Archived Opportunities

Community Ambassador Mary's Meals

Organization: Marys Meals Canada
Category: Fundraising & Sponsorship
Description: Our work is mainly carried out by our wonderful army of Community Ambassadors who volunteer by contributing in all sorts of different ways. But we’re always in need of more help as the need is great! The more Community Ambassadors we can partner with, the more hungry children we can reach. We have a range of fulfilling and fun opportunities to help you raise awareness of the work of Mary’s Meals in your local area as a Community Ambassador. Check us out and join the Mary's Meals Movement!

Team Lead Mary's Meals

Organization: Marys Meals Canada
Category: Fundraising & Sponsorship
Description: If you are someone who prefers to lead and is interested in a leadership role, you could apply to become a Team Lead who has the joy of leading a small team of Community Ambassadors within your region. In this role you will motivate, inspire and build your team of Community Ambassadors to share the work of Mary’s Meals. We provide you with support, resources and training to ensure your success! Check us out and join the Mary's Meals Movement

Information, Crisis, and Support Line Volunteer

Organization: NL Sexual Assault Crisis and Prevention Centre
Category: Social and Community Service
Description: NL Sexual Assault Crisis And Prevention Centre is now accepting applications for our next session of Volunteer Training! Our 24-Hour Crisis Information and Support Line continues to be our most utilized service and we need empathetic and dedicated volunteers to listen, believe, and support the people who reach out to us. Volunteers gain experience, knowledge, and skills in many areas including crisis intervention, active listening, and issues related to sexual violence. To receive more information about volunteering contact Michaelea at sva@EndSexualViolence.com or (709) 689-9109.  

VOLUNTEER ADVOCATE - Ending extreme poverty

Organization: Results-Résultats Canada
Category: Health / Medical
Description: Results is an advocacy nonprofit that believes in mobilizing everyday people (our volunteers) to generate the political will to end extreme poverty in low-and middle-income countries. We focus our work on global health, access to quality education and economic opportunities.    We direct our energy and efforts at government decision makers like party leaders, Members of Parliament and senators because they have the power to improve policies and make the monetary investments needed to end extreme poverty. We also raise awareness by writing letters to the editor (LTEs) and op-eds, using social media, fundraising and more.    Oftentimes the first step is putting these issues on the radar — and keeping the pressure on. It might seem like a small step, but it all adds up into impact.      commitment: 1 year minimum, 1-2 hours per week on average    support structure: Volunteers (virtually) meet in local groups on a monthly basis and rely on their group leader(s) for guidance. Attending other virtual calls and webinars led by Results staff is recommended.    If you’re ready to learn about advocacy, causes and solutions to extreme poverty and committed to taking action every month, join us!     Go to https://bit.ly/ResultsCanadaJoinUs and click on “sign up to volunteer” to get started.    --  FRANÇAIS    Nous sommes un organisme de plaidoyer qui mobilise les gens du quotidien (nos bénévoles) pour générer la volonté politique pour mettre fin à l’extrême pauvreté dans les pays à faible et moyen revenu. Nous concentrons notre travail sur la santé mondiale, l’accès à une éducation de qualité et l’inclusion économique.    Nous concentrons notre énergie et nos efforts à mobiliser les décideurs et décideuses politiques comme les chef.fe.s de partis, député.es, sénateurs et sénatrices, car ils et elles détiennent le pouvoir d’améliorer les politiques et de faire les investissements requis pour éradiquer l’extrême pauvreté. Nous faisons aussi de la sensibilisation en écrivant des lettres ouvertes aux journaux, en utilisant les médias sociaux, en collectant des fonds et bien plus.    Souvent, la première étape est d’attirer l’attention sur ces enjeux et de les faire connaître — et de maintenir la pression. Cela peut sembler être un petit pas, mais les actions  s’accumulent  et ont ainsi de l’impact.    engagement : 1 an minimum, 1-2 heures par semaine en moyenne      structure de soutien : Les bénévoles se réunissent (virtuellement) en groupes locaux tous les mois et comptent sur leur.s leader.s de groupe pour obtenir des conseils. Il est aussi recommandé d’assister à d’autres appels virtuels et webinaires dirigés par les employées de Résultats.    Vous êtes prêt.e à apprendre ce que signifie faire du plaidoyer, en apprendre plus sur les causes et solutions à l’extrême pauvreté, puis vous vous engagez à passer à l’action à chaque mois? Joignez-vous à nous!    Allez au https://bit.ly/SeJoindreANous et cliquez sur “inscrivez-vous en tant que bénévole”. 

Daffodil Site Volunteer

Organization: Canadian Cancer Society
Category: Health / Medical
Description: Please be advised that until further notice CCS requires that volunteers within this role be double vaccinated. All CCS volunteers are expected to abide by their provincial and local health guidelines. Some locations may require proof of vaccination in order to enter. Please be prepared to show your proof of vaccination.   BE a part of something BIG and here’s why…     THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY BE a part of a collective of people united by a singular focus where no Canadian fears cancer.  BE bold by committing your time to driving positive change alongside families, friends, healthcare teams, donors, scientists, advocates and all those who strive to make the cancer journey one that is supported in every way.   We believe that life is bigger than cancer. We believe your support is stronger than cancer. If you do too, read more…   FOCUS Daffodil Site Volunteer (Contactless Donations)   WHY WE NEED YOU At CCS, fundraising volunteers are vital because the vast majority of our funding comes from donations by everyday Canadians through fundraising activities and events.   Our annual Daffodil Campaign mobilizes Canadians from coast to coast, raising funds for work aimed at helping people live longer and improving the lives and experiences of those affected by cancer.   Daffodil Site Volunteers will be engaging with the public to encourage donations from high-traffic locations through Tip Tap contactless payment devices. Site Volunteers will be scheduled in shifts.   WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING Attend a location during your agreed shift, comfortable working alone Communicate and raise awareness about the Canadian Cancer Society Engage with the public with energy and enthusiasm Encourage contactless donations   COVID protocols will be in place in line with CCS policy   WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Great energy and enthusiasm Team oriented and community-minded Communicative and works well in public environments Passionate and eager to make a significant impact   OUR INVESTMENT It’s more than just an experience. It will be life changing. Our investment in you is realized through: Integration where you are part of a team and learn about the work of CCS Ongoing opportunities to connect in different ways across a national organization operating in communities across Canada Mentorship and coaching both by you and for you Direct connection to our mission, vision and values     YOUR COMMITMENT One shift or more during a week in April Approximately 2 hours per shift Weekend shift can be expected depending on community     We welcome people of all backgrounds, abilities and interests. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age for this position due to the scope of the role and responsibilities

Daffodil Site Coordinator

Organization: Canadian Cancer Society
Category: Health / Medical
Description: Please be advised that until further notice CCS requires that volunteers within this role be double vaccinated. All CCS volunteers are expected to abide by their provincial and local health guidelines. Some locations may require proof of vaccination in order to enter. Please be prepared to show your proof of vaccination.   BE a part of something BIG and here’s why…     THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY BE a part of a collective of people united by a singular focus where no Canadian fears cancer. BE bold by committing your time to driving positive change alongside families, friends, healthcare teams, donors, scientists, advocates and all those who strive to make the cancer journey one that is supported in every way.   We believe that life is bigger than cancer. We believe your support is stronger than cancer. If you do too, read more…   FOCUS Daffodil Site Coordinator (Contactless Donations)   WHY WE NEED YOU At CCS, fundraising volunteers are vital because the vast majority of our funding comes from donations by everyday Canadians through fundraising activities and events.   Our annual Daffodil Campaign mobilizes Canadians from coast to coast, raising funds for work aimed at helping people live longer and improving the lives and experiences of those affected by cancer.   The Daffodil Site Coordinator will supervise a team of volunteers who will engage with the public to encourage donations through Tip Tap contactless payment devices. The Coordinator will help CCS staff organize shift volunteers.   WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING Contact your team of Site Volunteers to confirm or organize shifts, and when necessary, assist with community-based recruitment to fill shifts Ensure training of site volunteers has been completed Confirm with site contact that Daffodil resources are in place for the Daffodil Site Volunteers Be available during the duration of the campaign (approx 4-8 days depending on the community) to support site shift volunteers   COVID protocols will be in place in line with CCS policy     WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Energetic and enthusiastic, passionate and eager to make a significant impact Able to work in public environment Team oriented Strong networking and relationship building/maintaining skills Self-motivated and organized Fantastic people skills, including the ability to collaborate with a wide diversity of people Leadership skills or willingness to develop as a leader   OUR INVESTMENT It’s more than just an experience. It will be life changing. Our investment in you is realized through: Integration where you are part of a team and learn about the work of CCS Ongoing opportunities to connect in different ways across a national organization operating in communities across Canada Mentorship and coaching both by you and for you Direct connection to our mission, vision and values because we are who we say we are and with you that is possible     YOUR COMMITMENT Available during the day for the campaign period (4-8 days depending on the community) Volunteers will be mobilized for one week in April, more time may be required during that week.     We welcome people of all backgrounds, abilities and interests. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age for this position due to the scope of the role and responsibilities.

CoderDojo mentor

Organization: Community Sector Council
Category: Computers / Technology / IT
Description: Looking for volunteers for about 1-2 hours a week to teach computer coding to youth ages 7-17 using pre-written material. Full job description is: Overview of the Role: The CoderDojo movement believes that everyone should have the opportunity to code and create with technology. It's increasingly important in the modern world and much easier to learn these skills early. Coder Dojo has built a global network of free, volunteer-led, community-based programming clubs for young people. Coder Dojo will be aimed at 11-15 year olds who can visit the Dojo to learn to code, build a website, create an app or a game, and explore technology in an informal, creative and social environment. CoderDojo is part of the Raspberry Pi Foundation. The Mentors are the volunteers who provide support, guidance, and encouragement to the young people in completing their projects and developing their skills. Anyone who is passionate about technology and shares the CoderDojo spirit can be a mentor. The role of a mentor is not the same as that of a teacher or lecturer. Mentors help young people work through problems and encourage their efforts rather than directly delivering solutions. Key activities • To help young children develop coding skills in a fun and creative way. • To prepare the coding projects and materials prior to the session with the support of library staff • To prepare for the session including setting up the laptops/pcs • To meet and greet parents/caregivers and their children. • To encourage the parents/caregivers to be around by engaging with them. • To assist with clearing the area once the session ends. • Comply fully with existing policies and procedures of CSC We are looking for volunteers who: • Are warm, friendly and patient personality • Are able to relate to young children and their families and interact with them in a positive manner • Have imagination and creativity to aid lively and enjoyable coding sessions • Are able to work as part of a team and on own initiative. • Have confidence in leading the sessions

RUN Organizer - Terry Fox RUN St. john's

Organization: The Terry Fox Foundation
Category: Boards / Committee / Leadership
Description: As a Run Organizer, you will be… *Be the lead volunteer organizing the St. John's Terry Fox RUN which takes place at Quidi Vidi LAke *Directly responsible for sharing Terry’s message of hope, courage, and determination *Giving back to your local community *Involved in a rewarding volunteer experience supporting cancer research