Student Volunteer Opportunities in Halifax

The 2026 Halifax MS Walk is taking place Sunday, May 31st at 2:00 PM at Acadia Park. We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us bring this event to life! MS Walk is a one-day event held at over 50 locations across Canada, bringing together people impacted by multiple sclerosis. On May 31st, gather your friends, family, and coworkers for a day of meaningful action. There are various areas where volunteer help is needed to ensure that this event runs smoothly and participants have a great experience. Volunteer opportunities include: Event Set-Up & Wrap-Up Participant/Volunteer Check-In Checkpoint Attendants Food & Beverage Area Route Marshals Start/Finish Line Cheer Squad *Volunteers under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Have questions or want to learn more? We’d love to hear from you! Reach out to Brittany at bpretty@mscanada.ca, or visit our volunteer website to explore all available roles and apply directly: https://mscanada.ca/volunteer-opportunities-campaign?name=2026-walk-atl-halifax&id=701JR00000ZUPORYA5 __________________________________________________________________ MS Canada is dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We are committed to accommodating accessibility needs throughout the selection process. Please contact bpretty@mscanada.ca should you need accommodation.

Catapult is a world-class program designed to give youth a life-changing opportunity to discover their potential, take charge of their lives and become empowered to make a difference. The program is a combination of inspiring presentations and exciting activities set in an atmosphere of fun and friendship. Our leadership program is offered absolutely free to 50 Nova Scotia students entering Grade 10 in September who have been nominated by their school because they have natural leadership qualities and the potential to become strong leaders but who would not normally have access to this type of opportunity due to circumstance such as economics, loss of family, geographic isolation, racial barriers, etc.We are currently looking for camp counselors. Our camp counselors are volunteer mentors who become role models to the youth in our program. They work both independently and as a team to provide a stable, positive and often life-changing experience for our youth. This is a volunteer position – meals, accommodations and supplies are covered by Catapult and there is an honourarium of $800.Catapult Camp – Monday, August 10 – Wednesday, August 19, 2026. (2 days of training Aug 10/11) At Camp Counselors are expected to:· Actively participate during on-site training before camp begins· Work cooperatively with the staff team to create a memorable experience· Help with both set up and tear down of camp· Get to know all campers and encourage timid campers to participate· Participate in daily staff meetings· Assist teaching resources as needed and actively participate in programming· Monitor youth wakeups and curfews· Provide general supervision and discipline· Facilitate free time options· Moderate daily Family Shares

Are you 13-18 and care about the environment? Join ER Teens and get involved in environmental action to help make a real difference!Volunteer your time by completing an action project at home, at school, or in your community. Choose an initiative you’re interested in, work on it whenever fits your schedule, and get support from our team every step of the way. As an ER Teen, you will:Complete fun hands-on projects that help the planetEarn volunteer hours for schoolGain access to a mentor and the ER Teens CommunityBuild leadership experience and learn new skillsEarn a certificate and recognition upon completion How it works:Sign up on our website (earthrangers.com/erteens)Pick a project – we’ll help you chooseTake action – with our guidance along the wayCelebrate your achievements!This is an ongoing opportunity – join anytime during the year. No experience needed, just an interest in helping the planet!Ready to get started? Sign up at earthrangers.com/erteensQuestions? Email erteens@earthrangers.com