Volunteer Resources
St Catharines
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Office: 905-378-4647
St Catharines Site, 1200 Fourth Ave
St Catharines, ON, L2S 0A9
St Catharines, ON, L2S 0A9
Short Description
Volunteers perform a number of duties. From assisting with meals, to working the information desks at all of the sites, volunteers help keep the hospitals running by filling a number of important roles. Volunteers also support the important work of OneFoundation for Niagara Health and the Auxiliaries by raising money through Gift Shops, lottery ticket sales and other ways.
Please visit website to complete a volunteer application form and to learn more about medical screening requirements and volunteer intake process.
Please visit website to complete a volunteer application form and to learn more about medical screening requirements and volunteer intake process.
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Volunteer Resources
Niagara Falls
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Office: 905-378-4647
5546 Portage Rd
Niagara Falls, ON, L2G 1J4
Niagara Falls, ON, L2G 1J4
Short Description
Volunteers perform a number of duties. From assisting with meals, to working the information desks at all of the sites, volunteers help keep the hospitals running by filling a number of important roles. Volunteers also support the important work of OneFoundation for Niagara Health and the Auxiliaries by raising money through Gift Shops, lottery ticket sales and other ways.
Please visit website to complete a volunteer application form and to learn more about medical screening requirements and volunteer intake process.
Please visit website to complete a volunteer application form and to learn more about medical screening requirements and volunteer intake process.
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Welland
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Office: 905-735-1700
145 Lincoln St
Welland, ON, L3B 6E1
Welland, ON, L3B 6E1
Short Description
Facilitates the Welland Farmer's Market, Welland Arenas and the Welland Community Centre. Coordinates recreation and leisure needs of Welland residents in partnership with sports/recreation/culture groups.
Provides:
Provides:
- general interest courses and workshops for residents from preschool age to seniors - includes classes and workshops for parents and children to interact together and with others
- volunteer training and educational opportunities and community special events
- information on city-wide events and activities on website and Facebook page
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Volunteer Resources
Welland
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Office: 905-378-4647
63 Third St
Welland, ON, L3B 4W6
Welland, ON, L3B 4W6
Short Description
Volunteers perform a number of duties. From assisting with meals, to working the information desks at all of the sites, volunteers help keep the hospitals running by filling a number of important roles. Volunteers also support the important work of OneFoundation for Niagara Health and the Auxiliaries by raising money through Gift Shops, lottery ticket sales and other ways.
Please visit website to complete a volunteer application form and to learn more about medical screening requirements and volunteer intake process.
Please visit website to complete a volunteer application form and to learn more about medical screening requirements and volunteer intake process.
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Volunteer Resources
Port Colborne
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Office: 905-378-4647
260 Sugarloaf St
Port Colborne, ON, L3K 2N7
Port Colborne, ON, L3K 2N7
Short Description
Volunteers perform a number of duties. From assisting with meals, to working the information desks at all of the sites, volunteers help keep the hospitals running by filling a number of important roles. Volunteers also support the important work of OneFoundation for Niagara Health and the Auxiliaries by raising money through Gift Shops, lottery ticket sales and other ways.
Please visit website to complete a volunteer application form and to learn more about medical screening requirements and volunteer intake process.
Please visit website to complete a volunteer application form and to learn more about medical screening requirements and volunteer intake process.
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Community Supports
Fort Erie
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Office: 905-871-6770
615 Industrial Dr
Fort Erie, ON, L2A 5M4
Fort Erie, ON, L2A 5M4
Short Description
Promotes full inclusion for adults with a developmental disability. Focus on individual responses and assist people to achieve personal outcomes through the development of a person directed plan. Provides support in the following areas: employment, volunteer placements, recreation and leisure opportunities, life skill development, education.
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Administration / Community Services
Fort Erie
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Office: 905-871-6770
615 Industrial Dr
Fort Erie, ON, L2A 5M4
Fort Erie, ON, L2A 5M4
Short Description
Offers many services and programs to children and adults with intellectual challenges.
Supports are provided through a variety of programs including:
Supports are provided through a variety of programs including:
- Residential Services
- Family Support
- Community Support
- Children's Day Respite Programs
- Family Home Share
- Volunteer Services
- Special Services at Home
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Volunteer Resources
Fort Erie
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Office: 905-378-4647
230 Bertie St
Fort Erie, ON, L2A 1Z2
Fort Erie, ON, L2A 1Z2
Short Description
Volunteers perform a number of duties. From assisting with meals, to working the information desks at all of the sites, volunteers help keep the hospitals running by filling a number of important roles. Volunteers also support the important work of OneFoundation for Niagara Health and the Auxiliaries by raising money through Gift Shops, lottery ticket sales and other ways.
Please visit website to complete a volunteer application form and to learn more about medical screening requirements and volunteer intake process.
Please visit website to complete a volunteer application form and to learn more about medical screening requirements and volunteer intake process.
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Dunnville Health Centre Volunteer Association
Haldimand
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Office: 905-774-7431 ext 1311
400 Broad St
Haldimand, ON, N1A 2P7
Haldimand, ON, N1A 2P7
Short Description
Coordinates and orientates volunteers for the hospital and Edgewater Gardens and organizes fundraising activities
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Volunteer Resources, St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
Hamilton
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Office: 905-522-1155 x31435
2757 King St E
Hamilton, ON, L8G 5E4
Hamilton, ON, L8G 5E4
Short Description
Volunteers support and enhance the patient experience at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton and are assisted with choosing a placement that fits personal goals and personality. Volunteer opportunities are available at three campuses: 50 Charlton Ave, 100 West 5th St, and 2757 King St E.
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Volunteer Resources
Burlington
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Office: Joseph Brant Hospital 905-632-3737 ;
Volunteer Resources 905-632-3737 ext 1314
1245 Lakeshore Rd
Burlington, ON, L7S 0A2
Burlington, ON, L7S 0A2
Short Description
Through partnerships with staff, volunteers help create a positive experience for patients at the hospital
- volunteers are involved in most areas of the hospital in roles either patient facing, or in non-patient facing areas
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Volunteer Halton
Burlington
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905-632-1975
Open Doors at St Christophers; 662 Guelph Line
Burlington, ON, L7R 3M8
Burlington, ON, L7R 3M8
Short Description
A volunteer centre that:
- links people who want to volunteer with organizations that need volunteers
- provides leadership and education for volunteers and community agencies employing volunteers
- advocates for volunteer rights through its membership and association with provincial and national organizations
- provides a research and development function serving the voluntary sector, municipal and regional governments, and local grassroots organizations
- supports nonprofit agencies with training, consulting, promotion of volunteerism, and an online volunteer matching database
- promotes National Volunteer Week celebrations in April
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Volunteer Resources, St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
Hamilton
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Office: 905-522-1155 x31435
50 Charlton Ave E
Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6
Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6
Short Description
Volunteers support and enhance the patient experience at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton and are assisted with choosing a placement that fits personal goals and personality. Volunteer opportunities are available at three campuses: 50 Charlton Ave, 100 West 5th St, and 2757 King St E.
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Volunteer Services
Oakville
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905-338-4643
3001 Hospital Gate
Oakville, ON, L6M 0L8
Oakville, ON, L6M 0L8
Short Description
Volunteers assist the hospital staff in providing care to patients and help financially by fundraising. Volunteers help in a variety of areas and roles including:
- nursing units
- in-hospital patient transport
- dialysis
- Emergency
- Information Desk
- Long-term care
- library book cart
- Out-patient Clinics
- patient visitation
- surgical day care
- rehabilitation therapy
- ConnectCARE
- off site opportunities throughout the Halton community
- gift shop, convenience store, fundraising activities
- many other opportunities, including leadership opportunities with the volunteer association or volunteer department
- volunteer positions exist days, evenings and weekends
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Volunteer Resources, St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
Hamilton
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Office: 905-522-1155 x31435
Frank Charles Miller Medical Outpatient Clinic, Reception D, Level 0; 100 West 5th Street
Hamilton, ON, L9C 0E3
Hamilton, ON, L9C 0E3
Short Description
Volunteers support and enhance the patient experience at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton and are assisted with choosing a placement that fits personal goals and personality. Volunteer opportunities are available at three campuses: 50 Charlton Ave, 100 West 5th St, and 2757 King St E.
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Toronto
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Office: 416-967-1611
49 Bathurst St, Suite 201
Toronto, ON, M5V 2P2
Toronto, ON, M5V 2P2
Short Description
Arranges volunteer placements in developing partner countries for persons with a commitment to international development
- placements vary in length
- volunteers from developing partner countries also placed in Canada
- development education
- volunteers required to participate in fundraising, training and public education activities
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Toronto
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Office: 416-922-2672
555 Richmond St W, Suite 300
Toronto, ON, M5V 3B1
Toronto, ON, M5V 3B1
Short Description
Health Services, Child and Family Services, Newcomers Services, Employment Services, Legal Aid Services, see separate entries for more detail
Volunteer placement program -- 416-203-1220 ext 1220
Authorized testing centre for Test de français international (TFI)
Cultural Activities
Volunteer placement program -- 416-203-1220 ext 1220
Authorized testing centre for Test de français international (TFI)
- multiple choice test that evaluates the French level of non-francophones
- call for details and to make an appointment 416-922-2672
- also offered at Black Creek Community Centre -- see separate entry
Cultural Activities
- planning and organization of artistic and cultural activities in French
- newsletter
- Galerie Céline-Allard (call to book an appointment)
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Toronto
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Office: 416-597-1171
Crisis: 416-597-8808
Short Description
Rape crisis centre:
- crisis intervention and culturally sensitive counselling, support and referral
- support for families and friends of survivors
- support groups
- information on alternatives to legal justice system
- court support, accompaniment and advocacy program
- research, public education, workshops
- comprehensive volunteer training
- all services confidential
- trans-positive environment
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Ontario
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Office: No public telephone number
Short Description
Website for volunteer opportunities and recruitment
- searchable directory of volunteer opportunities and organizations
- ability to create profiles for volunteers and organizations
- online Resource and Learning Centre
- free monthly learning webinars for registered volunteers and organizations seeking volunteers
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Toronto
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Office: 416-961-6888
Short Description
Online database of volunteer opportunities in the City of Toronto, with direct contact links
- interviews by appointment
- monthly information sessions on volunteering
- consultation and training on volunteer management
- networking for volunteer managers and grassroots groups
- service standards consistent with the Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement
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Volunteer MBC, Mississauga
Mississauga
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Office: 905-238-2622
c/o Indus Community Services, 3038 Hurontario St, Suite 206
Mississauga, ON, L5B 3B9
Mississauga, ON, L5B 3B9
Short Description
- supports volunteerism through advocacy and outreach
- referral/matching service for volunteer placement within the community for youth ages 13 and up, seniors, newcomers and groups
- education and support for Volunteer Engagement Professionals, Board Directors and volunteers through the Training Centre for Service Excellence
- workshops, webinars, information programs
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Toronto
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Office: 416-961-2376
700 Bay St, Suite 800
Toronto, ON, M5G 1Z6
Toronto, ON, M5G 1Z6
Short Description
International Service -- retired, semi-retired or professionally active Canadians with technical or managerial experience
Indigenous and Northern Services programs -- as above, in Canada, with focus on economic and community development, governance, financial management, business plans and tourism, average assignment is 2-14 days
- provide volunteer consultative services overseas
- airfare, medical insurance and small allowance provided
- average assignment is 2-8 weeks
Indigenous and Northern Services programs -- as above, in Canada, with focus on economic and community development, governance, financial management, business plans and tourism, average assignment is 2-14 days
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Counselling and Support Services, Downtown Toronto
Toronto
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Office: 416-493-4242 ext 0
407 Huron St, 3rd Floor
Toronto, ON, M5S 2G5
Toronto, ON, M5S 2G5
Short Description
Client services include information and referral, short term supportive counselling and psychotherapy, case management, and supportive housing program (see Eligibility)
Holistic health education, mental health promotion, and consultation and educational services to agencies and professionals on ethnospecific mental health issues
- wrap-around mental health supports and services for youth in ethnospecific communities, including Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese and Cambodian newcomer youth
- advocacy, leadership and life skills training
- psychosocial recreation and education activities
- peer support and self help groups
- support groups for family members
- volunteer opportunities
Holistic health education, mental health promotion, and consultation and educational services to agencies and professionals on ethnospecific mental health issues
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Flamborough Drives Volunteer Program
Hamilton
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Office: 905-689-7880
163 Dundas St E
Hamilton, ON, L8N 2Z7
Hamilton, ON, L8N 2Z7
Short Description
A volunteer driver program for eligible residents who do not drive or have access to public transit to ensure individuals can get to stores for shopping and to run errands in the Flamborough area including: Waterdown, Carlisle, Freelton, Milgrove, Lynden, Greensville, and Rockton.
Please contact Flamborough Connects at least five business days before your trip to allow time to arrange transportation.
Volunteer opportunities available.
Please contact Flamborough Connects at least five business days before your trip to allow time to arrange transportation.
Volunteer opportunities available.
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Animal Adoptions of Flamborough Services
Hamilton
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Office: 905-689-7801
1269 Centre Rd
Hamilton, ON, L8N 2Z7
Hamilton, ON, L8N 2Z7
Short Description
An animal adoption agency that takes in lost, abandoned, or stray animals.
Animals are inoculated, microchipped, deworming, spayed, and neutered before being fostered or adopted.
Animals are inoculated, microchipped, deworming, spayed, and neutered before being fostered or adopted.
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