Volunteer Listings

Join our team of volunteers as we show the movie "Elf" on campus to students, staff, and families.

Volunteer roles include:

• event set-up & tear down
• on-campus promotion
• making & selling popcorn & candy
• sorting food donations

Campus to Community and Green Venture are hosting a Zero Waste Gift Swap. Volunteers are needed on December 5, 2019 from 9:00am-4:00pm. Volunteers can choose to volunteer from 9:00-12:00, 12:00-4:00, or all day with a half hour break.

Volunteers will be needed to receive, sort and display donations prior to the swap starting, facilitate the swap during the hours of 12:00-2:00, and then sort and package leftover donations for distribution to community partners after the event ends. A light lunch will be provided.

CityKidz is a non-profit, Christian organization dedicated to increasing resiliency and inspiring big dreams for Canadian children living in low-income communities by providing inspirational experiences and nurturing personal relationships, one child at a time.

Volunteer Opportunities:
There are so many different ways you can be part of changing children’s lives! Opportunities include (but are not limited to):
-KinderKidz Saturday* (Ages 3-5)
-CityKidz Saturday (Ages 6-12)
-CityYouth Mentor (Ages 13-16)
-Bus Driver
-First Aid Attendant
-Administration/Support
- Events/Fundraising

Campus to Community is hosting its 4th Annual Food and Toy Drive, supporting Neighbour to Neighbour and Eva Rothwell Centre.

We are looking for volunteers to assist in set up and tear down of hallway booths , engaging other students in activities and accepting donations.

The hallway booths will be hosted every Wednesday at Mohawk College from 11 am- 1 pm.

Children's Holiday Party in the David Braley Athletic & Recreation Centre - Event runs on December 7, 2019 from 9:30 am - 3:00 pm. Volunteers can either do the morning shift which will conclude around noon, the afternoon shift starting at noon until approximately 3:30pm, or the entire day.

Volunteers will be responsible to assisting with set-up, decorations and clean up, overseeing inflatable bouncy castles to ensure the correct number of children are in the play structure, timing jump times, and reporting any unsafe activity.

Wellness Hamilton is looking for Canadian music for radio content. It should include a brief description of the group as song title, relevance, writers/ players, duration (no longer than 5 minutes), You tube links and website. We are offering a radio airplay + possible interview.

YWCA Hamilton offers a wide variety of programming for children age 4-15. All programs offer participants a safe place to be active, healthy and make new friends. Programs include children’s summer camps and after school programs.

Volunteers will provide leadership and assist staff in implementing the programs, ensuring the girls are safe and engaged in unique, valuable, curriculum-based programs. They will foster healthy relationships and engage with child and youth participants in a positive manner.

• Weekdays (2:30-5:30 approx.)

The Canadian Red Cross Society, a non-profit, humanitarian organization dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most vulnerable throughout the world, is seeking a Transportation Volunteer Driver. Reporting to the Transportation Assistant Manager, the Transportation Volunteer Driver, will provide Transportation services to and from various appointments for seniors and individuals with physical mobility difficulties who are unable to use public transportation.

Student Life, in collaboration with campus partners, is hosting International Education Week at Mohawk College. We are looking for volunteers to assist with the following:
- Facilitating games and activities
- Encouraging students and staff to participate in the photo contest and world map
- Set up and tear down of our daily events

Habitat for Humanity is looking for volunteers for handing out candy and collecting donations on Halloween at Eastgate Square.

Join our team of volunteers at Eva Rothwell Centre as we facilitate a physical literacy program with kids!

When: Monday November 4th from 3:00-6:00pm

Where: Eva Rothwell Centre. Transportation provided from Fennell Campus (meet in Student Life- room R203)

What: Yoga with Kids!

Wesley EarlyON Child & Family Centre - 155 Queen Street, North is currently seeking 4-5 volunteers to help with the cleaning and organization of our storage.

The position will take place over the course of 10 day, 4-5 hour each day. Cleaning and lifting will be required. Free coffee and pizza lunch will be provided.

Tutors are needed at Hamilton Literacy Council to teach English speaking adults basic reading, writing, math and/or computer skills.

Orientation: November 13, 2019 at 1:00 pm OR 6:00 pm

Workshop: November 23 and November 30, 2019 (Attendance Mandatory)

Campus to Community is looking for volunteers to support Special Olympics Hamilton with an upcoming floor hockey tournament.

Date: Saturday November 30, 2019

Location: Cathedral High School, 30 Wentworth Street North, Hamilton, Ontario

Time: 8:00 am-4:00 pm

We require score keepers and helpers to hand out lunches.

**ALL volunteers must have a criminal reference check completed prior to the event**

Please contact Sarah Turner at: SOH Floor Hockey Tournament Volunteers

Campus to Community along with Wesley Urban Ministries is looking for volunteers to help out with newcomers to Canada.

Each week, students meet at Wesley to engage with newcomers to help them learn English and feel comfortable in speaking the language through conversation and companionship. This is done through games and activities.

We will meet every Tuesday at Wesley Urban Ministries from 3:00-4:30 PM.

Wellness Hamilton is looking for volunteers for music video editing during their Christmas show.

We are doing a Christmas show that comprises of songs, we need volunteers for:

• Create simple but effective videos for the music.
• Simple Music video for pop song with cool special effects.

The job can be done work from home. Letter of recommendation and possible future part-time job will be available.

Wellness Hamilton is looking for for community musicians and singers for a diverse audience at their Christmas Show.

• Jazz Players- Middle of the road,
• Sax and Horn Players
• Singers: Christmas carols and two simple songs.

Please email an mp3 if you have one.

Availability: Needs to be available for few rehearsals(TBD) AND on November 24, 2019 from 3:30- 9:30 pm

Green Venture is a Hamilton-based non-profit environmental organization.  Green Venture engages students and the community to live more sustainably and provides environmental services and outreach programs that create a greener, healthier community. Green Venture operates EcoHouse in Stoney Creek - a 1850s farmhouse on 2 acres of property containing a variety of eco-demonstrations and gardens.

Do you enjoy being outdoors and working with your hands?

Visit the EcoHouse! There are a lot of things that need to be done before winter arrives and you can help! We will be weeding, planting and mulching to tuck in the plants until next spring.

Empowerment Squared is a Canadian charity that works with you and communities to effect sustainable change through education, social development, and lifelong learning opportunities. They aim to empower less privileged communities through academic mentoring for youth and young adults, information literacy, leadership development, and supervised access to sports and recreation opportunities.

Academic Mentoring for Elementary & High School:

Join a team of tutors that provide students with mentoring and tutoring for academic success in preparation for a pathway to post-secondary education.

Wellness Hamilton is looking for volunteers for various roles:

• Looking for help in marketing, promotion and press release:Flexible availability

• Looking for CREATIVE, INITIATIVE TAKING student to help with upcoming show.
  Managing people, helping with creative ideas, keeping logs and handling calls.
  Brainstorming, preparing and manifesting program at night.
  Work from home and small meetings.
  For this position: Student must be available on November 24, from 2:00-9:30 pm.
  Letter of Reference will be available upon request.

The Canadian Red Cross Society, a non-profit, humanitarian organization dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most vulnerable throughout the world, is seeking a Human Resources Assistant Volunteer for the People Service HR department. Reporting to the Client Services Representative - Tier 1, Shared Services, the Human Resources Assistant Volunteer will play a key role in the launch of this new operating model within Human Resources.
Key Responsibilities
• Customer Service: Act as the first line of support for current and prospective Canadian Red Cross Society (CRC) employees in resolving a wide variety of HR inquiries and requests – actively triaging, resolving, and/or escalating each item as defined by service level agreements.
• Recruitment: Effectively support the recruitment process for assigned positions including interviews, reference checks, posting roles, generating offer letters, closing requisitions and troubleshooting any user issues with our current Applicant Tracking System - Taleo.
• On boarding: Coordinate the on boarding packages, complete background checks, and ensure a smooth transition for employees joining the CRC.
• Off boarding: Support the off boarding process including necessary paperwork, exit interviews & ensuring a smooth transition for employees exiting the CRC.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
The minimum qualifications for this position are the completion of a college diploma from a recognized institution, with a concentration in Human Resources, Office Administration (or a related field), and/or a minimum of 1-2 years of job related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Abilities and Skills:
Superior customer service & attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong data entry skills, as well as the ability to understand detailed information.
• Proven ability to remain organized, prioritized, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment, while managing time effectively.
• Effective problem solving skills, and the ability to take initiative.
• Assets
• Experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Experience with administration of online learning software.
• Bilingual (English/French).
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Working Conditions:
• Flexible Schedule, Monday to Friday
• The majority of the work is performed in an office environment.
This position also requires a satisfactory Canadian criminal record & reference check.

YWCA Hamilton is looking for volunteers to assist them with Good Beginnings program. Good Beginnings is a volunteer assistance program available for mothers in Hamilton and the surrounding area with infants younger than six months of age. The program provides free in-home support for mothers to help them cope with the challenges of having a new baby, and/or for women who are at risk of postpartum depression.

The program involves weekly in-home visits from a trained (female) volunteer who can effectively support mothers for the first six months post-partum. Weekly visits, 2-3hrs plus travel time, flexible schedule (no evenings or weekends)

YWCA Hamilton is looking for volunteers who are available to assist with serving food to seniors at their Thanksgiving & holiday Luncheons. Volunteers can expect to help with setting tables, serving food/tea/coffee and clearing tables at end of meal.

There are two upcoming luncheon dates:
• Thursday October 10 from 12:30-3:15pm
• Saturday December 14 from 12:30-3:15pm

YWCA Hamilton’s street team attends festivals and events in the community to help spread the word about our awesome programs and services.
Volunteers represent YWCA Hamilton at appearances on the street, at events, concerts, festivals, and fairs. You will tell YWCA Hamilton’s story in a way that engages potential clients, donors, or members.

Once volunteers are on the street team roster, they will get a monthly email with upcoming events that they can choose to attend based on their schedule.

Shifts are flexible and include daytime, evening, and weekend opportunities.

The Canadian Red Cross Society, a non-profit, humanitarian organization dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most vulnerable throughout the world, has volunteer positions available as part of the Communications Volunteer Team. Reporting to the Communications Lead Volunteer, the Public Relations Team Member will volunteer to help promote the Canadian Red Cross and its programs and services through engagement with media and developing content.

Responsibilities could include:
Act as a spokesperson in times of disaster and/or facilitate local media requests (key messaging provided).
Positions the Canadian Red Cross as the charity of choice during fundraising appeals
Research, write and edit stories to promote the work of the Canadian Red Cross at the local level
Supports the Communications Department with media training
Create audio-visual content for use on social media locally and provincially
Support promotion of Red Cross activities through social media
Proactively pitches story ideas to the media to promote Red Cross services and programs
Participates with proactive media pitches locally to garner media coverage for Red Cross in their region
Works with Emergency Management department to gather content during appeals or when profiling local Red Cross volunteers
Performs other duties, as required

At AGE-ON we offer an iPad Training Program for Older Adults. The Program is 6 weeks long and runs once a week for 2 hours. It is a classroom-style learning environment, which offers 1:1 assistance from a mentor/volunteer. Volunteers are vital to the program and can expect to work very closely with 1 or 2 participants.

These sessions take place in Hamilton. We offer general references, reference letters and skills endorsements on LinkedIn upon completion of volunteering.

We have upcoming spots available for our October/November sessions.

The Canadian Red Cross Society, a non-profit, humanitarian organization dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most vulnerable throughout the world, is seeking a Transportation Volunteer Driver. Reporting to the Transportation Assistant Manager, the Transportation Volunteer Driver, will provide Transportation services to and from various appointments for seniors and individuals with physical mobility difficulties who are unable to use public transportation.

Become part of a student-led social enterprise on campus and join the Enactus global network!

We’re a team of entrepreneurial leaders passionate about advancing the economic, social and environmental health of our local community; one project at a time.

Be an agent of change, empower your local community and create a positive impact, all while building your network and gaining valuable experience!

Postering volunteers will post event and campus information throughout the campus at pre-designated postering locations. Volunteers will ensure postering guidelines are correct and that postings are maintained neatly and maintained by date.

Barton Village Business Improvement area is looking for volunteers to help out for different events.

Help us prepare the Barton Remembers Project - we are looking to research information on some of the sacrifices made through the first two world wars and create a walking tour along Barton where participants can walk along reading memories and stories.