What You'll Do:
• Help guide the organization: You will support CSCN in making important decisions about our future.
• Attend monthly meetings: Meetings take place on the 4th Tuesday of each month, from September to
June (no meeting in December).
• Join committees: You may join small groups of board members to work on specific topics or projects.

Program development, marketing, research, and facilitate Frontline United meetings (local support group).

Program development, marketing, research, and facilitate Frontline United meetings (local support group).

Working with other volunteers, this position would take a lead role in organizing social events such as:  New Member's Day, Bruce Trail Day, annual AGM, Trail Openings and the Volunteer BBQ.

Duties would include such activities as:  arranging a suitable venue and booking the facility; coordinate with both the public relations and volunteer coordinators; develop a schedule for the volunteers to assist with set-up, logistics etc; work with and coordinate other volunteers for preparing or picking up refreshments

THE OPPORTUNITY 

Campfire Circle will be running in-person overnight camp programs at two medically supported overnight camp locations, Rainbow Lake (Waterford, ON) and Muskoka (Rosseau, ON) this summer. We will also be running a Day Camp program in Ottawa.

We are seeking new volunteers age 19+ with a variety of skill sets to participate in a life-changing volunteer experience! New volunteers must commit to one camp session, which can be a 4 to 8 day camp experience (inclusive of on-site training). 
 
Whether it’s at Rainbow Lake, a quiet 143 acres site in Waterford, at Muskoka, which features 400 wooded acres in the town of Rosseau, or at our fun urban Day Camp location Ottawa, you will be connecting kids and families with fun indoor and outdoor activities that help improve their overall wellbeing.

All roles will require you to work in partnership with a team of other volunteers where your first priority will be camper/family safety; ensuring they are supervised and supported at all times.

To learn more about specific details and dates, please review the New Volunteer Applicant Guide: 2026-Volunteer-Info-Guide.pdf

Autism Ontario offers a variety of volunteer opportunities across seven regions in Ontario. Our volunteers play a crucial part in supporting individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. By joining our team, you’ll help foster inclusive communities and contribute to important programs and events.

Volunteers can participate in roles like Regional Events & Program Support, Bingo Volunteer Support (must be 18+), or Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) representation (must be 18+ and Canadian citizen).

Our programs are flexible, and we ask volunteers to commit to at least one event per quarter. Whether you’re helping at in-person events, participating in our committee groups or advocating for special education, your contribution is essential to our success.

Key responsibilities may include assisting with event setup and cleanup, supporting program participants, advocating for special education needs, and ensuring a positive experience for everyone involved. We offer flexibility that fits your schedule.

How to Apply: To apply for a volunteer position, visit our volunteer page https://www.autismontario.com/volunteer or contact us at volunteer@autismontario.com.

If you are a youth aged 14-19, this could be for you! By joining our Youth in Food Systems team, you can learn about and explore food systems while creating content for empowering and inspiring your peers to do the same.

Do you have a way with words, or just an interest in writing? Or perhaps you enjoy providing thoughtful feedback? Or have a knack for design? 

Are you eager to learn about and share knowledge about food systems and sustainability with your peers?
 

Join the youth-led blog as a Writer, Editor, Designer, or Publisher!

We are bringing youth on for each role within the youth-led blog team this year! Visit www.seeds.ca/schoolfoodgardens/blog to see the project. 

WRITERS

Do you have a way with words, or just an interest in writing? We have an opportunity for you to write about food- and sustainability-related topics for the blog! It’s written for young people, by young people, to educate and inspire your peers. 

EDITORS

The essence of the blog lies in having high quality content, and that shouldn’t fall solely on the blog writers. Our editors are responsible for reviewing each post and providing suggestions and feedback before the posts get published. 

DESIGNERS & PUBLISHERS

The aesthetic of the blog is important for capturing readers’ attention. This means having a featured image for each and every blog post created; and publishing each post in a way that is user friendly and appealing. If you have a creative eye and want to produce final pieces that are inviting, this role could be the perfect fit for you! 

If you're a youth aged 14-19, this could be for you! Join the youth team as a Content Creator, contributing to food systems knowledge sharing with your peers! 

Our social media is one of our primary communication platforms, and we’re looking for youth interested in helping us to grow it with fun, relevant, and informational content about food and sustainability! You will be able to co-lead our Instagram page (@youthinfoodsystems) by conducting research, creating posts, and (optional) interacting with our audience. 

YESS- In Motion & Momentum+ is a free, 10 week program for youth aged 15-30 yrs designed to unlock your potential, get you unstuck and discover your hidden strengths. You will be developing your own goals and action plan and encouraging others to do the same in a small group setting. Program begins September 15, 2025 in Port Elgin.

Treasure Tails retail store is part of the Georgian Triangle Humane Society and raises money by selling high quality home décor, women’s apparel, collectables, antiques and more, generously donated by our community.

All profits from sales go directly to supporting the Animal Centre and Treasure Tails is one of the GTHS’ largest fundraisers.

Description As a Treasure Tails Customer Service Volunteer, you will report to the Store Manager and will be responsible for the day-to-day customer service operations at the store, including sales, interacting with customers, money transactions, light housekeeping of the store premises and arranging items for display. You will also be expected to promote awareness of the GTHS, its public programs, promotions and the Animal Centre. Time Commitment Customer Service shifts run Sunday to Wednesday from 10.45am until approximately 3.30pm, and Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 9.45am until approximately 1pm or from 1pm until approximately 5pm. Available volunteer opportunities are noted at the bottom of this posting. Volunteers are expected to familiarize themselves with new items instore and special promotions at the start of their shift. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required. Roles and Responsibilities Main areas of responsibility:

• Provide assistance and excellent customer service to customers instore
• Respond to telephone / in person enquiries
• Coordinate with donors to book computerized donations appointments
• Proactively promote items on special offer
• Handle money and electronic sales transactions
• Record purchases by hand
• Wrap / bag purchases
• Regularly sanitize counter
• Monitor customers’ movements and blind spots for theft prevention purposes
• Respond to / refer enquiries relating to GTHS services and the animal centre
• After closing, tally day’s transactions, then photograph and email/text Daily Receipts slips
• Sweep / vacuum and mop prior to store opening or after closing
• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures

Assistance when store is less busy:

• Assist with acceptance of items being donated, if / as appropriate
• Assist with merchandising of incoming goods and / or filling gaps post-sale (hanging and on shelves)
• Tidy and replenish jewellery and watch displays, as appropriate
• Dusting and maintain tidy store

Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce is seeking community-minded individuals wishing to volunteer their time as Board of Directors Members or to assist at our promotional or fundraising events as Volunteer Members. 

Perform musically for geriatric patients

• Manage customer inquiries
• Submit order to supplier- 1 week in advance by text message with location and number of boxes
• Ensure only boxes that have been paid for or a token has been received are ordered
• Remind customers of order deadlines 1 week prior to pick up date and pick-up date and time
• Coordinate volunteer packers for delivery day
• Manage the set up of tables to sort and pack produce into boxes, clean up the host site, and disposal of cardboard
• Greet customers and record as boxes are picked up, take any pre-orders for the following month, and record accordingly
• Complete monthly reports and bank deposit/cheque-send report, bank deposit receipt or cheque, any tokens received, and a copy of supplier invoice to United Way by both mail and send a copy/photo by email to food@unitedwaybg.com
• Keep records of orders, pre-orders, and token use
• Promote the program within the community (social media, word of mouth)
• Availability to be on site for delivery day
• Some lifting may be required of produce on delivery day to unload the truck

*Hanover is also in need of a new location (publically accessible building) to run the program.

Space Requirements:

·       Access for delivery truck

·       Ramps for easy entry

·       Open area to pack boxes

·       Access for customers to pick up packed boxes

Event Setup​​:  Arrive early to assist with setup​​​; Set up registration tables and signage; Prepare and organize materials (e.g., handouts, flyers)​​​

Event Attendance:  Greet and check-in participants; Provide information and answer questions​

Program Help:  Assist with program activities and games; Support participants as needed (e.g., providing guidance, answering questions)​​​

Post-Event Duties​​:  Assist with cleanup and breakdown​​​; Gather feedback from participants​​​; Post event follow-up/feedback

Special event volunteers help out during events at the Bruce County Museum. Some of the activities includes helping with kids crafts, greeting visitors, helping with food prep, providing usher services to our theatre or helping with the bar if they are SmartServe certified. Examples of some of the events this year at the Museum include: TIFF movie screenings, special holiday events including our annual "Light up the holiday" event, youth camps and PA Day camps, speaker events and so much more!

General Kitchen Duties

• Assisting the cook
• Preparing meals
• Baking

To be a positive Mentor and friend for children or youth in a variety of group programs, with the potential to match individually with a child as a personal role model.

• Support and encourage kids as they grow
• Listen and provide advice when appropriate
• Role model appropriate behaviours and reinforce positive social skills

PM Dog Care Team Members report to the Dog Care Coordinator and help to maintain the general health and welfare of the dogs in our care at the Animal Centre. In part this is achieved by participating in our Canine Enrichment Program to provide mental and physical stimuli to these dogs.

To support the wide range of dog behaviours and needs we encounter at the GTHS, PM Dog Care Team Members complete a Dog Care Program*; quickly progressing from Green dogs (ie. puppies and seniors who are easy to walk and handle) to Yellow dogs (ie. young, rambunctious, pullers who can be slightly difficult to walk and handle), then work through the Orange and Purple levels at their own pace, with the ultimate goal of working with Red dogs (ie. strong, reactive dogs that are difficult to walk and handle, and that may have other behavioural issues). *Training is required upon joining the Dog Care Team and will be required intermittently to progress through the Dog Care Program.  

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance of dogs’ health and welfare
  • Prepare and provide medication, supper and clean water as required or instructed
  • Maintain clean and organized kennels (inside and outside)
  • Sweep and mop dog kennels’ and Animal Equipment Room’s floors
  • Deep clean kennels inside and outside for dogs that leave the Animal Centre (adopted, foster care, etc.)
  • Clean up after dogs (stoop and scoop) in the kennel area and outdoors, as appropriate
  • Oversee any cleaning and tidying resulting from own interactions with dogs
  • Dispose of garbage and recyclables

•  Assist in the maintenance of dogs’ physical and mental well-being
  • Interact with dogs for walks, training and socialization
  • Bathe / groom dogs
  • Reinforce behaviours that make dogs more adoptable
  • Disinfect any dog toys used for Enrichment
  • Create treats / food puzzles
  • Wash up dirty dog dishes and assist with laundry (washing, drying and folding linens), based on Enrichment activities undertaken
  • Ensure dogs are safe and secure

• Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures
• Use online Contact List & Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage

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• We are looking for a motivated person that shares their experience and expertise in a positive and constructive manner.  
• Join our Board of Directors to provide input on decision making.
• We are an advisory Board and meet for 1 hour once per quarter.

The Events and Fundraising Director will initiate and manage the Club's events.

Essential Elements:

• Plan, organize and run events inlcuding AGM & Christmas Potlock, End 2 End weekend, trivia nights, Travel adventures, Christmas tree sales, galas, garage sales and online auctions etc
• Liase with the Volunteer Coordinator to build your team and organize volunteer appreciation events
• Liase with the Communications Team to publicize events
• Work with Club Treasurer to report results to the Board
• Connect with the BTC fundraising team and it's peers at sister clubs to exchange ideas/learn best practices

Other:

• Review the Volunteer Orientation Handbook including the Volunteer Pledge, sign BTC Confidentiality Agreement
• Take advantage of the Fundraising Toolkit, avaialble on BTC website

It is helpful to have:

• Some experience in event planning and/or fundraising
• People, organizational, computer and communication skills

One on one visiting with residents 
Supporting and/or facilitating group activities 
Reading or playing games with residents 
Meal assistance  

Seeking volunteers to help with the maintenance of our 1500 square meter garden at Clearview Eco Park: planting, weeding, watering and harvesting for the local food banks. Take what you need and share what you can policy... if you can help with the garden you get to share in the harvest.

Across the country, the Gutsy Walk is made possible due to the time and talents shared by thousands of volunteers in their communities. With a collective goal to deliver our mission of finding a cure for Crohn's and colitis, we are greatly appreciative and thankful for our volunteers who have continuously led the Gutsy Walk to success each year.

As a Gutsy Walk Planning Committee Member, you’ll be working closely with a team of other volunteers to plan and promote your local Gutsy Walk. Your efforts in connecting and engaging your community—whatever your volunteer role with Gutsy Walk—will make a big impact in raising awareness about IBD and finding cures.
In particular, we’re looking for volunteers to support their local Gutsy Walk in the following ways:

• Community Outreach –inspire people to sign up and participate in the local Gutsy Walk
• Media Relations –connect with local media outlets to promote the Gutsy Walk
• Social Media –raise awareness about IBD and the Gutsy Walk through social media
• Fundraising –organize exciting fundraisers in your community
• Corporate Sponsorship –engage with local businesses to promote donations of sponsorship and gifts in kind
• Stewardship –build relationships with Gutsy Walk participants and encourage engagement

Overview & Impact: The Humane Education Program is an excellent way to connect with youth in our community and teach them about empathy, compassion and responsible pet ownership by focusing on the human-animal bond.  Annually more than 4000 youth participate in the Humane Education Program - building skills in social and emotional development.

Based on the Humane Education Volunteer’s skill set and chosen course / club, they may support this important GTHS program at our Collingwood Animal Centre and / or in the community. The majority of our programming takes place onsite at our Animal Centre.

Position Summary: Reporting to the Humane Education Specialist, Humane Education Volunteers assist and engage youth aged between 7-17 enrolled in a range of GTHS after-school programs. The youth age group supported will depend on the course / club the HE Volunteer selects.

Time Commitment based on area(s) of interest: 8 consecutive weeks’ commitment is required (onsite session dates will be provided at time of application or enquiry). Volunteers will be expected to arrive 15 minutes before and stay approximately 15 minutes after the club / course session time.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include:

• Assisting with running the program at the direction of the Humane Education Coordinator
• Helping to create a fun, encouraging learning environment
• Live videoing and explanation of Animal Centre activities (tour, Q&A)
• Making animal related crafts
• Engaging, supervising and working with children to direct their activities
• Ensuring animals are being handled compassionately
• Answering questions that arise

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