Paws for a Cause is being held on June 20, 2026 from 11 am-4 pm, apply to volunteer by June 5, 2026

Description:
Volunteers will assist with the setup, execution, and takedown of Paws for a Cause, a Pet Walk-a-Thon fundraiser for Samaritan House. This is a fun, outdoor event supporting vulnerable individuals and families in Simcoe County. Volunteers will be assigned to a certain role, you will not be expected to do all of the duties listed below, those are the duties for all of the roles. 

Expected Activities:

• Help with event setup (tables, signs, water stations, etc.)

• Assist with participant registration and check-in

• Guide and encourage participants along the walking route

• Hand out water and refreshments to participants and pets

• Assist with event activities (games, raffles, prize tables, etc.)

• Answer participant questions and provide general event support

• Help with event cleanup and takedown after the walk concludes

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

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. 

Join an exciting community project connecting adults 55+ with events throughout Simcoe County! We're seeking to grow the volunteer team that keeps the Calendar of Activities for Older Adults vibrant and relevant. Check out the Calendar here Simcoe County Calendar of Activities for Older Adults

What you will be doing:

• Monitoring websites and social media accounts of community centres, senior centres, libraries and more for public activities appropriate for older adults.
• Occasionally calling organizations that offer social activities for older adults to get accurate information about their offerings
• Entering these events into Google Docs and WorkPress to publish on the website for public viewing. 

Ready to apply? County of Simcoe LTC Volunteer Application Form - Simcoe Strong Volunteer Program - County of Simcoe

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

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.  

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.

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

Required Positions: 
- Event Set-up Volunteers 
- Cheer & Spirit volunteers 
- Sign-Making Volunteers 
- Event Tear-down Volunteers

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.

The WALK to End ALS is a fun, family friendly event that occurs across the country in more than 90 WALK locations across Canada. Join thousands of Canadians in the fight against ALS. Every dollar you raise as a walker goes to provide equipment, support services, education for the ALS Community, and fund research to find a cure. 
 
There are a variety of volunteer positions available during this event, please contact the Community Lead for more details.

Looking for dedicated enthusiastic people that enjoy the natural environment of our camp. 

Matheson Creek Camp Volunteers can be involved in various activities including :

• General Labour
• Trail maintenance
• Teamwork Days at camp for special projects/events
• Wood cutting & splitting for sites
• Site maintenance
• Fund Raising activities
• Marketing assistance
• Working at Bingo as a volunteer 2 hours per month
• Grass cutting with provided equipment
• Constuction Projects
• Site spring Cleaning and fall closing activities
• Board Member volunteer positions 
• Students requiring volunteer hours for school welcome