A positive volunteer experience is our first priority. Whether you are volunteering with Mohawk or a community group, we encourage you to do your due diligence and ask the following questions before getting involved:
- What health and safety protocols are put in place to protect volunteers?
- How will I receive training for this volunteer role?
- Who will be my direct supervisor? Who can I contact if I have questions or concerns and my supervisor is unavailable?
Only Mohawk College volunteer and Leadership listings will be prioritized and promoted. Community listings will be limited until further notice.
Disclaimer: External organizations listed on this site are not always affiliated with Mohawk College. Volunteers should visit community organization websites to learn more about them. Volunteers should never send money or banking information to these organizations.
All volunteer positions listed are eligible for credit on your Co-Curricular Record (CCR). To learn more, visit www.mohawkcollege.ca/ccr
We connect food-insecure families to free groceries and meals. We do this with people power (volunteers) who accept food donations, pack boxes, display produce, unload the truck, break down cardboard - the many facets of providing rescued food to people in need. Volunteers commit a consistent once-weekly shift of [...] Want to get involved in your community in a fun and rewarding way? Smilezone Foundation is looking for friendly volunteers to sell 50/50 tickets at the Toronto Rock 50/50 home games! Help raise funds for our mission while enjoying the game and connecting with others.
As a registered charity in [...] When: December 12, 2026 - April 24, 2027
Address: TD Coliseum, York Boulevard, Hamilton, ON, Canada Folk Canada Conference Volunteers
Calling All Music Lovers!
Folk Canada is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make the Folk Canada Conference a success. If you're passionate about music and community, we'd love to have you join us in Hamilton, Ontario in October!
Volunteers are required to:
Attend a mandatory online orientation [...] When: October 14 - 18 (2026)
Address: Sheraton Hamilton Hotel, King Street West, Hamilton, ON, Canada, Canada Autism Dog Services - Foster Puppy Raiser
Foster puppy raisers care for a puppy in their home and are responsible for training and socializing the puppy on its path to become a service dog. Attendance at training classes and scheduled veterinary visits is required. Food, vet care and most equipment [...] Want to gain a reliable reference? Looking to earn volunteer hours and build your resume? Want to make new friends and make a meaningful difference in your community? Then this opportunity is for you!
The Toronto International BuskerFest & Bark in the Park TO is North America’s largest street-performing festival, [...] Rise and DEFY Workshop Series
Grow your business with the Mohawk College Centre for Entrepreneurship's RISE & DEFY Workshop Series—a free monthly online workshop featuring experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts sharing practical strategies, actionable insights, and tools to help you start, grow, and scale your business with confidence.
Workshops take place [...] When: Sept 24, Oct 15, Oct 22, Nov 26, Jan 27, Feb 24, March 11, March 24.
Building your Business in the Trades
Starting October, we will be hosting 5 workshops, 1/month for Trades Students as a Lunch and Learn, to attend, enjoy a free pizza lunch and learn about an established Trades Entrepreneurs journey into Entrepreneurship.
Watch for upcoming workshops in 2026/2027: October 27, November 24, January [...] When: October 27, November 24 (2026)
January 26, February 23, and March 23 (2027
Surge Mentorship Program
This happens Fall/Winter/Spring Semester students can take part in 7 weeks of Mentoring from an Established community mentor.
Find out more information: https://entrepreneurship.mohawkcollege.ca/surge/
Join Surge: Build your Business Bootcamp - 6 Part Series
Ready to kickstart your business? Dive into Build your Business Bootcamp Bootcamp, 6 Week Series with us in person for a free lunch and learn! These hands-on sessions will help you map out your business ideas, spot key opportunities, and [...] When: October 7, 21 & 28
November 4, 11, 18
CityKidz - Multiple Volunteer Roles Available
About CityKidz:
CityKidz is a dynamic faith-based organization dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk children. We exist to increase resiliency and inspire big dreams for Canadian children living in low-income communities by providing inspirational experiences and nurturing personal relationships, one child at a time. [...] Start2Finish - Virtual Coachand Mentor
A S2F Virtual Coach plays a significant role in encouraging children weekly to achieve positive change physically, mentally, and emotionally through fitness and literacy. Coaches help build confidence and motivation within children, while reducing learning gaps and developing a lifelong love of learning.
Junior Coach Program [...] Start2Finish Running & Reading Club Mentor/Coach
Join the fun and make a lasting difference with the Start2Finish Running & Reading Club—an engaging after-school program that supports literacy, healthy active living, and play for children ages 6–13 (Grades 1–6).
With just two hours one afternoon a week, you’ll build meaningful connections while [...] When: September 21 - December 14 (2026)
Mohawk Sustainability Green Team
The Green Team is a group of student volunteers with a collective interest in sustainability initiatives at Mohawk, promoting greener actions and learning about a variety of sustainability topics along the way.
Under the supervision of the Mohawk Sustainability department, training and support is provided so Green [...] When: Various shifts available
Address: 135 Fennell Ave West, Canada L9C0E5 Supercrawl 2026 - September 11 - 13
We are looking for volunteers for our Supercrawl: Hamiltons Music + Arts Festival. The award-winning multi-arts event, presented by TD Bank Group, will take place September 11-13, 2026 along James Street North in downtown Hamilton, Ontario. Supercrawl is Hamilton’s premier multi-arts festival, fusing [...] The Humane Choices Campus Ambassador Program is building a national network of student leaders who turn their campuses into hubs for food systems education, animal welfare awareness, and environmental advocacy.
This is not a passive volunteer role. Ambassadors are the public face of the Foundation on their campus. You will [...] When: September 2026 - March 2027
Telling Tales Volunteers Needed
Telling Tales is proud to connect children with authors, illustrators, and storytellers through our signature events, school, and community programs.
Join the Telling Tales team and help us bring our festival to life!
Volunteer Roles:
Festival Set-Up & Take-Down Volunteer
Event Photographer
Creativity Partner Volunteer
Check-In Volunteer
Bussing [...] Big Brothers Big Sisters Serving Grand Erie, Halton and Hamilton is seeking enthusiastic volunteer mentors to support elementary-aged youth through our school-based group mentoring programs.
As a Group Mentor, you will work alongside other volunteers to facilitate engaging activities and meaningful discussions that help youth build confidence, social skills, healthy [...] When: October 5 - December 4 (2026)
Enroll in this free online course to learn how you can help to shift our campus culture to one of respect and consent, and to create a community free of sexual violence. Students who complete this module have an increased understanding of sexual violence, consent, bystander intervention, and supporting [...]