Archived Opportunities

Planning Committee Volunteer - BMO Walk so Kids Can Talk in Support of Kids Help Phone

Organization: Kids Help Phone NL
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: We are currently seeking volunteer committee support for Kids Help Phone’s national fundraising event, BMO Walk so Kids Can Talk, in St. John's. Support youth mental health and well-being in your community and across Canada, by volunteering as an event committee member for Kids Help Phone. About Kids Help Phone Kids Help Phone is Canada’s only free, 24/7, confidential e-mental health service offering support in English and French to young people through phone, text and online resources. Right now, youth in Canada are in crisis. One that affects us all. Help should not be hard to find. Young people can truly thrive when they’re able to express how they’re feeling – and get the support they need without judgment. At Kids Help Phone, we are grateful to our committed and courageous volunteers, who are essential to achieving our mission - ensuring every young person has the support they need, in the way they need it most.    Why Join an Event Planning Committee Volunteering your time to support the fundraising efforts of Kids Help Phone is both rewarding and creates a lasting impact on youth mental health across all of our communities.   If you’re interested in any of the following roles, our event committee may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.   Event Committee Member Roles: Committee Chair: Are you a natural leader and motivator? Help oversee the committee to ensure the success of the event in all capacities.   Secretary: Attention to detail and organization are the key to keeping everyone on task and creating the best event experience for all event day participants, sponsors and volunteers.   Volunteer Lead: Help recruit and train the event day volunteers, to ensure they are set up for success.   Logistics Lead: Working alongside Kids Help Phone staff, this role will ensure all site logistics are in place and ready to go, this may include necessities such as tents, tables, stage, supplies, route markers, etc. Walk Route Lead: Identify the best walking route, while considering safety and ease of access. You will need to trouble shoot and address any route challenges that may occur, while ensuring all applicable permits and codes are attained and followed (along with the support of Kids Help Phone staff). Food & Beverage Lead: Organize onsite food and beverage distribution at the event and ensure all health and safety permits, codes and licenses are attained and followed. (I.e. Covid protocols). Sponsorship and Recognition Lead: Raising funds for Kids Help Phone’s 24/7 e-mental health services is the overall goal of our fundraising events. Help us stay open and accessible by leading the committee in sponsorship and participant recruitment efforts. Help to ensure our participants and sponsors feel supported and appreciated the whole way through, by staying connected with them, providing tips and celebrating their successes. Promotion and Recruitment Lead: Spread the word! Share details about the event by posting on community websites, social media pages, contributing to community partners and sponsors intranets or internal newsletters, working with local influencers and sourcing local media support.  Don’t forget about word of mouth!   Youth Representative: Creating a meaningful event for our youth audience is essential. As a youth facing organization, the Youth Representative will bring the perspective we need, in order to ensure everyone is represented in our event planning and execution efforts. Of course, we will also ask you to help recruit other young people to participate too!   Contact Us For more information on Kids Help Phone, BMO Walk so Kids Can Talk and event planning committee opportunities, please fill out the form here.   Thank you for your consideration!

Volunteer Shuttle Van Driver - Daffodil Place Lodge

Organization: Canadian Cancer Society
Category: Health / Medical
Description: Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) Lodges provide a supportive environment for people with cancer and their adult companions.  The Lodge is located near the cancer treatment centre in St. John’s. As a volunteer driver at the Lodge you have an essential role in creating a home away from home for the clients and their families. You have a positive impact on the quality and enhancement of life for people affected by cancer. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING promoting a social and caring atmosphere in the lodge and shuttle van, focusing attention and time on lodge guests; maintain a regular schedule, leaving Lodge 30 minutes prior to each appointment; ensuring clients and guests get to their appointments on time; Helping with mobility aids and getting guests to appointments safely, providing additional assistance if required; Referring any client safety or medical issues to the lodge coordinator or manager, and reporting to the lodge coordinator or manager at the end of shift to ensure all clients have returned; Maintaining communication while off-site by using the driver’s cell phone when it is safe and appropriate to do so – not while driving Ensuring the van is clean and has gas before and after use, and completing the inspection checklist, noting any issues and reporting damage to the lodge manager immediately Following all COVID guidelines as set out by the Lodge WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Friendly and outgoing; comfortable working with a variety of people Experienced driver with a valid class 5 license and a safe driving record with 3 or fewer demerit points and an acceptable driving record Willing to have a criminal records check and regular driver checks completed Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, safely and appropriately Good communication skills with clear voice; compassionate and patient OUR INVESTMENT CCS Volunteer and Support Program orientation and ongoing training Lodge and role specific orientation and ongoing training Ongoing updates and support from Staff Partner in Volunteer Experience Volunteer handbook and modules All vehicles are equipped with plexiglass to ensure a safer environment for both the driver and client YOUR COMMITMENT As this is an important leadership volunteer position, we ask that you dedicate 6 months to this role. TO APPLY Please visit us at cancervolunteer.ca to apply.

CIBC Run for the Cure Volunteer Committee Member - Various positions

Organization: Canadian Cancer Society
Category: Health / Medical
Description:

The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is a 5k or 1k walk or run. It is the largest single-day, volunteer-led event in Canada in support of the breast cancer cause.

This year’s event will be taking place on Sunday, October 6, 2024.

COMMITTEE MEMBER OVERVIEW You are passionate about the breast cancer cause, well-connected in your community, and enjoy event planning. The ideal candidate for this volunteer role has a positive attitude, communication and interpersonal skills, and a strong sense of self-motivation and time management.

Recruiting for the following positions in St. John's: Hope Engagement Lead Communications Lead Fundraising & Stewardship Lead Registration & Finance Lead Run Day Experience Lead Run Director Community Engagement Run Director, Logistics Sponsorship Lead

Join the CIBC Run for the Cure today and help make a real difference for all Canadians impacted by breast cancer.

Must be 18+ to apply and complete the Canadian Cancer Society code of conduct.

To apply and for more information, please visit: https://support.cancer.ca/site/SPageServer/?pagename=RFTC_NW_volunteer

Run For Women at Quidi Vidi Lake

Organization: Stella's Circle
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: Calling All Volunteers! Our Run For Women is taking place in St. John’s at Quidi Vidi Lake on May 26th in support of the women’s-focused programs at Stella’s Circle. We are seeking volunteers to come and help out at our event. There are lots of ways to get involved both before the race and on race day. We need help with pre-race kit pick up, water stations, route marshals, start/finish line, food and lots more! And why not bring a friend? All volunteer positions are open to high school students who need to collect Community Service hours. Click on the link to access our volunteer sign up: https://www.runforwomen.ca/Cities/StJohns/StJohns.aspx. We hope to see you there!

[VIRTUAL] USE $500 TO CREATE YOUR OWN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Organization: Youth Empowering Parents
Category: Children & Youth
Description: This program is an opportunity for you to gain leadership skills, run a project of your choosing, receive valuable experience for post-secondary applications, or get volunteer hours. This is open for youths, ages 15-29 years old. Here’s what you will do:  Identify a need/issue in your community and organize a project that will address that need/issue. You will also receive a grant of up to $500 (or more, depending on your project details) to fund your project. You can run a basketball tournament to bring youth together and promote physical exercise, you can host a video game night to help others destress, you can start a community library box to encourage reading, or you can do just about anything else you think of. *Check out this website to see more awesome community projects that you can do! (www.youthfund.ca/ideas) Learn from different workshops and 1-on-1 coaching to help you plan your project and gain useful skills (e.g. project planning, budgeting, etc.). Here’s how you will benefit:  Develop project management skills Gain volunteer hours Get a certificate of recognition and reference letter Learn and/or improve your skillset (like identifying community issues, budgeting, marketing, public speaking, evaluation) A chance to make a positive difference in your community! Program schedule: Please choose the time that works best for you. If you are only available in August, register anyway and we’ll get back to you. July 8, 2024 to July 19, 2024 (online – Zoom), Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 12 pm – 2 pm July 8, 2024 to July 19, 2024 (online – Zoom), Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm TO REGISTER: Copy and paste the link into your browser. Complete the form. We will contact you after you register to discuss your application. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxBpvehdeSIJFxWlwgaTJ1eOtNwy96KQQMrmrqUXNjOCn02Q/viewform

Events Coordinator

Organization: Concerns About Wind Energy (CAWE)
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: Virtual Event Volunteer Opportunity Concerns About Wind Energy (CAWE) is seeking a volunteer for an upcoming virtual event. We need assistance with event coordination, moderation, and sharing the event on social media. Training will be provided. Details: Event Duration: Two hours Platform: Zoom Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2024, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm NT We are also looking for a long-term volunteer to help with similar responsibilities and other volunteer opportunities. If you're interested or have any questions, please email us at contact@cawe.ca. Thank you for your time and consideration. Regards, Lisa Kearney Founding President Concerns About Wind Energy (CAWE)  

YMCA Community Action Network

Organization: YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador
Category: Boards / Committee / Leadership
Description: YCAN is a service learning project for youth aged 15-30. During a cohort youth will work together to identify service gaps in their communities, and the youth will work to build a project to fill that gap. *Transportation can be provided*