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Simcoe County Simcoe County
South Georgian Bay South Georgian Bay
South Simcoe South Simcoe
Coach   Simcoe County 
South Simcoe Dufferin Track and Field Club
Simcoe County

Coaching various track and field events:  i.e. sprint/hurdles; mid-distance, jumps

Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
Midland

A year round environmental educational centre which is accessible to all. 

  • Help visitors with rentals of cross country skis and snowshoes 
  • Greet Visitors 
  • Take sizes or measurements, and retrieve the appropriate equipment 
  • While not highly physically demanding, some physical activity and ability is required for this position
Community Living Association for South Simcoe
Alliston or Bradford
CLASS has varied volunteer opportunities! From being a buddy to one of our exceptional individuals to assisting with fundraising events. All volunteer opportunities provide a flexible schedule to always meet your needs and availability.  
 
Excellent source of social services experience for students or adults who wish to enter the developmental field! 
 
Must provide a completed Criminal Reference and Vulnerable Person's Check.
VON Canada, Ontario Branch
Grey and Bruce Counties - Various Locations
Make a difference in your community by becoming a VON SMART® Exercise and Falls Prevention program volunteer! 
The goal of VON’s SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together)® Exercise and Falls Prevention program is to enable adults 55+ to maintain independence, improve quality of life and to ultimately promote healthy aging. This functional exercise program can be found in various communities throughout Grey-Bruce. 
 
VON SMART and Falls Prevention classes are led by volunteers who VON trains (2 days of practical plus the theory) and certify. Weekly we offer over 50 Level 1 and Level 2 classes in Grey Bruce with over 1,000 participants! We ask for a minimum commitment of 2 hours a week (one class) but have flexible schedules for those who are away for long periods of time. We are looking for volunteer instructors for both levels of classes.
Professional Armwrestling League Canada
You will recruit build local connections, new sponsors, and strengthen relationships with existing sponsors to offset some event expenses and contribute to the local fundraising revenue. 
That would involve getting in touch with relevant corporations to get sponsorships (energy drinks, supplement stores, local businesses) This will be a ticketed event, so selling tickets to organization and clients.
Social Media   Simcoe County 
Professional Armwrestling League Canada
Social Media/Marketing  
We need someone to look after Twitter, YouTube, IG, FB, accounts - post and report content.  
Attend tournaments/practices to get the content for Social Media accounts (all the expenses would be paid for) 
 
Audio/Video/Podcast/Broadcast  
Interviews with athletes around the world over podcast/video and posting on social media
North Simcoe Soccer Club
Midland
Assist the North Simcoe Youth Spring Soccer Association with coaching of soccer teams! Soccer Executives are needed to get the soccer season up and running and to oversee the organizational activities.
VON Canada, Barrie - Lakeshore Dr, SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together)® Exercise and Fall Prevention Classes
Barrie, Innisfil, Midhurst

Volunteers will lead a gentle functional fitness program designed for community members aged 55+.

    The purpose of the program is to:
  • Increase and maintain strength, coordination, balance and flexibility
  • Improve health and energy
  • Improve mobility and independence
  • Prevent falls and decrease falls risk
  • Meet new people and socialize
Champlain Manor Retirement Residence
Orillia

Assists activity coordinator with different activities such as:

  • Special events
  • Outings
  • Friendly visiting
  • Other duties around residence
Helping Hands
Orillia
    Assisting with client:
  • Social events
  • Planning crafts
  • Serving refreshments
  • Tidy up after events
Leacock Retirement Lodge
Orillia
  • Running art or music programs 
  • Assistance with organizing the set up and tear down of recreation activities
  • Technology assistance for seniors 
  • Information or educational seminars for seniors 
  • Organizing tea and talk socials and word games 
Trillium Manor
Orillia
Volunteers required for assisting at activity programs:
  • Special events
  • Outings
  • Meal assistance
  • Friendly visiting
  • Transporting residents to and from programs
  • Assist with the Mind and Melody program
  • Abilities In Motion
    Alliston
      On-site Volunteer at Earl Rowe Provincial Park, Alliston
    • Help people with disabilities kayak and canoe
    • Check paperwork, PFDs and other equipment
    • If volunteer wishes to assist on water we will train canoe or kayak for a small fee, adaptive training is free
    • Off-site Volunteer
    • Help with office administration including record keeping, spreadsheets, grant writing
    Birchmere Retirement Residence
    Orillia
    • Attending activities, programs, and/or events with residents
    • One-on-one visits with residents; spending time chatting, playing card games, doing puzzles, crafts
    • Accompanying them on walks either within the building or outdoors (weather permitting)
    • Miscellaneous duties as needed
    Special Olympics Ontario - Central Ontario
    Orillia

    Volunteers are always needed to help with our current sports being offered: soccer, bowling, track & field, figure skating, swimming, t-ball, softball, floor hockey and golf. Please contact for information.

    Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northumberland
    Northumberland County

    Volunteers are needed to work special events such as Bowl for Kids Sake and Golf for Kids Sake.

    Atlantic Challenge Canada, Bay Port Yachting Centre - Midland
    Midland
    Various activities based on skills of Volunteer some duties may include:
  • Marketing
  • Leadership
  • Sailing and rowing instruction
  • Fundraising
  • Boat construction/repair Other opportunities exist depending on interest
  • Breaking Down Barriers, Independent Living Resource Centre
    Collingwood
    Assist staff to deliver various programs such as crafts, bingo, outings and trips for adults with diverse disabilities. Please note - due to COVID, we have transitioned all in-person programs to virtual activities. When it is safe to do so, we will return to in-person programs at our Centre but at a reduced capacity. We will introduce a hybrid approach that involves in-person and virtual.
      For now, we require volunteers to do:
    • Telephone check-ins with our Consumers
    • Organizational/administrative assistance for our Connecting with Seniors program
    • Opportunity to do crafting or recipe videos for our social media outlets
    • Other opportunities that can be done safely from home.
    Kawartha Komets Special Needs Hockey Program
    Peterborough and surrounding five counties

    Mature Adult Volunteers will assist players on the ice, supporting our Qualified, Certified coaching staff.

    Special Olympics Ontario - Central Ontario
    Alliston & Angus
      We have three roles to choose from: Coach
    • Assisting in coaching a specific sport to Athletes/Players with intellectual disabilities
    • Team Manager
    • Communicating to participants, registering players & teams for tournaments, equipment coordination
    • Council Administration
    • Leading the community in a variety of tasks (registrar, volunteer coordinator
    Special Olympics Ontario - Central Ontario
    Simcoe North
    Volunteers act as coaches in weekly sport training sessions, working with athletes with an intellectual disability in a variety of sports such as Floor Hockey, 5-Pin Bowling, Curling, Softball, Snowshoeing, Bocce, Pickleball and more! 
     
    Other volunteer positions include administrative roles on community councils (fundraising, secretary, public relations, etc.).
    Atrium Retirement Residence
    Orillia
    • Provide companionship
    • Reading
    • Crafts
    • Assisting in the Culinary Department.
    Hope Haven Therapeutic Riding Centre
    Markdale, ON

    Recreational Therapy Volunteer: Assists our Recreational Therapist with a wide range of hands-on activities including individual and group-based games, art projects, equine learning, life skills and a variety of outdoor recreational activities. Horse interaction will occur as  well as assisting & working alongside participants. No horse experience required. 

    Unmounted Horse Leader: Assists in preparing, grooming and leading the horse at the same time as the participant. You will interact with horses and participants. Horse experience an asset, we will train you.

    Side Walker: Walks beside the horse and participant providing support and stability. Involves a good deal of walking. No horse experience required, we will train you.

    Mounted Horse Leader: Assists the participant in preparing the horse for the lesson & may involve leading the horse during the lesson depending on the participant's ability.  Involves a good deal of walking and at times short bouts of jogging with the horse. Horse experience required.

     

     

    Orillia District Chamber of Commerce, Orillia - 575 West St S Unit 6
    Orillia

    Volunteers needed to help with special events, duties include

    • Set up and take downs for events including barriers/ gates/ posters/ signs
    • help with registration, security
    • assisting with Perch Fest, Boat Festival, Santa Clause Parade, Folk festival and Canada Day
    Leacock Care Centre
    Orillia

    Volunteer opportunities for individuals interested in assisiting with recreation programs, outings, friendly visiting, computer programs, reading programs and special events.

    Leader/Sidewalker   Bruce County  Grey County 
    Georgian Riding Association for Challenged Equestrians
    Owen Sound
      Leader
    • Grooming and tack up of the horse
    • Leading of the horse for warm-up
    • Control of the horse during class
    • Un-tack horse and cleanup of equipment
    • Sidewalker
    • Support the rider as necessary to balance
    • Assist rider to complete skills as needed
    • Assist leader with tack and cleanup
      Friendly Visitor   Bruce County  Grey County 
      Home & Community Support Services Grey-Bruce, Owen Sound - Head Office, Heritage Place Mall, Home and Community Support Services of Grey-Bruce
      Owen Sound
      • Provide companionship and friendship to an isolated senior or adult living with a disability by making at-home or over-the-phone visits on a regular basis
      • Assist clients with activities that they are no longer able to do by themselves and which are of interest to the client: reading, writing, playing cards/games
      • Provide a periodic monitoring of the client's well being
      Easter Seals Ontario, Barrie-Simcoe County Office
      Sadlon Areana. 555 Bayview Dr, Ontario ON L4N 8Y2

      Whether you’re an individual, community group, or group of friends, Easter Seals is seeking energetic and dedicated people to join our team of volunteers! In partnership with the Barrie Colts, Easter Seals will be partaking in the 50/50 ticket draw program for all the Barrie Colts home games in 2023-2024 
       
      * Volunteers will work 4 hours per shift, arriving 1.5 hours in advance of game time at the Sadlon Arena 
      * You will help sell tickets until end of second period.  
      * Once the selling is finished, all volunteers are able to watch the remainder of the game in a designated area.

      Pegasus Riding Association Nurturing Challenged Equestrians (PRANCE)
      Port Elgin
      • Leading horses for challenged equestrians
      • Sidewalking with those clients who may need some extra support
      • Volunteers also required during summer camps and March break for tasks mentioned and other activities such as crafts
      Orillia Youth Centre
      9 Front St. S. Unit 1
      Working in conjunction with the Director and staff. Assist with programming. There are various opportunities for volunteers at the Youth Centre! Volunteers can determine what they would like to do at the centre. Tell us what skills you bring to the table. Create your own volunteer experience!
      Volunteer Camp Counselor   Bruce County  Grey County  Muskoka District  Northumberland County  Parry Sound District  Peterborough County  Simcoe County 
      Camp Trillium Childhood Cancer Support Centre
      St. Vincent Park, Barrie

      Volunteer as a camp counselor at one of our two sleepover sites in Waterford (Rainbow Lake) or Rosseau (Muskoka) or day camp in Toronto or Ottawa. 

      Special Olympics Ontario - Central Ontario, Barrie - No Physical Address, Special Olympics Ontario - Barrie Chapter
      Variable

      Volunteers act as coaches in weekly sport training sessions, working with athletes with an intellectual disability in a variety of sports. Other positions include administrative roles on community council (fundraising, secretary, public relations, etc.). If we host competitions, day-of event volunteers are also required. SOO-Barrie offers 14 Olympic-type sports.

      Volunteer   Simcoe County 
      Mill Creek Care Centre, Long Term Care Facility
      286 Hurst Drive, Barrie
      We are looking for volunteers to assist with special events with the programs department, taking residents outside, delivering internal mail and various independent programs with residents.
      Client Care   Simcoe County 
      Woods Park Care Centre, Long Term Care Home, Barrie
      110 Lillian Crescent Barrie

      Assistance with resident In-house appointments

      Foundation Fighting Blindness, Simcoe County, Ride for Sight
      Alliston, Ontario

      Cycle for Sight is looking for a variety of volunteers to help with different aspects of the 15th annual event held in June in Alliston (cyclists ride from Alliston to Stayner and back)

      Recruitment Volunteers:

      This role will focus on recruiting, retaining, and renewing participants.

      Helps with:

      1. Marketing and communications

                                                                     i.      Website

                                                                   ii.      Emails

                                                                 iii.      Phone calls

                                                                 iv.      Text messages

                                                                   v.      Social media i.e. Facebook, Instagram, Strava

      2.              Launch and / or VIP parties (in-person or virtual)

      3.              Team Captain VIP program

      4.              Spokespeople i.e. athletes and people affected by vision loss

       

      Fundraising Volunteers

      This role will focus on making fundraising easier for participants and increasing funds raised by participants.

      Helps with:

      1.              Participant fundraising portal

      2.              Marketing and communications:

                                                                     i.      Emails

                                                                   ii.      Phone calls

                                                                 iii.      Text messages

      3.              Top Fundraiser VIP program

      4.              Fundraising toolkit i.e. tips, email templates

      5.              Incentive prizes and awards

      6.              Sponsorship

       

      Event Day Logistics

      This role will focus on event day logistics and ensuring that we provide participants with a premier event experience.

      Helps with:

      1.              Venue selection

      2.              Route, rest stops, and rider chip tracking system

      3.              Jersey design

      4.              Volunteers

      5.              Start line experience

      6.              Finish line experience

      7.              Securing auction and gift bag items (if applicable)

       

      Barrie Soccer Club
      Barrie
      • Help our youth foster a lifelong love for the game
      • Recreational and competitive opportunities available
      Collingwood United Soccer Club
      "Work" Remotely - At Home

      Looking to maximize opportunities to bring in Club revenues to offset programming costs and enhance future programme, Collingwood United Soccer Club seeks a volunteer to work with its board of directors in sourcing, researching and applying for various community/sports grants available provincially/nationally.   Previous is experience in an asset, however not manditory.   Knowledge of Soccer and the sporting community is also an asset but not manditory.   "Work" at home!   ...Great opportunity for either a university student looking to understand/work/contribute in/to the non-profit sector in the future or someone retired seeking an opportunity to contribute to the community.      

      Northumberland Bulldogs, Special Needs Hockey Program
        • Helping with hockey skills development including - skating, passing, shooting and all hockey related skills
        • Assisting with putting on hockey equipment before game and removing after game
        • Without extra support these hockey players with special needs would not be able to learn to play or participate in hockey
      Muskoka Landing
      Huntsville, Ontario

      Volunteer opportunity for individuals interested in facilitating recreation programs including: arts & crafts, outings, friendly visiting, bingo, exercise programs, computer programs, reading programs, special events and more! 

      Owen Hill Care Community, Barrie, Long Term Care Home
      130 Owen Street, Barrie, L4M3H7
      • Help Set up the area according to event, ie. Tables and chairs, or just chairs.
      • Decorate room according to the event Ask staff what can be done.
      • Knock on each resident’s door and invite them to the program.
      • Help bring residents to area
      • Help if needed for resident drinks and or snacks
      • Support resident(s) to designated area. Take attendance and give to program staff.
      • Help clean up area and place tables and chairs back to how was before
      Simcoe Therapeutic & Assisted Riding School (STARS)
      1025 Line 5 North, Oro-Medonte

      All ages and experience levels welcomed. Main activities: 

      • Walking, lots of walking in indoor 60'x120' (20x40m) arena or outdoor (30 x 70m) or wooded trails...up to 2kms/hour
      • Grooming and getting horses ready, we will train on this
      • Leading or walking with a horse with rider onboard, we will train for this
      • Working with riders on the autism spectrum or with a physical disability 
      • Mostly early evening hours; some daytime hours may be available
      • 2 hour commitment 
      Collingwood United Soccer Club
      Work Remotely At Home; Monthly Board Meetings In Person When Scheduled in Collingwood

      Collingwood United Soccer Club is seeking a member for its Board of Directors in the role of Treasurer.   Familiarity with the soccer community is an asset; however not necessarily required.   Critical requirements include bookkeeping experience and sound knowledge of Simply Accounting.    This is a community service role with much responsiblity as it keeps the club running smoothly and enables us to offer cost-effective, quality adult and youth soccer programming.   ...An ideal role for a someone retired, or as a sideline to assist a community non-profit organization.