Archived Opportunities

Board Director (virtual meetings)

Organization: www.suicideprevention.ca
Category: Boards / Committee / Leadership
Description: The Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention is currently seeking applications for volunteer (unpaid) board members on its Board of Directors.  Interested individuals should submit their application and resume online by August 23, 2021. Board meetings are online with board members across Canada. For more details and to apply, please see our website. https://suicideprevention.ca/Volunteer-and-Careers  

Director of Outreach - Atlantic Region for Canada CyberSTEAM Challenge

Organization: TeamUP Science
Category: Education / Training / Teaching
Description: The Canada CyberSTEAM Challenge is currently recruiting motivated individuals for Director of Outreach positions across Atlantic Canada. The Canada CyberSTEAM Challenge is a national competition geared towards high school and junior high students that focuses on the creative application of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math in real-life scenarios. Directors of Outreach will work as a team to help promote the competition to their communities. No experience is required, and the position is temporarily remote. If you are looking for ways to get involved in your local community, gain volunteer experience and hours, and build on transferable skills such as communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills - this would be a great opportunity for you! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so be sure to apply as soon as possible.   To apply: https://forms.gle/ko1V6u2vhvRW2ECv5 To get more information about C3: http://canadacybersteamchallenge.com/

Education and Advocacy Fellowship Program

Organization: Results Canada
Category: Other Positions
Description: Join the second cohort of the Results Canada Education and Advocacy Fellowship Program! It is a 12-month hands-on advocacy and leadership training program for volunteers that will develop their skills in generating the political will to end extreme poverty in low- and middle-income countries. It is open to individuals aged 18 years and older who are based in Canada. Learn more: https://resultscanada.ca/fellowship/    The Fellowship provides training and support to speak powerfully, engage with the media, speak directly with parliamentarians, and mobilize your community to make change.     Commitment: dedicate 4-6 hours per week to the curriculum, including a 90-minute call with other fellows each month.  Deadline: October 31, 2021. Early applications are strongly encouraged as space is limited. Apply here. *** Please note that you can volunteer with Results Canada as a group volunteer not involved in the fellowship program. This means you will take advocacy action with a group without following the 12-month curriculum and volunteer 1-2 hours per week on average. https://resultscanada.ca/join-us/  

Community Awareness Volunteer

Organization: MADD Charlottetown and Eastern PE
Category: Social and Community Service
Description: PROGRAM OVERVIEW Help keep our communities and roadways safe. Raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving (alcohol and / or drugs). Distribute free promotional items (i.e., pencils, magnets, red ribbons, stickers, literature, resource materials, etc…) to community members at community events (i.e., health fairs, mall displays, school displays, restaurants / bars). COMMITMENT 6 months RESPONSIBILITIES: KEY TASKS / ACTIVITIES Attend community events (as requested). Educate community members / groups about the dangers of impaired driving; provide tips and talk about MADD Canada’s prevention and education programs (i.e., Project Red Ribbon campaign, School Assembly Program, Sobriety Checkpoints, etc.). Distribute free promotional items, literature and resource materials. Be knowledgeable about MADD Canada’s policies, programs and services. Promote the Chapter positively within your community. Promote volunteer opportunities within your Chapter.  BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEERING Help keep our communities and roadways safe. Learn new skills. Meet new people. Enjoy the benefits of a new and inexpensive hobby! Networking opportunities. Gain valuable insights, skills and experiences. Contribute to the well-being of your community. PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALITIES Personable. Approachable. Flexible schedule. Access to a vehicle. Enjoy attending community events and speaking with the general public. Good communication skills. Enjoy being part of a team. Reliable. Mature. ORIENTATION ·         You will receive an Orientation Guide and might be asked to attend an Orientation Session.   TRAINING You will be supported and trained by a committee chair / committee member / board member and / or the Chapter Administrative Assistant. You can complete the Excellence in Volunteering Award online training program.   OPPORTUNITES FOR Companies / Teams. Students: College / University / High School. Retired individuals. Seniors Working professionals.   WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS Contact your local MADD Canada Chapter or visit MADD Canada, madd.ca (feel free to attach a copy of your resume). Candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Event Coordinator

Organization: MADD Charlottetown and Eastern PE
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: OUR MISSION To stop impaired driving and to support victims of this violent crime. PROGRAM OVERVIEW In partnership with the Director - Fundraising and Director - Education & Awareness (if applicable) help promote, deliver and assist with Chapter events. COMMITMENT Variable (depending on event dates). RESPONSIBILITIES: KEY TASKS / ACTIVITIES Raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving (alcohol and / or drugs). As a group, research and select a facility (i.e., park); select the date (please contact your Chapter Services Manager with the date and any details). Determine volunteer roles (i.e., ticket sales, registration desk, refreshments, etc. - work in partnership with the Director - Volunteer Resources and / or volunteer management committee to recruit volunteers.) Actively seek, investigate and promote opportunities to distribute and display event materials / information (i.e., newspapers, radio, website, brochures / registration forms, posters, stickers, etc…) within the community. Target local businesses, schools and various community groups. Encourage local businesses and groups to display and distribute event materials / resources (i.e., brochure stands and / or registration forms on counter tops, posters on bulletin boards, a blurb in a newsletter, etc.). Solicit donations from local businesses (i.e., sponsorships, products, etc.). Solicit and gather donations from local merchants for grab bags, prizes etc. Plan entertainment and guest speakers. Invite special guests and the media. Plan an interactive display area – display boards, free promotional items, literature and resource materials. Plan for safety. Keep a log of contact information for future campaigns. Take photos and cut out any newspaper clippings for reference purposes. Assist the Director - Media Relations (if applicable) with any local newspaper and / or radio partnerships. Help prepare blurbs, articles, conduct interviews, etc. Liaise with other MADD Canada Chapters - ideas, successes and lessons learned. Participate in a de-briefing Prepare summary report for Chapter Board  BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEERING Learn new skills. Gain valuable insights, skills and experiences. Networking opportunities. Contribute to the well-being of your community.  PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALITIES Personable and resourceful. Enjoy attending community events / fundraisers and speaking with the general public. Enjoy fundraising. Good communication and networking skills Enjoy being part of a team. Flexible schedule and access to a vehicle. ORIENTATION ·         You will receive an Orientation Guide and might be asked to attend an Orientation Session. TRAINING You will be supported and trained by the Director - Fundraising and / or Director -Education & Awareness (if applicable) / a committee chair / committee member / board member and / or the Chapter Administrative Assistant. You can complete the Excellence in Volunteering Award online training program. OPPORTUNITES FOR Companies / Teams. Students: College / University / High School. Retired individuals, seniors and working professionals. WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS Contact your local MADD Canada Chapter or visit MADD Canada, madd.ca (feel free to attach a copy of your resume).  Candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Worker rest

Organization: Worker rest Répit du travailleur
Category: Health / Medical
Description: Mission of the organization Relieve the conditions of people suffering from work-related stress, problematic family situations, single parenthood, loneliness, poverty, etc. and allow them to recharge their batteries by operating a short-term respite shelter, outside urban centers, offering them support and mutual assistance services and programs such as information sessions, conferences, workshops, focus groups and counseling. Promotion of volunteerism throughout the community Relieve conditions attributed to old age by providing personal care, housekeeping, meals, nursing, shopping assistance and transportation to medical appointments for people with reduced mobility. Related facilities by providing housing at lower than market prices To promote education by providing scholarships to the public and other forms of financial assistance for [elementary, secondary and post-secondary]  Promote education by providing structured training programs for children and youth facing family stress issues in remote areas. Babysitting service, temporary animal shelter, laundry serviceAllow breakfast in various schools throughout the school year by providing juices, yogurts, muffins, etc. Streams 1 objectives Support people suffering from stress caused by work, family, single parenthood, etc. By providing services such as information sessions, workshops, conferences and organization of focus groups. Target clientele: Unexpected or difficult problematic situation, low-income people, underqualified, minimum wage. The activity of the short-term shelter: Allow social reintegration Support measure in case of emergency or temporary: unsanitary housing, separation, bereavement, moving, hospital appointment, overwork, professional burnout, no medical followup, disability, accident, special benefit, training, law visitation, insolvency, alimony, unemployment, loss of employment, other. Educate plans to achieve these "Café-catering" objectives Access and learning assessment Nutrition department, collective cooking workshop, management of eating areas Distribution of supply of goods or services Essential repairs at home E-commerce, distance learning Provide clothing and other bass amenities Healthcare field that provides specialized equipment free of charge or at less than cost Carpooling, transport, internet access Collect donations and services Streams 2 objectives Short-term shelter activity - Support measure in case of emergency or temporary Allow social reintegration Educational plans to achieve these goals Workshop, Culinary art, confectionery activities Artistic activities, visual arts, crafts, mechanical workshops Creation, assembly, DIY, contemporary art, literary writing, sewing, hairdressing, etc. Personal protective equipment, household appliance, clothing, shoe repair, cabinetmaking, carpentry, woodwork Assembly, packaging finishing, handling and packaging, bicycle, sports equipment Ecological product, cleaning and maintenance Recycled, repair shop Streams 3 objectives Allow social reintegration - Access and assessment of learning and support Support people suffering from stress caused by work, family, single parenthood, etc. By providing services such as information sessions, workshops, conferences and organization of focus groups. Target clientele: Unexpected or difficult problematic situation, low-income people, underqualified, minimum wage The activity of the short-term shelter: Allow social reintegration Improve the standard and quality of life for those who are unable to join the workforce for one reason or another. Promote health by providing medical services Relieve conditions associated with a physical disability Institutional call medical assessment program Technical assistance to optimize physical and functional capacities by collaborating with physiotherapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist and audiologist as well as with other health professionals. Support and accompaniment service during a short period of hospitalization Recommendation or practice of a medical intervention that the patient wants or needs Streams 4 objectives The activity of the short-term shelter: Allow social reintegration Legal department, medico-legal management Different types of civil procedure and not criminally responsible orders Direct the person to the right resource, inform them of their rights and remedies Locker suspension Right of access: people accommodated in remote areas, relocation. Budget support and financial planning services Financial assistance in the form of micro loans and individual development accounts Managing your financial and personal affairs Home care service Help with filling out government forms (for example, to get social assistance and other benefits) Help with preparation for employment, funeral services Lease rental service Streams 5 objectives The activity of the short-term shelter: Allow social reintegration [Carry out research in a recognized area of ​​knowledge and disseminate the results to the public] Release of the research report "Sources of Relative Stress in Canadian Industry" Work-related Stress " Effects of stress on health, housing conditions, education, supplies of goods or services Online publication of research report Interview subject to a research report on data analysis, stress management, impacts, etc. "Source of stress related to the economy, eligibility criteria of the various levels of government" Social styles and stressful situations Data source and collection method Administrative data: data contained in the database or files of the body or institution responsible for the project or program Streams 6 objectives The activity of the short-term shelter: Allow social reintegration Organize awareness campaigns, information kiosk Distribution of leaflets in businesses, shopping centers and educational institutions. Presentation of a model of architecture, structures, housing, development of industry, city, suburb, region, with the surrounding environment Communication service in both official languages, translation program, specific training related to the employer's activities Writing a newspaper for the benefit of the organization Recruitment of students in educational institutions Streams 7 objectives Promotion of the organization, complementary commercial activity, low-cost accommodation, tourism, travelers Streams 8 objectives The activity of the short-term shelter: Allow social reintegration Possibility of internship and volunteering International internships allow you to continue your studies or do your internship abroad Provide young people with the opportunity to gain work experience and improve their competence in their field of study in an international development context.

Advancing communities social-economic well being through IT

Organization: Tropical International Volunteering & Exchange services
Category: Computers / Technology / IT
Description: Tropical International Volunteering and Exchange Services with her network of local schools in Kenya, wish to invite volunteers/interns for a life changing adventure in Kenya, to work alongside rural schools to teach young people on basis technology to have basic skills in computers, so that their can be able to connect with the world and form some global connections. Interested individuals or organizations can send an email to us for detailed information.

Medical Volunteering/Internship

Organization: Tropical International Volunteering & Exchange services
Category: Health / Medical
Description: Tropical lnternational Volunteering and Exchange Services, wish to invite interested individuals, groups and institutions for a expeditious international volunteering and internship, in our community health centers in Kenya, where participants will have an opportunity for cross-pollination of skills and knowledge in a developing world and the challenges. The participants will work alongside other international volunteers in different levels of health facilities i.e; level 5 hospitals, level 4 and community health center. The opportunity is for both skilled and non-skilled volunteers, interns. Interested parties can email for a detailed program.