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| Position Title | Organization Name(s) | Communities | Duties | Suitable For | Volunteering Location | Police Check |
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| Band Night Event Assistant | YMCA of Hamilton / Burlington / Brantford, Ron Edwards Family YMCA, The Underground, YMCA Youth Resource Drop-In Centre | | For all our regular band nights and events -Assisting with set up for the event, including tables, chairs, lighting, sound system and curtains. -Assisting with door ticket sales, concession sales, minor "security" (checking wristbands). -Tearing down and clean (reverse of set up duties including sweeping, mopping) |
Youth ; High School Students | Ron Edwards Family YMCA - Burlington | Not Required |
| Fun Fair Event Set Up and Take Down Volunteer | Milton Community Resource Centre | | Suitable for students and adults wanting a one time only volunteer opportunity. -Volunteers will be assisting with loading a truck with tables, chairs and event materials the day before the event -Volunteers will be assisting with clean up of the park event area, including some heavy lifting following the special event |
Anyone ; Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL | 410 Bronte Street South | Not Required |
| Walk to Fight Arthritis - Day of Walk Volunteers | Arthritis Society (The), Burlington Hamilton & Niagara Region, Client Services, Burlington Office | | Greeter, route marshals, set up, tear down, general volunteer, registration | Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) | Hendrie Park, Royal Botanical Gardens | Not Required |
| Community Garden Volunteer (Food in Halton) | Go Local Oakville | | Work with other volunteers to prepare and maintain some community garden beds. Physical labour could include shoveling and distributing compost, soil and/or mulch; planting seeds; weeding; watering; harvesting the produce. | Anyone ; Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) ; Families ; Community Groups | Around Halton | Not Required |
| Food Drive Assistant | Salvation Army, Oakville Community and Family Services | | -Distribute food collection bags (leave one bag per household in the mailbox or on the doorstep) between May 29th & June 3rd (can be an independent or a group activity) -Go door-to-door and collect food donations between 11am & 1pm on Sunday June 9. You can sign up individually, or as a group! (Please specify in your response) -Drive your own vehicle in the designated map area with your team on Sunday, June 9, so that food donations can be loaded and transported back to the food bank |
Youth ; Families ; Community Groups | Oakville - SW Oakville and Bronte Community | |
| Camp Volunteer | Community Living North Halton, Child and Family Services | | Support people with developmental disabilities to be involved in community activities and events. Swimming, gym and leisure centre activities are some of the opportunities available. We have camps for both children, youth and adults. | Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up | Depends on activity - Milton and Georgetown primarily | Required |
| Children's Recreational Programs Volunteer | Community Living North Halton | | Suggested community activities include: movies, sporting events, going for coffee, walks. | Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up | Dependant on location of program (Milton vs. Georgetown) | Required |
| Event Planning and Fundraising Volunteer | Community Living North Halton | | Committee meets once per month to discuss upcoming and potential fundraisers and events. There is a goal set each year for the committee to reach, based on budget needs. The Committee members divide duties both in the planning and at the event itself. | Adults aged 18 and up | Various locations in Milton and Georgetown | Required |
| Halton Extreme Race and Obstacle Scramble (HEROS) Leadership Committee | Canadian Cancer Society, Halton Unit | | Calling all adventure seeking race enthusiasts! The Canadian Cancer Society Halton Unit is currently looking for volunteers to join the leadership committee for a 5km extreme obstacle and endurance event scheduled to be held on Saturday August 17, 2013. Volunteers must love and have experienced the thrill of an athletic obstacle challenge as this new event is all about survival of the fittest all in... the name of a good cause. The ideal candidates should be highly organized, motivated and creative individuals that have a passion for the community and have knowledge of obstacle adventure styled events. This event is seeking members interested in obstacle building, sponsorship, food and beverage and promotion etc. |
Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up | Kelso Quarry in Milton | Not Required |
| Special Steps/ Friendly Visitor Volunteer | Acclaim Health | | Visit once every week for 1-3 hours. Volunteers are needed to provide in home visits or to take clients out for short walks or drives to the mall, lakeshore, driving range, RBG/areas of interest, go shopping or have a coffee (you decide). Clients often have various challenges which cause social isolation and may include physical limitations or memory impairments – but matches are based on previous experience, area of interest and comfort level. Ongoing support from a supervisor is always available but this is an independent position. Exercise Program is for balance challenged Seniors living in the community. Volunteers will be trained in a free half day training session and certified with the CCAA. Time commitment is 1 hr per week for 12 wk cycles with one client. One year commitment is required for free training. |
High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) | Halton Region | Required |
| Summer Camp Volunteer | Milton Community Resource Centre, Nursery School Programs | | -assist with daily operation of day camp including maintaining a safe, clean, enjoyable space & supervise children in a positive manner & tidy play area | Youth ; High School Students | Milton Community Resource Centre, 410 Bronte St. South Milton, Ontario | Required |
| Community Event Day Programs leaders - helpers | Willow Park Ecology Centre | | During Community Event Day Programs volunteers can look forward to helping with interactive stations, kids programs and crafts, leading tours, assisting with theme specific activities and taking pictures for the Willow Park records and online postings. | Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) ; Families ; Community Groups ; Corporate Groups | Willow Park Ecology Centre, Norval (between Georgetown and Brampton, just west of Winston Churchill) | |
| Lunafest Event Support | Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Services of Halton | | SAVIS is looking for youth 16+ to help us with our upcoming fundraiser, Lunafest. Greeting guests as they arrive, taking tickets, selling snacks, tidying up after event. | Youth ; High School Students | Not Required | |
| Special May Youth Volunteer Thursdays | Willow Park Ecology Centre | | In 2013 Willow Park developed, Special May Youth Volunteer Thursdays held after school from 4:00-6:00pm on all five Thursdays in May. | Youth ; High School Students | Willow Park Ecology Centre, Norval (between Georgetown and Brampton, just west of Winston Churchill) | |
| Stewardship & Monitoring Programs leaders - helpers | Willow Park Ecology Centre | | During Stewardship and Monitoring Programs suitable volunteers can act as leaders and/or helpers while they experience opportunities to learn how to ID wildlife, critters and tree species, and monitor tree growth. Those who step forward to help with gardening learn about water efficiency, and what plants are habitat or food for which wildlife and important insect species. And very importantly, what plants are invaders that overrun our local natural spaces if not kept in check through removal and replacement plantings. Of course the learning occurs while engaged in hands-on projects that may include getting your hands dirty, while digging, planting, weeding, watering. Then, take a walk in the park and watch your work “grow! The Park is a great place to meet others while enjoying the outdoors! |
Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) ; Families ; Community Groups ; Corporate Groups | Willow Park Ecology Centre, Norval (between Georgetown and Brampton, just west of Winston Churchill) | |
| School Credit Hours volunteer | Burlington Reuse Environmental Group, Reuse Centre | | Various volunteer duties such as receiving, cleaning, stacking shelves, etc. | Youth ; High School Students | 3335 North Service Road, Burlington | |
| Booksale Help | Oakville Literacy Council | | Sorting books, packing boxes, recycling, lifting boxes. On set up day: we need a team of strong people to lift boxes of books, transport them using dollies to the Rehearsal Hall, set up tables. On take down day, we need strong people to lift boxes onto a truck. General helpers at all times are need to pack books into boxes. | Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up | Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural Centre, 2302 Bridge Road, Oakville | Required |
| In-Community Shaker Sign Volunteer | Canadian Blood Services, Blood Donor Clinics, Burlington | | ● Stand on the sidewalk in front of the Canadian Blood Services clinic. ● If prospective donors stop to ask questions, direct them to the clinic. ● Communicate with In-Clinic volunteers and Donor Services Representatives to distinguish if and how many donors are donating due to the shaker sign (tracking) |
Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) ; Families ; Community Groups | 1250 Brant Street, Burlington | Not Required |
| Front of House Volunteer | Oakville Ensemble | | Welcome patrons, manage ticket sale table, hand programs out, usher patron to seats, help setup and clean the stage for larger productions, help with patron's data compilation. Assist with post-concert receptions. | Downtown and North Oakville | Not Required | |
| In-Clinic Leader (Milton) | Canadian Blood Services, Blood Donor Clinics, Burlington | | This assignment has a variety of duties, including, but not limited to the following: • Welcome and serve refreshment items to donors upon their arrival from the donation area • Observe donors and alert clinic staff of adverse reactions • Assist donors to feel both valued and appreciated for their donation • Encourage and recognize donor participation in CBS initiatives, as appropriate • Adhere to policies, procedures and training requirements • Regularly review written volunteer duties and centre specific procedures |
Adults aged 18 and up ; Seniors (55+) | Mobile Clinics are held at New Life Church 824 Thompson Road South Milton | Not Required |
| Environmental Education Program Assistant | Willow Park Ecology Centre | | Assist with set up and clean up for educational activities. Assist in delivery of educational activities for summer drop-in and special event programs. |
Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up | Willow Park Ecology Centre is located in Norval ON. There is no public transit to the location | Required |
| Assignment Saving Lives Volunteer Recruiter | Canadian Blood Services, Blood Donor Clinics, Burlington | | -maintain confidentiality and privacy -recruit eligible blood donors -track donors donating on recruiter's behalf -ensure program paper work has been filled out correctly |
Youth ; High School Students | Throughout community | |
| Chill Zone Sports Instructor | Community Development Halton, Volunteer Halton | | Volunteer Sport Instructor will commit to one full week in the summer. The program takes place from 9:30am-11:30am. The instructor will be present the full two hours and will be in charge of leading a skill development session that they have created from 10am - 11am. Each day the session will take place at a new North Burlington location and the volunteer will be responsible for meeting us at that location. The sport equipment will be provided by Chill Zone. | Youth ; High School Students | Burlington, TBA | Required |
| Event Planning, Registration, Fundraising, Marketing | Burlington Minor Football Association | | Many volunteer positions available with the Burlington Braves. Marketing, Event Planning, Registration, Communications. Bring your talents and join a very strong team dedicated to this CJFL team. | Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Families | Burlington Braves clubhouse - Nelson High School | Not Required |
| Relay for Life Committee Members and Event Day Volunteers | Canadian Cancer Society, Halton Unit | | Committee members assist in areas of sponsorship, team recruitment, activities, fight back zone, volunteer management. Event day volunteers needed for registration, logistics, luminaries for the Luminary Ceremony, set up day of, tear down and clean up day after. |
Anyone | Relay for Life event will take place at Appleby College, Oakville | Not Required |
| Aquatics Volunteer | Halton Hills. Recreation and Parks Department | | Assist Swimming Instructors teach skills, drills and activities to Learn to Swim participants. | Youth ; High School Students | Gellert Community Centre / Georgetown Indoor Pool / Acton Indoor Pool | Required |
| Program Volunteer | Halton Hills. Recreation and Parks Department | | Volunteers assist instructors in facilitating the program, assisting with sign in and out and end of session evaluations. | Youth ; High School Students | Various locations in Georgetown and Acton | Required |
| The New Mentality Youth Leader | ROCK, Head Office | | The New Mentality is a mental health group that is comprised of youth looking to decrease stigma and raise awareness about mental health. The New Mentality Halton is looking for group members to assist in the creation of a fourth annual youth engagement conference. The main goal of this conference is to encourage youth to start a New Mentality Council at their own school. The conference will educate youth as well as their staff advisor(s) on how to successfully run a council and create an event. We are looking for self-motivated, opinionated and organized youth to join our team! | Youth ; High School Students | Flexible | Not Required |
| Backstage Assistant | Burl-Oak Theatre Group | | Helping out pre and post production . No experience needed - all training provided. Backstage roles: costumes, props, stage hands, lighting, sound, publicity, make-up. |
Adults aged 18 and up ; Seniors (55+) | 1290 Speers Road, Unit 12, Oakville | Not Required |
| Committee Volunteer "Race for Teens At Risk" 5K Walk/Run | Drew Hildebrand Teen Benefit Fund | | To promote the event in school, friends, families and community. Route marshals, registration, food prep, raffle, set up- tear down, general volunteer. |
Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up | Coronation Park, Oakville | |
| Gala Event Committee Member | Darling Home for Kids (The) | | Be an active participant in all facets of the event from acquisition of silent auction items, procurement of sponsorship, ticket and table sales, coordination of print materials, and event day set up. Ideally, this person is a go-getter, good follow through, comfortable asking for sponsorship/money and can build a good rapport with sponsors. |
Adults aged 18 and up | ||
| Friendly Visitor | Links2Care, Oakville Office, Oakville/ Burlington/ Milton | | To provide companionship services to isolated seniors and adults with disabilities in their homes or to go on outings in the community. Visits may include conversation, games, activities of interest and /or outings in the local community. Time Commitment of 1-2 hours per week. |
Visits are in client homes. Location of client's homes varies by community. | Required | |
| Friendly Visitor | Links2Care, Georgetown Office | | To provide companionship services to isolated seniors and adults with disabilities in their homes or to go on outings in the community. Visits may include conversation, games, activities of interest and /or outings in the local community. Time Commitment of 1-2 hours per week. |
Adults aged 18 and up | Visits are in client homes. Location of client's homes varies by community. | Required |
| Friendly Visitor | Links2Care, Acton Office | | To provide companionship services to isolated seniors and adults with disabilities in their homes or to go on outings in the community. Visits may include conversation, games, activities of interest and /or outings in the local community. Time Commitment of 1-2 hours per week. |
Adults aged 18 and up | Visits are in client homes. Location of client's homes varies by community. | Required |
| Seniors' Centre Volunteer | Burlington. Parks and Recreation Department, Burlington Seniors' Centre | | Many varied activities which may include: help setting tables preparing coffee, tea, arranging food on platters and tables. Some food preparation (no cooking). Assisting team with cleanup. | Youth ; High School Students | Not Required | |
| Fundraiser volunteer | Halton Fresh Food Box | | People who love to fund raise in a variety of ways would be a real asset to our program. It can be as simple as approaching local sponsors for donations to organizing and hosting a fund raising event to writing grant proposals. Volunteers can self-select the type of fund raising they like to be involved with in conjunction with the Sustainability Committee. Time commitment: dependent on type of fundraising and each fundraisers’ availability. | Adults aged 18 and up | Through out Halton Region | |
| Volunteers | Oakville Chamber Orchestra | | Prepare promotional material for distribution, help usher and assist in staging of concerts, provide ticket information and sales to concert-goers, assist with post-concert reception. We are also looking for some people with an interest in helping to distribute some flyers "door to door" in specific areas within Oakville and Burlington. |
Youth ; High School Students | St.Simon's Anglican Church (1450 Litchfield Rd.) and Central Baptist (340 Rebecca St.) Oakville | Not Required |
| Volunteer | ErinoakKids, Centre for Treatment and Development | | The following are some examples of the programs that are assisted by volunteers: Direct Support (working with children and clinicians/therapists) Core Services Audiology, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Vision Services, Intensive Behavioural Services, Medical Services, Communication Services (i.e.clinics, hydrotherapy, printing and typing, classroom support, summer camps, social skills groups, etc.) Expanded Services Psychology & Psycho-educational Services, Special Services at Home, Transition Services, Nursing Services, Assistive Devices Resource Services, Caregiver Education Services, Community Participation and Engagement, Respite Services, Specialty Clinics, Recreation Therapy (Music, Drama), Early Childhood Education Services, Behaviour Consultation/ Therapy, Social Work (i.e.Respite Camp, Brothers and Sisters Day, Teen Drop-In, Dances, Skating, Cooking, book club, music, baseball, games nights, drama productions, music groups, etc.) Indirect Support (working behind the scenes to ensure that all services and operational needs function smoothly in support of our children and families) Administrative Support Clerical, Information and Resource Centre, data entry, photocopying, reception, mailings, etc. ErinoakKids Foundation (assisting with the profile raising and fundraising endeavours of our Foundation and other third party events to benefit ErinoakKids) Holiday festivities, HOG (Harley Owners Group) Ride, Dinner and Dance, Golf Tournaments, etc. Group Volunteering (Group volunteer days with corporations, teams, or community groups) |
Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Seniors (55+) ; Community Groups ; Corporate Groups | Burloak site - International Blvd, Burlington, Respite site - Oakville, Bristol site - Oakville | Required |
| Ambassador | CNIB, Halton/Peel Region | | - To educate the public about vision loss, promote vision health, and enhance awareness of CNIB and our services. - Speak on behalf of CNIB to community groups, corporations, schools, seniors centres, vision health professionals, etc. - Use your multi-lingual language skills in speaking with ethno-cultural community groups OR share your personal experience with vision loss and CNIB - Set up and staff displays at community information forums with other volunteers and/or staff - Demonstrate technical aids with other volunteers and/or staff - Submit a report within one week after each presentation - Attend ongoing training as requested |
People with a physical disability ; People with a visual impairment ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) | Various Community Locations | Not Required |
| Food for Life Volunteer | Halton Children's Aid Society | | This is one of the most vital roles we have at the Halton Children’s Aid. Once a week, the Food for Life organization provides food which we then distribute to families associated with our organization and identified as being “a family in need”. Volunteers are required to sort the food into individual grocery bags and then deliver the food directly to the families. The volunteer could choose to do either the bagging or the delivery, or both. The time commitment is once a week, every Thursday in Acton. Confidentiality and commitment is of the utmost importance since these families rely on this service to help feed their children. |
Adults aged 18 and up | ||
| Donation Sorting Volunteers | Compassion Society of Halton | | -Sorting and hanging donated clothing -Sort and stock our emergency food cupboard -Helping donors in with their donations Volunteers should be able to work standing up for short periods of time. Some of the volunteers positions do require some walking, hanging and sorting clothing in the store. |
Youth ; High School Students | 484 Plains Road East (Bingo Plaza), Burlington | Required |
| Shades of Fun - event volunteer | CNIB, Halton/Peel Region | | - Use your leadership skills to advocate for and run a "Shades of Fun" fundraiser in your school or community group. Training, posters and information packages are available. - Be knowledgeable about the program and be able to answer basic questions. - Ask for staff assistance or direction when required. - Other marketing and administrative duties as required. |
Youth ; High School Students | In the community or at schools | Not Required |
| Various Volunteer Positions | Darling Home for Kids (The) | | - assisting with recreation therapy programs (arts and crafts, reading, baking, outdoor games) - administrative support - gardening/maintenance of the home - special events and fundraising (golf tournament and Comfort & Joy Gala) - Comfort & Joy Gala Committee Members |
Youth ; High School Students | 5657 15th Side Road, Milton Ontario | Required |
| Child Care Assistant | Milton Community Resource Centre, Early Learning and Child Care Centre, Bruce Trail Public School | | -to assist teachers with the care of toddlers and young children in a child care setting -playing/reading to toddlers and young children -assist with set-up/tidying of room -learn the teachers/classroom rules & philosophy |
People with a physical disability ; People with a hearing impairment ; People with a visual impairment ; Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) | Bruce Trail Early Learning and Child Care Centre, 1199 Costigan, Milton | Required |
| Backpack Program Student Volunteer | Links2Care, Georgetown Office | | To assist in organizing and marketing of the Backpack Program, awareness campaign, fundraising activities, special projects or events | Youth ; High School Students | Various | |
| Greening Sacred Spaces Advisory Committee Member | Halton Environmental Network | | Assist with identifying, articulating and prioritizing the issues, topics and challenges affecting faith communities in their efforts to green. Identify ways to improve communication with faith communities and encourage their involvement in greening initiatives. Assist with event planning, communication, and execution. Assist with marketing and promotion, including advertising services to faith communities. Share related experiences, expertise and contacts. Identify other subject-matter experts and knowledge leaders who can support the Greening Sacred Spaces goals. Participate in monthly meetings, conference calls, task teams and other activities to the fullest extent possible. Attend additional meetings (if they are necessary) |
Youth | Halton and Peel Regions | Not Required |
| Fundraising Committee volunteer- Special Events | St John Ambulance, Oakville - Milton & Halton Hills Branch | | - Attend a monthly meeting - Organize logistics ofvarios fundraising events - Solicit silent auction/ raffle donations - Solicit sponsors - Sell tickets to events/ recruit participants - Brainstorm new fundraising event ideas |
Adults aged 18 and up | 202-407 Speers Rd West Oakville | Required |
| Therapy Dog Member | St John Ambulance, Oakville - Milton & Halton Hills Branch, Therapy Dog Program | | Handlers and their canines make weekly visits to long term care facilities in Milton, Oakville & Halton Hills. There is a short training/evaluation process including a minimum of 10 visits. Canines must be at least 1 year old. Volunteer hours are flexible to your schedule. Handlers must be 18 or 16 and accompanied by an adult. Handlers must commit to 60 hours per year. | Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up | Various locations | |
| Hospital Volunteer - Adult | Halton Healthcare Services, Georgetown Hospital | | Hospital volunteers assist in chronic care, medical surgical wards, gift shop and coffee kiosk, information desk and fundraising functions depending upon availability and openings. | Adults aged 18 and up ; Seniors (55+) | Not Required | |
| Hospital Youth Volunteer | Halton Healthcare Services, Georgetown Hospital | | Youth volunteers (high school students) assist in chronic care, medical surgical and obstetrics wards, offering meal tray support, friendly visiting and helping out staff on the patient unit. Youth can also be placed on the information desk, or those 16 years of age and older can volunteer in the Gift Shop. Post-secondary students must apply as an adult. | Youth ; High School Students | Not Required | |
| Peer Outreach Training | Peer Outreach Support Services & Education (POSSE) | | Your only duty is to show up, be open minded, non-judgmental and willing to learn. January through May is our official POSSE outreach trainings where we cover such topics as racism, sexism, sexual assault, homelessness, homophobia, harm reduction, sexual health, anti-oppression etc... Reps from various social service agencies come in and engage the youth in discussion around the issues but also let us know about what services are available in the community. Youth are encouraged to get involved in the discussions but are welcome to listen only. The youth who have been through trainings are out in the community from June through September handing out harm reduction supplies, resource and referral information connecting with youth in their community. From October to December we begin meeting again and these trainings are a little more informal, and open to what youth want to do. Sometimes we have doc/talk nights where we watch a documentary and have a discussion. We have done resume building/ interview skills, yoga, improv, starting a social movement, self-defense. This is an opportunity to come to POSSE trainings, get your volunteer hours for school, and potentially apply for one of the paid positions for which you will receive honoraria for all training and outreach work. |
Youth ; High School Students | Locations info on our website: http://www.posseproject.ca/index.php/peer-outreach/training/ | Not Required |
| Assistant Music Instructor | Canada. Canadian Forces, Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps, 1188 Lorne Scots, Oakville | | Assist the Music Director, starting up a brand new army cadet brass and reed marching band. We are now searching for several experienced music instructors, to volunteer and instruct interested cadets at our unit. The level of musical experience of the cadets participating will vary. There will be a commitment of one regular evening per week and the occasional day on the weekend. |
Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up | Oakville Armoury- 90 Thomas Street, Oakville (Lakeshore Rd., 3 blocks west of Traflagar Rd.) | Required |
| Co-op Student Volunteer - High school or College student | Halton. Social and Community Services Department, Services for Seniors Division, Long-Term Care Homes, Creek Way Village | | Experience a learning opportunity in a geriatric facility,working directly with residents and or clients under the guidance of a staff supervisor. | Creek Way Village | Required | |
| Summer Camp Volunteer | Halton Children's Aid Society | | During July and August we run a special summer camp for children who would otherwise not be able to experience the joys of making friends and learning new skills in a camp setting. Volunteers join our specially trained counsellors and assist in all areas of the camp program. Energy, patience, and a keen sense of humour are the key qualifications for this role. This position is especially rewarding for students who are thinking of a career in social work or teaching. | Burlington, Milton and Acton | Required | |
| Driver | Compassion Society of Halton | | Volunteer Driver needed 2.5 hrs 3 mornings per week. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Volunteer can pick one day a week, two or even 3 days a week. | 484 Plains Road East, Unit 7 | Required | |
| Tutor Volunteer | Halton Children's Aid Society | | Would you like to help a child/youth reach their full academic potential or motivate them to achieve more? Volunteers are required to tutor children/youth in all subjects, especially math, English, science and French. The volunteer will assist a child to experience success in learning through a supportive one-to-one relationship. The children requiring assistance can range from age 6-18 and all academic levels. Scheduling can be arranged directly with the foster parents and the tutor at your mutual convenience. | In your home, foster parents home or agency | Required | |
| Compassion Volunteer | Compassion Society of Halton | | Preparation before opening. We open at 12 but need to organize food received that morning from Food for Life and Refresh Foods. Clothes sorting, screening and organizing. | 484 Plains Road East, Unit 7 | Required |