Youth Support & Program Volunteer

Tenderlife Rescue Canada is a registered charity dedicated to supporting pregnant and parenting young women (ages 13–29) through safe transitional housing, life-skills development, and holistic care.

We are seeking compassionate, reliable, and community-minded volunteers to support our transitional housing program and youth services. Volunteers will work alongside staff to enhance program delivery, provide mentorship, and contribute to a safe and supportive environment for residents.

Volunteers may support in one or more of the following areas:

1. Youth & Resident Support

• Assist with organizing recreational and life-skills activities (e.g., parenting skills, budgeting, cooking)
• Provide informal mentorship and positive engagement with residents
• Support childcare activities (non-clinical, supervised)

2. Program & Administrative Support

• Assist with data entry, file organization, and program documentation
• Support intake preparation and resource coordination
• Help maintain inventory of supplies (baby items, food, household goods)

3. Events & Community Engagement

• Support fundraising initiatives and donor engagement activities
• Assist in organizing workshops, outreach events, and awareness campaigns

4. Facility Support

• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment

• Support donation sorting and distribution

  Qualifications & Skills

• Interest in supporting vulnerable youth, young mothers, or community development
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Reliable, responsible, and able to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  Assets (not required):

• Background in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or related fields
• Experience in nonprofit or community-based settings

• First Aid/CPR certification

  Screening Requirements

• Vulnerable Sector Police Check (required prior to start)
• Reference checks

• Completion of volunteer orientation and training

  What You Will Gain

• Hands-on experience in a community-based nonprofit setting
• Exposure to youth programming, housing support, and social services
• Opportunities to build skills in program delivery, M&E support, and client engagement
• Reference letter after successful completion of volunteer term

Applicants can apply directly here through the link provided (Recommended) or email CV to admin@tenderlife.ca

7 to 24 hours weekly

Location: North York, ON (O'Connor and Victoria Park Ave/Eglinton Ave E)