We are bringing on several high school youth to join Season 5 of our Food Leader Interview Series! Our youth Interviewers conduct virtual video interviews with professionals working in our food systems (aka Canadian food leaders). This role is responsible for participating in virtual training sessions, designing interview questions, communicating with their selected Interviewee, and carrying out an interview over Zoom. 

No prior experience is required! You must currently be a high school student or of high school age (14-19). 

Our goal is to provide a flexible and self-driven atmosphere where you’re free to explore your interests, gain new skills, and ultimately contribute to an important youth-driven project to inspire and educate youth about agri-food careers!

Position Overview:

The Event Planning Volunteer will assist with the coordination and execution of various events that help raise awareness and support for Christine's Place. These events include various fundraising events, community outreach programs, workshops and more. This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for community engagement, event planning and supporting a good cause.

Key Responsibilities:

• Event Coordination:

  • Assist with the planning, organization and execution of charity events.

  • Help secure event venues, coordinate logistics (e.g., catering, transportation, equipment) and ensure all event materials are ready.

  • Work with vendors, suppliers and sponsors to ensure smooth event operations.

• Volunteer Management:

  • Help recruit, train and manage event volunteers.

  • Ensure volunteers understand their roles and responsibilities during the event.

• Marketing & Promotion:

  • Assist with promoting events through social media, MailChimp newsletters and local community outreach.

  • Help design and distribute event flyers and promotional materials.

• Guest Services:

  • Coordinate guest lists and registration for events.

  • Assist with attendee inquiries, including providing information about the event schedule, location and logistics.

• On-Site Event Support:

  • Be present at events to assist with setup, registration and smooth running of activities.

  • Handle unexpected challenges or issues as they arise during the event.

• Post-Event Activities:

  • Assist with thank-you notes, follow-up emails and post-event surveys.

  • Help with arranging a team of volunteers for the breakdown and clean-up of the event site.

Qualifications:

• Skills and Experience:

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Experience in event planning or volunteer coordination is an asset but not required.

  • Basic knowledge of Canva,  Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Google Drive and/or event management tools are an asset.

• Personal Attributes:

  • Passion for supporting the mission and values of Christine's Place

  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

  • Positive, proactive and flexible attitude, especially in fast-paced environments.

  • Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.

This is a remote volunteer position supporting the Guelph-Wellington Community. All shifts and training are completed remotely, therefore, residence in Guelph-Wellington is not a requirement for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Complete outbound and outbound calls with service users residing in the county
• Complete safety/wellness checks, provide medication reminders, and engage in social conversations with vulnerable populations
• Assist with crisis intervention, when presented
• Utilize a strengths-based, solution-focused approach
• Provide external resources and referrals to service users 
• Complete case documentation of all interactions with service users

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

Do you have a passion for finances and helping people create a budget? Are you interested in learning how to facilitate financial literacy workshops with materials that will be provided to you? If so, please read the workshop description below. 

"Costs keep rising and money doesn’t stretch. People in your communities are struggling to stay housed, are deciding between buying food or paying for vital medicines, and are scared. Speaking with a knowledgeable, empathetic person can help people create a plan to move forward in a positive way. This interactive workshop will help you learn to work through a budget with someone and help them find resources and use various strategies to manage their finances."

Pregnancy and Infant Loss (PAIL) Network provides bereavement support at no cost to families who have experienced the loss of a pregnancy at any stage, or the death of their baby, up to 12 months of age. We currently have volunteer opportunities for people who are approximately two years past their bereavement date and are looking for meaningful ways to offer their support to others. We are actively training peer supporters for private mixed loss group peer led support, loss specific online peer-led group support, and one-to-one telephone support.

Peer Support Duties:

• Provide direct peer support to families 
• Communicate issues or challenges with Family Partnership Program Manager as they arise
• Communicate periodically with families through the peer support offered and/or through a distribution list (eg. email, newsletter, or mail) as necessary 

Administrative Duties:

• Communicate with PCMH through email, phone, virtual and in-person meetings 
• Ensure chapter email and telephone line are checked at a minimum every 4 days
• Attend monthly Town Halls and support resource creation by sharing your experiences and knowledge 
• Participate in training opportunities 
• Complete monthly data surveys, and respond to requests for information to inform PCMH programming and support initiatives better

Volunteer as a camp counselor at one of our two sleepover sites in Waterford (Rainbow Lake) or Rosseau (Muskoka) or day camp in Toronto or Ottawa. 

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.

https://ontariospca.ca/animalsmart/

As a Humane Education Volunteer Team Member, you would deliver presentations (60-75 minutes in length) primarily to local schools. The content for presentations will cover the Ontario SPCA mission and reflect humane education`s goal to inspire compassion, empathy, and respect for all animals, inspiring a connection with animals.

AnimalSmart™ presentations take a student-centred approach, aiming to foster meaningful conversations about animals through discussions, videos, and activities with curriculum connections. 

Previous teaching, presenting or experience working in a school setting would be an asset. 

 -Have good working knowledge of PowerPoint, Google Classroom, and other presentation software.  

-Ability to clearly communicate instructions to students.   

-Must provide a clear Criminal and Judicial Matters Check. 

-A vehicle in good working order will be required for this role.   

-Must reside within our Animal Centre communities (York, Durham, Barrie, Lennox & Addington, Leeds & Grenville, Midland, Muskoka, Orangeville, Orillia, Renfrew County, Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry, & Sudbury.  

-Must be able to provide daytime availability (during school hours). 

-Must be available to deliver 4 presentations a month.  

-Access to a personal tech device on a secure Wi-Fi network. 

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