SUMMARY
We are building the Student Advocacy Advisory Committee (SAAC): to help ensure your ideas, needs, and concerns are shaping the future of student life at Ontario Tech. SAAC is a standing committee of the OTSU Board, dedicated to identifying advocacy concerns and advising the executive team on priorities, initiatives, and policies that impact you and your peers.
WHY JOIN?
• Make a real difference in student life
• Represent your faculty and peers
• Build leadership experience and grow your voice
• Work directly with OTSU executives and student leaders
• Gain insights into how student advocacy and governance work
• Meet like-minded peers and build your network
DUTIES AND RESPON
Responsibilities
Represent student concerns from your faculty
Review and recommend changes to the advocacy policy library
Advise executives on student-relevant issues
Consult on new programs, services and campaigns
Requirements
Passion for student voice, equity and institutional change
Respectful communication and peer representation
Willingness to collaborate and contribute to decisions
Commitment to attending meetings and following policies
Communication skillsDecision makingConfidentiality
"Keep Playing Kids (“KPK“) is a national not-for-profit that provides FREE sports programs to children in our communities. We provide fun and safe recreational activities to help keep kids active, introduce them to new sports and share the joy of PLAY.
1% of JAM’s revenue, created by our ongoing adult sports leagues, is donated directly to our Keep Playing Kids initiative which is what allows us to run these programs completely FREE. By leveling the playing field, we give all kids a chance to benefit from the positive nature of organized sports.
Candidates must be a great fit with the JAM Core Values:
• Chase the Vision
• Deliver What You Promise
• Take Pride in What You Do
• Get Shit
Responsibilities
Plan and organize age-appropriate sports drills for children
Lead and supervise sessions, ensuring participant safety
Teach fundamental skills, techniques and rules of sports
Promote teamwork, fair play and sportsmanship
Requirements
Passion for working with children and active lifestyles
Experience playing or coaching sports, ideally with children
Knowledge of coaching principles and safety guidelines
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
TeamworkTeachingCoachingCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsAdaptabilityAttention to detailPublic speaking
Invest Ottawa Volunteer Advisors
Hey there! You're likely reading this because you've reached a point in your career where you're eager to give back to the tech startup community. As you know, starting and building a tech firm is hard. However, by leaning in with your experience and knowledge, you can provide invaluable guidance and support to early-stage entrepreneurs who are just starting out.
Whether you are a serial entrepreneur, a seasoned executive or an industry expert, your skills and insights can help startups navigate the ups and downs of building their business. By taking this step, you'll have the opportunity to share your experience, knowledge, and battle scars while expanding
Responsibilities
Advise early-stage tech founders on startup challenges
Share experience and battle-tested insights
Assess companies and provide guidance and questions
Build trusting mentoring relationships on Mentorloop
Requirements
Experience at a technology company, ideally in leadership
Familiarity with the startup lifecycle or scaling teams
Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills
Demonstrated leadership, advisory or mentoring experience
Support your community. Advance your career. Fulfill your purpose.
Joining the Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin Branch as a volunteer means you’ll be part of something meaningful. For starters, we’re honored to have received the Canadian Non-Profit Employer of Choice Award for our efforts to help people live better. Providing support and services to those who live with mental illness and addictions, we’re committed to increasing awareness and addressing the stigma surrounding mental health. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to create a diverse organization that represents the communities we serve – and the people we help.
We are seeking volunteers to join the Canadian M
Responsibilities
Attend monthly committee meetings
Review and advise on policies, programs and services
Serve as liaison to leadership and the Board
Participate in focus groups and subcommittees
Requirements
Lived experience with mental health or addiction services
Position Type: Volunteer - Part-Time
Hours of Work: Variable - Monday through Sunday, days and evenings (closed Tuesdays) – Holidays, as required
Location: Orono, Ontario
Reporting to: On-Hill Snow School Supervisor and Snow School Manager
Start Date: January 2027 (Training may begin December 2026)
At Brimacombe ski area we don’t just offer skiing and snowboarding, we offer a place for all ages to get outside, enjoy the fresh air and create unforgettable family experiences! We are currently seeking outgoing, customer-focused volunteers to help us turn everyday visits into wonderful winter memories.
As a Volunteer in our Snow School department you help create the energy and excitement aroun
Responsibilities
Support instructors with lessons and programs
Attend volunteer orientation and training sessions
PATIENT PARTNER (VOLUNTEER POSITION)
WELLINGTON HEALTH CARE ALLIANCE
Groves Memorial Community Hospital, Palmerston & District Hospital, and Louise Marshall Hospital
Position Summary:
The Patient Partner Council (PPC) and the Wellington Healthcare Engagement Network (WHEN) represent our patients, families, caregivers, and members of the community who are central to everything that we do as an organization. The PPC plays an important role in identifying priorities, partnering in decision making, and monitoring Wellington Health Care Alliance (WHCA) progress. Integrating patients’ values, experiences and perspectives is a priority at all levels of care.
Members of this group engage with s
Responsibilities
Participate in co-design improvement activities in person, by phone or email
Provide respectful, insightful suggestions in a safe environment
Assist in developing patient- and family-focused practices
Maintain privacy and confidentiality of patient and sensitive information
Requirements
Experience as a patient, family member or caregiver at a WHCA hospital
Commitment of two years, attending 9-10 meetings per year
Interest in improving patient and family experience
Join Our Oldest and Most Revolutionary Program
Be part of an over 40 year old legacy of community showing up for survivors and participating in mutual aid. The training is offered free of charge in exchange for a one-year volunteer commitment. Over 12 weeks, you will learn to support survivors using a feminist, anti-oppressive, and decolonizing approach in an environment that values your lived experience, learning and unlearning through generative discussions, vulnerability, and accountability.
Next Training Cohort: Jan 12 to Mar 30, 2027
**Please note that applications submitted at this time will be reviewed for the upcoming January 2027 training cohort.
Application deadline: Nov 15, 20
Responsibilities
Take crisis calls and support survivors of sexual violence
Facilitate or take part in survivor support groups
Support outreach, fundraising or office work
Attend monthly volunteer meetings and supervision
Requirements
Complete 12-week in-person training, missing no more than 3 sessions
Commit to one year of volunteering, about 8 hours per week
Not accessed Salal services in the last 3 years
Reflect on readiness for challenging subject matter
Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia (HSNS) volunteers assist staff at many of our locations throughout the province. Volunteer placements are usually for a minimum of 6 months with a maximum of 7 hours per week. Most placements take place on weekdays between the hours of 9:00am and 4:00pm. This application is not intended for individuals interested in job shadowing - please directly contact the site you are interested in shadowing at to express your interest.
Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia (HSNS) is dedicated to client/patient and family centered care. This means putting clients and patients and their families at the center of decisions about their own health and care, as well as incorporating t
Role description:
The Gilbert Centre works closely with Charitable Gaming Ontario and Delta Bingo & Gaming in Barrie. By providing 2 volunteers per shift we receive a portion of the proceeds to invest into our programs and services. The role requires you to represent the Gilbert Centre as you greet patrons coming and going from the establishment and provide some light cleaning duties on shift.
When: Every other Monday from 1pm-3pm
Age Requirement: 18+
Other Requirements: Online training and one shadowing shift (to be scheduled with successful applicant)
Dress Code: GC polo shirt (to be provided to the successful applicant), dress pants, shoes
Number of Positions Available: 2
Location:
Responsibilities
Greet players arriving and leaving the bingo hall
Help keep the gaming area clean and organized
Assist staff with ballots, draws and intermission activities
DSU Food Bank Volunteer ~ Digital Outreach Representative
Role Description:
As a volunteer on our Digital Outreach Team, you will manage and grow the DSU Food Bank's social media presence, creating engaging content that showcases our activities, volunteers, and services while helping to connect students with the resources they need.
Key Responsibilities:
• Operating and managing the DSU Food Bank social media accounts (Facebook and Instagram)
• Creating content showcasing activities, food bank volunteers, notices, and other relevant updates
• Bringing forward content ideas for event promotion on social media
• Availability to help film, and be filmed, for content creation
• At times,
Responsibilities
Manage Facebook and Instagram accounts for the Food Bank
Create and film content showcasing activities and volunteers
Respond to messages and comments professionally
Track engagement and report analytics to the Coordinator
Requirements
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Comfortable on camera and interacting with people
Experience with Facebook and Instagram management
Familiarity with Canva or Meta Business Suite is an asset
***Disclaimer***
This position is only available to DAL/Kings students all other applicants will not be permitted to volunteer.
Role Description:
As a volunteer, you are responsible for making the DSU Food Bank a welcoming place for those who access it.
Key Responsibilities:
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Client Registration accessing the food bank.
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Prepare food bank orders in an efficient and effective manner.
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Assisting with food choices and shelf options.
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Unpacking food deliveries and Stocking shelves
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Cleaning of food areas
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Opening and closing duties as outlined
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Follow instructions and complete task independently
Required Skills:
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Strong verbal and written communications skills
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Comfortabil
Responsibilities
Register clients accessing the food bank
Prepare food bank orders
Unpack deliveries and stock shelves
Clean food areas and handle opening and closing duties