An In-Depth Guide to Volunteering in Mississauga
Want to donate your time to a worthy cause in your community? There are plenty of organizations throughout the Peel Region that are accepting volunteers. Whether you're a high school student doing it to satisfy your 40 hour requirement to graduate or a parent looking to expose your kids to community involvement, volunteering is a rewarding endeavor. Here's an ongoing list of volunteer opportunities to help you get started.
Seva Food Bank
Position: Food bank volunteers: 3413 Wolfedale Rd, Unit 10, Mississauga
Phone: 905-361-SEVA (7382)
Email: sevafoodbank@gmail.com
Website: http://www.sevafoodbank.com/
What they do: The Seva Food Bank provides safe, nutritious and culturally-appropriate food to low-income families living in Mississauga’s L5B and L5C postal codes. An initiative of Sikhs Serving Canada, a registered not-for-profit organization, our mission is to positively impact local communities by acting on the basic Sikh tenets of sarbat da bhalla (the well being of all) and seva (selfless service). We are open to volunteers from all communities and cultures.
What you’ll do: We are looking for volunteers to perform in several roles, including working in our warehouse and at the front desk during food servings. We are open to the public every Wednesday evening from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm and on Sundays from 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm. We also have several committees that volunteers can get involved with, and we are always looking for people with creativity and initiative who would like to help us develop our programs and improve on the services we are providing to residents of Mississauga.
Requirements: Volunteers must come with a positive attitude, a commitment to work and be motivated to help those in need. Some of the work will include lifting boxes, stocking shelves and assembling food orders, as well some reception duties. Some basic computer skills would be useful. Three hours per month minimum commitment.
Ontario Elections-Amrit Mangat’s Re-election Campaign
Position: Campaign volunteer
Address: 75 Watline Ave. Unit 130, Mississauga
Phone: 905-502-7115
Email: volunteer@votemangat.ca
Website: http://votemangat.ca/
What they do: Liberal MPP Amrit Mangat’s Re-election Campaign for Mississauga-Brampton South.
What you’ll do: Make phone calls, canvas door-to-door, office admin, and strategic planning.
Requirements: Good communication skills.
Made by Hand, Made by Hand Show
Position: Event volunteer
Address: International Centre, Hall 1 - 6900 Airport Rd., Mississauga
Email: madebyhandshow@yahoo.ca
Website: http://www.madebyhandshow.com/
What they do: Made by Hand is committed to supporting local Canadian artists and crafters by showcasing an event where local artists are able to show and sell their work.
What you’ll do: Assist at the event, help Vendors load in/out, sit at booths (for vendors to have a quick bathroom or meal break), greet and other duties.
Requirements: English-speaking and cheerful. 4-5 hour shifts.
AbleLiving Services (formerly Participation House)
Position: Recreation aide
Address: 1022 Greaves Ave. or or at 1255 Vanrose St., Mississauga
Phone: 905-692-4465, ext 224
Email: cconnolly@ableliving.org
Website: http://ableliving.org/
What they do: AbleLiving supports adults with physical disabilities.
What you’ll do: Work one to one with clients or in small groups with recreation programs. Assist with movie nights, game night, taking clients for walks, crafts, etc.
Requirements: Able to push a manual wheelchair. Must be sensitive and respectful of client needs. Maturity to work with adults. Length of time required: 8-10 months over the school year, one evening a week.
Camp Smile
Position: Camp Counsellor
Address: Mississauga/Vaughan
Phone: 416-576-6842
Email: info.campsmile@gmail.com
Website: http://www.facebook.com/SmileSummerCamp?sk=info
What they’ll do: Camp Smile is a summer camp for children, ages 3-12, with Down Syndrome. This is a unique camp that adds a special element to the typical summer camp by offering therapy services. The camp features Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Music Therapy, Instructed Sports, Arts and crafts and loads of fun. There are two camps that will be running with the same program. One camp is located at the Lullaboo Nursery and Childcare Center, Mississauga site and the other is at the Lullaboo Nursery and Childcare Center, Vaughan site.
What you’ll do: As a Camp Smile Volunteer, the successful candidate will be responsible for administering the philosophy of the camp and implementing a program set by the therapists and instructors which meets the needs of the individual child. The volunteer is to enhance the experience of the children while taking responsibility for their enjoyment and well-being. Volunteer hours will be awarded. You'll be in charge of: program implementation, aiding program staff during activities, active participant of all camp activities, aware of children's locations at all time, learn the likes/dislikes of children, promote a healthy environment for the children, providing leadership and support to all staff, responsible for good working relationship with program staff and camp directors.
Requirements: Interested in working with children with special needs, ability to communicate effectively, ability to demonstrate personal leadership skills, ability to accept supervision and guidance, ability to assist in teach an activity, good character, integrity and adaptability, enthusiasm, sense of humour, patience and self control, clearance of criminal Record Check, at least 15 years of age. Length of time required: every Saturday from July-August for 2.5 to 5 hours.
Habitat for Humanity - Brampton
Position: ReStore Retail Volunteer
Address: 268 Rutherford Rd S, Unit 3, Brampton
Phone: 905-455-0883 ext 223
Email: natasha@habitatbrampton.com
Website: http://www.habitatbrampton.com/
What they do: The ReStore is owned and operated by Habitat for Humanity Brampton. Our shelves are stocked with new and gently used renovation supplies donated to us by homeowners and businesses. The money raised from the sale of items at the ReStore pays for the overhead costs of operating Habitat for Humanity Brampton.
What you’ll do: Volunteers are needed to help with unloading trucks that come in, as well as assist in the ReStore by answering any questions customers may have about where certain items are located. Volunteers will also help customers bring any purchases to their vehicles, assist with stocking/moving items in the store.
Requirements: Volunteers must be 16 years and older to apply.
Brampton Clean City Committee
Position: Park and Trail Stewardship Volunteer
Address: 129 Glidden Rd., Brampton
Phone: (905) 874-5110
Email: cleancity@brampton.ca
Website: http://www.brampton.ca/en/residents/Environment/Brampton-Clean-City/Pages/welcome.aspx
What they do: The Brampton Clean City Committee is a committee of City Council made up of concerned citizens who volunteer their time and effort in promoting environmental awareness and a clean community.
What you’ll do: Student volunteer opportunity to earn community service hours while cleaning parks and trails. Duties include removing litter, sorting recyclables and some heavy lifting within the City of Brampton's various parks, trails and green spaces.
Requirements: No skills or experience required. Just a passion to help the natural environment!
Mississauga Fruit Tree Community Organization
Position: Garden volunteer
Address: 7760 Benavon Road, Mississauga
Phone: 416-358-9064
Email: info@mississaugafruittree.org
Website: http://www.mississaugafruittree.org/
What they do: Promoting equitable access to fresh local fruit and community initiatives for strengthening and empowering neighbors to share in the harvest of surplus fruits that would otherwise go unpicked or be wasted.
What you’ll do: Pick fruit from the backyards of homeowners who have registered their trees with the organization. Help in gardens located in yards of homeowners who have allowed the organization to use their space to grow food.
Requirements: Desire to build and strengthen connections within community groups through the planting, stewardship, harvest and/or preservation of fruit.
United Way of Peel Region
Position: Tree planting, gardening, graffiti removal, painting, litter clean-up volunteer
Address: Mississauga/Brampton/Caledon
Phone: 905-602-3625
Email: lferguson@unitedwaypeel.org
Website: http://www.unitedwaypeel.org/
What they do: United Way of Peel Region was established in 1967 to serve the communities of Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon. Every program we support is improving social conditions in the region to ensure that each resident can not only survive, but thrive. We work within the community to improve the lives of individuals and families, strengthen neighbourhoods, and make our community better for everyone. We address the immediate needs of our community and work to identify and remedy the root causes for social issues within our community.
What you’ll do: Tree planting, gardening, graffiti removal, painting, and litter clean-up.
Oasis Zoo Run
Position: Event volunteer
Address: Toronto Zoo, Toronto
Website: http://canadarunningseries.com/zoorun/
What they do: To support Toronto Zoo and raise money to fund the zoo's several animal projects.
What you’ll do: Baggage check, packet pick-up, greet, water station, course marshals, medal distribution, party site food station, start line corral marshals, green team, setup, t-shirt distribution, etc…
Oakville Half Marathon
Position: Event Volunteer
Address: Coronation Park (1426 Lakeshore Road West), Oakville
Email: kduz@landmarksport.com
Website: http://www.oakvillehalfmarathon.com/default.shtml
What you’ll do: hand out medals, clip chips, hand out heat sheets, post race food, and baggage.
Requirements: All are welcome to volunteer, but anyone 12 years of age and under requires adult accompaniment, and under the age of 18 must have parent/guardian written permission. Additionally, we encourage those under the age of 18 to buddy-up with a friend. Individuals coming out to show their community spirit will definitely have fun.
Visual Arts Brampton
Position: Mascot performer and character escort
Address: Brampton
Phone: 905-453-9142
Email: visualartsbrampton@gmail.com
Website: http://www.visualartsbrampton.com/
What they do: Visual Arts Brampton is a 22-year-old community art group serving professional and amateur artists in Brampton and surrounding areas. We provide various studio sessions, workshops and monthly art exhibits by local artists.
What you’ll do: Rotate between performing the role of mascot and escorting the mascot.
Requirements: As a mascot, you need to have some silent performance skills (like mime) . As an escort, you need the ability to talk clearly to adults and children, and improvise responses on behalf of the mascot, when physical replies just won't do. Preference given to those taking a drama or dance program in high school, although all are welcome to apply. Mascot performers must be between 3' 5" and 6' tall.
TruthForce Community Association
Position: Project Co-ordinator
Address: 247 Main Street North, Brampton
Phone: 905-459-4385
Email: sgoel@ahealingplace.ca
Website: http://ahealingplace.ca/
What they do: Community organization dedicated to empowering people to take action locally and globally on social justice issues
What you’ll do: TruthForce will be a mentor to a student who will design, plan, lead or help implement a project in their community that addresses a social or environmental issue.
Requirements: Self-directed, motivated, creative, confident. To get involved, write a 200-word introduction letter about yourself describing your motivation to work with the organization. If you have any ideas about the type of project you’d like to do, include it in the package.
The Métis Nation of Ontario – Brampton Aboriginal Healing and Wellness Strategy (AHWS) Program
Position: Community Wellness Volunteer
Address: Brampton/Mississauga/Caledon/Orangeville
Phone: 905-454-8951
Email: siobhanm@metisnation.org
Website: http://metisnation.org/
What they do: The Métis are a distinct Aboriginal group. The Brampton AHWS program represents Métis citizens, but also extends itself to the Peel community in general. Aboriginal healing is holistic and includes the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and cultural aspects of life. Some of the services we provide are counseling support, general emotional support, friendly visits, workshops and educational outreach. A Police Record Check is required in order to work with clients.
What you’ll do: At this time, the work is flexible. You may be asked to help out with events and workshops in the community, give presentations on the Métis Nation in your community to promote awareness and/or assist clients with tasks such as emotional support, friendly visits, or helping with shopping, etc.
Requirements: Good communication skills and the ability to demonstrate empathy and non-judgment. You must be 18 years or older with a valid drivers license to drive clients if necessary. Length of time required: minimum of 5 hours.
Sunshine Dreams for Kids
Position: Event volunteer
Address: Peel Region
Email: sunshine_awareness@yahoo.ca
Website: http://www.sunshine.ca/
What they do: Sunshine Dreams for Kids is a non-profit organization that makes dreams come true for children with severe physical disabilities and life threatening illnesses.
What you’ll do: We have many community events planned over the coming year that requires volunteers to make each event a success.
Requirements: Minimum of 4 hours per event.
Seniors Life Enhancement Centres
Position: Activity Assistant
Address: 2041 Cliff Rd., Mississauga
Phone: 905-279-9061
Website: http://www.slec.ca/
What they do: Social, recreational centre for seniors
What you’ll do: Assist activity coordinators to provide social recreational activities to seniors. Volunteers will also help escort seniors throughout the centre and help with general clean up tasks.
Requirements: Friendly and enthusiastic personality, willing to work as a team player, desire to work with seniors who have memory impairment or physical challenges.
The Royal Conservatory of Music Examinations - Mississauga South (Centre 019)
Position: Presiding Officer
Address: 850 Enola Ave., Mississauga
Phone: 905-891-7944
Email: clarah@rcmusic.ca
Website: http://rcmusic.ca/
What they do: The Royal Conservatory of Music is an independent, self-sustaining, not-for-profit arts organization whose mission is to foster the development of human potential through music and arts education.
What you’ll do: Help with set-up before and set-down after examinations. You will supervise theory students writing exams and help to ensure a successful examination experience.
Requirements: Promptness, reliability and courtesy. Ability to complete assigned tasks independently and efficiently. Musical background and prior knowledge of the RCM Examinations system an asset. Length of time required: Between 3 to 8 hours.
The Regimental Band of The Lorne Scots (Peel, Dufferin, and Halton Regiment)
Position: Musician
Address: Downtown Brampton
Email: hfv@sympatico.ca
Website: http://www.lornescotspipesanddrums.org/index.html
What they do: This volunteer band was formed in pre-confederation Canada, in 1866, and has been active in Peel, Dufferin and Halton since that time. This Brass and Reed Band plays street parades, Military Tattoos, Indoor and Outdoor Concerts, Art Festivals, Ethnic Celebrations, Royal Visits, Civic Receptions, Public Entertainment, with a full and challenging repertoire of Military Band, and Concert Band Music from the Big Band sound to Classical and popular music performed by all volunteer musicians.
What you’ll do: Attend Band practice once weekly in Brampton to perform music and to perform with this volunteer band in public.
Requirements: Senior high school level music courses or equivalent experience. Weekly rehearsals take place on Monday evenings from 8-10 pm.
Peel Multicultural Council
Position: Project Assistant
Address: 6630 Turner Valley Road, Mississauga
Phone: 905-819-1144
Website: http://peelmc.ca/
What they do: The Peel Multicultural Council was established in 1977 because of the concerns arising from a Social Planning Council report on immigrant needs in Peel. A group of ethnic leaders joined together to facilitate positive community relations.
What you’ll do: Assist with developing resource materials, update databases, asssit with the planning of fundraising events, and organize meetings with board members and committees.
Requirements: Basic computer skills, good understanding of the English language, team player, excellent interpersonal skills. Length of time required: 40 hours.
Peel Health
Position: In-Home Volunteer Visitor
Address: Brampton/Caledon/Mississauga
Phone: 905.791.7800 ext. 2613 or 905.791.7800 ext. 2521
Website: http://www.peelregion.ca/health/volunteers/
What they do: Peel Health, your regional health department, offers a wide range of public health services to ensure residents and workers can obtain credible information on preventing illness and improving the health of our community.
What you’ll do: Assist families in their homes in various ways.
Requirements: The opportunity is available for students 18 years and older. Length of time required: Minimum of 3 hours a week for 3 months.
Special Olympics, Ontario - Brampton
Position: Assistant Coach
Address: Brampton
Email: rmgauthier@rogers.com
Website: http://www.osobrampton.org/
What you’ll do: Help with sport training e.g. warm-ups, drills, etc.
Requirements: Patience, willingness to get involved, sports knowledge helpful but not essential. Length of time required: 1-2 hours per week.
Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee
Position: Committee Member - various volunteer opportunities
Address: Mississauga City Hall, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
Phone: 905-896-5071
Email: myac@mississauga.ca
Website: http://www.myac-mississauga.com/
What they do: Founded by Mayor Hazel McCallion in 1982, the Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) has evolved into a dynamic group of dedicated young people between the ages of 14 and 24 who live in Mississauga. MYAC members volunteer at numerous events and organize festivals such as Youth Week. At monthly general meetings, MYAC is a forum to meet new people, learn about and discuss issues affecting young people and receive opportunities to make a difference in the community.
What you’ll do: Members of MYAC members attend general meetings on the second Wednesday of each month to discuss issues and learn about volunteer opportunities. Volunteer hours can be earned by helping to organize events, writing articles for the MYAC website, volunteering at events, or working on projects.
Requirements: Good teamwork skills, initiative, willingness to take risks, computer familiarity, and enthusiasm.
Leisureworld Brampton Woods
Position: Volunteer
Address: 9257 Goreway Drive, Mississauga
Phone: 905-799-7502
Email: masika.gardner@leisureworld.ca
What they do: Long Term Care facility
What you’ll do: Help organize events for residents, porter residents to events, visit one-on-one with residents, welcome new residents, assist in the dining room, and assist in the laundry department.
Girl Guides of Canada - White Oaks Area
Position: Student Volunteer Leader
Address: Peel Region
Phone: 1-877-323-4545
Website: http://www.girlguides.ca/
What they do: Girl Guides of Canada is the largest organization for girls and women in Canada. It is a non-profit organization run by volunteers. Guiding provides opportunities for fun, friendship and adventures for girls and young women. Through our different imaginative and innovative activity choices, girls are encouraged to reach their potential, be independent, confident and caring. We empower them to give leadership and develop their decision-making and life skills. Guiding helps them connect with their community and with the wider world.
What you’ll do: Volunteers will assist our adult members/ leaders in implementing exciting programs within a local Unit (Sparks age 5 to 6, Brownies age 7 to 8, Guides age 9 to11) on a weekly basis. Units can be found in your neighbourhood.
Requirements: Volunteers must be mature, enjoy working with children, helping others, working in a team environment and be willing to have fun. They must also be organized and have excellent communications skills. Skills such as knowledge of outdoor activities, arts and crafts, songs, games, environmental issues, etc. are an asset, BUT not necessary. Mentoring by adult members is available. Units (Sparks, Brownies, Guides) generally meet once a week (one to two hours/week) from September to May. We ask that you commit to the full Guiding year. There are also occasional weekend activities.
Friends of the Schoolhouse
Position: Garden and visitor liaison volunteer
Address: Peel Region
Email: dlcook@rogers.com
Website: http://www.britanniaschoolhousefriends.org/
What they do: Supports the Old Britannia Schoolhouse through community activities and fundraising.
What you’ll do: Help at occasional events, demonstrate heritage toys and answer questions about The Old Britannia Schoolhouse. Garden volunteers are needed several times a year.
Requirements: An ability to meet the public and work with children. An interest in gardening.
Erinoak
Position: Kids programming volunteer
Address: Mississauga/Burlington/Brampton/Oakville
Website: http://www.erinoakkids.ca/
What they do: ErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development is the largest Children's Treatment Centre (CTC) in Ontario, providing a comprehensive range of treatment, rehabilitation and support services to more than 11,700 children with disabilities and their families each year.
What you’ll do: Assist staff in a wide range of activities. Positions are available mornings, afternoons and evenings throughout the school year. During summer months, we offer more programs which require volunteers through the weekday and early evening. Specialized therapeutic programs are also available to clients on weekends.
Requirements: All applicants go through an interview and training process. Volunteers are then matched with programs based on the needs of ErinoakKids and the volunteer’s interests. Volunteers must be 14 years of age or older and must attend a volunteer orientation session, complete an application package, provide immunization information, attend an individual screening interview, and provide two written reference letters. Length of time required: At least one program or special event or 40 hours of service.
Epilepsy Mississauga
Position: Kids on the Block Puppeteer
Address: 3034 Palstan Rd., Suite M4, Mississauga
Email: Trideout@epilepsymississauga.com
Website: http://www.epilepsymississauga.com/index.html
What they do: Epilepsy Mississauga is a non-profit, non-governmental health organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people living with and affected by epilepsy and seizure disorders.
What you’ll do: Perform puppet shows and education presentations to grade 1 to 3 students.
Requirements: Interest in working with children, comfortable performing in front of large groups and the ability to memorize lines. Length of time required: Initial training is 3 hours.
Eclypse Youth Resource and Activity Centre
Position: Youth Advisory member
Address: Bramalea City Centre, Brampton
Phone: 905-790-7707
Email: eclypse@on.aibn.com
Website: http://www.rapportyouth.com/eclypse.html
What they do: Youth employment, resource and activity centre for people aged 15 to 30 years.
What you’ll do: Once a month, members will meet to give their input into our organization from fundraising to day-to-day activities.
Requirements: Outgoing, self-motivated, willing to give a 1-year commitment. Length of time required: 1 hour per month.
Eclypse Youth Resource and Activity Centre
Position: Student Volunteer
Address: Clark Blvd. and West Drive, Brampton
Phone: 905-790-7707
Website: http://www.rapportyouth.com/eclypse.html
What they do: Rapport Rapport Youth & Family Services provides counselling and support services to youth and their families in Peel Region.
What they’ll do: As a volunteer you can get involved at our youth drop-in centre in Brampton, called ECLYPSE. There are various activities at the centre to participate in.
Requirements: Committed, enthusiastic and open-minded.
The City of Mississauga Safe Driving Committee
Position: Student Speed Watch Program team member
Address: Mississauga
Phone: 905-615-3200 ext. 5426
Email: karinann.brent@city.mississauga.on.ca
Website: http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/cityhall/roadsafetymississauga
What they do: The City of Mississauga Safe Driving Committee is an advisory committee of the city council that deals with safe driving behaviour and related issues.
What you’ll do: Under the supervision of adult participant(s) (volunteer(s) from the Parent Council Group affiliated with your school) your Student Speed Watch Program Team will use self-contained radar equipment with an electronic message board to monitor and chart the operating speed of vehicles travelling past your chosen project site. The display of this information provides awareness to the subject drivers and will provide useful information to the City's Traffic Operations staff, Peel Regional Police and the Safe Driving Committee, through completion of a Student Speed Watch project report form.
Requirements: Cooperation with a team.
Brampton YMCA
Position: Program Volunteer
Address: 20 Union Street, Brampton
Phone: 416-413-1020 x2040
Email: volunteering@ymcagta.org
Website: http://www.ymcagta.org/en/health-fitness-rec/our-fitness-rec-ctr/brampton
What they do: The YMCA is a charitable organization. The YMCA offers fitness classes and programs, aquatic activities and child care programs.
What you’ll do: Interact with members and assist staff instructors.
Requirements: Positive, enthusiastic attitude and interested in fitness.
The Brampton Safe City Association
Position: Y.E.S. (Youth Education and Safety) Team Member
Address: 150 Central Park Drive, Suite #019, Brampton
Phone: 905-793-5484
Email: safecity@brampton.ca
What they do: The Brampton Safe City Association provides a network for Brampton residents, businesses, youth clubs, schools, community groups, public agencies, neighbourhoods and the Peel Regional Police to unite in a common goal: to make Brampton the safest city in Canada.
What you’ll do: Attend safety oriented training sessions once a week, organize your own youth event or activity, and promote crime prevention in the community.
Requirements: Good people skills, ability to work in a team, organization and planning skills. Length of time required: 50-60 hours.
Brampton Neighborhood Resource Centre
Position: Administrative Volunteer
Address: 50 Kennedy Rd. and 168 Kennedy Rd., Brampton
Phone: 905-452-1262
Email: info@bnrc.org
Website: http://bnrc.org/
What they do: BNRC provides programs and services for community seniors, parents and children, young moms, newcomers to Canada and preschoolers.
What you’ll do: The qualified candidates will perform a variety of reception duties including answering phones, faxing, photocopying, internet searches, and occasional communications to various agencies.
Requirements: Good people skills, clear and effective communication skills, ability to work in a team environment as well as independently, organized, dedicated, and maturity to deal with confidential information.
ALS Society of Ontario's WALK for ALS
Position: Event Volunteer
Address: Mississauga/Brampton
Phone: 416-227-2252
Email: louise@alsont.ca
Website: http://www.alsont.ca/
What they do: Help in the fight against ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) by volunteering and/or participating in the annual WALK for ALS
What you’ll do: There are many roles to fill the day of the event and may change throughout the day. Your role may include the following areas: Set-up/Take down Run the refreshment/food stands Registration.
Requirements: good communication skills and a friendly team playing attitude.
Aga-ming Optimist Youth Camp Foundation
Position: Webmaster
Address: Mississauga
Phone: 905-625-8884
Email: tonysteddy@medi-air.com
What they do: This charity organization helps people with MCS and extreme allergies. We will also be changing our name to The Canadian MCS Foundation in the near future.
What you’ll do: The volunteers will have an opportunity to create a website that will be linked to MCS-international.org
Requirements: Web site building (www.1and1.co.uk), site management, chat, and links. Length of time required: 40 hours.
Conservation Youth Corps (CYC)
Position: CYC Volunteer
Address: Mississauga/Brampton/Caledon
Phone: 905-670-1615 ext. 441
Email: sverge@creditvalleyca.ca
Website: http://www.creditvalleyca.ca/cyc/
What they do: CYC is a program of Credit Valley Conservation. This is a youth oriented program that offers week-long volunteer work terms each week of the summer.
What you’ll do: Volunteers will be planting trees, building fish and wildlife habitats, promoting biodiversity all while learning about conservation and the environment.
Requirements: Nothing specific - but a good attitude and a willingness to work and learn are a must.. Length of time required: 1 week.
Habitat for Humanity Brampton
Position: Volunteer
Address: 268 Rutherford Rd S Unit #3, Brampton
Phone: 905-455-0883 ext. 223
Email: iman@habitatbrampton.com
Website: http://www.habitatbrampton.com/
What they do: Habitat for Humanity Brampton’s mission is to mobilize volunteers and community partners in building affordable housing and promoting home ownership as a means to breaking the cycle of poverty. We create a dynamic community from the efforts, hearts, and minds of volunteers, corporate partners, government contributors, social organizations, and staff.
What you’ll do: Customer service, store organization, product assembly and testing, product pricing, product receiving and shipping.
Requirements: Volunteers must be flexible and willing to learn new skills. Length of time required: 4 hours per week.
Sheridan Villa Long Term Care Centre
Position: Activation Assistant
Address: 2460 Truscott Drive, Mississauga
Phone: 905-791-8668, ext. 2903
Email: christiane.maris@peelregion.ca
Website: http://www.peelregion.ca/ltc/sheridan/
What they do: Long Term Care Centre – We are home to over 100 residents
What you’ll do: Assist with programs such as bingo, happy hour and outings.
Requirements: a desire to work with seniors who may have cognitive impairments. Caring and patient individuals who are interested in making a difference in the lives of residents. Good communication and listening skills. Length of time required: 60 hours.
South Asians For Life
Position: Event, marketing and planning volunteer
Address: GTA
Phone: 647-367-4406
Email: soumo.m@gmail.com
What they do: South Asians for Life (SA4L) is a non-profit collective with the purpose of promoting the health and well-being, primarily within (but not restricted to) the underserved South Asian community. We work closely with many groups notably, Canadian Blood Services (One Match) and are completely non-partisan. Our group grew as a result of one of our friends who was diagnosed with leukemia and needed to find a stem cell donor. Our efforts were successful in grossly increasing the South Asian component of Canada's stem cell registry. A match for our friend was found. Our current focus is to raise awareness and reverse the shortage of stem cell/bone marrow potential donors in Canada's donor registry, primarily the under-represented segments.
What you’ll do: We offer various roles for volunteering including: Event help/marketing/planning/co-ordinating. Organizing a successful event of any scale requires both logistical and strategic planning, Your thoughts on what would make the event a success would be useful, your experience in recruiting volunteers would be an asset, and your out-going personality would be vital in speaking to the public about our cause. Actual events require promotion (flyers, emails, radio spots etc.) that, must be carefully crafted and tailored to the specific market, as well as setting up and staffing booths. We host periodic meetings where we gather input and make decisions; again, your thoughts will be welcome.
Volunteering Peel
Position: Volunteer
Address: GTA
Email: info@volunteeringpeel.org
Website: http://www.volunteeringpeel.org/
What they do: Volunteering Peel is a student-run organization that collaborates with a number of community groups and event organizers in the GTA to provide students throughout the region with opportunities to help out at a variety of events.
What you’ll do: Volunteering Peel is a versatile organization offering students a chance to sign up for a variety of event ranging from marathons to festivals.
Salvation Army Thrift Store
Position: Volunteer
Address: Mississauga/Brampton
Website: http://www.salvationarmy.ca/
What they do: The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and everyday in 400 communities across Canada and more than 120 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, provides shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction.
What you’ll do: Volunteers are needed to assist in sorting clothes, accessories, books, household items, etc, stocking the store and setting up displays.
Requirements: responsible, positive attitude, excellent people skills, follow directions, good communication skills, hardworking and energetic.
Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee (MCAC)
Position: Bicycle Ambassador
Address: Local trails, Mississauga
Email: craiglaferiere@yahoo.ca
What they do: The MCAC works with the City of Mississauga to improve and promote cycling in Mississauga.
What you’ll do: Ride your local trails every week and report any repairs that are needed, or other problems, to Mississauga Parks and Recreation.
Narrow Road Athletics
Position: Children’s Basketball Coach
Address: Mississauga
Website: http://narrowroadathletics.com/home.html
What they do: Narrow Road Athletics is a Christian Athletic Program for girls & boys ages four to seven that seeks to “train a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not part from it” (Proverbs 22:6). We teach life skills to children using their participation in sports as a magnet. Narrow Road Athletics operates a highly organized Fundamental Basketball Development Program as we simultaneously teach the word of God.
What you’ll do: Narrow Road Athletics is a Christian Athletic Program for girls & boys ages four to seven that seeks to “train a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not part from it” (Proverbs 22:6). We teach life skills to children using their participation in sports as a magnet. Narrow Road Athletics operates a highly organized Fundamental Basketball Development Program as we simultaneously teach the word of God.
Requirements: Love for the game of Basketball, Love for working with young children, Able to follow through with a commitment.
REACHOUT COMMITTEE
Position: Youth Volunteer
Address: Mississauga
Website: http://narrowroadathletics.com/home.html
What they do: Narrow Road Athletics is a Christian Athletic Program for girls & boys ages four to seven that seeks to “train a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not part from it” (Proverbs 22:6). We teach life skills to children using their participation in sports as a magnet. Narrow Road Athletics operates a highly organized Fundamental Basketball Development Program as we simultaneously teach the word of God.
What you’ll do: Teach basketball, plan a practice, work with children and other coaches.
Requirements: Love for the game of Basketball, love for working with young children, able to follow through with a commitment.
STREAM Education Learning Programs Inc.
Position: Classroom Buddies
Address: Mississauga/Brampton
Email: info@streamedu.com
Website: http://streamedu.com/index.html
What they do: A not-for-profit organization promoting interest in science for students in Grade 1 to 8 through activity and experience based learning.
What you’ll do: Assist students in conducting science experiments and / or children supervision during excursions.
Requirements: Children friendly Science enthusiast Creative Mentoring skills. Length of time required: 1 to 2 hours per week.
Swar Sadhana Music Lovers Club (SSMLC)
Position: Volunteers for the Navratri & Diwali Festivals
Address: Ontario Soccer Centre, Vaughan
Phone: 647.308.0157
Email: info@swarsadhanamusicloversclub.com
Website: http://www.swarsadhanamusicloversclub.com/
What they do: SSMLC is a registered not-for-profit organization based in Brampton, Ontario. It is highly motivated in the development of local talent and provide quality platform to showcase hidden talent within our community. We host and organize 8 to 10 theatre shows, cultural festivals, and many other educational and community development programs each year across GTA.
What you’ll do: As a Volunteer you will require 3 major activities: 1. Kids Play Area Management (Manage Kids activities in rotations), 2. Food Stall Management (Prepare and serve food as required), 3. Information Desk/Door (Ticket Sale/Stamping during the events).
Requirements: You should be at least 15 years of age and eligible for Volunteer hours with good communication skills
Breakfast With Santa Foundation
Position: Lunchroom attendant
Address: Mississauga
Email: b.w.s.unique@sympatico.ca
Website: http://www.breakfastwithsantainfo.ca/
What they do: Non-profit Registered Charity #878867126RR0001 delivering Summer Breakfast Program (July & August) to children who ordinarily depend on school breakfast programs during school year for their daily nutrition. Delivering Christmas Breakfasts to children and families who otherwise will not have the opportunity to experience the magic of Christmas celebrations.
What you’ll do: Assist with setting up breakfast room, assist with clean up, assist supervisor with breakfast room activities.
Requirements: Willing to take direction in a positive and productive manner. Commitment. Enthusiasm. Interpersonal communication skills.
The Ripple Effect Wellness Organization
Position: Health Mela Voluntee
Address: Pearson Convention Centre, Mississauga
Email: youth@trewo.org
Website: http://www.trewo.org/
What they do: The Ripple Effect Wellness Organization (TREWO) is a registered Canadian charity dedicated to educating and empowering Canadians to lead healthy lives through proactive decision making. We recognize that the mosaic of Canada’s diversity requires customized care at the community level. As we celebrate our cultural medley, we also need to care about communities at risk for certain diseases: South Asians and Afro-Canadians for diabetes and high cholesterol and Caucasians for multiple sclerosis etc. Our mission is to create healthy communities by educating Canadians on how to prevent and address health issues.
What you’ll do: Assist in the set up of the venue. Assist team leads during the event to coordinate the program of events. Work with other members of your groups at allocated booths Assist attendees at entrance and exit with event information Attend health information sessions, seminars and booths Assist in TREWO youth program development Welcome booth and ticket booth Greeters Parking Assistants
Requirements: High School Student Organization skills Team building skills Leadership skills Able to work teams of various sizes Punctual Dedicated Highly motivated individual.
Sexual Assault Rape Crisis Centre of Peel
Position: Crisis Line Volunteer Counselor
Address: Peel Region
Phone: 905-273-3337, ext. 31
Email: crisislinemanager@sarccp.org
Website: http://sarccp.weebly.com/
What they do: The Sexual Assault Rape Crisis Centre of Peel is a community based organization of women working with women who have been affected by sexual violence and other forms of oppression. We work form an integrated anti-racist feminist framework that embraces inclusiveness, diversity and equity for all women. Our services include a 24-hour crisis line, individual and group counselling, psycho-educational workshops, public education, accompaniments to hospitals for recent sexual assault, court, police and healthy sexuality clinics.
What you’ll do: The Sexual Assault Rape Crisis Centre of Peel is looking for female volunteers, 18 years and older to provide crisis intervention on our 24-hour crisis line. Evening and weekend shifts are available. Volunteers can take the line from their place of residence.
Requirements: You must be reliable, committed, a problem-solver, willing and committed to ending sexual violence, and a flexible schedule. Length of time required: a commitment of 1 year (16 hours a month in crisis line shifts).
Julie's & Joe's Clothes
Position: J&J Fundraising Team
Address: Mississauga
Email: julies.and.joes.clothes@gmail.com
Website: http://jandjclothes.com/
What they do: Registered non-profit organization raising money for giving deserving students the ideal prom while raising awareness and providing resources for various issues effecting high school students.
What you’ll do: Fundraising event activities, as well as Powerpoint presentations and even playing games to complete your 40 hours.
Requirements: Enthusiasm, a positive attitude and commitment. Leadership experience is a plus, but all volunteers will be trained.
Top Educational Advantages Corp.
Position: Tutoring/Teaching, Classroom Assistant
Address: Mississauga/Etobicoke
Email: volunteers@utopeducation.com
Website: http://utopeducation.com/default.aspx
What they do: A not-for-profit organization promoting interest in Mathematics, Science, English and Mandarin for students in Grade 1 to 12 through activity and experience based learning.
What you’ll do: Tutoring/Teaching assist lower grade students who interest in Science, Mathematics, Mandarin, English, Music, Art; And for new comer students who need help for English. Classroom Assistants will assist, help and supervise the students in the club/camp.
Requirements: You could use any of the skills listed hereafter to in a volunteer role with us: Children friendly, Mathematics, Science, Physics, Chemistry, English, Mandarin, Music, Art, Event planning, Volunteer coordination, One-to-one/group support and Presentation skills. Length of time required: 1 to 7 hours per week.
Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada (CCFC) and M&M Meat Shops
Position: M&M Charity BBQ Day Volunteer
Address: Any of the 8 M&M Meat Shops in Mississauga
Phone: 905-828-9867
Website: http://www.charitybbqday.com/home.asp
What they do: National non-profit research and education foundation.
What you’ll do: Greet donors; serve burgers/hotdogs/beverage and chips to donors; setup and take down; keep serving area tidy and clean; take cash; keep condiments and drink containers full.
Requirements: None, will be trained at the M&M Meat Shop by CCFC volunteer captain.
Animal Aid Foundation
Position: Book Sale Event Volunteer
Phone: (905) 990-PETS(7387)
Email: pina@animalaidfoundation.ca
Website: http://animalaidfoundation.ca/new/index.php
What they do: Animal Aid Foundation is a volunteer-based, community-based organization whose mission is to address the issue of animal overpopulation and homeless pets by financially supporting the veterinary medical care programs of local animal charities. The Foundation does not have paid staff and does not receive government funding. It raises money through community fundraising events and relies on volunteer contributions, public donations and corporate support.
What you’ll do: The Animal Aid Foundation Read For Pets® Charity Used Book Sale is the Foundation’s signature special event and one of the fastest growing events in Peel Region. The June 4th sale will take place in Centre Plaza in Streetsville (between Tim Hortons and Gino’s Pizza), during the Bread and Honey Festival. Students have a choice of helping to organize the event the night before, set up the event the day of, volunteering during the event and helping to clean up afterwards, both at the event site and the following day at our storage facility. This event appeals to both male and female students.
Requirements: You must be responsible, able to follow directions, energetic, hard-working, outgoing and articulate.
UCMAS Mental Math-Heartland
Position: Teacher's Assistant
Address: Mavis/Britannia, Mississauga
Email: young_gurus@ucmas.ca
Website: http://www.ucmas.caa
What they do: A unique method of teaching math that focuses on improving concentration in students.
What you’ll do: Assist students with their work, mark student workbooks, supervise students in the break room.
Requirements: Approachable personality to work with students ranging in age from 4 -13 years. Dependable and a fast learner. Length of time required: 2 hours per week.
Mississauga Marathon
Position: Event Volunteer
Address: Within several areas of The City of Mississauga
Email: info@mississaugamarathon.com
Website: www.mississaugamarathon.com/individuals.shtml
What they do: In its Ninth year, the Mississauga Marathon is a run that encompasses much of Mississauga's beauty. We offer a run for everyone! This includes the 10K Run/Walk, 10K Student Relay and "The Hazel" 5K Run which will all take place on Saturday, May 5th and the Marathon, Petrillo Law Corporate/Team Relay, Half Marathon and 2K Fun Run/Walk held on Sunday, May 6th, 2012.
What you’ll do: Kit Stuffing – Wednesday, May 2nd from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Runner’s Expo (Race Kit Pickup) – Friday, May 4th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and 2:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Course Marshals – Saturday, May 5th from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM & Sunday, May 6th from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Requirements: Every year dedicated volunteers help make the race experience for participants of the Mississauga Marathon memorable and enjoyable. With the help of over 1,500 volunteers in 2011, we executed a well organized, fun-filled race weekend that received accolades from many of our runners. We need your commitment again in 2012! We are hoping to receive the same number of volunteers as we prepare for the 2012 Mississauga Marathon. All are welcome to volunteer, but anyone 12 years of age or under requires an adult to accompany them. Anyone under the age of 18 must have parent/guardian written permission. Additionally, we encourage those under the age of 18 to buddy-up with a friend.
