Archived Opportunities
These volunteer opportunities have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator (i.e. nonprofit organization). Please note that these opportunities are only presented for interest – to give volunteers and site visitors an opportunity to see the types of positions offered by organizations.
Volunteers Wanted for Many Positions
Organization: Wise Group Non-ProfitCategory: Other Positions
Description: We want to make the world a better place, and we need helping hands to do it! We welcome people from all walks of life to volunteer their time in any way possible. Many things to plan, and always many things to do!
Volunteer Africa Festival of Arts and Culture Aid
Organization: Africa Festival of Arts and Culture Society (AFACS)Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: Pick your shifts based on your availability. Some heavy lifting required. Free Metro Transit transportation (w/ volunteer tag). Enjoy the festival entertainment while helping. Receive Certificate of Volunteering after completion! Check out our website for more information: afacs.org
Volunteer with ACNS at the Halifax Pride Festival - BBQ - Parade Float - Info Booth
Organization: AIDS Coalition of Nova ScotiaCategory: Special Events / Festivals
Description: We are looking for volunteers to help out on Halifax Pride Parade Day: Saturday, July 20. As volunteers we will have snacks available for you throughout the day! Volunteers are needed in the following areas (times may be revised closer to the day): 1) Parade Marshalling Grounds BBQ (at Halifax DND Dockyard) - Assist with BBQ set up: around 9-10 am - Handle money and payments of BBQ: 10 am – 2 pm - Assist with BBQ tear down: 2- 3 pm 2) ACNS Pride Float (starting at Halifax DND Dockyard) - Help decorate our pride parade float: 9 am – 1? - Join us and be beside and/or on our pride parade float: Noon – 3:30? 3) Staff the Totally OUTright survey booth at Pride Festival Site (Garrison Grounds) - Booth set up: noon – 2 - Staff info / survey booth: 2 – 6 (staggered starting/ ending times possible) - Booth tear down: 5:30/6 For info about BBQ and pride parade float roles contact Emily fund@acns.ns.ca or 902-425-4882 ext. 228. For info about Totally OUTright booth roles contact Chris GMHC@acns.ns.ca or 902-425-4882 ext. 222. THANKS!
Canada Day Breakfast with Brunswick Mission
Organization: Wise Group Non-ProfitCategory: Special Events / Festivals
Description: To celebrate Canada Day we are hosting a Breakfast for those in need with Brunswick Street! Arriving at 5:45 we will start making breakfast for the Patrons of Brunswick street. We need 10 volunteers to help us ring in Canada's birthday helping others. Start time: 5:45AM on July 1, 2019.
Parrain/marraine pour le programme de jumelage
Organization: Immigration Francophone Nouvelle-ÉcosseCategory: Other Positions
Description: Immigration Francophone Nouvelle-Écosse est à la recherche de parrains et marraines pour le programme de jumelage entre nouveaux arrivants et francophones établis dans la communauté. Conditions : Vous parlez français vous habitez dans la région d’Halifax Vous avez plus de 18 ans Vous voulez aider les nouveaux arrivants dans leur processus d’intégration vous êtes ouvert(e) aux échanges interculturels Le programme de jumelage vous permettra de : Rencontrer de nouvelles personnes Partager vos bons plans Faire découvrir vos endroits préférés : cafés, restaurants, parcs, musées, … Favoriser le sentiment d'appartenance des nouveaux arrivants Améliorer la compréhension interculturelle et les aptitudes à la communication Comprendre la contribution des nouveaux arrivants et les défis qu’ils peuvent rencontrer. Les jumelages sont créés en fonction des intérêts et des affinités.
Volunteers Wanted
Organization: Wise Group Non-ProfitCategory: Other Positions
Description: At Wise Group Non-Profit, there are always things on the go! We're looking for administrative/office volunteers with experience in the non-profit sector to help get us in good shape!
Halifax Fringe Festival Volunteers
Organization: Halifax Fringe FestivalCategory: Special Events / Festivals
Description: Calling all theatre lovers! Join us August 29 – September 8, 2019 for another jam packed festival of shows from around the world at the Halifax Fringe Festival! This festival could not be what it is without the incredible support of our volunteers! During the festival volunteers sell tickets, usher, help out with special events, see amazing shows, hospitality, crowd maintenance, and much more. For every hour you volunteer you’ll receive 15 Fringe Bucks that can be used to see shows, or be spent at our Volunteer Appreciation Party's silent auction! You’ll also be able to attend volunteer appreciation shows & receive a Fringe t-shirt ! Please fill out the Volunteer Application here: https://forms.gle/hiQMs4PUAGn7auic6 Cut off time for the volunteer application form is August 20! Know more people who want to volunteer? Send them our way! See you soon!
Specialized Equipment Program administrative volunteeer
Organization: Canadian Red CrossCategory: Administration / Clerical / Office
Description: The Canadian Red Cross Society, a non-profit, humanitarian organization dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most vulnerable throughout the world, is seeking volunteer drivers for the Specialized Equipment Loan Program. Reporting to the Service Centre Coordinator, this position assists with visiting long term care facilities to ensure that Red Cross specialized equipment is properly tagged, and to pick up health equipment that is ready for return. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Transport health equipment to various locations. Meets with Long Term Care facility representatives or clients to complete equipment tagging. Follows Red Cross policies and procedures Reports health and safety concerns as per internal reporting procedure. Observes routine precautions in the handling of used equipment including use of required personal protective equipment and hand hygiene. Qualifications A minimum of 2 years’ safe driving experience. Strong customer service skills. A valid provincial driver’s license and a satisfactory driver’s abstract is required. A satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check is required. Experience with seniors, cognitively impaired and physically disabled clients would be considered an asset. Able to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment. Working Conditions The majority of the work is performed in an office environment, long term care facility, warehouse space or vehicle, which are mostly clean and comfortable. Hours of work for this position is four hours or more per week and may vary. Apply now to join our local Red Cross team and become a part of the world’s largest humanitarian organization, and one of our 13 million volunteers across the world. The Canadian Red Cross Society is an equal opportunity employer. Interested parties may submit a resume to communityhelpns@redcross.ca.While we appreciate all responses, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.