Opportunités de bénévolat à Halifax - Accessible

The East Coast Ukrainian Association is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make the East Coast Ukrainian Festival 2026 an unforgettable experience for thousands of visitors. The festival celebrates Ukrainian culture through music, dance, food, art, and community, while bringing people of all backgrounds together in a welcoming and family-friendly atmosphere.Festival Details📅Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026⌚️Time: 12:00pm – 5:00pm (Doors open at 11:30 am)📍Location: Steele Wheels Motor Museum, 66 Otter Lake Ct, Halifax, NS B3S 1L9Volunteer Opportunities include: Event setup and takedownFood preparation & salesAdmissions & Ticket salesChildren's activitiesStage performance coordinationNo previous experience is required — training and guidance will be provided and all instructions will be available in English. Most shifts are 5-8 hours depending on the Team. Breaks and a free lunch provided! Reference letters are issued upon request. Ready to Join Us?Complete our VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION FORM before August 28!

Northwood Spiritual Care is looking for a dedicated volunteer to assist in clerical-related tasks which includes helping to prepare church bulletins and assisting with administration duties during religious gatherings throughout the year. This position requires about 2hrs over the course of the week and takes place between Mon – Fri 9-3pm. If you are interested, you should have experience with the following: working in an office environment, organizing, taking direction, being comfortable with computer programs. If you have a church involvement or background that will be very helpful.

Location: Halifax Forum – Maritime Hall (2901 Windsor St, Halifax, NS B3K 5E5) Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ADT (volunteers required from approximately 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)Role OverviewFighting Blindness Canada (FBC) is the largest charitable funder of vision research in Canada. Over our 50-year history, FBC has contributed critical funding for the development of sight-saving treatments and cures for blinding eye diseases. By raising and stewarding funds, FBC is helping drive forward research that supports our goal of understanding why vision loss occurs, how it can be slowed and how sight can be restored. We are an invaluable resource for individuals and families impacted by blindness, providing accurate eye health information through our website and educational events, as well as engaging with government and other stakeholders to advance better vision health policies.We are looking for friendly Event Day Volunteers to support upcoming education and fundraising events, including Coffee Connections on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Through this role, you will be part of a team that helps the event run smoothly and safely and creates a welcoming and accessible environment for participants.As part of FBC’s commitment to accessibility and inclusion, all Education Event Day Volunteers are expected to provide sighted guide support when assisting participants living with vision loss. Sighted guide training will be provided in advance of the event.ResponsibilitiesSet up tables, chairs, signage, and event materials according to accessible floor plans and site layout instructions provided by staffDismantle tables, chairs, signage, and event materials and support cleanup after the eventWelcome participants with enthusiasm, answer general questions, and provide directions to key areas such as seating, washrooms, and event spacesGuide participants to and from the staff-run registration table and support wayfinding before and after they have been registered by staffSet up, restock, and manage food and beverage stations, and assist with cleanup throughout and after the eventIn addition, all volunteers may be asked to provide sighted guide support, including:Assisting blind or partially sighted participants with safe navigation of event spacesSupporting arrival and departure, including navigation from transit points or vehicles if neededGuiding participants through unfamiliar environments using sighted guide best practicesHelping participants locate key areas such as seating, washrooms, and event materialsRemaining attentive to individual preferences and adjusting support as neededCommunicating respectfully to enhance independence and comfortFlagging questions or concerns to FBC staff as they ariseQualificationsFriendly, reliable, and punctualStrong communication and people skillsAbility to work as part of a teamComfortable standing for extended periodsComfortable working in active event environmentsAbility to provide physical guiding support when required (training provided)Volunteers under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult (18+)Set Up and Wrap Up tasks may require lifting and carrying objects up to 25 lbs — please reach out if you have any questions about physical requirementsTime CommitmentWe ask that you commit to 9 am to 12:30 pm on Saturday, September 12, 2026Volunteers should be available for their full assigned shiftAn orientation session will be provided in advance of the eventLocationThis is an in-person volunteer opportunityEvent location: Halifax Forum – Maritime Hall (2901 Windsor St, Halifax, NS B3K 5E5)Parking Lot available on Almon St.Benefits of VolunteeringMake a meaningful difference for people living with vision lossSupport accessibility and inclusion in community eventsGain hands-on event operations experienceDevelop skills in communication, accessibility, and person-centred supportComplete FBC sighted guide training, adding a recognized skill to your experienceReceive confirmation of volunteer hours and a reference, if neededsnacks providedPlease complete the following volunteer form if you are interested in this opportunity: https://form.jotform.com/261824577459269If you have any questions, please contact Ushany Kanagendiran, Senior Coordinator, Education and Engagement at education@fightingblindness.ca or call (416) 360-4200 ext 270

Results is an advocacy nonprofit that believes in mobilizing everyday people (our volunteers) to generate the political will to end extreme poverty in low-and middle-income countries. We focus our work on global health, access to quality education and economic opportunities. We direct our energy and efforts at government decision makers like party leaders, Members of Parliament and senators because they have the power to improve policies and make the monetary investments needed to end extreme poverty. We also raise awareness by writing letters to the editor (LTEs) and op-eds, using social media, fundraising and more. Oftentimes the first step is putting these issues on the radar — and keeping the pressure on. It might seem like a small step, but it all adds up into impact. commitment: 1 year minimum, 1-2 hours per week on average support structure: Volunteers (virtually) meet in local groups on a monthly basis and rely on their group leader(s) for guidance. Attending other virtual calls and webinars led by Results staff is recommended. If you’re ready to learn about advocacy, causes and solutions to extreme poverty and committed to taking action every month, join us! Use the following link to sign up to volunteer.FRANÇAIS Nous sommes un organisme de plaidoyer qui mobilise les gens du quotidien (nos bénévoles) pour générer la volonté politique pour mettre fin à l’extrême pauvreté dans les pays à faible et moyen revenu. Nous concentrons notre travail sur la santé mondiale, l’accès à une éducation de qualité et l’inclusion économique. Nous concentrons notre énergie et nos efforts à mobiliser les décideurs et décideuses politiques comme les chef.fe.s de partis, député.es, sénateurs et sénatrices, car ils et elles détiennent le pouvoir d’améliorer les politiques et de faire les investissements requis pour éradiquer l’extrême pauvreté. Nous faisons aussi de la sensibilisation en écrivant des lettres ouvertes aux journaux, en utilisant les médias sociaux, en collectant des fonds et bien plus. Souvent, la première étape est d’attirer l’attention sur ces enjeux et de les faire connaître — et de maintenir la pression. Cela peut sembler être un petit pas, mais les actions s’accumulent et ont ainsi de l’impact. engagement : 1 an minimum, 1-2 heures par semaine en moyenne structure de soutien : Les bénévoles se réunissent (virtuellement) en groupes locaux tous les mois et comptent sur leur.s leader.s de groupe pour obtenir des conseils. Il est aussi recommandé d’assister à d’autres appels virtuels et webinaires dirigés par les employées de Résultats. Vous êtes prêt.e à apprendre ce que signifie faire du plaidoyer, en apprendre plus sur les causes et solutions à l’extrême pauvreté, puis vous vous engagez à passer à l’action à chaque mois? Joignez-vous à nous! Inscrivez-vous en tant que bénévole aujourd'hui!