Organisme : Twice Upon a Time

We are seeking a secretary to join the Board of Directors of Twice Upon a Time. Twice Upon a Time is a charitable organization that gives free books to children in the Ottawa area. See our website at www.twiceuponatime.ca

Details of the position:

The Secretary is a member of the Executive of the Board of Directors and is a required position according to the bylaws. The secretary supports the President and Vice-President in organizing meetings, keeping minutes and supporting the activities of the Board.

Duties and Responsibilities:
● Call board meetings
● Prepare board meeting agendas, including monitoring and saving board member email conversations for items to add to agenda, uploading documents of interest, and ensuring agenda is prepared at a minimum of 48 hours prior to board meeting
● Take board meeting minutes, and save draft minutes in appropriate folder on Google Drive
● Ensure approved minutes are distributed to all Board members, and named and stored appropriately on Google Drive
● Manage documents and folder structure on Google Drive
● Coordinate email management practices
● Summarize email conversations, listing action items, decisions and outcomes reached over email, between board meetings
● Approve spending along with executive
● Assist in writing blog posts to promote activities of Twice Upon a Time
● Provide signing authority
● Updating 211 records

Along with other members of the Board, the Secretary will:

● Develop new relationship and partnerships with like-minded organizations
● Meet new and prospective Board members
● Participates in succession planning and the nomination of new Board members

Estimated time commitment: 2-3 hours per month, plus attendance at monthly board meetings.

Endroit : 404 McArthur

Date limite pour postuler: déc 31, 2018

Organisme : Student Links (Community Living Ontario)

Avez-vous un intérêt dont vous êtes passionnés? Etes-vous doués d’un certain talent? Aimez-vous pratiquer de divers pases-temps?
Si vous voulez partagez vos intérêts, passions, et habilités avec des étudiants qui sont aussi passionnés, pensez y de devenir un mentor pour un jeune!

Liens Étudiants est une initiative qui offre aux élèves du secondaire ayant une déficience intellectuelle l'occasion de développer leurs intérêts et passe-temps actuels, tout en découvrant de nouvelles possibilités pour après l'école

Votre rôle en tant que mentor:
- Présenter des informations sur votre domaine d'expertise
- Présentation d'un étudiant à votre passe-temps ou de l'industrie
- Fournir une opportunité d'expérience pratique

C'est une opportunité pour vous d'aider un étudiant en partageant quelque chose qui vous passionne.

Les engagements de temps sont flexibles.

Écrivez nous à propos de vos intérêts aujourd’hui!

Endroit : Région d’Ottawa - milieux variés

Date limite pour postuler: fév 8, 2019

Organisme : Student Links (Community Living Ontario)

Are you passionate about sports or local recreation? Do you currently work in the field of recreation or sports or simply enjoy going to the gym and working out? If you are willing to impart your experience and knowledge and you enjoy working with youth and helping them to explore their interests, this is the initiative for you!

Looking to connect a prospective mentor with a youth to learn more about roles in recreation/sports and possibly explore other opportunities in this area of interest.

Student Links is an initiative that offers High School students who have an intellectual disability an opportunity to expand on current interests and hobbies, while discovering new possibilities for life after High School.

Your Role as a Mentor:
- Presenting information about your field of expertise
- Introducing a student to your hobby or industry
- Providing an opportunity for hands-on experience
- Participating in rec or sports programs together

This is an opportunity for you to help a student by sharing something you're passionate about.

Time commitments are flexible.

Endroit : Ottawa Region- various locations

Date limite pour postuler: fév 8, 2019

Organisme : Centretown Community Health Centre

Under the supervision of the Good Food Box Community Developer, the volunteer will be sent materials for translation.
Ideally, the candidates are comfortable with translating in French, Arabic, Farsi, Vietnamese, Spanish or Chinese.

Endroit : 420 Cooper Street
Ottawa, Ontario
K2P 2N6

Date limite pour postuler: déc 3, 2018

Organisme : Centretown Community Health Centre

Under the supervision of the the Administrative Assistant, the volunteer will be calling clients to remind them of their chiropody appointments. The shift will vary, usually 1-2 hours and the calls can only be made during the day Mon-Fri.

Endroit : 420 Cooper Street
Ottawa, Ontario
K2P 2N6

Date limite pour postuler: déc 3, 2018

Organisme : Centretown Community Health Centre

Under the supervision of the Community Developer, the volunteer will help with setting up the room, preparing snacks for the clients, assisting clients with their homework and facilitating engaging activities i.e. boardgames. The program runs Wednesdays, Thursdays 5:30pm - 7:30pm.

Endroit : 420 Cooper Street
Ottawa, Ontario
K2P 2N6

Date limite pour postuler: déc 3, 2018

Organisme : Centretown Community Health Centre

*FEMALE VOLUNTEERS PREFERRED DUE TO THE NATURE OF THE POSITION.*

Tuesdays 9:30am to 12:30pm

The Centretown Community Health Centre's Welcome Baby Program requires a volunteer to provide a welcoming environment for expecting mothers, babies and parents attending the pre-natal nutrition program.

Major Responsibilities:
- To greet and welcome expecting mothers and families (parents and babies) upon their arrival.
- Help the staff members and group participants as needed (e.g. preparing meals or snacks, cleaning fruits and vegetables, providing program flyers and resources).
- Help parents as needed (e.g. hold a baby).
- Assist with setting up the room for the program and for cleaning up at the end of the program.

Endroit : Main Address: 420 Cooper Street

Date limite pour postuler: déc 3, 2018

Organisme : Centretown Community Health Centre

FRIDAYS - 9am to NOON (0-6 years old)
The Caregivers Playgroup is a free playgroup for caregivers and children. It provides the opportunity to discover new toys, develop skills and make new friends. As a valuable volunteer you will provide a welcoming and supportive environment for caregivers and children. You will assist the facilitator with set up, clean up and maintenance of the playroom.

Endroit : Main Address: 420 Cooper Street

Date limite pour postuler: déc 3, 2018

Organisme : Ancoura

The Visiting Volunteer provides companionship to Ancoura's residents in their townhomes. The volunteer will help to reduce the loneliness and isolation of the residents. The duties of the position include visiting the townhome where the residents reside, engaging in friendly conversation, daily tasks and leisure activities such as sharing a meal, watching a hockey game together or going on outings in the community. The visiting volunteer attends monthly volunteer meetings with the other volunteers in the house and with the Ancoura Coordinator to share information about the residents' progress and to plan activities.

Endroit : Our office is at 30 Cleary Avenue, Ottawa ON K2A 4A1 and six of our townhomes are in the west end of Ottawa and one is in the east.

Date limite pour postuler: jan 15, 2019

Organisme : Ancoura

Ancoura is looking for two people who could help with handyperson tasks, such as cleaning, painting, hanging curtains or pictures or yard work, in our residences. The volunteer would work from time to time on an as-needs basis or occasional basis.

Endroit : Our office is located at 30 Cleary Avenue in the west end of Ottawa. The volunteering would take place in one of our seven residences, six located in the west end and one in the east end.

Date limite pour postuler: jan 15, 2019

Organisme : JEWISH YOUTH LIBRARY of OTTAWA

CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS ENJOY WEEKLY VISITS IN THEIR HOMES FROM A PAIRED VOLUNTEER, GIVING PARENTS RESPITE WHILE THE CHILD ENJOYS HOMEMADE FUN WITH HIS/HER FRIENDS. VOLUNTEER ENGAGES CHILD IN PALY AND PAIRED FUN ACTIVITIES OF THEIR CHOICE

Endroit : 192 Switzer Ave

Date limite pour postuler: déc 17, 2018

Organisme : The Arthritis Society

Volunteer Floater

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Arthritis Society is recruiting for dedicated, caring and enthusiastic floaters to volunteer at Camp Cambria, a camp for children living with arthritis.

LOCATION
Camp Cambria is hosted at Camp Kodiak, located North of Parry Sound in McKellar, ON

TIME COMMITMENT
Volunteer Camp Floaters need to be available from August 18, 2019 to August 24, 2019 inclusive (pre-training required).

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
 Supporting the Camp Director and Program Staff in various ways to contribute to the delivery of a quality camp experience.
 Provide relief breaks for camp counsellors by assist in the organization and supervision of campers during scheduled activities and throughout the day.
 Act as a positive role model to staff and campers, participating actively, enthusiastically and in an inclusive way during all camp activities.
 Under the guidance of the Camp Director and Program Staff, Floaters may also be assigned various administrative and program support duties or provide additional support to transporters and camp counsellors.
 Ensure a high standard of health and safety for all activities at camp.
 Promote and support the mission of the Arthritis Society.

DESIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
 Comprehensive understanding of the implications of living with arthritis, gained by living with arthritis and/or working/volunteering with people living with arthritis and / or chronic pain.
 Valid CPR/First aid training certification.
 Volunteer must be 19 years old.
 Satisfactory completion of Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Verification.
 Previous experience working with children in a camp and/or education setting.
 Passion for working with children of all ages.
 Excellent leadership skills, teamwork and communication skills.

MAJOR CONTACTS
 An Arthritis Society Staff member will be your main point of contact
 Other volunteers and Arthritis Society staff, including the national volunteer engagement team

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Floaters need to be comfortable working in camp setting, inclusive of cabin lodgment and available 24 hours a day with scheduled breaks.

• All accommodations, meals and transportation to and from camp are incurred by the Society.

Endroit : Camp Kodiak - 200 Kodiak Road, McKellar, ON

Date limite pour postuler: jan 31, 2019

Organisme : The Arthritis Society

Volunteer Transporter

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Arthritis Society is recruiting for dedicated, caring and enthusiastic transporters to volunteer at Camp Cambria, a camp for children living with arthritis.

LOCATION
Camp Cambria is hosted at Camp Kodiak, located North of Parry Sound in McKellar, ON

TIME COMMITMENT
Volunteer Camp Transporters need to be available from August 18, 2019 to August 24, 2019 inclusive (pre-training required).

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
 Supporting the Camp Director and Program Staff by transporting staff and/or campers by means of golf cart, as required, to daily activities.
 Transport campers and/or staff to medical facilities when additional care is required.
 Responsible for monitoring and distributing hot and cold packs throughout the day, as necessary.
 Act as a positive role model to staff and campers.
 Under the guidance of the Camp Director and Program Staff, Transporters may be asked to perform various supportive duties, including delivering refreshments to campers and assisting with luggage drop off.
 Ensure a high standard of health and safety of campers in all activities at camp, including the proper use of golf carts at all times

DESIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
 Comprehensive understanding of the implications of living with arthritis, gained by living with arthritis and/or working/volunteering with people living with arthritis and / or chronic pain.
 Valid CPR/First aid training certification.
 Volunteers must be at least 19 years old.
 All drivers must hold at minimum a G1 driver’s license and have experience driving.
 Satisfactory completion of Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Verification.
 Previous experience working with children in a camp and/or education setting.
 Excellent leadership skills, teamwork and communication skills.

MAJOR CONTACTS
 An Arthritis Society Staff member will be your main point of contact
 Other volunteers and Arthritis Society staff, including the national volunteer engagement team

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Transporters need to be comfortable working in camp setting, inclusive of cabin lodgment and available 24 hours a day with scheduled breaks.

• All accommodations, meals and transportation to and from camp are incurred by the Society.

Endroit : Camp Kodiak - 200 Kodiak Road, McKellar, ON

Date limite pour postuler: jan 31, 2019

Organisme : The Arthritis Society

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Arthritis Society is recruiting for dedicated, caring and enthusiastic floaters to volunteer at Camp Cambria, a camp for children living with arthritis.

LOCATION
Camp Cambria is hosted at Camp Kodiak, located North of Parry Sound in McKellar, ON

TIME COMMITMENT
Volunteer Camp Floaters need to be available from August 18, 2019 to August 24, 2019 inclusive (pre-training required).
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
 Supporting the Camp Director and Program Staff in various ways to contribute to the delivery of a quality camp experience.
 Provide relief breaks for camp counsellors by assist in the organization and supervision of campers during scheduled activities and throughout the day.
 Act as a positive role model to staff and campers, participating actively, enthusiastically and in an inclusive way during all camp activities.
 Under the guidance of the Camp Director and Program Staff, Floaters may also be assigned various administrative and program support duties or provide additional support to transporters and camp counsellors.
 Ensure a high standard of health and safety for all activities at camp.
 Promote and support the mission of the Arthritis Society.

DESIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
 Comprehensive understanding of the implications of living with arthritis, gained by living with arthritis and/or working/volunteering with people living with arthritis and / or chronic pain.
 Valid CPR/First aid training certification.
 Volunteer must be 19 years old.
 Satisfactory completion of Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Verification.
 Previous experience working with children in a camp and/or education setting.
 Passion for working with children of all ages.
 Excellent leadership skills, teamwork and communication skills.

MAJOR CONTACTS
 An Arthritis Society Staff member will be your main point of contact
 Other volunteers and Arthritis Society staff, including the national volunteer engagement team

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Floaters need to be comfortable working in camp setting, inclusive of cabin lodgment and available 24 hours a day with scheduled breaks.

• All accommodations, meals and transportation to and from camp are incurred by the Society.

TO APPLY
For more information, please contact Christine Bilsky, Education Specialist, at cbilsky@arthritis.ca or 416-979-7228 Ext. 3535. To apply, please visit: https://campcambria.campbrainstaff.com/.

Please also visit www.arthritis.ca/campcambria for more details. P

Endroit : Camp Kodiak - 200 Kodiak Road, McKellar, ON

Date limite pour postuler: jan 31, 2019

Organisme : Shelter Movers of Ottawa

Shelter movers of Ottawa is a volunteer-based charitable organization that provides moving and storage services at no cost to women and children experiencing abuse. We collaborate with community partners to help families transition to a life free of violence. Growing evidence suggests a significant long-term societal benefit as a result of breaking the cycle of violence.

Endroit : all of Ottawa

Date limite pour postuler: jan 30, 2019

Organisme : Shelter Movers of Ottawa

Shelter movers of Ottawa is a volunteer-based charitable organization that provides moving and storage services at no cost to women and children experiencing abuse. We collaborate with community partners to help families transition to a life free of violence. Growing evidence suggests a significant long-term societal benefit as a result of breaking the cycle of violence.

Endroit : All parts of the city of Ottawa

Date limite pour postuler: jan 30, 2019

Organisme : The Children's Wish Foundation of Canada

Venue and Logistics Committee Member

Savour the Moment is an upbeat, trendy cocktail party with an urban vibe, and promises to be a night full of the best food and drink samplings the city has to offer. Attendees will enjoy food and drink from local restaurants, bakeries, breweries, and wineries.
Proceeds raised will go directly to Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada

The Venue and Logistics Committee Members are responsible for:
• Securing event day equipment including appropriate audio/visual equipment, tables, chairs, hangers, stage, and any other equipment required for event day on a small budget.
• Coordinating an event timeline and day schedule including doors open, ticket sales, vendor set-up times, vendor location, speeches, set up and teardown
• Organize the schedule for the evenings activities
• Work with the Vendor Recruiter to create and design a floor plan for the vendors, stage, furniture, coat check, lobby, etc. Determine how many food tables, vendors, etc will fit
• Assist the vendor recruiter in securing vendors (ie. Restaurants, Breweries, Wineries, Bakeries)
• Assist with selling tickets to the general public
• Tasked with personally selling 10 tickets
• Like the Children’s Wish Facebook Page and share posts related to the event.

Endroit : Children's Wish Foundation of Canada
1800 Bank St. Unit 206

Date limite pour postuler: nov 20, 2018

Organisme : The Children's Wish Foundation of Canada

Marketing Media Committee Member

Savour the Moment is an upbeat, trendy cocktail party with an urban vibe, and promises to be a night full of the best food and drink samplings the city has to offer. Attendees will enjoy food and drink from local restaurants, bakeries, breweries, and wineries.
Proceeds raised will go directly to Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada.

The Marketing (Media) Committee Member is responsible for creating awareness of Savour the Moment through:
• Creating all press releases and distributing/sending them out and send to Wish Staff
• Working on a zero dollar budget to get the word out about the event
• Finding free Advertising Sources throughout the City
• Assisting with Facebook Posts, which Wish Staff will post
• Encouraging the committee, friends, family, etc. to like and share social media posts
• Securing event media partnerships/securing free advertising (Radio, Newspapers, Television, Magazines, etc.)
• Assist with selling tickets to the general public
• Tasked with personally selling 10 tickets
• Like the Children’s Wish Facebook Page and share posts related to the event.

Endroit : Children's Wish Foundation of Canada
1800 Bank St. Unit 206

Date limite pour postuler: nov 20, 2018

Organisme : The Children's Wish Foundation of Canada

The Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada is a national non-profit organization that celebrates peer-to-peer fundraising through special events. The Foundation is proud to host numerous events across Canada each year like Savour the Moment. It is our mission to work with the community to provide children living with life threatening illness the opportunity to realize their most heartfelt wish.

Savour the Moment is a celebration of local food and drinks in support of Children’s Wish! This event features local eateries, local craft beer, wine and other beverages. It is an upscale, trendy event held on Friday 1 March, 2019 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
The Assistant Volunteer Coordinator Committee Member is responsible for supporting the current Volunteer Coordinator and the rest of the committee. Under the leadership of the coordinator you will cover:
• Recruiting volunteers for day of event
• Assigning and training roles for each task at event
• Scheduling volunteers shifts
• Hosting 2 orientation sessions 1-2 weeks before the event and finding a location for the orientation sessions (i.e.. Library, restaurant, etc.).
• Being available all event to answer questions and relieve them for breaks
• Main contact for all volunteers
• Assist with selling tickets to the general public
• Tasked with personally selling 10 tickets
• Like the Children’s Wish Facebook Page and share posts related to the event.

Endroit : 1800 Bank St. Suite 206. Ottawa

Date limite pour postuler: nov 20, 2018

Organisme : Apathy is Boring

*****PLEASE APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE:*****
https://www.apathyisboring.com/join_rise

Apathy is Boring is a national, youth-led organization that works to support young people in taking charge of the conditions they live in. One way we do this is through our RISE program, where young people work together in a group to create and execute a community project in their city. It's an opportunity to build skills and grow social networks.

The theme for the next group of ambassadors will be the Environment. For us, environment is not just what's around you, but it’s understanding how these surroundings affect your life, well-being and overall health on a day-to-day basis. You will learn from locals doing similar work and explore ways that you can also participate in creating positive environmental change. You don’t need to be an expert in the topic already. You just have to be open to learning!

Currently, we are offering this program in the communities of Montreal, Edmonton, Ottawa, and Toronto.

Please read before you apply!

The RISE program require participants to:
- Be 18-30 Years Old.
- Make a weekly commitment of 6 hours (3 hours in person and 3 hours online) for 20 weeks between February 4th 2019 and June 17th 2019.
- Attend a mandatory 3 day retreat between February 24th and February 27th 2019

*****PLEASE APPLY ONLINE:*****
https://www.apathyisboring.com/join_rise

Endroit : 99 Fifth Ave

Date limite pour postuler: déc 1, 2018

Organisme : Student Links (Community Living Ontario)

Are you passionate about your hobby or industry? Do you have specific skills/talents or experiences in a particular field? Would you like to share those experiences and skills with youth to help them develop their passion? If yes, this is for you.

Student Links is an initiative that offers High School students who have an intellectual disability an opportunity to expand on current interests and hobbies, while discovering new possibilities for life after High School.

Your Role as a Mentor:
- Presenting information about your field of expertise
- Introducing a student to your hobby or industry
- Providing an opportunity for hands-on experience

This is an opportunity for you to help a student by sharing something you're passionate about.

Time commitments are flexible.

Endroit : Ottawa Region- various locations

Date limite pour postuler: fév 7, 2019

Organisme : Student Links (Community Living Ontario)

Do you have a passion for cars? Are you employed in the automotive repair or restoration industry? Are you a student or apprentice in mechanics? A member of a local car club? Or perhaps you are someone who likes to repair, tinker, and restore old cars in their spare time or get together with other car enthusiasts?

If you would like to share your knowledge and skills with a high school student who shares your passion, or simply wish to show them the industry, this is the initiative for you!

Student Links is an initiative that offers High School students who have an intellectual disability an opportunity to expand on current interests and hobbies, while discovering new possibilities for life after High School.

Your Role as a Mentor:
- Presenting information about your field of expertise
- Introducing a student to your hobby or industry
- Providing an opportunity for hands-on experience
-Working on a restoration/repair project together

This is an opportunity for you to help a student by sharing something you're passionate about.

Time commitments are flexible.

Endroit : Various

Date limite pour postuler: fév 7, 2019

Organisme : Student Links (Community Living Ontario)

Do you have a passion to create? Are you employed in the animation or design industries? Are you a student of animation? Or perhaps you are someone who likes to design and create in their spare time?
If you would like to share your knowledge and skills with a high school student who shares your passion, or simply wish to show them the industry, this is the initiative for you!

Student Links is an initiative that offers High School students who have an intellectual disability an opportunity to expand on current interests and hobbies, while discovering new possibilities for life after High School.

Your Role as a Mentor:
- Presenting information about your field of expertise
- Introducing a student to your hobby or industry
- Providing an opportunity for hands-on experience

This is an opportunity for you to help a student by sharing something you're passionate about.

Time commitments are flexible.

Endroit : Ottawa Region - Various Locations

Date limite pour postuler: fév 8, 2019

Organisme : Student Links (Community Living Ontario)

Do you work as a DJ or music industry or simply enjoy mixing music and creating beats? Looking for someone who is passionate about this area of music. If you are willing to impart your experience and knowledge and enjoy working with youth, this is the initiative for you! Hoping to connect a prospective mentor with a youth who has some experience DJing and is interested in building on knowledge/skills and to possibly learn more about roles in this field.

Student Links is an initiative that offers High School students who have an intellectual disability an opportunity to expand on current interests and hobbies, while discovering new possibilities for life after High School.

Your Role as a Mentor:
- Presenting information about your field of expertise
- Introducing a student to your hobby or industry
- Providing an opportunity for hands-on experience

This is an opportunity for you to help a student by sharing something you're passionate about.

Time commitments are flexible.

Endroit : Ottawa Region

Date limite pour postuler: fév 8, 2019

Organisme : Student Links (Community Living Ontario)

Are you passionate about your hobby or industry? Do you have specific skills/talents or experiences in a particular field? Would you like to share those experiences and skills with youth to help them develop their passion? If yes, this is for you.

Student Links is an initiative that offers High School students who have an intellectual disability an opportunity to expand on current interests and hobbies, while discovering new possibilities for life after High School.

Your Role as a Mentor:
- Presenting information about your field of expertise
- Introducing a student to your hobby or industry
- Providing an opportunity for hands-on experience

This is an opportunity for you to help a student by sharing something you're passionate about.

Time commitments are flexible.

Endroit : Ottawa Region- various locations

Date limite pour postuler: fév 8, 2019

Organisme : Student Links (Community Living Ontario)

Are you someone who wants to make a difference in the life of a young adult with an intellectual disability? Do you enjoy contributing to your community and helping others? We want to hear from you!

Student Links is seeking a volunteer to work one on one with students and young adults with ASD and intellectual disabilities by exploring common interests, assisting in building a full life, and helping to build independence in others.
Volunteers may help the student with travel training, exploring their community, playing sports or going to the gym together, and developing life skills to prepare them for life after school.

If you have experience, or are looking to gain some, working with vulnerable populations, individuals with special needs, or community-based services, please contact Siobhan the Student Links coordinator for more information.

Thank you and we look forward to hearing how you can be of help to a young adult in your community today!

Endroit : Various

Date limite pour postuler: fév 7, 2019

Organisme : Student Links (Community Living Ontario)

Do you have experience with comic creation- either professionally or as a hobby? Do you enjoy creating your own comic books, characters, or story lines? Looking for someone who is passionate about all things comics and animation. If you are willing to impart your experience and knowledge and enjoy working with youth, this is the initiative for you!

Hoping to connect a prospective mentor with a high school student who is looking for ways to build on their knowledge/skills and to possibly learn more about roles in comics - it is not necessary that you work in the field.

Student Links is an initiative that offers High School students who have an intellectual disability an opportunity to expand on current interests and hobbies, while discovering new possibilities for life after High School.

Your Role as a Mentor:
- Presenting information about your field of expertise
- Introducing a student to your hobby or industry
- Providing an opportunity for hands-on experience

This is an opportunity for you to help a student by sharing something you're passionate about.

Time commitments are flexible.

Endroit : Ottawa Region

Date limite pour postuler: jan 11, 2019

Organisme : Carlington Community Health Centre

Days and Time: Every second Thursday, from 3-4:30pm.
Commitment: 3 month minimum
Volunteer will report to: Health Promoter
Description of Program: The Mobile Market is a community initiative which allows low income area residents access to affordable and healthy food. Fresh produce is available on a bus and residents have the opportunity to choose what produce they are interested in. They then pay for their produce at the end of their tour on the bus.
Description of Volunteer Role:
X Volunteer will help other volunteers to display produce and to keep the area clean.
X Volunteer will help pack up boxes and break down empty boxes for recycling.
X Volunteer will follow residents and record their produce picks on a receipt which then will be forwarded to person who is at the cash.
X Volunteer will calculate and provide change for purchases using a calculator
Qualifications:
? Friendly and reliable.
? Able to do simple math
? Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time even during inclement weather.
? Able to lift a maximum of 20 lbs.
? Good communication, English is essential, other languages are an asset Safety/Security Issues:
? Client confidentiality is essential.
? Police Records Check required.

Endroit : Ottawa-West

Date limite pour postuler: jan 31, 2019

Organisme : Carlington Community Health Centre

Location: Ottawa-West
Team: Health Promotion and Counselling Team
Days: Tues, Thu
Time: 3:30 - 5 pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 1-2
Commitment: Year-round (September – August)
Volunteer will report to: Coordinator for School Success Programs and on-site workers

Goal of the program:
The Homework Club Program provides outreach and related activities to low-income children in various sites. The activities are directed to children ages 6 – 13 and relate to assistance with homework and other school-related projects.

Description of Volunteer Role:
• Assist Homework Club Worker to provide healthy nutritious snacks to encourage healthy eating habits.
• Assist with program set-up, clean up, snack preparation, physical activity, and completion of homework.
• Provide 1:1 attention to assigned children
• Provide social support and friendly interactions.

Qualifications:
• Ability to speak English well.
• Ability to speak French is an asset.
• Experience working with children ages 6 – 13.
• Patient, open-minded, and non-judgmental, with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with children/youth who may have special learning/behavioral issues
• Awareness of issues related to low-income families; sensitive to multicultural issues.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to obtain an appropriate Police Records Check.



Endroit : Centre communautaire Alexander, 960, rue Silver
Équipe : Équipe du programme de promotion de la santé et de counseling
Jours: Le lundi
Heures : 15 h 30 à 17 h
Nombre de bénévoles nécessaires : 1-2
Engagement : Toute l'année (de septembre à août)
Le bénévole relève de: Coordonnatrice des programmes favorisant la réussite scolaire

Objectif du programme :
Le programme « Club des devoirs» offre des services et des activités aux enfants issus d’une famille à faible revenu dans la communauté. Les activités s’adressent aux enfants de 6 à 13 ans. Elles les aident à faire leurs devoirs et les encouragent à faire de l’activité physique.

Description du rôle de la ou du bénévole :
• Aider la travailleuse ou le travailleur du Club des devoirs à fournir des collations nutritives pour encourager de saines habitudes alimentaires.
• Aider à aménager la salle, à la nettoyer et à préparer les collations, et aider les jeunes à faire de l’activité physique et leurs devoirs.
• S’occuper individuellement des enfants qui lui ont été confiés.
• Fournir un soutien social et interagir avec les enfants de façon amicale.

Qualifications :
• Capacité de parler anglais.
• Capacité de parler français, un atout.
• Expérience du travail auprès d’enfants de 6 à 13 ans.
• Patience, ouverture d’esprit, capacité de ne pas porter de jugement et entregent.
• Capacité de travailler avec des enfants et des jeunes ayant des difficultés d’apprentissage ou de comportement.
• Connaissance des enjeux auxquels font face les familles à faible revenu et sensibilité aux questions multiculturelles.
• Capacité de travailler de façon autonome avec un minimum de supervision.
• Fiabilité.
• Capacité de respecter les règles de confidentialité.
• Capacité de faire faire une vérification du casier judiciaire.

Endroit : Van Lang Field House (29 Van Lang Private)

Date limite pour postuler: jan 31, 2019

Organisme : Carlington Community Health Centre

Location: Bellevue Community Centre, 1475 Caldwell Ave.
Team: Parent-Child
Days: Fridays
Time: 9 am to 12 pm
Minimum commitment: Three to six months
Volunteer will report to: Maria Cuburu


Description of Volunteer Role:
• Assist with the physical set up of room and any activities.
• Promote reading among participants.
• Prepare snacks and clean up after preparation.
• Assist with cleaning and putting away items after the sessions, including toys, dishes, floors, surfaces.
• Promote safety during the playgroup.

Qualifications:
• Ability to work in a challenging environment
• Demonstrated genuine interest in children and children’s activities
• Good communication skills, ability to speak in French and English (other languages, such as Somali, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, an asset)
• Caring, patient, non-judgmental, and understanding of children and children’s needs
• Punctual, reliable, and dependable.
• Sensitive to multicultural issues
• Sensitive to issues facing low-income population.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to obtain an appropriate Police Records Check.



Endroit : Centre communautaire Bellevue, 1475, avenue Caldwell
Équipe : Parent-enfant
Jours : Vendredis
Heures : 9 h à midi
Engagement minimum: Trois à six mois
Le bénévole relève de : Maria Cuburu


Description du rôle du bénévole :
• Aider à la préparation physique de la salle et des activités
• Promouvoir la lecture auprès des participants
• Préparer des collations et nettoyer après la préparation des aliments
• Aider au nettoyage de la salle et au rangement des articles après les séances de jeu, incluant les jouets, la vaisselle, les planchers et les surfaces
• Promouvoir la sécurité durant les activités du groupe de jeu

Qualités requises :
• Capacité de travailler dans un environnement exigeant
• Intérêt démontré pour le travail et les activités avec des enfants
• Bonnes capacités de communication, maîtrise du français et de l’anglais (la connaissance d’autres langues, comme le somali, l’espagnol, l’arabe, le chinois, constitue un atout)
• Attentif, patient, ouvert et compréhensif vis-à-vis des enfants et de leurs besoins
• Ponctuel, fiable et digne de confiance
• Sensible aux questions multiculturelles
• Sensible aux problèmes auxquels est confrontée la population à faible revenu
• Capacité de préserver la confidentialité
• Capacité d’obtenir une attestation de vérification de casier judiciaire appropriée

Endroit : 1475 Caldwell Avenue, Ottawa, ON

Date limite pour postuler: jan 31, 2019

Organisme : Carlington Community Health Centre

Volunteer Position: Volunteer Choir Director
Team: Health Promotion and Counseling Team
Day & Time: <5 hours per week
Number of Volunteers Needed: 1
Volunteer will report to: Seniors Health Promoter
Goal: Our choir is a unique combination of singing and skits with a progressive approach to helping Seniors break isolation and improve mental wellness.
Qualifications: Ability and 1 to 2 years experience leading a choir or singing group.
Knowledge of needs specific to Seniors, Flexibility and patience, Keyboard or piano accompaniment, Excellent verbal communication, Leadership qualities Safety/Security Issues, Confidentiality of information, Police records check required

Endroit : 900 Merivale Road

Date limite pour postuler: jan 31, 2019

Organisme : Carlington Community Health Centre

Team: Health Promotion and Counselling Team
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 2:30 – 5 pm
Commitment: Year-round (September – June)
Volunteer will report to: Coordinator for School Success Programs


Goal of the program:
The After School Program Worker provides activities for children aged 9 to 12 to help increase their levels of physical activity and enjoyment of physical activity, knowledge of healthy food choices, and ability to plan a healthy meal, and resiliency, self-esteem, and self-confidence.

Description of Volunteer Role:
• Assist the after school program workers with the activities of the program.
• Assist with program set-up, clean up, snack preparation, and physical activity.
• Assist children with completion of homework.
• Provide social support and friendly interactions.


Qualifications:
• Ability to speak English well.
• Experience working with children ages 9 – 12.
• Patient, open-minded, and non-judgmental, with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Awareness of issues related to low-income families; sensitive to multicultural issues.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to obtain an appropriate Police Records Check.

Équipe : Équipe du programme de promotion de la santé et de counseling
Jours : Les mardis
Heures : De 16 h 30 à 17 h
Bénévoles demandés : 1 à 2
Engagement : Toute l’année (du septembre à juin)
Le bénévole relève de : Coordonnateur ou coordonnatrice des programmes favorisant la réussite scolaire

Objectif du programme :
Le ou la bénévole du Programme parascolaire organise des activités pour les enfants de 9 à 12 ans pour augmenter leur niveau d’activité physique et le plaisir associé à leur participation aux activités physiques; améliorer leur connaissance des choix d’aliments sains et leur capacité de planifier un repas bon pour la santé ainsi que favoriser leur résilience, estime de soi et confiance personnelle.

Description du rôle de la ou du bénévole :
• Aider les autres préposés du Programme parascolaire à offrir les activités du Programme.
• Aider à aménager la salle, à la nettoyer et à préparer les collations, et aider les jeunes à faire de l’activité physique et leurs devoirs.
• Aider les enfants à faire leurs devoirs.
• Fournir un soutien social et interagir avec les enfants de façon amicale.

Qualifications :
• Capacité de bien parler l’anglais.
• Expérience du travail auprès d’enfants de 9 à 12 ans.
• Patience, ouverture d’esprit, capacité de ne pas porter de jugement et entregent.
• Connaissance des enjeux auxquels font face les familles à faible revenu et sensibilité aux questions multiculturelles.
• Capacité de travailler de façon autonome avec un minimum de supervision.
• Fiabilité.
• Capacité de respecter les règles de confidentialité.
• Capacité de faire faire une vérification du casier judiciaire.

Endroit : W.E. Gowling School, 250 Anna Avenue

Date limite pour postuler: jan 31, 2019

Organisme : Carlington Community Health Centre

Team: Health Promotion and Counselling Team
Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday
Time: 3:00 to 5:30 pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 4 - 6
Commitment: Year-round (September 12, 2016 until end of June 2017)
Volunteer will report to: SWAG Coordinator


Goal of the program:
The SWAG program is intended to increase the high school graduation rate of students identified as most at risk of failing by providing volunteer Tutors who will help increase students' academic success in a supportive environment.

Description of Volunteer Role:
• Assist staff in implementing social recreation by helping with set up and take-down and by participating in activities.
• Help students improve skills such as life skills and goal setting.
• Provide encouragement, acceptance, motivation, and support to participants.
• Provide positive feedback and appropriate guidance to students.
• Volunteer mentors may be asked to participate in outings.


Qualifications:
• Experience with older children / youth.
• Caring, patient, open-minded, non-judgmental, and excellent interpersonal skills
• Awareness of issues related to low-income families; sensitive to multicultural issues.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Fluency in English required, fluency in French and additional languages pertinent to our client population an asset.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to obtain an appropriate Police Records Check.

Endroit : Fisher Park Public School, 250 Holland Avenue

Date limite pour postuler: jan 31, 2019

Organisme : Carlington Community Health Centre

Team: Health Promotion and Counselling Team
Days: Thursday
Time: 3:00 to 5:30 pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 5 - 8
Commitment: Year-round (September 12, 2016 until end of June 2017)
Volunteer will report to: SWAG Coordinator


Goal of the program:
The SWAG program is intended to increase the high school graduation rate of students identified as most at risk of failing by providing volunteer Tutors who will help increase students' academic success in a supportive environment.

Description of Volunteer Role:
• Provide academic assistance related to the Grade 9 and 10 curriculum to participants
• Help students improve study habits such as time management and studying skills.
• Help motivate students to complete academic goals.
• Provide positive feedback and appropriate guidance to students.

Qualifications:
• Previous experience with older children / youth.
• Knowledge of Grade 9 and 10 high school curriculum. Concentration in English, French math, science, history, geography, preferred.
• Knowledge of appropriate tutoring and motivational techniques
• Caring, patient, open-minded, non-judgmental, and excellent interpersonal skills
• Awareness of issues related to low-income families; sensitive to multicultural issues.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Fluency in English required, fluency in French and additional languages pertinent to our client population an asset.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to obtain an appropriate Police Records Check.


Équipe : Équipe du Programme de promotion de la santé et de counseling
Jours : Jeudi
Heure : De 15 h à 17 h 30
Nombre de bénévoles requis : 5 - 8
Engagement : Toute l’année (Du 12 septembre 2016 jusqu’à la fin de juin 2017)
La ou le bénévole relève de : Coordonnatrice ou coordonnateur, SWAG

Objectif du programme :
Le programme SWAG a pour but d’accroître le taux d’obtention du diplôme d’études secondaires des élèves qui risquent le plus d’échouer en leur offrant des tutrices et des tuteurs bénévoles qui les soutiendront et les aideront à réussir.

Description du rôle de la ou du bénévole :
• Fournir une aide aux participants en ce qui concerne le curriculum de la 9e et de la 10e année.
• Aider les élèves à améliorer leurs techniques et leurs pratiques d’étude, ainsi que la façon dont ils gèrent leur temps.
• Aider à motiver les élèves pour qu’ils atteignent leurs objectifs scolaires.
• Faire des commentaires positifs aux élèves et les orienter.

Qualifications :
• Expérience du travail auprès des enfants plus âgés et des jeunes.
• Connaissance du curriculum de la 9e et de la 10e année. Concentration en anglais, en français en mathématiques, en sciences, en histoire et en géographie, préférable.
• Connaissance des techniques de tutorat et de motivation pertinentes.
• Bienveillance, patience, ouverture d’esprit, capacité de ne pas porter de jugement et entregent.
• Sensibilité aux enjeux auxquels font face les personnes à faible revenu et aux questions multiculturelles.
• Capacité de travailler de façon autonome avec un minimum de supervision.
• Fiabilité.
• Maîtrise de l’anglais; la maîtrise du français et d’autres langues parlées par nos clients est un atout.
• Capacité de respecter les règles de confidentialité.
• Capacité de faire faire une vérification du casier judiciaire.

Endroit : Fisher Park Public School, 250 Holland Avenue

Date limite pour postuler: jan 31, 2019

Organisme : Carlington Community Health Centre

Team: Parent-Child
Days: Tuesdays - Fridays
Time: Mornings or Afternoons
Minimum commitment: Three months

Description of Volunteer Role:
• Assist with the physical set up of room and any activities.
• Promote reading among participants.
• Prepare snacks and clean up after preparation.
• Assist with cleaning and putting away items after the sessions, including toys, dishes, floors, surfaces.
• Promote safety during the playgroup.

Qualifications:
• Ability to work in a challenging environment
• Demonstrated genuine interest in children and children’s activities
• Good communication skills, ability to speak in English (other languages, such as Somali, French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, an asset)
• Caring, patient, non-judgmental, and understanding of children and children’s needs
• Punctual, reliable, and dependable.
• Sensitive to multicultural issues
• Sensitive to issues facing low-income population.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to obtain an appropriate Police Records Check.

Endroit : Multiple locations in Ottawa-West

Date limite pour postuler: jan 31, 2019

Organisme : Carlington Community Health Centre

Days: Fridays, for 12 weeks
Time: 10:00-1:30
Minimum commitment: 3 months
Volunteer will report to: Team Administrative Assistant, Nahla Lahleh

Goal:
The Beyond the Basic Program is a CAS mandated group for parents of children, aged from birth to 6 years old. Parents are given the opportunity to share issues, strengths, challenges and strategies, on a wide-range of parenting topics. Meals and childcare is included for participants.

Description of Volunteer Role:
• The volunteer will assist with preparing lunch for program participants by preparing food trays, setting food on the table, setting out cutlery and dishes, and monitoring the warming up of food for group participants.
• Working with a team of childcare providers, the volunteer will assist with engaging children in play while their parents attend program when needed.

Qualifications:
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated genuine interest in children and children’s activities
• Good communication skills, ability to speak in English (other languages, such as Somali, French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, an asset)
• Caring, patient, non-judgmental, and understanding of children and children’s needs
• Punctual, reliable, and dependable.
• Sensitive to multicultural issues
• Sensitive to issues facing low-income population.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to obtain an appropriate Police Records Check.

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Jours : Vendredis, du 23 septembre au 2 décembre
Heures : 10 h à 13 h 30
Engagement minimum: Deux mois
Le bénévole relève de : Adjointe Administrative de l’équipe Parent-enfant, Nahla Lahleh

Objectif du programme :
Le programme «Beyond the Basics» est un groupe d’éducation pour les parents qui ont des enfants de six ans ou moins. Les parents sont encouragés à discuter les problèmes, les points forts, les défis et les stratégies à propos d’une foule de sujets liés au rôle parental. Les repas et services de garde sont inclus pour les participant(e)s du programme.

Description du rôle du bénévole :
• Le bénévole aidera à préparer le dîner pour les participants au programme : préparer des plateaux de nourriture, mettre la nourriture sur les tables, sortir les ustensiles et la vaisselle et surveiller le réchauffage de la nourriture pour les participants.
• Le bénévole aidera l’équipe des éducatrices à organiser des jeux pour les enfants, au besoin, pendant que les parents participent au programme.

Qualités requises :
• Capacité de travailler de manière autonome, avec la supervision minimale
• Intérêt démontré pour le travail et les activités avec des enfants
• Bonnes capacités de communication, maîtrise de l’anglais (la connaissance d’autres langues, comme le français, le somali, l’espagnol, l’arabe, le chinois, constitue un atout)
• Attentif, patient, ouvert et compréhensif vis-à-vis des enfants et de leurs besoins
• Ponctuel, fiable et digne de confiance
• Sensible aux questions multiculturelles
• Sensible aux problèmes auxquels est confrontée la population à faible revenu
• Capacité de préserver la confidentialité
• Capacité d’obtenir une attestation de vérification de casier judiciaire appropriée

Endroit : 900 Merivale Road

Date limite pour postuler: déc 31, 2018

Organisme : Bytown Museum

The BYTOWN MUSEUM is looking for outgoing volunteers who love interacting with a diverse clientele interpreting the fascinating history of Bytown and Ottawa. We are looking for individuals who are willing to dress in Victorian era costume and greet visitors in the Byward Market and around the BYTOWN MUSEUM during the Winterlude Festival on the weekends of February 2-3; 9-10; and 16-17.

Endroit : 1 Canal Lane
P.O. Box 523, Station B

Date limite pour postuler: jan 15, 2019

Organisme : Canadian Cancer Society (Ottawa Community Office)

The specialist will help to ensure that new volunteer applications are responded to in a timely fashion and will assist with on-boarding new volunteers. Part of the role will involve reviewing and responding to volunteer applications and conducting interviews (over the phone). This role will eventually evolve to include intake and screening of volunteers for the province once our new platform is ready to launch! The ideal candidate will possess: superior communication and interpersonal skills, proficiency with MS Office and ideally experience with conducting interviews.
Once trained, the volunteer Intake and Screening Specialist would have the option of working from home or at our office.

Endroit : 116 Albert Street, Suite 500
Ottawa, ON

Date limite pour postuler: déc 14, 2018

Organisme : Rural Ottawa South Support Services

Loneliness in seniors is a serious concern which can lead to significant physical and mental health issues. A Friendly Voice provides reassurance to seniors that they are not alone. Our volunteers welcome phone calls from seniors and spend time visiting. If they want information about services in their area, A Friendly Voice is happy to help with information.

Endroit : 1128 Mill Street
PO Box 423

Date limite pour postuler: nov 30, 2018

Organisme : Twice Upon a Time

Twice Upon a Time gives free books to kids who might not otherwise be able to afford them. We are seeking volunteers to operate our free children's bookstores. Consider volunteering with us if you are: *a reader *someone with an enthusiastic and welcoming spirit *reliable *interested in working with children up to age 12 *available from 4pm on weekdays or on the weekends for 2 hours at a time *interested in making a difference in communities in need Applicants will be required to obtain a clear police records check suitable for working with the vulnerable sector. We provide a letter to take to the police station, for a free records check. We work in a variety of locations including Overbrook Community Centre (Wed,Saturdays), Boys and Girls Club on McArthur Ave (Tuesdays), Taggart YM-YWCA (Wednesdays) and other locations.
We especially need volunteers on Tuesdays at the Boys and Girls Club from 4-6pm.

Endroit : 404 McArthur Avenue, Ottawa, ON

Date limite pour postuler: jan 31, 2019

Organisme : Abbeyfield Houses Society - Ottawa

The Abbeyfield Houses Society of Ottawa is a dedicated local organization seeking to provide accommodation, companionship, and support for independent senior citizens within their communities.

Abbeyfield Houses Society of Ottawa is seeking applications for one Treasurer position. The Treasurer oversees and monitors financial performance of the organization and reports on it to the Board. He/she is also responsible for maintaining accurate books of accounting with the assistance of a bookkeeper. The Treasurer has primary signing authority for all financial transactions and is responsible for the maintenance of the organization’s bank account including negotiating mortgages, loans and managing cash flow. He/she is also responsible for the development of an annual budget and the implementation of financial policies for the organization.

The qualifications for these roles include:

1) Knowledge of and experience in accounting and/or bookkeeping is essential to this position.
2) Knowledge of the program Sage is an asset.

Endroit : 425 Parkdale Ave,
Ottawa, ON
K1Y 1H3

Date limite pour postuler: déc 31, 2018

Organisme : Shepherds of Good Hope

The 'Cook Volunteer' at Shepherds of Good Hope (SGH) works with a team of 3-5 volunteers to prepare the community lunch for 300+ individuals in our Soup Kitchen. The shift takes place from 8:00a.m until 1:00p.m and we are currently in need of help on Monday, Tuesday and Friday. Volunteers are scheduled for one of these days during the week.

Cook volunteers work together with a staff member to decide how the meal will be prepared and what type of soup will be made for the day. The cook shift is fun but can be physically demanding. Volunteers are on their feet for the majority of the shift and are required to be able to lift a minimum of 25lbs. Our cooks prepare food according to Safe Food Handling Standards and with the health and safety of our community in mind.

Endroit : 233 Murray St

Date limite pour postuler: nov 30, 2018

Organisme : Harmer House

A Day Away:
Harmer House's Adult Day Program provides clients with Alzheimer's disease and/or other impairments with a day of stimulating activities.
Required are volunteers that are compassionate, honest and provide true leadership through companionship, encouragement and guidance to assigned client(s) throughout the activities of the day, and assist with program operations.

If you have patience and dependability; a sense of humour, respect and passion for making a difference please apply!

Availablity:
Program Hours are Monday to Friday 9:30am to 2:30pm

Available daily shifts:
9am to 1pm
or
12pm to 2:30pm
or
9am to 2:30pm

Experience working with seniors or assisting with cognitive impairments is an asset.

Education in a related field is also an asset.

Endroit : 100 Forestview Crescent, Nepean

Date limite pour postuler: nov 30, 2018

Organisme : World Skills Employment Centre

The role of the resume coach involves working one-on-one with new Canadian job-seekers to assist them in developing a competitive, market-ready resume. Volunteers are involved in: assessing clients' resume needs, providing feedback, assisting with formatting and editing of resumes, advising on content and form of resumes and cover letters. The ideal volunteer will have: knowledge of resume writing, editing and formatting, knowledge of grammar, action verbs and professional vocabulary, computer proficiency with excellent English or French language skills, familiarity with the Canadian job market, patience and intercultural awareness/experience.
Volunteers are required for the Resume Clinic which takes place on Wednesdays either mornings from 10 to 12, afternoons from 1 to 3 or evenings from 5:30 to 7:30.

Endroit : 219 Argyle Ave, Ottawa, ON

Date limite pour postuler: déc 16, 2018

Organisme : Citizen Advocacy Ottawa

Petra’s world has shrunk because of progressive eye condition. She would love a volunteer Advocate to socialize with, someone who could help her get back out in to her community and who shares some of her interests –theatre, singing, walking and aqua fit. If you can, Petra would also like help with some practical tasks and to find new activities that accommodate her diminishing vision.

As a friend to someone with a disability you can have a profound effect on their life by reducing loneliness and isolation; helping to achieve hopes and dreams; developing personal networks and relationships; decreasing vulnerability; and increasing self-confidence, mental and physical health.

Join our team of more than 250 volunteer advocates who are enriching the lives of someone in their community. You will gain a wonderful new friendship – someone to share activities that you love. You need to be over the age of 18 and to make a minimum commitment of 12 months to this role [Note: your status in Canada may affect your ability to make this commitment e.g. visitor visa, student visa, refugee claimant]. Preparation and ongoing support are provided.

Change Two Lives - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMcWEQdN920

INTERESTED? CONTACT US DIRECT AT mredpath@citizenadvocacy.org or 613-761-9522 ext. 222

Endroit : 2860 Ahearn Ave, Ottawa K2B 6Z9

Date limite pour postuler: jan 15, 2019

Organisme : Citizen Advocacy Ottawa

Max has been waiting 9 years for a volunteer Advocate, someone with whom he can develop a friendship and do activities together, such as shopping, movies and meals out.

As a friend to someone with a disability you can have a profound effect on their life by reducing loneliness and isolation; helping to achieve hopes and dreams; developing personal networks and relationships; decreasing vulnerability; and increasing self-confidence, mental and physical health.

Join our team of more than 250 volunteer advocates who are enriching the lives of someone in their community. You will gain a wonderful new friendship – someone to share activities that you love. You need to be over the age of 18 and to make a minimum commitment of 12 months to this role [Note: your status in Canada may affect your ability to make this commitment e.g. visitor visa, student visa, refugee claimant]. Preparation and ongoing support are provided.

Change Two Lives - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMcWEQdN920

INTERESTED? CONTACT US DIRECT AT mredpath@citizenadvocacy.org or 613-761-9522 ext. 222

Endroit : 3867 Albion Rd, K1T 1B2

Date limite pour postuler: jan 15, 2019

Organisme : Citizen Advocacy Ottawa

Christine lives in a retirement home and would be interested in being matched with someone who would like a new friend. She is interested in talking to people, reading, going to mall, listening to music and going out to enjoy activities in her community.

As a friend to someone with a disability you can have a profound effect on their life by reducing loneliness and isolation; helping to achieve hopes and dreams; developing personal networks and relationships; decreasing vulnerability; and increasing self-confidence, mental and physical health.

Join our team of more than 250 volunteer advocates who are enriching the lives of someone in their community. You will gain a wonderful new friendship – someone to share activities that you love. You need to be over the age of 18 and to make a minimum commitment of 12 months to this role [Note: your status in Canada may affect your ability to make this commitment e.g. visitor visa, student visa, refugee claimant]. Preparation and ongoing support are provided.

Change Two Lives - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMcWEQdN920

INTERESTED? CONTACT US DIRECT AT mredpath@citizenadvocacy.org or 613-761-9522 ext. 222

Endroit : 940 Montreal Rd

Date limite pour postuler: jan 15, 2019

Organisme : Citizen Advocacy Ottawa

Wendell loves music, the sound of water, playing catch and watching TV. He would benefit from having a volunteer Advocate who would spend time with him each week sharing his activities.

As a friend to someone with a disability you can have a profound effect on their life by reducing loneliness and isolation; helping to achieve hopes and dreams; developing personal networks and relationships; decreasing vulnerability; and increasing self-confidence, mental and physical health.

Join our team of more than 250 volunteer advocates who are enriching the lives of someone in their community. You will gain a wonderful new friendship – someone to share activities that you love. You need to be over the age of 18 and to make a minimum commitment of 12 months to this role [Note: your status in Canada may affect your ability to make this commitment e.g. visitor visa, student visa, refugee claimant]. Preparation and ongoing support are provided.

Change Two Lives - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMcWEQdN920

INTERESTED? CONTACT US DIRECT AT mredpath@citizenadvocacy.org or 613-761-9522 ext. 222

Endroit : 117 Centrepointe Dr,

Date limite pour postuler: jan 15, 2019

Organisme : Citizen Advocacy Ottawa

Morgan is in his early 20s and enjoys skating, bike riding, taking photos, using his iPad and getting out in the community. His ideal volunteer Advocate would be someone who enjoys being active, has a good sense of humour and is willing to share interests with Morgan.

As a friend to someone with a disability you can have a profound effect on their life by reducing loneliness and isolation; helping to achieve hopes and dreams; developing personal networks and relationships; decreasing vulnerability; and increasing self-confidence, mental and physical health.

Join our team of more than 250 volunteer advocates who are enriching the lives of someone in their community. You will gain a wonderful new friendship – someone to share activities that you love. You need to be over the age of 18 and to make a minimum commitment of 12 months to this role [Note: your status in Canada may affect your ability to make this commitment e.g. visitor visa, student visa, refugee claimant]. Preparation and ongoing support are provided.

Change Two Lives - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMcWEQdN920

INTERESTED? CONTACT US DIRECT AT mredpath@citizenadvocacy.org or 613-761-9522 ext. 222

Endroit : 1313 Field St, K2C 2P9

Date limite pour postuler: jan 15, 2019

Organisme : Citizen Advocacy Ottawa

Marilyn is a senior who has been on our waiting list for seven years. She is very engaging and loves being around people, babies and animals. She communicates very well despite her limited verbal skills. Marilyn enjoys getting out into the community and seeing new things. She would benefit from a volunteer Advocate who can spend time with her each week exploring her local community.

As a friend to someone with a disability you can have a profound effect on their life by reducing loneliness and isolation; helping to achieve hopes and dreams; developing personal networks and relationships; decreasing vulnerability; and increasing self-confidence, mental and physical health.

Join our team of more than 250 volunteer advocates who are enriching the lives of someone in their community. You will gain a wonderful new friendship – someone to share activities that you love. You need to be over the age of 18 and to make a minimum commitment of 12 months to this role [Note: your status in Canada may affect your ability to make this commitment e.g. visitor visa, student visa, refugee claimant]. Preparation and ongoing support are provided.

Change Two Lives - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMcWEQdN920

INTERESTED? CONTACT US DIRECT AT mredpath@citizenadvocacy.org or 613-761-9522 ext. 222

Endroit : 117 Centrepoint, K2G 5X3

Date limite pour postuler: jan 15, 2019