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Coach
- Assisting in coaching a specific sport to Athletes/Players with intellectual disabilities in softball, basketball, bocce and 5-pin bowling; more sports are available depending on volunteer interest!
Team Manager
- Communicating to participants, registering players & teams for tournaments, equipment coordination
Council Administration
- Leading the community in a variety of tasks (registrar, volunteer coordinator, fundraising, etc.)
Katimavik’s National Experience is an amazing opportunity for any Canadian citizens, permanent residents or landed refugees aged 17 – 25 who are looking for 22 weeks of creative learning, community engagement, Truth and Reconciliation, and self-discovery! Youth will live in a group with up to 10 of their peers in two separate communities throughout the course of the program. During the program they engage in 32 valuable volunteer hours a week, learn how to manage a house, make lifelong friends, and gain confidence that they themselves can make an impactful difference in our country. This is a fully funded opportunity where participants’ travel expenses, living accommodations, food costs, and daily needs are covered. All they will need to bring is their dedication, empathy, and commitment to making a better world!
Some of the topics and skills that Participants will be challenged to learn about include:
- The history of Indigenous peoples in Canada and the importance of Truth and Reconciliation;
- The benefits and impact of civic engagement;
- Professional work skills in a variety of sectors, depending on volunteer placements;
- Cooking skills, house maintenance, and practical life skills;
- Conflict resolution, communication, and how to strive within a team environment;
- Environmental protection and sustainable development;
- English or French as an additional language;
- Leadership, advocacy, and project management skills;
- Canada’s cultural, geographic, and linguistic diversity.
As a Volunteer with The Elden of Bradford we will work together to match you with the program that provides mutual satisfaction between you and the Seniors.
- 1:1 Visits
- Special Events
- Active Games
- Outdoor Strolls
- Library Volunteer
- Baking/Cooking Class
- Knitting Club
- Card and/or Board Games
- Piano Player
- Painting Class
- Arts and Crafts
- Teach a new language
- Meal Time Assistance
- Teach a New Skill (Ukuele, Belly Dancing, Yoga, etc)
- Billiards
- And Many More Oppuntunities
Board Commitment:
The Board meets at least eight times a year and generally takes the summer months off (as well as December and January, although this fluctuates based on need). Board Members are expected to participate in occasional activities such as fundraisers, board subcommittees (when required), and participation in email discussions (only when in-person or virtual discussion is not possible).
Meetings are held virtually, ensuring accessibility for all Board members located throughout a large region. Board meetings are often not more than one hour in length, given members are expected to have reviewed the Board report beforehand.
Duties & Responsibilities:
· To resolutely uphold the interests of CONTACT Community Services, avoiding conflicts of interest in personal or other business.
· To maintain the confidentiality of restricted Board information.
· To be open to serving as an active member on at least one board appointed committee (if possible).
· To attend Board and committee meetings on a regular and timely basis,with a full understanding of the agenda and accompanying package. All materials are circulated in advance to allow for ample time for member review. The ED encourages any member to reach out for clarification prior to the meeting to help support efficiency at the meetings.
· To conduct Board business in a professional manner.
· To be an active participant in all Board issues, providing a positive influence; open to change and creative problem solving.
· To interact with all other Board members with respect and dignity.
Skills and Abilities of Individual Board Members:
· Experience in the field or lived experience related to the organization’s mission and purpose.
· Knowledge and skills in one or more areas of board governance: policy, finance, programs, legal, personnel, and advocacy.
· Experience with strategic planning and organizational development.
· History and knowledge of one of the South Simcoe communities: Essa, Adjala-Tosorontio, Innisfil, New Tecumseth,Bradford West Gwillimbury.
· Experience with communications, branding and/or philanthropy.
Coaching various track and field events: i.e. sprint/hurdles; mid-distance, jumps
Fresh Food Weekly is a new food charity in Barrie, Ontario, registered with the Canada Revenue Agency: www.FreshFoodWeekly.com. Once a month (on the second-last Wednesday of each month), our organization packs +75 meal boxes and delivers them to residences throughout Barrie.
We are looking for a competent Volunteer Coordinator to join our team. As the Volunteer Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing the meal box delivery days and ensuring the smooth delivery of +75 meal boxes to low-income families residing within the City of Barrie. Please note: you will be required to have a vehicle so you can get yourself to and from Countryside United Church in Thornton twice a month (on the delivery day and the day before the delivery day).
Duties & Responsibilities
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Assign and delegate responsibilities to volunteers as appropriate. This may also include deciding if new volunteer positions should be created to help with the flow of packing and delivering meal boxes.
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Oversee the packing of +75 meal boxes and ensure that meal boxes aren’t missing any items.
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Communicate with volunteers before and after the meal box delivery days. This includes confirming they’re still available before delivery days, reassigning delivery addresses if a volunteer driver doesn’t show up, answering volunteer phone calls if delivery drivers run into problems with recipients (not finding an address, or the recipient isn’t home to receive their meal box, etc.) and also thanking volunteers for their help after they’ve completed their duties.
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Ensure volunteers have successfully completed their tasks on meal box delivery days. Fresh Food Weekly currently has the following volunteers that will need to be managed on meal box delivery days: Food Pickup Volunteers (volunteers who pickup food for the meal boxes), Packers (volunteers who pack the meal boxes), Muscle Volunteers (volunteers who help load driver’s vehicles), Volunteer Drivers (volunteers who deliver meal boxes and 1-2 drivers who can take all the extra food to Hope City Church downtown Barrie after all the meal boxes have been delivered), and a clean-up crew (2-3 volunteers who are responsible for cleaning up the space we rent).
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Keep and manage records of volunteers’ information.
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Match volunteers to opportunities that suit their skill sets, and ensure they understand their responsibilities and receive proper training.
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Keep new and existing volunteers informed about Fresh Food Weekly and other volunteer opportunities within the organization.
If you are interested in applying for this volunteer position, please email Leah Dyck with your resume and cover letter at: leah.dyck@icloud.com . If you’re already a volunteer for Fresh Food Weekly and you think this position is something you would like to do, please just let me know.
As a Client Support Volunteer, you will assist clients of CONTACT's Housing Services Department to identify, collect and compile various documents and forms they might need to apply for housing services in Simcoe County.
You will connect with them by phone or in-person at the CONTACT Community Services offices in Bradford and Alliston, or in public locations like libraries or a local Tim Horton's.
You will help them identify, photograph and email copies of documents, such as their ID, Rental Agreements, Income Statements and other documents that are needed to access support services.
In some cases, you will assist them to complete forms.
You will be able to connect directly with CONTACT's Housing Staff to get support or answers when you're not sure of next steps.
This role is important because it frees up time for Housing Staff to help clients find and access housing and other support services they might need, by limiting the amout of time spent collecting client documents and completing forms with them.
You will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement and not share or disclose client information to others.
Volunteers will be involved in the planning, promoting and implementation or the New Horizons Seniors Program.
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.
- Positions include:
- Shopper/cooks: Develop menu, shop within budget, cook meal - 12 Noon-5:30 pm
- Prep/set-up: Prepare meal and set up hall - 2 pm-3:30 pm
- Servers: Greet community members, serve meal - 4 pm-7 pm
- Clean-up: Clean up after meal - 5:30 pm-7 pm
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.
Please call beforehand to ensure volunteer positions are available
On-site Volunteer at Earl Rowe Provincial Park, Alliston
- Help people with disabilities kayak and canoe
- Check paperwork, PFDs and other equipment
- If volunteer wishes to assist on water we will train canoe or kayak for a small fee, adaptive training is free
Off-site Volunteer
- Help with office administration including record keeping, spreadsheets, grant writing, Board of Directors
The Literacy Tutor/Academic Support Volunteer will support the BrainiACTS program.
Volunteers will help children with: reading, writing, mathematics and homework completion.
- 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.
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.
- 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
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 Community Engagement 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
• Oversee each aspect of the solicitation of community involvement and development for Imani’s Place in an effort to increase the visibility of the organization, its programs, and fundraising events, as well as increase the number of active supporters.
• Act as a community ambassador for the organization
• Be open to delivering presentations in the community
• Able to effectively lead and schedule a team of volunteers at community events
• 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 heavy lifting, standing or sitting for extended periods of time
• 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 Fundraising and Special Events Committee 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
• Build a strong committee of volunteers
• Design and develop a Signature fundraising event for Imani’s Place
• Oversee the planning and execution of the Signature event
• Organize additional activities and special events with a goal to increase funds for the organization
• Work with Team to prospect and solicit major and corporate donors
• Maintain relationships with current donors and funders
• Act as a community ambassador for the organization
• Able to effectively lead and schedule a team of volunteers
• 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 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 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)
- Designing, Planning and Implementing the Health Promotion Campaigns within the house and/or community
- Have a clear understanding of the traumatic effects of domestic violence and/or human trafficking on an individual
- Listen to clients to assess their needs and recommend resources to meet those needs
- Assist in monitoring the physical and mental health of the clients
- 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 pften 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 missions and values
Integral part of ensuring that staff and volunteers are looked after in a professional and open way. The HR Specialist will act as a catalyst when handling disputes and ensuring that policies and legislation are being followed. Working collaboratively with other members of the team, the HR Specialist 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
- CHRP designate is an asset
- Solid understanding of labour legislation and employee recruitment
- Maintaining updated employee and volunteer records
- Support the staff culture
- Working with staff and volunteers to ensure that policy is being interpreted and executed in the manner for which it was intended
- Able to manage and implement conflict resolution practices where required
- 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 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)
- 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.
- Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer)
- Liaising with local programs, social service agencies and the community when required, to promote the program, exchange information and establish and maintain a cooperative alliance
- Have a clear understanding of domestic violence, human trafficking and associated trauma
- Liaise with the organization's specialists and coordinators to design programs that meet the needs of the clients
- Work with staff and volunteers to ensure the application of effective program planning
- 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
- 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.
Integral part of the women’s healing journey and helping survivors move forward to a safe, positive and healthy tomorrow. Topics to be considered (but are not limited to) are Finance and Budgeting, Goal Setting, Time Management, Meal Planning on a Budget, Stress Management, and Importance of a Healthy Work/Life Balance. You will be provided with an outline of guidelines.
Working collaboratively with the Program Manager and Health & Wellness Coordinator, the Workshop Facilitator will work toward the following, as a volunteer:
- Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer)
- Various professional backgrounds are welcome
- Have internet capabilities to deliver the workshop virtually through Zoom.
- When developing workshops you will:
- have a heightened awareness and understanding that trauma comes in all forms
- Understand that we have all experienced trauma in some form
- Be sensitive to the fact that each person experiences trauma differently
- Avoid making assumptions about a person’s past experiences
- Always consider the ways in which race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, ability, education, language, geographic location, socio-economic status, etc reflect the information and dialogue throughout your presentation
- 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
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.
Volunteer duties vary depending on the placement and will be discussed prior to an interview.
Current opportunities:
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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
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Cooking Classes with the Urban Pantry program – Barrie
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Assembling Harm Reduction Kits – in need of 2-4 volunteers for this role, once a month on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 9 am - 1 pm – Barrie
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Client and Family Advisory Committee members - open to clients or family member/caregiver in the past 3 years
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One-on-one client support
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Currently opportunities in Barrie, Collingwood
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- Healthy Relationship Group – Co-facilitator in Barrie
- 1.5 hours per week (possible evenings)
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Reception support in Midland
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Mon-Wed 10 am to 3 pm (various shifts)
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Recreational groups in Collingwood
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Tuesdays at 11 am
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Thursdays at 2 pm
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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
Be trained to conduct education sessions on fracture prevention to seniors at seniors centres, retirement homes and active living programs.
Required Positions:
- Event Set-up Volunteers
- Cheer & Spirit volunteers
- Sign-Making Volunteers
- Event Tear-down Volunteers
The Pack Day Leader assists the Barrie Good Food Box Coordinator at the Barrie Free Methodist Church on the second Wednesday of every month.
Arrive at the church at 9 am on the second Wednesday of every month
Assit with greeting volunteers and directing them to set up the pack stations
Assit with overseeing the unloading of the truck when it arrives
Assit with overseeing the packing of the food
Help maintain enthusiasm among volunteers
Volunteers work with Alzheimer Society Family Support Coordinators in 1) a morning Support Group, 2) an afternoon Support Group or 3) an evening Support Group, depending upon the community.
The Essa Fire Department is holding it's annual golf tournmanet this year on Friday, July 7th, 2023, at Tangle Creek! We need numerous volunteers in different capcities throughout the day! No experience necessary! The volunteers will need to be avaibale from 10:00 a.m, to approximately dinner time (or whenever the tournament finishes up). Duties will include help setting up, checking in participants, running games at various holes, assisting with parking, and assisting with various draws!
Always looking for volunteers to help us at our very active Barrie Families Unite (BFU) warehouse facility
- Hours are Mon-Sat from 9 am-12 noon and alternating Mon and Wed evenings: 6 pm-8:30 pm
- During these shifts we:
- Build ESSENTIAL NEEDS orders for clients and agencies to pick up/deliver the following day
- Sort through incoming donations and put appropriate donations into our inventory
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
- Attend Meetings in person or virtually
- Attend occasional information sessions and special events
- Digital media promotions
Board of Directors
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:
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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
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Keep informed about community and sector issues relevant to the mission and objectives of Bridget's Bunnies
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Provide direct support to strategic initiatives through the various Board committees, special projects, and ad hoc Board requests
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Assist in fundraising by attending events, engaging connections, maintaining and enriching current partnerships, developing new partnerships, and illustrating gratitude to donors and sponsors.
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Attend regular evening Board meetings annual full-day planning session as required
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Prepare for Board and special meetings by reading agendas, minutes, reports, and other documentation; actively participate in discussions, contributing skills and knowledge
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Ensure the organization complies with legal and financial requirements
Skills and Qualifications:
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Sufficient time availability for Board duties
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Previous Board, Committee, or not-for-profit governance experience considered an asset
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Proficiency working with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Google Docs, and online meeting tools preferred
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Preference for applicants with lived experience related to Bridget's Bunnies' mission
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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
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including 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
Board secretary
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:
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Work with Board Chair to prepare meeting agendas and distribute in timely manner
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Ability to prepare typed, well-organized and detailed minutes in a timely manner
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Manage communication with team members; sending meeting notices and reminders
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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
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Keep informed about community and sector issues relevant to the mission and objectives of Bridget's Bunnies
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Provide direct support to strategic initiatives through the various Board committees, special projects, and ad hoc Board requests
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Assist in fundraising by attending events, engaging connections, maintaining and enriching current partnerships, developing new partnerships, and illustrating gratitude to donors and sponsors.
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Attend regular evening Board meetings and full-day planning sessions as required
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Ensure the organization complies with legal and financial requirements
Skills and Qualifications:
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Experience with minute taking and agenda preparations
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Sufficient time availability for Board duties
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Previous Board, Committee, or not-for-profit governance experience considered an asset
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Proficiency working with MS 365 and Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), and online meeting tools
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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
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Preference for applicants with lived experience related to Bridget's Bunnies' mission
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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
Board Treasurer
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:
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Assist with creation of budgets for Grants and Funds Development
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Assist with preparation of Bridget's Bunnies Financial Report/filing to CRA - year end entries, ensure bookkeeping recorded correctly, prepare CRA reports, file reports
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Ensure auditor is appointed annually and fiduciary responsibilities are met
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Assist with preparation of Financial Reports for programs and events, including Bridget's Run
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Understand, review, and monitor Bridget's Bunnies' financial affairs, including: annual budget; financial statements; and quarterly reports
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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
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Keep informed about community and sector issues relevant to the mission and objectives of Bridget's Bunnies
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Provide direct support to strategic initiatives through the various Board committees, special projects, and ad hoc Board requests
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Assist in fundraising by attending events, engaging connections, maintaining and enriching current partnerships, developing new partnerships, and illustrating gratitude to donors and sponsors.
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Attend regular evening Board meetings and full-day planning sessions as required
Skills and Qualifications:
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CPA designation or equivalent professional experience preferred
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Experience in not-for-profit finance, audits, and reporting preferred
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Sufficient time availability for Board duties
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Previous Board, Committee, or not-for-profit governance experience considered an asset
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Proficiency working with Quickbooks, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), CRA’s website, and online meeting tools
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Preference for applicants with lived experience related to Bridget's Bunnies' mission
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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
Being a S2F volunteer is one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling things you’ll ever do. Shape Canadian children's futures for the better by being a friend and a teammate. And the best part is, it’s actually a lot of fun. Volunteer and use your skills to help break the cycle of child poverty!
Details:
- Jan to May
- 30-40 minute sessions 2x/week (Tues/Wed/Thurs)
- flexible timing, between 3:30-6:30pm 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/be25fdc6-0bcf-499d-985c-39ad7ab41575
Please note while this is a virtual opportunity, volunteers must be located in Canada.
In 2015, we ran our first ever Butt Blitz — an action-oriented campaign focused on raising public awareness about cigarette litter, while simultaneously removing as much of it from the environment as possible.
Cigarette butts account for 1 in 5 pieces of litter that we find at our cleanups. These small cigarette butts are one of the most common forms of litter and when not disposed of properly, they cause negative impacts on local ecosystems and health.
Each spring, volunteers from across Canada pick up cigarette butts in their local communities, then send them to TerraCycle Canada for recycling. The social impact of this event is just as important as the environmental impact, as it helps prevent cigarette butt litter from ending up on the ground in the future!
We are looking for Butt Blitz Coordinators in communities across Canada to join us in expanding our impact by engaging volunteers locally throughout April!
As a Butt Blitz Coordinator, you are dedicating your time throughout April to help reduce the amount of cigarette litter in your local community and create a safer, healthier environment. You will help to spread awareness and connect others within your community to get involved in this initiative to reduce cigarette waste.
All you need to participate is a pair of gloves, an up-cycled container (e.g., an old yogurt tub) to collect your butts in, and an interest in improving your local environment!
Coordinator Responsibilities:
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Review and understand the Butt Blitz Coordinator Information package
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Participate in cigarette litter cleanups to contribute to the overall goal of removing 1 million cigarette butts
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Choose a central and easily accessible location for local volunteers to drop off their collected butts (e.g., your front porch)
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Engage and support a team of local volunteers throughout April (e.g., answering questions, keeping in contact, hosting small group cleanups)
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Mail in the cigarette butt collection to TerraCycle for recycling (shipping label provided by A Greener Future)
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Attend virtual team meetings via Google Meets (3 in total, max 30 minutes in length)
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Complete weekly check-ins with A Greener Future staff (via email or virtual call)
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Speak with the local media about the Butt Blitz should the possibility arrive
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Sign a virtual Liability Waiver
Please note: The Butt Blitz is a 19+ event (18+ in Alberta and Quebec) because we are working with hazardous waste.
To apply for this opportunity, please complete the application below by Sunday, Feb. 25, 2024: https://form-can.keela.co/butt-blitz-spring-2024-coordinator-form.
Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview to ensure that the role is a good fit and we’ll answer any questions you may have about the position.
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 and processed and shipped quarterly.
Hours: 2-4 hours a week; Tuesday – Thursday between the hours of 10:00 – 3:00 pm.
Location: In-person; Bridget’s Bunnies Office 65 Cedar Pointe Dr. unit 811A, Barrie
Roles and Responsibilities:
• Keep volunteer room clean and organized
• Pack kits according to orders and keep kits restocked
• Track supplies and inform 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
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.
Recruitment Volunteers This role will focus on recruiting, retaining, and renewing participants.
Duties include:
Marketing and communications:
- Website
- Emails
- Phone calls
- Text messages
- Social media i.e. Facebook, Instagram, Strava
Launch and / or VIP parties (in-person or virtual)
Team Captain VIP program
Spokespeople i.e. athletes and people affected by vision loss
Fundraising Volunteers This role will focus on making fundraising easier for participants and increasing funds raised by participants.
Duties include:
Participant fundraising portal
Marketing and communications:
- Emails
- Phone calls
- Text messages
Top Fundraiser VIP program:
- Fundraising toolkit i.e. tips, email templates
- Incentive prizes and awards
- Sponsorship
Event Day Logistics This role will focus on event day logistics and ensuring that we provide participants with a premier event experience.
Duties include:
- Venue selection
- Route, rest stops, and rider chip tracking system
- Jersey design
- Volunteers
- Start line experience
- Finish line experience
- Securing auction and gift bag items (if applicable)
To deliver/pick-up materials from locations throughout Simcoe County.
Pick up materials from the Society offices or designated location.
Deliver materials to participating locations within a specific time frame. Give the materials to the contact person or their designate. At prescribed time, pick up completed materials from the participating locations. Deliver completed materials to the Society office or designated location. Keep completed materials from participating locations separate from each other. Keep materials organized and in good condition.
Parkinson’s is a complex brain disease, and everyone’s Parkinson’s journey is different. More than 100,000 Canadians live with Parkinson’s and 30 more are diagnosed every day. There is currently no cure but, life with Parkinson’s is still possible.
At Parkinson Canada, people with Parkinson’s are at the centre of everything we do. Parkinson Canada is at an exciting time of transformation, where we are aiming to be the “go to” connector and guide for people living with Parkinson’s. We strive to inspire and empower people living with Parkinson’s to thrive through tailored programs, innovative research and raising the voice of Canadians impacted by Parkinson’s through our advocacy efforts.
If you want to make a positive impact on the lives of Canadians impacted by Parkinson’s, work with passionate, dedicated people where diversity and inclusion is celebrated and partner with great organizations that have the same goal then we look forward to meeting you!
The Opportunity
The Support Group Facilitator plays a critical role in the delivery of support services at community level. Once a month, they create a confidential and welcoming in-person or virtual space, where people living with Parkinson’s and/or their care partners can share their experiences and develop supportive relationships in a group setting. The time commitment for this opportunity is 3 – 5 hours per month.
Your Contribution
As a Support Group Facilitator, you bring a keen desire to make a difference in the lives of people affected by Parkinson’s. Your empathetic approach, enthusiasm for learning, and ability to facilitate discussion about issues related to Parkinson’s are key factors in ensuring that monthly support groups are safe spaces.
What is Needed to Succeed in this Role
- Compassion and a non-judgemental approach to supporting people
- Strong communication skills including active listening Ability to facilitate discussions that put the voices of those living with and affected by Parkinson’s at the centre
- Commitment to model inclusion and respect for diversity
- Love of learning
- Ability to carry out administrative tasks and provide promotional support
- Proficient with technology
- If in person able to commute to venue and complete lite set up and tear down activities. May need to lift 5-10 lbs.
- Daytime availability Monday - Friday to accommodate support group meeting schedule
Commitment
One support group meeting per month (1-1.5 hours per month), plus 3-5 hours monthly for administrative and organizational tasks. Stability is essential for Support Groups so a commitment of at least one year is appreciated.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete a Volunteer Profile and register for a Support Group Facilitator Information Session, available at: http://pcsupportgroups.parkinsoncanada.volunteerhub.com/
Resumes are strongly encouraged.
Parkinson Canada is committed to inclusion, fairness, respect, human dignity, and equity. We provide accessible employment and volunteer engagement practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applications from persons with disabilities are welcomed and encouraged. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to pass a standard Criminal Record Check.
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.
The Personal Disaster Assistance (PDA) Team is activated to respond and provide assistance for up to the first 72 hours following a disaster.
Responsibility 1. Disaster Response
Activities:
• Conduct client needs assessments to determine immediate, short and long-term needs of clients;
• Provide appropriate services based on the Technical Standards and the National Disaster Assistance Guidelines;
• Provide referrals to partner agencies and other community based groups;
• Communicate and report on progress, as appropriate, to the PDA Supervisor;
• Provide comfort to clients;
• Complete necessary paperwork (i.e. Goods and Services Vouchers, Client Needs Assessments and others as appropriate);
• Communicate complex cases to PDA Supervisor for provision of appropriate case management services;
• Participate in operational debriefings and provide suggestions for improvement.
Responsibility 2. Preparedness Activities
Activities:
• Actively engage in team preparedness activities including emergency planning and kit preparedness;
• Attend meetings as required;
• Support PDA Supervisor in materials/inventory management;
• Support with supplier agreements, as appropriate;
• Support the PDA Supervisor in planning and organizing services.
Responsibilities/Activities:
Responsibility 1. Disaster Response
Activities:
• Assess and determine the scope of impact and the necessary resources needed to address the needs (i.e. one time assistance or complex support) and report back to the designated point of contact;
• Conduct client needs assessment to determine immediate, short and long-term needs of clients;
• Provide referrals to partner agencies and other community based groups;
• Liaise with the fire protection services or other local authorities, as appropriate;
• Ensure compliance and provide ongoing feedback to PDA Responders during a response based on the Technical Standards and the National Disaster Assistance Guidelines;
• Facilitate operational briefings and debriefings during a response;
• Communicate, report on progress and evaluate the provision of the services, as appropriate to the designated point of contact;
• Provide timely formal and informal performance feedback to volunteers that report directly to the PDA Supervisor;
• Complete necessary paperwork (i.e. Goods and Services Vouchers, Client Needs Assessment forms and Response Reports)
Responsibility 2. Preparedness Activities
Activities:
• Participate in the recruitment of PDA team members
• Participate in PDA team member orientation & scheduling of training
• Coordinate team member availability and the team’s on-call schedule
• Ensure that supplier agreements are completed and updated annually
• Ensure response supplies are properly stocked and available
• Prepare and facilitate regular team meetings;
• Develop and update the response plan;
• Promote and ensure compliance with Red Cross directives and Technical Standards;
• Ensure availability of team members for responding 24 hours a day;
• Manage response equipment. Candidates under consideration will be contacted.
We are always looking for responsible, reliable and compassionate volunteers to join us in our journey to support those who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness and or food insecurity throughout South Simcoe.
We have several opportunities that may suit your experience, such as:
- Staff support (cleaning, meal serving, dishes, food labeling, inventory, and more)
- Outreach
- Meal Makers
- Snow removal and or landscaping
- Events
- Committee members (virtual and in person, for fundraising, campaigns, awareness, marketing, etc.
**Must have VSS completed prior to starting.
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.
Working towards the 2024 Barrie Fair. Property clean-up, gardening, local promotional activities. Fair setup and takedown.
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
Board members are concerned community members who are:
Supportive of the Agency’s Vision, Purpose and Values
Team oriented with good decision-making skills
Able to attend and participate in 10 Board meetings each year as well as committee meetings
Age 18 or over and live or work in Simcoe County or the District of Muskoka
While we encourage all interested persons to apply, as a skills-based board, we are highly interested in community members who have lived or professional experience in the following areas:
• French Language Service
• Indigenous Heritage
• Law/Legislation/Regulation
• Research/Academic
• Children’s Mental Health
• Education
• Communications / Fundraising
• Police/Corrections/Youth Justice
Varied skills, experience, capacity and attitude to fulfill expectations of this important role will be considered by the Nominating Committee.
**Confirmation of all prospective board members shall be conditional on receipt and review of a vulnerable sector / criminal record check, child welfare record check and COVID-19 vaccination.
Board members gain an understanding of the issues facing child welfare, children’s mental health and the process of governance. They also help to raise the visibility of the Agency by communicating our purpose and serving as ambassadors within the community.
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 Sept.
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
Volunteer tutors are needed to help adults to improve their reading, writing, math and digital skills.
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.
Volunteer in our retail shop, deliver snacks to schools, singsong and party support at seniors centres and so much more.
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Initial Session: Conduct an opening session with the child and parents to develop a personalized tutoring plan.
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Planning and Scheduling: Schedule and organize all tutoring sessions in coordination with the participant and program coordinator.
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Session Management: Direct sessions to build on skills the child is learning in school and provide one-on-one tutoring.
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Communication: Maintain regular communication with administrative staff to ensure satisfaction of both parents and the child.
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Student Engagement: Communicate with students to understand their learning needs and create engaging, interactive learning experiences.
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Academic Support: Educate students on various subjects, assist with homework assignments and test preparation, and support understanding of numeracy and/or literacy concepts using the Ontario curriculum.
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Strategy Development: Develop and implement strategies tailored to students with learning disabilities and ADHD, focusing on enhancing academic skills and self-confidence.
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Progress Monitoring: Track and document student progress, providing feedback and adjusting methods as needed.
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Training and Development: Attend virtual training sessions and meetings as required to stay updated on best practices and program guidelines.
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Confidentiality: Ensure all student information and records are kept confidential and handled with care.
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 asset 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 asset’s 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 are an asset.