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Halifax Cycling Coalition is looking for volunteers to help tell our story, translating our advocacy work and organizational activities into content people can actually understand and engage with. This spans social media, newsletter content, and general promotion of our events and campaigns, as well as media relations across print, radio, and TV. A great fit for anyone who enjoys writing, storytelling, or community engagement and wants to help grow HCC's reach and public understanding across Halifax.
Medium-term (6 months to 1 year) Flexible
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Halifax Cycling Coalition is looking for volunteers to support our events throughout the year, including I Light HFX, bike rides, and workshops. Roles vary by event and can include setup, marshalling, tabling, and general day-of support. Great for anyone who enjoys being hands-on and wants to help build a stronger cycling community in Halifax.No prior experience needed. Sign up and we'll reach out with specific event dates and roles as they come up.
Medium-term (6 months to 1 year) Flexible
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Canada Connects is a program that matches newcomer families or individuals with long-time Canadians or settled immigrants to help them settle and adjust to their new home. Join Canada Connects• Be matched with a newcomer individual or family to provide support throughout the program• Meet with your match once a week for approximately 2 hours, with a commitment of 3 months to 1 year• Share your knowledge, build meaningful connections, and help newcomers settle into life in Canada• Join a network of dedicated volunteers and connect with others making a differenceEligibility: Volunteers must demonstrate English proficiency above CLB 4 and have lived in Nova Scotia for a minimum of 18 months. A second language is an asset.
Medium-term (6 months to 1 year) Weekly
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Love to Stay Active & Organize? Join Our Volunteer Team!Are you looking for a fun, impactful way to stay busy and give back to the community? We are a thriving retail thrift outlet with diverse volunteer roles suited for all interests and skill levels!Volunteer Roles Available:Donation Receiving & Sorting: Accept, organize, and categorize donated items (housewares, clothing, antiques, crafts, toys, and more).Customer Service: Welcome shoppers, assist with inquiries, and keep the store vibrant.Pricing & Merchandising: Research, price goods, and help create attractive store displays.Repair & Restoration: Test and fix electronics, inspect furniture, or refresh items.Shift Schedules:Monday – SaturdayMorning Shift: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMAfternoon Shift: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PMFlexible scheduling available. No matter your background, there’s a place for you on our team!
Short-term (less than 6 months) Flexible
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We rely on volunteers to get the food onto the tables of those in Halifax who are unable to prepare a meal for themselves. Our volunteers don’t just deliver meals. They also deliver a smile and a personal connection to our clients. You can make a huge difference in the lives of our clients. How much time you can spare for this valuable work depends on you.We are in need of drivers and runners one day per week during the hours of 9:30am-12:30pm, Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays, to deliver fresh meals to our clients in peninsular Halifax.
Long-term (more than 1 year) Weekly
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The SICC Mobile Toy Library is a community-led initiative bringing educational toys and learning resources directly to Halifax families through vibrant pop-up events. We are growing and looking for passionate volunteers! Join us to help organize local pop-ups, facilitate community toy swaps, lead creative cardboard castle building workshops, and breathe new life into items at our toy repair stations. By getting involved today, you will help lay the groundwork for our ultimate goal: launching a mobile toy library in Halifax. We need volunteers to fill various roles. In particular, we are looking for a driver who can help pick up toys and deliver them to and from Clayton Park and Spryfield once a month.**Starting from Oct 10, we shall run a toy library event on every second Saturday afternoon (4pm-5pm) at Captain William Spry Community Centre.**Volunteer Application Form:https://tally.so/r/Ek8P54
Medium-term (6 months to 1 year) Monthly
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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!
Medium-term (6 months to 1 year) Flexible
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We are in need of leadership volunteers for the Medavie Blue Nose Marathon. Applications are opening soon!
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Hoot! Hoot! Calling all night owls, this volunteer opportunity is for you. Now in its 7th year, this race will take place at 7:30 PM on Saturday, March 20, 2027, at Point Pleasant Park. We have some fun volunteer opportunities available if you’re interested in joining our flock! Positions include: Kit Pick Up, Course Marshals& On-site supportRegistration opening soon!
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Every year, the Valley Harvest Marathon is made possible by the generosity of hundreds of volunteers. We have dedicated groups who help year after year, including ICE Cheerleading, the Shriners, Kingsport Fitness and Wellness, Triton Swim, Horton D1 Girls Volleyball, and many individuals who make this event possible. To all of our incredible volunteers over the years, thank you! This year, we have lots of volunteers needs. If you have some free time on race weekend or leading up to, we would appreciate your help! Our volunteer needs include: - Participant kit assembly - Kit Pick Up at Dartmouth and Wolfville locations - Site set up and support for all races - Course marshalling - Cycle support - Food services - Medal presenting - And more! Sign up today!
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Every year, Not Since Moses is made possible by the generosity of volunteers. We have lots of volunteer needs each year, and we are hoping you may be able to assist.Our volunteer needs include: - Kit pickup - Site setup and support for our races - Course Marshals - Site teardown 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. Registration opening soon!
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We need more than 1,000 volunteers to help make the annual Blue Nose Marathon another major success. Halifax is proud to have the best volunteers in Canada, and our down-home sense of hospitality and friendship is second to none.Why Volunteer?Aside from joining the community in celebration of healthy, active living, in exchange for your time, you will receive:A commemorative Blue Nose Volunteer T-ShirtA Certificate of Achievement for your records.An invitation to the Finished’er After PartyRegistration opening soon!
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Communications Volunteers Halifax Cycling Coalition Halifax Communications / Marketing / Media View Details
Events Support Volunteer Halifax Cycling Coalition Halifax Social and Community Service View Details
Canada Connects Volunteer Program Remote Immigrant Settlement Association of Nova Scotia Halifax Social and Community Service View Details
Retail thrift outlet volunteers needed Mission Thrift Store Lower Sackville Other Positions View Details
Meal delivery driver Meals on Wheels (Halifax) Halifax Social and Community Service View Details
Halifax Toy Library @ Spryfield Social Investing for Children Canada Halifax Children & Youth View Details
results Volunteer - Advocate to End Extreme Poverty Remote Results Canada Ottawa Other Positions View Details
2027 Medavie Blue Nose Marathon Leadership Volunteer Blue Nose Marathon Dartmouth Sports and Recreation View Details
2027 Night Owl Blue Nose Marathon Dartmouth Sports and Recreation View Details
2026 Valley Harvest Marathon Blue Nose Marathon Dartmouth Sports and Recreation View Details
2027 Not Since Moses Blue Nose Marathon Dartmouth Sports and Recreation View Details
2027 Medavie Blue Nose Marathon Blue Nose Marathon Dartmouth Sports and Recreation View Details
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