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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>

Crohn's and Colitis Canada

Gutsy Walk Chair

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;

Gutsy Walk Committee Volunteer

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

Key Responsibilities

About us

Role Overview

Georgian Bay Wellness is a non-profit dedicated to providing barrier-free healthcare for low-
income populations, with a focus on mental health, behavioral support, and holistic wellness.
Guided by our values of community, empathy, and equity, we bridge financial gaps in healthcare
by funding wellness services and connecting clients to vital resources that would otherwise be
out of reach.

Research and identify potential grant opportunities from government, foundation, and private
funders.
Write clear, persuasive, and well-structured grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting
documents.
Collaborate with the leadership team to align proposals with organizational priorities and
initiatives.
Assist in developing budgets, outcome measures, and required documentation for
applications.
Track deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements to ensure compliance.

VOLUNTEER GRANT WRITER 
WE ARE HIRING:

We are seeking a dedicated Volunteer Grant Writer to join our team and play a key role in
advancing our mission. The Grant Writer will help identify funding opportunities, craft compelling
proposals, and support the development of resources that enable us to continue expanding
equitable wellness services for our community.

Strong writing, editing, and research skills.
Experience in grant writing, fundraising, or related fields (preferred but not required).
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a small, passionate team.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Commitment to the mission, values, and vision of Georgian Bay Wellness.

Qualifications

If you are passionate about healthcare equity and have a talent for storytelling through grant
writing, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief statement of interest to
<a href="mailto:info@georgianbaywellness.com" target="_blank">info@georgianbaywellness.com</a>
Together, we can ensure that everyone in our community has the opportunity to achieve holistic
health and resilience.

How to apply

Georgian Bay Wellness

Volunteer Grant Writer

Members of the GTHS Dog Care Team work with puppies and dogs of all sizes, shapes and backgrounds (stray, surrendered, neglected, abused, healthy, recovering from surgery, may be easy to handle or may require training for behavioural issues…).Annually, our Cat and Dog Care Teams care for more than 1500 animals onsite at our Animal Centre.Description Reporting to the Dog Care Coordinator, AM Dog Care Volunteers help to maintain the health and welfare of GTHS dogs. This role entails taking care of our dogs’ environment by cleaning their kennels and outdoor runs, and being responsible for food preparation and feeding our dogs their breakfast. If interested and when time permits, AM Dog Care Volunteers interact with our dogs by assisting with our Canine Enrichment Program. Time Commitment A minimum commitment of one shift per week is required. AM Dog Care shifts are Monday through Sunday, 7.30am-9am. An overall minimum commitment of 6 months is required. Roles and Responsibilities<ul>	<li>Assist in the maintenance of dogs’ health and welfare	<ul>		<li>Maintain clean and organized kennels (inside and outside)</li>		<li>Disinfect kennels and toys</li>		<li>Prepare and provide treats, breakfast and clean water as required or instructed</li>		<li>Wash up any dirty animal dishes (in Animal Equipment Room)</li>		<li>Assist with Animal Centre laundry (washing, drying and folding linens)</li>		<li>Dispose of garbage and recyclables</li>		<li>Ensure dogs are safe and secure</li>	</ul>	</li>	<li>If interested and time permits:	<ul>		<li>Dog bathing, grooming, Room 5 petting, time in Dog Yard or X-Pen</li>		<li>Interact with dogs for walks, training and socialization</li>		<li>Reinforce behaviours that make dogs more adoptable</li>	</ul>	</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>A commitment to animal welfare</li>	<li>A gentle and kind approach to dog handling</li>	<li>Self motivated</li>	<li>Ability to work alone and in a team environment</li>	<li>Ability to follow protocol</li>	<li>Must by physically capable of sweeping, mopping, hosing and scrubbing</li></ul>To interact with GTHS dogs:<ul>	<li>Must be confident with dogs</li>	<li>Current dog handling and/or training experience is required</li>	<li>Medium and/or large dog experience is required</li>	<li>Willingness and ability to complete the GTHS Dog Care Program (training from Green to Yellow Dog Walker status) is a must upon joining the Dog Care Team, as is the completion of any future intermittent training</li></ul>

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