Opportunités de bénévolat à Halifax

The Westend Community Food Bank is looking for individuals interested in serving on our Board of Directors. Of particular interest would be someone willing to form relationships with community organizations for the purpose of obtaining donations of non-food products. We meet 10 times a year in a Board member's home in Dartmouth and also via Zoom if appropriate. We usually meet on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 until 8:30.We are a very hands-on Board that gives strategic direction but also helps resolve day to day issues that the Food Bank Manager or Food Bank Administrator need assistance with.If you are interested in being involved in a very active organization that helps food insecure clients each and every week, we are interested in hearing from you.

Camp Kidston seeks a new Financial Administrator beginning immediately. Responsibilities of the Financial Administrator position combine those of Bookkeeper and Registrar for the Camp. The accounting system used is QuickBooks Online, while the camping software is Camp Brain. The Financial Administrator works closely with the Executive Director (ED), Board of Directors (including Marketing and HR sub-committees), Treasurer and Payroll Administrator. The role requires about 8-10 hours per week during the busy spring period, and just 8-10 hour per month the rest of the year. The Financial Administrator reports to the Treasurer.Key Responsibilities:Process all accounts payable, supporting the Board and Summer Director to liaise with customers and suppliers as necessary.Record staff payroll in QuickBooks in conjunction with the Payroll Administrator.Working closely with the Board and Summer Director, oversee and monitor the payment processes for camp registration fees recorded in Camp Brain to ensure that all registration fees are collected.Ensure that all receipts and payments are recorded in QuickBooks; record appropriate adjustments to coding, accruals etc.Prepare monthly financial statements for the Treasurer and Board.Respond to correspondence on the admin@campkidston.com email on a timely basis.Reconcile the bank account monthly, monitor cash flows and liaise with the East Coast Credit Union account manager as necessary.Assist with the annual budget process by providing historical financial information.Provide necessary source documents and information to facilitate the annual review process of the financial statements by a qualified accountant.Assist with the development of policies and procedures as necessary and ensure that they are followed.Produce annual tax certificates for charitable donations in accordance with CRA requirements.Contribute to Board discussions and decision-making from a financial viewpoint.

The Stanfield Wayfinders are volunteers who help create a welcoming, accessible, and positive experience for passengers and visitors at Halifax Stanfield International Airport.Wayfinders assist with directions, general airport information, and wayfinding support throughout the terminal. They offer friendly, calm assistance to travellers of all ages and abilities, including those who may be anxious, unfamiliar with the airport, or navigating accessibility needs.This role is well-suited to people who enjoy helping others, communicating clearly, and contributing to an inclusive, community-focused environment. Volunteers receive training and ongoing support and play an important role in supporting the airport’s customer service culture program, The Stanfield Way.No aviation experience is required. A willingness to learn and a commitment to helping others are key.Apply here