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Gutsy Walk Committee Member&nbsp;Gutsy Walk is Crohn’s and Colitis Canada’s signature national fundraising event celebrated on the first Sunday of June each year. Thousands of people across Canada come together on one day to raise money to advance medical research and improve the lives of Canadians who are affected by these diseases.&nbsp;&nbsp;This role involves in-person interactions.&nbsp;Responsibilities:&nbsp;Adhere to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada policies and procedures, including the Volunteer Code of Conduct&nbsp;&nbsp;Collaborate with a team of other volunteers to plan and promote your local Gutsy Walk.&nbsp;&nbsp;Act as a role model by registering for Gutsy Walk and supporting fundraising, directly or indirectly (by sharing new ideas and leads, doing your own fundraising, promoting the event amongst your networks.&nbsp;&nbsp;We’re looking for volunteers to support their local Gutsy Walk in the following ways:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Community Outreach – inspire people to sign-up for and participate in our Gutsy Walk&nbsp;&nbsp;Media Relations – connect with local media outlets to promote the Gutsy Walk&nbsp;&nbsp;Social Media – raise awareness about Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and the Gutsy Walk through social media&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Corporate Sponsorship – engage with local businesses to promote donations of sponsorship and gifts in kind&nbsp;&nbsp;Stewardship – build relationships with Gutsy Walk participants and encourage engagement&nbsp;&nbsp;Time commitment:&nbsp;Approximately 4-8 hours a month including monthly committee meetings, with additional meetings leading up to event day and a post-event wrap up meeting&nbsp;Some daytime availability is ideal for distributing promotional materials, making phone calls and responding to emails&nbsp;Evening and weekend availability may be required for stakeholder engagement&nbsp;&nbsp;What you bring:&nbsp;An Interest in exploring the best ways to make your local Gutsy Walk a success&nbsp;Strong networking skills and the willingness to connect with new people over email or the phone&nbsp;An interest in inspiring people to take part in Gutsy Walk&nbsp;&nbsp;Comfortable approaching businesses and local media to secure partnerships, sponsorships and coverage&nbsp;Familiarity with social media and online promotion&nbsp;&nbsp;Collaboration and teamwork skills&nbsp;&nbsp;What we offer:&nbsp;A community of support, a dedicated staff partner, a team of peers and role-specific training&nbsp;An opportunity to use and grow professional skills and expand your network&nbsp;A hands-on chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis in your community&nbsp;&nbsp;Crohn’s and Colitis Canada commits to supporting you in your role and to providing an engaging volunteer experience. Your feedback is appreciated - <a href="mailto:volunteer@crohnsandcolitis.ca" target="_blank">volunteer@crohnsandcolitis.ca</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

Crohn's and Colitis Canada

Gutsy Walk Committee Volunteer

Gutsy Walk is Crohn’s and Colitis Canada’s signature national fundraising event, celebrated on the first Sunday of June each year. Thousands of people across Canada come together on one day to raise money to advance medical research and improve the lives of Canadians who are affected by these diseases. This role involves in-person interactions. Responsibilities:<ul>	<li>Adhere to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada policies and procedures, including the Volunteer Code of Conduct</li>	<li>Lead and support the Gutsy Walk Committee to drive event participation and fundraising growth.</li>	<li>Maintain regular communicate with staff partner to identify challenges, successes, and walk growth opportunities</li>	<li>Support staff partner to manage event budget, track and maintain expenses</li>	<li>Collaborate with staff partner to set agendas for walk committee meetings</li>	<li>Lead committee meetings as well as post-event wrap up</li>	<li>Establish key timelines, monitoring progress to ensure all milestones are achieved on schedule.</li>	<li>Network with other Gutsy Walk Chairs across Canada to share ideas and celebrate successes.</li>	<li>Participate in national webinar trainings to become familiar with tools and processes.</li>	<li>Act as a role model by registering for Gutsy Walk and supporting fundraising, directly or indirectly (e.g. sharing ideas, promoting the event, or fundraising)</li>	<li>Attend the Gutsy Walk and oversee event success as a volunteer leader</li>	<li>Ensure adherence to the Gutsy Walk Event Standards.</li></ul>Time Commitment:<ul>	<li>Approximately 8-12 hours a month including monthly committee meetings, with additional meetings leading up to event day and a post-event wrap-up meeting</li>	<li>Some evening and weekend activity is required to support committee members with their roles</li>	<li>Some daytime availability is ideal for making phone calls and responding to emails</li></ul>What you bring:<ul>	<li>Experience with leading a team, fundraising, event planning</li>	<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills</li>	<li>Excellent attention to detail and commitment to organization and collaboration</li>	<li>Flexible, open and adaptable leadership style</li>	<li>Outgoing, friendly manner with a focus on relationship building and follow through</li>	<li>Willingness to learn more about Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis</li>	<li>Proficiency with email, web browsers, and video calling applications (e.g. Zoom, Microsoft Teams)</li>	<li>Comfort with communicating with Gutsy Walk stakeholders through email, phone, and video calls.</li></ul>What we offer:<ul>	<li>A community of support, a dedicated staff partner, team of peers and role-specific training</li>	<li>An opportunity to use and grow professional skills, expand your network</li>	<li>A hands-on chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis in your community</li></ul>Crohn’s and Colitis Canada commits to supporting you in your role and to providing an engaging volunteer experience. Your feedback is appreciated - <a href="mailto:volunteer@crohnsandcolitis.ca" target="_blank">volunteer@crohnsandcolitis.ca</a>

Gutsy Walk Chair

Looking to make a life-saving commitment?The&nbsp;<a href="https://gths.ca/" target="_blank">Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS)</a> is seeking motivated individuals to join our Board of Directors!&nbsp;GTHS is a non-profit charity that operates an Animal Centre serving the south Georgian Bay region.&nbsp; Founded in 1999, GTHS provides shelter to more than 1,500 homeless animals each year and adopts them to caring families.&nbsp; At the same time, we help to keep more than 3,000 pets out of the shelter system through our numerous programs and services designed to keep pets with their families during emergencies and crisis. Our life-long purpose is to learn, understand, educate, and evolve with our community. We do so to empower and inspire positive change.We are looking for diverse community members who share this purpose, that have great compassion for animals and the people who care for them and are ready and willing to contribute their time, professional advice and resources to GTHS.&nbsp;If you are interested in becoming a member of the GTHS Board of Directors, your first step is submitting an application!For more information visit <a href="https://gths.ca/board-of-directors/" target="_blank">https://gths.ca/board-of-directors/</a> or please contact Heather Terrence at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@pinpointgg.ca" target="_blank">info@pinpointgg.ca</a>.<a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/N7ZXBGW" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO APPLY.</a>The deadline to apply is Friday, January 30, 2026.Please note that candidates shortlisted to the final stages of the process will be required to complete criminal and financial background checks.

Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS)

Saskatchewan Association of Veterinary Technologists (SAVT)

Georgian Triangle Humane Society Seeking Board Members

Do you believe in creating change locally through civic action and volunteerism?Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grey, Bruce and West Simcoe (BBBSGBWS) is seeking energetic, dedicated volunteers to join our growing organization. We are a non-profit charity, providing mentorship services to youth ages 6-18 in both schools and communities. As a vibrant, collaborative, community-focused organization we believe in creating communities where young people belong and are empowered to unlock their potential.Volunteer Opportunities:Community-Based Volunteer<ul><li>Join us as a Mentor in our community-based volunteer program. Connect with a local youth (ages 6-18) in your community. Spend one hour a week engaging in fun, skill-building activities and make an impact! (One year commitment)</li></ul>School-Based Volunteer<ul><li>School-based volunteers spend one hour weekly connecting with a group of Mentees (ages 6-16) within the school environment. Mentors are provided with programming that supports educational success. Join us as a school-based Mentor and make an impact! (Four month commitment)</li></ul>Group-Based Volunteer<ul><li>Group program volunteers support the BBBSGBWS team in a variety of unique settings, including our Outdoor Wellness Program, Youth Council meetings and Big Bunch events. This position is great for students. (Flexible commitment)</li></ul>Agency Volunteer<ul><li>With the BBBSGBWS team engage in fundraising support and be a BBBSGBWS brand ambassador. Join our team at local youth events, connect with children, youth, families and make an impact!</li></ul>To volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters, you should:<ul><li>Be interested in developing a positive relationship with a local child or youth</li><li>Promote the welfare and safety of children and youth and act with integrity</li><li>Be trustworthy, energetic, mature, reliable, patient and respectful of others</li><li>Be supportive and non-judgmental in your interactions with children and youth</li><li>Be comfortable with BBBSGBWS's core values, policies and procedures</li><li>Be cause-driven and believe in the power of civic engagement and community connection</li></ul>What will be expected of me?<ul><li>Commit approximately one to two hours per week (this varies across programs)</li><li>Commit for up to one year or as little as four months (this varies across programs)</li><li>Complete pre-match training and screening to ensure the safety and security of children and youth</li><li>Receive ongoing connection, training and support from BBBSGBWS</li><li>Communicate openly and regularly with the parents/guardians</li><li>Communicate openly and regularly with the BBBSGBWS Mentorship Coordinator team</li></ul>BBBSGBWS is committed to recruiting a diverse group of volunteers that represent the communities we serve, while encompassing the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from persons of color, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grey, Bruce and West Simcoe

Volunteer

The GTHS believes that pets deserve to stay with their families regardless of logistical or financial challenges faced by their parents.Access to Care programs support pets and their families through programs that work to make veterinary care more accessible, help battle food insecurity and provide temporary housing during crisis.The GTHS Pet Pantry Program, established in 2020, is a donation-based program aimed to ensure that pet food is more accessible for individuals and families who are in need. &nbsp;In 2023, the GTHS supported approximately 1,000 pets through the Pet Pantry Program and distributed 28,000 meals in the community.Last year, the Pet Pantry Program expanded to include 9 Community Depots in various locations: in Collingwood, The Town of the Blue Mountains, Wasaga Beach and Clearview Township. The service is strictly confidential.Description Reporting to the Community Programs Supervisor, the Pet Pantry Volunteer is responsible for repackaging and/or collecting pet food and supplies from the Animal Centre for delivery to local Pet Pantry depots or pet owners’ homes, to assist members of our community who are temporarily unable to provide the day-to-day necessities for their pets. Pet Pantry bagging takes place on an as needed basis, and deliveries take place on Tuesdays and on Fridays. Time Commitment A minimum commitment of 6 months is required. Volunteers are assigned one shift a week (Tuesday or Friday) and have a fixed morning or afternoon schedule.&nbsp;The length of time volunteered will depend on the volume of pet food to be repackaged, the distance of the collection/drop-off point and the number of deliveries required, but bagging is approximated at 1.5 hours, and loading and delivery time is approximated at 2 hours. Vacancy information is posted at the bottom of this window. Roles and Responsibilities<ul><li>Liaise with Customer Service Coordinator and Community Program Supervisor for inbound pet food deliveries, Pet Pantry supplies required and delivery locations</li><li>Maintain tidy and organized Pet Pantry shelves<ul><li>Restock shelves from supplies in garage and/or container, as appropriate</li></ul></li><li>Repackage pet food into 1kg Zip Lock bags</li><li>Source supplies and load vehicle at Animal Centre<ul><li>Exercise judgement and accurately select supplies requested</li><li>Ensure items are properly stored/secured during transportation</li></ul></li><li>Deliver supplies to Pet Pantry depots and/or pet owners<ul><li>Meet pet owners at street level</li><li>Ensure contactless delivery during pandemic</li></ul></li><li>Provide friendly, non-judgemental, quality customer service</li><li>Promote additional Outreach programs and services, as appropriate</li><li>Ensure any appropriate documentation is available and/or signed</li><li>Maintain clean and tidy GTHS van (inside and outside), if used</li><li>Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures</li><li>Ensure photocopy of valid / most recent version of G2 driver’s license is retained by GTHS</li><li>Qualifications</li><li>Valid G2 driver’s license</li><li>18 years of age minimum</li><li>A commitment to animal welfare and an understanding of the human-animal bond</li><li>Punctual and reliable</li><li>Self motivated</li><li>Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills</li><li>Diligent compliance with guidelines and protocols for personal safety</li><li>Able to work independently and as part of a team</li><li>Works cooperatively and effectively with others</li><li>Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of this volunteer role and of the organization</li><li>Review and sign-off of the Animal Transport Guidelines / GTHS Van Use Agreement</li><li>Own transportation</li></ul>Working Conditions:<ul><li>Physical demands of the position include lifting and carrying food with a potential maximum weight of 30lb / 13.6kg</li><li>We recommend wearing closed toe shoes and clothing that has no sentimental value (ie. can get dirty)</li><li>Gas and mileage is not reimbursable</li></ul>

Georgian Triangle Humane Society

Pet Pantry Volunteer

The Cat Care Team works to increase the welfare and health of GTHS feline residents. The Cat Care Team works as a group and/or individually to care for our cats and maintains high cleanliness standards in our Adoption Rooms, as well as our Quarantine and Isolation Rooms. This role is integral to maintaining a bright, clean and healthy environment for our cats, kittens, volunteers, visitors and potential adopters. Playing with and cuddling the cats is required!Annually our Cat and Dog Care Teams care for more than 1500 animals onsite at our Animal Centre.Description The GTHS Cat Care Team reports to the Cat Care Coordinator. Whereas Cat Care Team Members are usually assigned a specific room (an Adoptions Room or a Quarantine / Isolation Room), this Cat Care Team Member will provide all-round Cat Care support, based on day-to-day needs. This volunteer will be assigned to Quarantine / Isolation Room 4 (which is used sporadically for cats who are sick and aren’t quite ready for adoption), but may be directed to assist in Room 3 if no cats are in Room 4. When no assistance is required in either Quarantine / Isolation Room, this Team Member will support volunteers in the Adoption Rooms. Responsibilities include providing nutrition, as well as mental and physical stimulation or interaction, to the feline residents in Room 4 and/or other areas they are assisting within.&nbsp; All Cat Care Team Members are responsible for sweeping and mopping the floor, dishes, laundry, and maintaining clean and organized litter, feeding stations, kitten / cat kennels and communal areas. Time Commitment Under 3 hours per week (from 8am until approximately 10.30am). A minimum commitment of 6 months is required (unless approved for student / community hours). Roles and Responsibilities<ul><li>Maintain clean and organized litter, kennels, counter tops and communal areas (shelving, windows, etc.)</li><li>Disinfect toys (loose and in kennels), scratching posts, wooden boxes, climbing apparatus, etc.</li><li>Feed cats / kittens wet food (as appropriate), provide fresh water and maintain feeding stations</li><li>Wash up any dirty animal dishes</li><li>Perform laundry tasks (gather dirty laundry and assist with washing, drying and folding linens)</li><li>Dispose of garbage and recyclables</li><li>Wipe all surfaces after use</li><li>When not working out of Room 4:<ul><li>Assist in Room 3, upon assignment by Cat Care Coordinator</li><li>Liaise with Adoption Room Team Members to assist where needed</li></ul></li><li>Assist the Cat Care Coordinator with ad hoc needs</li><li>As required / upon request:<ul><li>Place cats ready for ‘moving up’ into carriers</li><li>Carry cats in carriers to the appropriate room / kennel</li><li>Weigh cats with assistance from the Cat Care Coordinator</li><li>Clean floors in the Animal Kitchen</li></ul></li><li>Interact with cats for socialization and enrichment purposes<ul><li>Stimulate and interact with cats (includes grooming, play and snuggles)</li><li>Reduce cat stress and improve their overall wellness</li><li>Provide cognitive stimulation and encourage curiosity</li><li>Provide places for cats to hide and perch, as appropriate</li><li>Stimulate cats’ hunting instinct</li><li>Make enrichment items (food puzzles, Canadat cabins…)</li></ul></li><li>Identify and report any behavioural concerns</li><li>Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures</li><li>Use online Contact List &amp; Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>15 years of age minimum</li><li>Demonstrates understanding and passion for animal welfare</li><li>Experience working with or handling cats</li><li>Strong work ethic</li><li>Dependable, self-motivated and energetic</li><li>Works well unsupervised, alone and in a team environment</li><li>Adaptable and versatile; comfortable not having a set routine for each shift</li><li>Willing to approach and assist staff / fellow volunteers to complete the morning’s Cat Care activities</li><li>Exercises patience</li><li>Good communication skills</li><li>Reads and follows directions, and follows protocol</li></ul>

6 Unpaid Volunteer Position Jobs in Collingwood, ON, Canada