Various Opportunities   Simcoe County 
Quest Art School + Gallery
Midland

Exhibition / Event set up: There’s a lot to learn about hanging an exhibition and the curatorial practices in a professional gallery, which you could learn by assisting our director and the team as they carefully change exhibitions. These happen all year round so get in touch if you’d like to have valuable insight into what goes on behind-the-scenes! You can also help set-up displays for one of our varied fundraisers, which also involves teamwork and an attention to detail. You might also be asked to lift or carry items, depending on the event.

Reception and Greeting: An integral part of events at Quest is the welcoming face our visitors see when they first arrive. If you feel you are a friendly, welcoming person then you could assist us by greeting visitors, taking down their information or assisting with ticketing. This role requires someone well-presented and able to multi-task.

Workshop / Educational Support: There are many different workshops held at Quest Art School + Gallery, and off-site, to a wide variety of students. We offer classes to children, youth and adults of all skill levels. If you are curious, patient and eager to lend a hand, then you might be perfect assisting one of our instructors as they lead a workshop.

Off-Site Events: Quest Art, as a charitable organization, is often invited to a wide range of events in the Midland-Penetang’, and sometimes wider, region. These vary by season and year, so depending on where you can get to, you could assist at one of these events. Please let us know your preferences as this would be a real asset to us at Quest when seeking location specific volunteers!

Bingo

Good Food Box Packer   Bruce County  Grey County 
United Way of Bruce Grey
Grey & Bruce County - Various Locations
  • Work with a team of volunteers to sort fruits and vegetables into individual orders
  • Handle food gently and hygienically, and arrange the boxes for maximum appeal
  • Assist with packing site set-up and clean-up
  • Good Fox Box pack takes place in the following communities: Thornbury, Neyaashiinigmiing, Chesley, Chatsworth, Dundalk, Durham, Hanover, Kincardine, Lion's Head, Lucknow, Markdale, Meaford, Owen Sound, Port Elgin, Saugeen First Nation, Tara, Teeswater, Wiarton, Sauble Beach, and Walkerton.
On-Site Volunteers for adaptive paddling sessions and Off-Site Volunteers for Office Administration   Simcoe County 
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
Volunteer   Simcoe County 
Paradise Shores by AmandaFritz
Orillia
  • Cook, bake, gardening
  • Activities with residence
  • Supporting with activities of daily living
VON Exercise Leader   Simcoe County 
VON Canada, Orillia - Front St S, SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together)® Exercise and Fall Prevention Classes
Orillia
The goal of VON’s SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together)® Program is to enable adults 55+ to maintain independence, improve quality of life and to ultimately promote healthy aging. No prior experience is required and full training will be provided.  
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who have a keen interest in promoting health and well-being through physical activity. Come find out more about the classes, our training program, and hear directly from some of our volunteers why they love being part of SMART.
Television Production Crew   Peterborough County 
YourTV Peterborough Lindsay
Peterborough

The primary function of the YourTV volunteer is to be an active member of our television production crew on many levels, whether it be at OHL games, studio shows or a live event, like the Santa Claus Parade.

    Duties may include:
  • Pre-production planning, such as setting up a potential interview subject
  • Technical equipment during productions, such as working camera, audio or the switcher
  • Administrative capacity, answering
  • Telephones and handling YourTV billboard announcements
  • Taking photos for the Billboard or helping with our YourTV website
  • Summary​ ​of​ ​Essential​ ​Job​ ​Functions of a YourTV volunteer include:
  • Working camera
  • Conducting interviews
  • Working the audio board
  • Working in our Control Room or Mobile Production Unit(s)
Board Member   Simcoe County 
Breaking Down Barriers, Independent Living Resource Centre
Collingwood
  • Board members are needed to help guide and mentor the organization
  • Board members are required to participate in one standing committee: fundraising, finance, strategic planning and/or governance
  • People 18+ of all abilities welcome to apply
  • There is a Board requirement that a percentage of people with disabilities are members of the Board
  • Companion   Grey County  Simcoe County 
    Breaking Down Barriers, Independent Living Resource Centre
    Collingwood
    • Provide weekly companionship to client of Breaking Down Barriers.
    • Assist with activities like arts & crafts, cooking, scrapbooking, weaving and Friendship Café
    • Meet for conversation, maybe go for an outing and just be a friendly face to someone who may otherwise be isolated.
    Volunteer Ambassador Program   Simcoe County 
    Orillia District Chamber of Commerce, Orillia - 575 West St S Unit 6
    Orillia

    Walk the waterfront 

    Interact with tourists 

    Recommend restaurants, shops and services 

    Take a short survey with those that would participate 

    Be visible and be the smiling friendly face of Orillia!

    Canine Foster Volunteer   Grey County  Simcoe County 
    Georgian Triangle Humane Society
    Collingwood

    Canine Foster Volunteers provide a safe, loving and temporary home for puppies (4-6 puppies at a time), senior dogs and adult dogs with specific needs. You must have the ability to separate the foster animals from any pets in your home by keeping them in a separate room, if necessary. We will provide resources and all the supplies you need.   
    Canine Foster Volunteers are responsible for helping the puppies, seniors and / or adult dogs in their care thrive until they are ready to be adopted (or to be returned to their owner in cases of Emergency Boarding). This will include feeding the animals at least twice a day, possibly more, potty training (for puppies), and exercising and socializing the animals. It may also include bottle feeding (if caring for orphaned or struggling puppies) and administering oral medications.  
     
    We are ideally looking for volunteers who are willing to assist with more than one of the following foster scenarios:  

    • 4-6 puppies under 4 weeks of age, requiring bottle feeding  
    • 4-6 puppies over 4 weeks of age  
    • Dogs with medical or special needs (eg. provide medication, ensure ‘bedrest’ post-surgery) 
    • Pregnant or nursing moms  
    • Dogs in need of socialization or with behavioural concerns  
    • Senior dogs who don't tend to fare well in a 'shelter' environment
    • Dogs belonging to pet owners in need of emergency boarding in times of crisis
    Special Needs Hockey Program Volunteer   Peterborough County 
    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.

    Board of Directors Members and Volunteer Members   Bruce County  Grey County 
    Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce
    Monthly Board meetings in Saugeen Shores / Owen Sound on a rotating basis, in-person and online.

    Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce is seeking community-minded individuals wishing to volunteer their time as Board of Directors Members or to assist at our promotional or fundraising events as Volunteer Members. 

    Big Brother/Big Sister Volunteer   Simcoe County 
    Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orillia and District
    Orillia

    The Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Orillia and District provides quality mentoring relationships for young people in our community who would benefit from caring, supportive adult role models. The relationships are fostered through:

    • One-to-One Matching
    • Group Programs
    • School Based Programs
    Board Director   Simcoe County 
    Imani's Place Foundation
    Alliston

    Integral part of creating awareness in the community of the services that we provide and who we provide them for. They will steer the organization towards a sustainable future by adopting sound, ethical and legal governance and finance management policies. 
    Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team, the Board Director will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
    • Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer)  
    • Various professional backgrounds are welcome 
    • Make sure the organization has adequate resources to fulfill its mission 
    • Attend regular board meetings 
    • Make a commitment to actively participate in board and committee meetings (where applicable) 
    • Stay informed about organizational and committee matters 
    • Participate in fundraising for the organization 
    • Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
    • You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

    Mobile/Donor Centre Volunteer - Collingwood   Simcoe County 
    Canadian Blood Services, Barrie, Blood Donation Centre
    Collingwood

    Mobile/Donor Centre Volunteer - Collingwood 
     
    As a volunteer with Canadian Blood Services you help create a positive, safe and welcoming environment and experience for our donors. Greeting donors with a smile, thanking them for their donation and making conversation helps ensure a good donation experience. As one of the last faces donors see on their way out, the care and attention you give plays a critical role in the success of future blood donor clinics. 
     
    Activities and Tasks Associated with the Role - This role has a variety of duties, including, but not limited to the following: 
     
    • Welcome and serve snacks and drinks to donors upon their arrival from the donation area 
    • Oversee the refreshment area which includes displaying and restocking snacks and drinks 
    • Responsible for ensuring the cleaning of tables, chairs and touch points within the refreshment area 
    • Mandatory use of surgical masks, hand sanitizer and gloves provided by CBS when operating within the Mobile/Donor Centre 
    • Observe donors and alert donor centre staff of adverse reactions 
    • Provide donors with organizational updates and information on current CBS initiatives 
    • Regularly review written volunteer duties and centre specific procedures 
    • Adhere to policies, procedures and training requirements 
    • Respond to donor concerns and questions by directing donors to appropriate staff 
     
    Skills, Abilities, Traits 
    • Friendly, compassionate, outgoing and possess good communication skills 
    • Able to work independently as well as in a team environment 
    • Sensitive and respectful of the dignity of all people 
    • Able to relate to different personalities and age groups in a variety of situations 
    • Able to observe and react appropriately to adverse situations 
    • Adhere to CBS dress code (e.g. name tag, vest/ t-shirt and closed toes shoes) 
    • Reliable and punctual 
    • Provide good customer service to donors to ensure they feel both valued and appreciated for their donation

    Mobile/Donor Centre Volunteer - Elmvale   Simcoe County 
    Canadian Blood Services, Barrie, Blood Donation Centre
    Elmvale

    As a volunteer with Canadian Blood Services you help create a positive, safe and welcoming environment and experience for our donors. Greeting donors with a smile, thanking them for their donation and making conversation helps ensure a good donation experience. As one of the last faces donors see on their way out, the care and attention you give plays a critical role in the success of future blood donor clinics. 
     
    Activities and Tasks Associated with the Role - This role has a variety of duties, including, but not limited to the following:  

    • Welcome and serve snacks and drinks to donors upon their arrival from the donation area 
    • Oversee the refreshment area which includes displaying and restocking snacks and drinks 
    • Responsible for ensuring the cleaning of tables, chairs and touch points within the refreshment area 
    • Mandatory use of surgical masks, hand sanitizer and gloves provided by CBS when operating within the Mobile/Donor Centre 
    • Observe donors and alert donor centre staff of adverse reactions 
    • Provide donors with organizational updates and information on current CBS initiatives 
    • Regularly review written volunteer duties and centre specific procedures 
    • Adhere to policies, procedures and training requirements 
    • Respond to donor concerns and questions by directing donors to appropriate staff

     
     
    Skills, Abilities, Traits 

    • Friendly, compassionate, outgoing and possess good communication skills 
    • Able to work independently as well as in a team environment 
    • Sensitive and respectful of the dignity of all people 
    • Able to relate to different personalities and age groups in a variety of situations 
    • Able to observe and react appropriately to adverse situations 
    • Adhere to CBS dress code (e.g. name tag, vest/ t-shirt and closed toes shoes) 
    • Reliable and punctual 
    • Provide good customer service to donors to ensure they feel both valued and appreciated for their donation
    Mobile/Donor Centre Volunteer - Parry Sound   Parry Sound District 
    Canadian Blood Services, Barrie, Blood Donation Centre
    Parry Sound

    Mobile/Donor Centre Volunteer at St. Peter's - Knights of Columbus Hall mobile clinic in Parry Sound 
     
    As a volunteer with Canadian Blood Services you help create a positive, safe and welcoming environment and experience for our donors. Greeting donors with a smile, thanking them for their donation and making conversation helps ensure a good donation experience. As one of the last faces donors see on their way out, the care and attention you give plays a critical role in the success of future blood donor clinics. 
     
    Activities and Tasks Associated with the Role - This role has a variety of duties, including, but not limited to the following: 
     
    • Welcome and serve snacks and drinks to donors upon their arrival from the donation area 
    • Oversee the refreshment area which includes displaying and restocking snacks and drinks 
    • Responsible for ensuring the cleaning of tables, chairs and touch points within the refreshment area 
    • Mandatory use of surgical masks, hand sanitizer and gloves provided by CBS when operating within the Mobile/Donor Centre 
    • Observe donors and alert donor centre staff of adverse reactions 
    • Provide donors with organizational updates and information on current CBS initiatives 
    • Regularly review written volunteer duties and centre specific procedures 
    • Adhere to policies, procedures and training requirements 
    • Respond to donor concerns and questions by directing donors to appropriate staff 
     
    Skills, Abilities, Traits 
    • Friendly, compassionate, outgoing and possess good communication skills 
    • Able to work independently as well as in a team environment 
    • Sensitive and respectful of the dignity of all people 
    • Able to relate to different personalities and age groups in a variety of situations 
    • Able to observe and react appropriately to adverse situations 
    • Adhere to CBS dress code (e.g. name tag, vest/ t-shirt and closed toes shoes) 
    • Reliable and punctual 
    • Provide good customer service to donors to ensure they feel both valued and appreciated for their donation

    Mobile/Donor Centre Volunteer -Midland   Simcoe County 
    Canadian Blood Services, Barrie, Blood Donation Centre
    Midland

    As a volunteer with Canadian Blood Services you help create a positive, safe and welcoming environment and experience for our donors. Greeting donors with a smile, thanking them for their donation and making conversation helps ensure a good donation experience. As one of the last faces donors see on their way out, the care and attention you give plays a critical role in the success of future blood donor clinics. 
     
    Activities and Tasks Associated with the Role - This role has a variety of duties, including, but not limited to the following: 

    • Welcome and serve snacks and drinks to donors upon their arrival from the donation area 
    • Oversee the refreshment area which includes displaying and restocking snacks and drinks 
    • Responsible for ensuring the cleaning of tables, chairs and touch points within the refreshment area 
    • Mandatory use of surgical masks, hand sanitizer and gloves provided by CBS when operating within the Mobile/Donor Centre 
    • Observe donors and alert donor centre staff of adverse reactions 
    • Provide donors with organizational updates and information on current CBS initiatives 
    • Regularly review written volunteer duties and centre specific procedures 
    • Adhere to policies, procedures and training requirements 
    • Respond to donor concerns and questions by directing donors to appropriate staff

     
    Skills, Abilities, Traits 

    • Friendly, compassionate, outgoing and possess good communication skills 
    • Able to work independently as well as in a team environment 
    • Sensitive and respectful of the dignity of all people 
    • Able to relate to different personalities and age groups in a variety of situations 
    • Able to observe and react appropriately to adverse situations 
    • Adhere to CBS dress code (e.g. name tag, vest/ t-shirt and closed toes shoes) 
    • Reliable and punctual 
    • Provide good customer service to donors to ensure they feel both valued and appreciated for their donation
    Backpack Stuffer for July -August   Grey County 
    United Way of Bruce Grey
    380 9th Street East Owen Sound

    This volunteer opportunity is available in July and August of each year in preparation for the school year in September. 
     
    Assist in 'stuffing' backpacks with back to school supplies, based on the age and gender of the recipient.

    Communication Facilitators/Group Conversation Volunteers   Peterborough County 
    March of Dimes Canada, Peterborough, Aphasia and Communication Disabilities Program, Peterborough
    Northminster United Church, 300 Sunset Boulevard Peterborough, ON K9H 5L3
    Compassionate adults needed for group consultations  
    * Do you have a few hours a week to have meaningful conversations in a fun, lively atmosphere?  
    * Volunteers provide support to adults with communication difficulties by participating in group conversation sessions about current events, music, food, art and much more.
    Entertainment   Simcoe County 
    VON Canada, Adult Day Program
    4337 Burnside Line. Unit 12, Orillia, L3V 6J3

    We are looking for 1/2 hour of music entertainment for our seniors. Weekly or monthly.  
    Our community based day program is attended by seniors with dementia.

    Chapter Member   Grey County 
    Autism Ontario [Central East]
    There are many opportunities to volunteer with Autism Ontario. Whether you are looking for something casual or something more committed, there is a volunteer role suited to you. There are four main areas in which you can volunteer with Autism Ontario:  
     
    Administrative: help with mailings, thank you letters, grant writing, etc. 
     
    Events: we run events year-round, which require volunteers to keep them running smoothly 
     
    Committees: we have several ongoing and adhoc committees that meet during the year 
     
    Chapter Leadership Council (CLC)
    Youth Centre Volunteer   Simcoe County 
    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 / Coach Barrie & Area   Simcoe County 
    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.

    Animal Care Committee - Community Member   
    Fleming College, Lindsay - Frost Campus, Frost Campus
    Attending meetings to review Animal Care and use protocol at least three times annually as part of the Animal Care Committee
    Board Member   Bruce County  Grey County 
    REACH Centre Grey Bruce
    Owen Sound, ON
    • We are looking for a motivated person that shares their experience and expertise in a positive and constructive manner.  
    • Join our Board of Directors to provide input on decision making.
    • We are an advisory Board and meet for 1 hour once per quarter.
    Board Member   Simcoe County 
    Huronia Symphony Orchestra
    Barrie, Ontario
    To attend Board of Directors Meetings. Participate in board activities and decision making.
    Respite Care/ Relief Worker   Simcoe County 
    God's Solution Sanctuary
    Barrie

    Volunteers needed within various aspects of assisting children and adults with special needs to participate

    Tag Days Volunteer   Peterborough County 
    ME / FM Association of Peterborough and District, Peterborough
    To volunteer for 2 - 4 hour shifts on Tag Day
    Unit Guider/Leader   Simcoe County 
    Girl Guides of Canada
    Various locations throughout South Simcoe.

    Mentor girls as they explore new challenges, develop ready-for-anything skills, and take on new challenges, in a safe and supportive atmosphere during weekly meetings and optional outings and camps.  A Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required and provided free of charge.  Two references and an interview are part of the screening process. 

    Volunteer   Simcoe County 
    Glowing Hearts Charity, No Physical Address
    Barrie

    Join our incredible team of volunteers and help Glowing Hearts Charity disrupt the cycle of poverty by providing programs that reduce barriers and support the mental health, growth, and development of school-age children and youth in Simcoe County.

    To apply, please fill out the form on the volunteer page on our website: https://www.glowingheartscharity.org/volunteer

    Volunteers of all Kinds! Community Support   Muskoka District 
    Community Living South Muskoka, Head Office
    CLSM is seeking volunteers of all kinds for any area of the organization. Tell us your skill-set and interests and we will create a volunteer position tailored to you.  
    We are also in need of volunteers to assist individuals with a developmental disability in being part of their community. e.g. going to Sports Plex,YMCA, library, and other community locations. You would assist individuals at their volunteer jobs in other non-profit locations.