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<p><strong>Volunteer Position:&nbsp; </strong><a href="https://habitatgta.volunteerhub.com/vv2/?eventGroupId=bbc707f549f14a3ca21bfd871b01de3a" target="_blank">Habitat Retail&nbsp;Volunteer </a><br>Habitat for Humanity GTA is greater Toronto’s most recognized provider and advocate of solutions that tackle our region’s housing crisis. Our mission is to create a world where everyone has a safe, quality place to live. We focus on creative solutions to address the affordable housing crisis in Toronto, Brampton, Canadaledon, York Region and Durham Region. With the help of volunteers, donors and community partners, we unlock change for generations by bringing the benefits of home ownership to more people and communities. Since 1988, Habitat GTA has built 23 new communities, empowering more than 500 families.<br><br>In support of our homebuilding operations, Habitat GTA operates a retail home improvement store called <strong>Habitat ReStore</strong>, which sells donated home furnishings, appliances, and renovation materials, with all proceeds helping us build more homes.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Store Locations: (ReStore hours of operation vary by location)</strong><br>Brampton: 3-268 Rutherford Rd. S<br>North York: 1120 Caledonia Rd.<br>East York: 155 Bermondsey Rd.<br>Scarborough: 1181 Kennedy Rd.<br>Etobicoke: 700 Kipling Ave.<br>Vaughan: 2180 Steeles Ave. W<br>Oshawa: 200 John Street, West.<br>Newmarket: 16715 Yonge Street.<br><br><strong>Volunteer role description:</strong></p><ul>	<li>Come with a willingness to learn from experienced volunteers and staff and to work as part of a team and become a habitat volunteer ambassador or mentor.</li>	<li>Greeting and customer service in store and over the phone regarding donations, store promotions, return policy, and more.</li>	<li>Supporting our eCommerce sales platform-with staging, photography and posting online.</li>	<li>Product display set ups and merchandising.</li>	<li>Product pricing, assembly, and repair of items.</li>	<li>Due to the nature of some store the tasks volunteers may be asked to lift heavy objects (furniture, appliances, bathroom fixtures, windows, doors)</li>	<li>Can or May perform heavy lifting (30 + pounds) with support equipment i.e., pump trucks and carts.</li>	<li>The position requires regular walking, standing, sitting, and stair climbing.</li>	<li>Uniform required for volunteers to wear are CSA approved green triangle label safety. Shoes (some available on site to borrow), Canadargo pants/jeans and non-branded shirt.</li>	<li>A commitment of 4 hours minimum per shift and open 7 days a week and, there is always a variety of tasks to do.</li>	<li>A positive attitude, enthusiasm, and a sense of humour is always key!</li></ul><br><strong>Position Benefits:</strong><ul>	<li>Gain practical and skill building experience!</li>	<li>Meet new people and network with like-minded individuals.</li>	<li>A volunteer shirt will be provided once you complete a few shifts. &nbsp;</li>	<li>Help the environment by giving new life to gently used resources.</li>	<li>Letters of confirmation for hours volunteered (Minimum 40 hours for this) Please provide one weeks notice for the letter.</li>	<li>Give back to your community and help raise funds for affordable&nbsp;home ownership.</li></ul><strong>What you need to know:</strong><ul>	<li>An <a href="https://habitatgta.volunteerhub.com/vv2/?eventGroupId=bbc707f549f14a3ca21bfd871b01de3a" target="_blank">Online Orientation</a> session of one hour is required before your first volunteer shift.</li>	<li>Shifts are self-scheduled via online registration.&nbsp;Minimum shift is 4 hours.</li>	<li>Morning, afternoon, and weekend shifts are available.</li>	<li>Volunteers must be a minimum of 16 years old.</li>	<li>Volunteers under the age of 18 require a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian and presented at time of first shift.</li></ul><p><br>Ready to get started in making a difference in the lives of families?&nbsp; <a href="https://habitatgta.volunteerhub.com/?format=Calendar&amp;filter=24883%20" target="_blank">Click Here</a> to choose a date and the ReStore closest to you for your online orientation. Then follow the prompts to become a Habitat GTA volunteer!<br><br>Habitat for Humanity GTA is an equal opportunity organization, we support diversity, equity, inclusion and representation of the people, organizations, and communities we work with and serve. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team. If you require accommodation to participate, please contact the Volunteer Services team at. <a href="mailto:volunteer@habitatgta.ca" target="_blank">volunteer@habitatgta.ca</a></p>

Habitat for Humanity GTA

Habitat GTA Retail Volunteer

<h2><strong>Volunteer Position: E-Commerce Manager</strong></h2><p><strong>Organization:</strong> The Humane Choices Foundation<br><strong>Location:</strong> Remote<br><strong>Commitment:</strong> Part-time Volunteer (5–7 hours per week)<br><strong>Category:</strong> E-Commerce, Digital Strategy, Marketing</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><strong>About The Humane Choices Foundation</strong></h2><p>The Humane Choices Foundation is a registered nonprofit organization based in Ontario, Canada, dedicated to protecting and defending the inherent rights of all animals. Through education, advocacy, and direct action, we promote compassion, respect, and ethical treatment for all living beings.</p><p>As the Foundation moves into its next stage of digital development, we are <strong>building a new ethical e-commerce platform</strong> that will support our mission, expand our reach, and generate sustainable fundraising opportunities. We are seeking a strategic and experienced volunteer to help shape and guide this initiative from the ground up.</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><strong>Position Overview</strong></h2><p>The <strong>E-Commerce Manager (Volunteer)</strong> will play a central leadership role in the <i>development, launch, and future growth</i> of The Humane Choices Foundation’s e-commerce platform.</p><p>You will provide input on platform selection, structure, product strategy, integrations, and long-term sustainability. You will guide the digital team as we build the platform and help ensure that the finished system reflects professionalism, compassion, and ethical consumer values.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in online retail, digital systems, or social enterprise development.</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><h2><strong>Strategic Input on Platform Buildout</strong></h2><p>Provide expert guidance on <strong>platform </strong>(Shopify, WooCommerce, Wix, Webflow, etc.) based on cost, scalability, features, and nonprofit suitability.</p><p>Offer strategic recommendations on store structure, product categories, user experience, and branding alignment.</p><p>Collaborate with the Director of Digital Infrastructure to determine technical requirements, integrations, and best practices.</p><p>Identify and suggest tools for inventory management, automations, CRM links, and donation workflow integration.</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><strong>E-Commerce Platform Development</strong></h2><p>Oversee the conceptualization and planning of the online store as it is being built.</p><p>Support developers by reviewing wireframes, page designs, product layouts, and navigational flow.</p><p>Ensure the store meets modern standards for accessibility, ease of use, mobile responsiveness, and SEO.</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><strong>Product Strategy &amp; Merchandising</strong></h2><p>Help define a mission-aligned product catalog that supports ethical, cruelty-free, vegan, and sustainably sourced items.</p><p>Provide input on vendor selection, pricing models, and merchandising strategy.</p><p>Assist in creating compelling product descriptions and visuals.</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><strong>Marketing &amp; Fundraising Integration</strong></h2><p>Collaborate with social media and communications teams to prepare launch content and promotional strategies.</p><p>Advise on digital marketing campaigns, ambassador opportunities, and limited-edition advocacy merchandise.</p><p>Recommend analytic tools to track engagement, conversion rates, and store performance.</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><strong>Customer Experience &amp; Operations</strong></h2><p>Help design customer experience flows including checkout, returns, inquiries, and automated messaging.</p><p>Provide input on shipping, fulfillment options, and packaging aligned with cruelty-free and eco-friendly standards.</p><p>Ensure security, privacy, and compliance are built into the platform from the beginning.</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><strong>Team Leadership &amp; Collaboration</strong></h2><p>Participate in building a small volunteer digital team to support the store’s ongoing operations.</p><p>Support coordination between designers, web developers, and communications staff.</p><p>Attend strategic planning meetings and contribute insights into e-commerce growth and sustainability.</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><strong>Qualifications &amp; Skills</strong></h2><h2><strong>Required</strong></h2><p>Experience with e-commerce development or management (Shopify, WooCommerce, Webflow, etc.).</p><p>Understanding of product strategy, merchandising, online user experience, and digital workflows.</p><p>Strong organizational and strategic planning skills.</p><p>Ability to provide direction and constructive feedback during platform development.</p><p>Working knowledge of design tools.</p><p>Passion for ethical consumerism, sustainability, and animal rights.</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><strong>Preferred</strong></h2><p>Experience working with nonprofits or mission-driven organizations.</p><p>Knowledge of SEO, digital marketing, social media integration, and CRM tools.</p><p>Familiarity with ethical supply chains or sustainable product sourcing.</p><p>Experience supporting or supervising volunteer teams.</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><strong>What You’ll Gain</strong></h2><p>A leadership role in building a <i>brand-new ethical e-commerce platform</i> for a national nonprofit.</p><p>Ability to shape long-term digital fundraising strategy and organizational sustainability.</p><p>Collaboration with an innovative, compassionate leadership team.</p><p>Real-world experience in social enterprise creation and nonprofit e-commerce strategy.</p><p>Recognition as a core contributor to the Foundation’s digital transformation.</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><strong>Commitment</strong></h2><p>5–7 hours per week, flexible remote schedule.</p><p>Participation in virtual team meetings and buildout planning sessions.</p>

The Humane Choices Foundation

Volunteer Position: E-Commerce Manager

<p><strong>JOB SUMMARY</strong></p><p>The Working Centre is seeking a Community Bike Shop Animator to join the team at Recycle Cycles. Located in downtown Kitchener, Recycle Cycles is a community bike shop that provides a caring and supportive space where people can access the tools, space, and knowledge they need to fix their own bicycles for free, and access to inexpensive bicycles and parts.</p><p>Recycle Cycles is a community enterprise project, always working to create a balance between involvement and production. We host and assist all people who come into the space, building trust and relationships while also holding the boundaries of the space in a thoughtful and caring way. Volunteers are the heart of our project, and we work with a diverse team of volunteers who join us each day to share their skills and learn new ones. Understanding people’s strengths and finding meaningful ways to engage them is a key aspect of our project. This is creative, productive and community building work.</p><p>The Community Bike Shop Animator takes a lead role in supporting all the activities of the shop and for fostering an inclusive and diverse community of cyclists.</p><p><strong>ABOUT THE WORKING CENTRE</strong></p><p>The Working Centre is a dynamic community-based organization, forming a web of projects that wrap around people, building stability of place, income, health and mental health. Our work includes:</p><ul><li>St. John’s Kitchen and Outreach Hub - An integrated web of supports for people experiencing homelessness, addiction to drugs, experiencing mental illness, focusing on those most left out. Projects include St. John’s Kitchen, Street Outreach, Specialized Outreach Services, Justice Outreach Services, and Community Dental.</li><li>Housing and Shelter Hub – We support over 165 people in 124 units of affordable, supportive, sober, women &amp; children, and health-based housing. We host a 50-cabin shelter that welcomes people from encampments to shelter.</li><li>Work and Livelihood Hub - The Working Centre’s Resource Centre is a hub for work, financial problem-solving and livelihood related issues. Projects include Job Search Resource Centre, Money Matters, and Job Café.</li><li>Community Tools and Enterprise Hub – Practical and productive examples of enterprise. We seek to serve the common good through skill building and to provide access to tools for those not able to participate in the larger economy. The main work of regeneration happens through re-use, re-purposing and creating goods and services. Community Tools seek to make daily living more inclusive, affordable and cooperative.</li></ul><p>The Working Centre has been developing as a Living System organization with the capacity for creative responses. A Living System means that our practices and approaches have the openness to evolve, that cooperation, responsiveness, hospitality and diversity are key features.</p><p><strong>SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate and support the day-to-day operations of the shop </li><li>Coordinate volunteer involvement in shop operations, including supporting and empowering them in their learning and development </li><li>Create a safe, welcoming, inclusive, productive and fun environment </li><li>Welcome diverse folks into the shop each day, supporting any conflict resolution as needed </li><li>Creatively work to respond to each person’s needs while still holding the range of what is possible in the shop and prioritizing shop commitments </li><li>Participate in bicycle repairs and troubleshooting</li><li>Manage inventory, tracking donations, ordering and receiving supplies to ensure our shop is fully stocked</li><li>Maintain shop systems and organization so that volunteers, customers and team have a positive experience</li><li>Engage with community groups and organizations, run shop outreach events </li><li>Participate in scheduling and shop organization commitments</li></ul><p><strong>QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p><ul><li>Knowledge of mechanics and bicycles, experience and up-to-date capacity with tools of the trade</li><li>Support and appreciation for the purpose of Recycle Cycles as a not-for-profit community space</li><li>Interest in and experience in teaching, training or supporting people to learn new skills </li><li>Ability to multi-task, deal with multiple demands, and to stay calm under pressure </li><li>Excellent time management skills and attention to detail, with the ability to perform multiple tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining quality </li><li>Hard worker who is willing to go the extra mile to meet project needs </li><li>Ability to work well independently as well as to function effectively as a member of a diverse team</li><li>Excellent communication skills, being able to effectively engage with people from diverse backgrounds and identities </li><li>Welcomes other points of view and ideas, recognizing and embracing different and contrary perspectives with kindness, curiosity, and encouragement </li><li>Flexibility to work shifts as needed, joining the team in making sure that we have coverage of all shifts</li></ul><p><strong>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone to join our team full time, working a regular schedule that includes one evening/week plus Saturdays. Our shop is open from Tuesdays to Saturdays.</p><p>The Working Centre has an equal salary policy across the organization. This position starts at $30.00/hour or $58,500 annually. We offer a full benefits package that starts after 3 months of full-time work.</p><p><strong>APPLICATION PROCESS</strong></p><p>The Working Centre is a dynamic and highly responsive organization. Co-workers come from all walks of life, a variety of cultural backgrounds age groups. We are constantly learning and are challenged in our work. We offer a work environment that allows you to do meaningful, respectful and good work.</p><p>This work is more than a job – it is about committed community work in a collaborative environment. If you think that this role would make you excited to come to work every day, we’d like to hear from you.</p><p>Email your application to <a href="mailto:working@theworkingcentre.org" target="_blank">working@theworkingcentre.org</a> and include:</p><ul><li>A cover letter explaining your interest in this position, our organization and how your experience and skill would be a good fit.</li><li>- Your resume</li></ul>

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