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These volunteer opportunities have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator (i.e. nonprofit organization).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.
Not Since Moses Volunteer Opportunities
Organization: Emera Blue Nose MarathonCategory: Sports and Recreation
Description: Every year, Not Since Moses is made possible by the generosity of volunteers. We have lots of volunteers needs each year, and we are hoping you may be able to assist. Our volunteer needs include: Kit Pick Up Site set up and support for our races Course Marshals Site tear down and clean up Parking support And more! Thank you for your interest in volunteering! We wouldn't be able to RUN it without our dedicated Mud Crew.
Information Booth Operator
Organization: Africa Festival of Arts and Culture Society (AFACS)Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: Provide guidance and information to the public and vendors. Sell t-shirts and fundraising bags. Encourage the public to complete survey and "passport" hunt for chances to win 1 of 4 gift baskets. Collect litter when needed. There is seating available so that you can enjoy the festival at the same time!
Set Up and Take Down Technician
Organization: Africa Festival of Arts and Culture Society (AFACS)Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: First shift - Help set up chairs and organize tent. Must be able to lift 20 lbs. Help maintain aesthtic of chairs and account for them throughout shift. Second shift - Help take down, move all chairs into the main tent and help close the tent for security. Volunteer may select one shift or both! volunteer screening form must be completed
Volunteer at the 2024 Northern Lights Lantern Festival - Saturday., August 10, 2024
Organization: Northern Lights Lantern Festival SocietyCategory: Special Events / Festivals
Description: On Saturday, August 10, 2024, join us as a volunteer at the 21st Annual Northern Lights Lantern Festival! We’re looking for volunteers in the following areas: Setup BBQ (Cooks and Area Volunteers) Temporary Tattoos Lantern Making Face Painting Parade of Lanterns Tear Down To signup, visit: https://signup.com/go/ywNCCme Any questions, please email: info@nllf.org
[VIRTUAL] USE $500 TO CREATE YOUR OWN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Organization: Youth Empowering ParentsCategory: Children & Youth
Description: This program is an opportunity for you to gain leadership skills, run a project of your choosing, receive valuable experience for post-secondary applications, or get volunteer hours. This is open for youths, ages 15-30 years old. Here’s what you will do: Identify a need/issue in your community and organize a project that will address that need/issue. You will also receive a grant of up to $500 (or more, depending on your project details) to fund your project. You can run a basketball tournament to bring youth together and promote physical exercise, you can host a video game night to help others destress, you can start a community library box to encourage reading, or you can do just about anything else you can think of. Check out this website to see more awesome community projects that you can do! (www.youthfund.ca/ideas) Learn from different workshops and 1-on-1 coaching to help you plan your project and gain useful skills (e.g. project planning, budgeting, etc.). Here’s how you will benefit: Develop project management skills Gain volunteer hours Get a certificate of recognition and reference letter Learn and/or improve your skillset (like identifying community issues, budgeting, marketing, public speaking, evaluation) A chance to make a positive difference in your community! Program schedule: We have 2 different online cohorts running in August. Please choose the week that works best for you. If you are only available in September, register anyway and we'll get back to you. August 12, 2024 to August 16, 2024 (online - Zoom), Daily, from 3 pm - 5 pm EST August 19, 2024 to August 23, 2024 (online - Zoom), Daily, from 12 pm - 2 pm EST *Program space is limited. We will contact you after your submission for next steps. TO REGISTER: Copy and paste the link to your browser. Complete the form. We will contact you after you register to discuss your application. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxBpvehdeSIJFxWlwgaTJ1eOtNwy96KQQMrmrqUXNjOCn02Q/viewform