pet.

a)    Is a signing officer of the Board of Directors. Signs all contracts, documents, cheques, or instruments in writing that require the Treasurer’s signature.

b)    Attends as a member of the Executive Committee and Finance Committee meetings called for the purpose.

c)    Oversee the collection of all monies in whatever form, including membership fees;

d)    Ensures that funds are deposited in a timely manner.

e)    Oversee payment of all expenditures and ensure that these are in conformity with annual budget adopted and related Financial Policies and Procedures.

f)      Subject to any provisions of any resolutions by the Board of Directors, oversee the care and custody of all funds and securities of the corporation in such bank(s) as the Board may direct

g)    Render to the Board of Directors at each regular meeting, or as required/requested accounts of all transactions of the Corporation.

h)    Assists the members of the Finance Committee to formulate financial policies and procedures related to the submission of invoices, expense accounts, cash advances etc. for approval by the Board of Directors.

i)      With the Finance committee, receives and reviews, all committee budget submissions

j)      Supervises the preparation of annual budget.

k)    Prepares the working papers for the annual financial review process.

l)      Recommend to the board of Directors the appointment of the financial reviewer for the TTNO year-end financial review.

m)  Prepares and presents the year end financial report to the Annual Meeting of the corporation.

Tasks:

Review and Prepare monthly Financial Reports from Quickbooks for Finance Committee meetings.

 Attend monthly Finance Committee meeting and monthly Board meeting

 Prepare Annual Budget in Quickbooks

 Make payments by eTransfer or PayPal to various vendors and members as required

 Process payroll for Office Manager monthly through Ceridian payroll service

Annual review of financial activity and preparation of year end financial statements with adjusting entries to be submitted to Accountant for preparation of tax return.

A S2F Virtual Coach plays a significant role in encouraging children weekly to achieve positive change physically, mentally, and emotionally through fitness and literacy. Coaches help build confidence and motivation within children, while reducing learning gaps and developing a lifelong love of learning.

Our Brainworx! is an online afterschool program for students in grades 1-6 and runs twice a week between Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, for 30-40 minutes each session.  We focus on physical activity, literacy, and social-emotional development.  Each group has 10-12 students and 3-4 coaches.  Our Brainworx program has various start times between 4:30pm - 6:30pm EST.  

We’re looking for reliable, tech-savvy volunteers to support students in Grades 1–6 through virtual sessions. As a Virtual Volunteer, you’ll help create a fun, inclusive, and consistent online learning space where kids feel seen and supported. Join us in creating real impact—one virtual session at a time!

Details:
- February to May (winter and spring term only available)
- 30-40 minute sessions 2x/week (Tues/Wed/Thurs)
- flexible timing, between 4:30-6:30pm EST
- 10-12 participants and 2-3 volunteer coaches per group
- Sessions include fitness, literacy & mentoring activities, with emphasis on building character strengths
- An easy-to-use virtual platform to facilitate programming

If you are interested, please apply on our volunteer portal: 
https://timecounts.app/start2finish/applications/da9c982b-5106-4aa8-9650-d8e908fac3b6

Please note while this is a virtual opportunity, volunteers must be located in Canada.

Volunteers will be responsable for meeting with a clients weekly or bi-weekly to add enrichment to peoples lives. Clients are blind or have vision loss to some degree, which often requires adpaments to life. Volunteers are required to socialse with them and add normal contact back in their lives after the effects of the pandemic. They can go for walks, visit community gardens, really anything the pair would enjoy. The requirement are up to the two people who are paired. 

Come help rehabilitate the aquatic ecosystem with Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority!

Upstream of Little Lake, a section of Willow Creek is experiencing erosion on the stream banks. With your help we will be stabilizing the stream bank, grading the banks and replanting a riparian forest. 

At this volunteer event we will be stepping into chest waders and wading into waist-deep water to anchor old Christmas trees into the edge of the streambank. This not only reduces erosion and stabilizes the streambanks, it creates habitat for fish and plants. In the weeks following the volunteer event, staff will continue the rehabilitation process by grading the steep banks to enhance floodplain capacity and improve habitat. Thank you to Napoleon for collaborating with us to improve the health and water quality in Willow Creek!

Take a look at how your help will improve fish and wildlife habitat, water quality and our economy in our 9 minute documentary. You can also visit our website for more information.

This is a great way to gain volunteer hours, learn about ecological restoration and help our ecosystem! 

Pre-Registration is required! Space is limited.

What to expect

• An orientation and tutorial
• 3 hours of outdoor activity
• This event will be canceled or postponed if there is rain or extreme weather

Remember to Bring

• Water bottle, snack
• Sunscreen, hat, bug repellant
• Close toed shoes
• Backpack or bag is recommended since we will be doing a short hike to the site
• Work gloves (extras available)
• A change of sock and clothes (in case you fall in or your waders leak)
• Chest waders (if you have your own, waders will be provided)
• A friend or family member: it’s more fun together!

Students

• Remember to bring your community service volunteer form!

Join our incredible team of volunteers and help Glowing Hearts Charity disrupt the cycle of poverty by providing programs that reduce barriers and support the mental health, growth, and development of school-age children and youth in Simcoe County.

To apply, please fill out the form on the volunteer page on our website: https://www.glowingheartscharity.org/volunteer

In particular, we are always looking for more adult volunteers across the county to volunteer with our Calm HOMES program aimed at addressing mental health and clutter. You'll find details about the volunteer role and a specific Calm HOMES volunteer form at https://www.glowingheartscharity.org/calmhomes

Frontline Roles:

• Day, afternoon, evening shifts
• Tasks: Helping with dishes, filling up the coffee station, general cleaning, making kits, preparing bed and take down

Bingo Roles:

• Representing Busby at Delta Bingo
• Cleaning tables and screens
• Serving food

Student help:

• With guardian assistance that has been certified, students can help by making sandwiches. 

We empower young girls and women to be everything they want to be, and as a volunteer, you will help make that happen! Our volunteers support girls as they build confidence, develop new skills, and become leaders in their communities. 
As part of a unit’s leadership team, you’ll facilitate fun and engaging program activities, like scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, outdoor exploration, games, and more. You can choose to work with girls in one of five branches: Sparks (age 5-6), Embers (age 7-8), Guides (age 9-11), Pathfinders (age 12-14), or Rangers (age 15-17).  
Volunteers will receive access to a digital program platform stocked with age-appropriate activities and meeting tools, as well as training on delivering activities in ways that will empower and encourage girls. 
Units meet on a regular basis, from weekly to monthly, depending on the age of the girls. Volunteers commit to 3 hours per week for unit meetings plus additional hours, when required, for trips and events.  

What You’ll Do as A Group Leader: 
- Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for girls! 
- Plan regular unit meetings in person, outdoors, and online, during which you’ll facilitate girl-driven programming that is fun and engaging. 
- Organize in-person or virtual opportunities beyond unit meetings, including community service activities and camps.  
- Support shared leadership and decision-making with girls and other volunteers.  
- Promote Girl Guides to girls and women locally.  
- Provide ongoing communication to girls and parents/guardians about unit activities.  
- Assist with unit administration tasks, such as maintaining girls’ program records and health forms, managing safety protocols, and ordering badges.  
- Assist with maintaining unit finances as required by your province.  
- Support the semi-annual sales of Girl Guide Cookies.  

What You’ll Bring: 
- A welcoming, imaginative, and enthusiastic attitude. 
- Openness, flexibility, and a willingness to try new things. 
- An appreciation of diversity and inclusivity. 
- An embrace of the girl-driven approach to Girl Guides. 
- Understanding, encouraging, and respecting girls’ ideas and thoughts. 
- Resourcefulness, dependability, and creativity. 
- A willingness to show your unique talents and skills. 
What You Need: 
- All volunteers must have reached the age of majority in their province or territory. 
- Pass a Police Record Check facilitated by Girl Guides of Canada. 
- Complete organizational training components on safety, the role, and administrative duties, as part of the volunteer onboarding process.  
 
To apply please visit www.girlguides.ca/volunteer

• Pick up multiple dogs at various locations and transport to and from designated locations for Canines in the Classroom student training and also to Refinement Training, in Barrie, using the van provided by COPE
• refuel COE Van at Esso Stations, as needed, using the company gas card
• Van pickup and drop-off at COPE office parking lot