Weekend Networking Session Volunteer (Book Fair/Crafts Theme)
U+ Toastmasters
205 Torbay Rd, Markham, ON L3R 1G6, Canada
Onsite
2026-07-27
2026-08-16
Visiting / Chatting / Socializing
Unpaid Volunteer Position
no work experience required
Join our team as a Weekend Networking Session Volunteer and help create a relaxed, creative session centred around books, crafts, and community connection. As a volunteer, you will support a small group of participants as they explore books, take part in simple craft activities, and connect through shared interests and conversation.
What you will do:
- Help arrange books, craft supplies, tables, and activity materials
- Welcome participants and introduce the book fair and craft activities
- Assist participants with selecting books and browsing available materials
- Support simple crafts such as bookmarks, book covers, reading-themed decorations, or other creative projects
- Help explain activity instructions and provide assistance when needed
- Encourage participants to discuss their favourite books, authors, genres, or creative interests
- Help keep supplies organized and the activity area tidy
- Participate in conversations and activities to create a friendly, inclusive atmosphere
- Assist with basic setup and cleanup
What you will gain:
- Experience supporting a small book fair and creative community activity
- Opportunities to strengthen communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
- Practical experience helping with crafts, participant engagement, and activity preparation
- A chance to share interests in books, reading, art, and creativity with others
- The rewarding experience of helping create an enjoyable and welcoming networking session
Who We’re Looking For:
- Age between 12–30
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Comfortable speaking in front of small groups
- Patient, respectful, and supportive when working with seniors
- Ability to guide discussions and encourage participation
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Attention to detail in preparing slides and handouts
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
- Ability to adapt communication style to different learning needs
- Commitment to completing basic training
- Fluency in English
- Successful Vulnerable Sector Check (required if over 18)
Bonus Skills:
- Knowledge in social media handling
- Public speaking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service experience
- Creative content creation
Required career level
- Volunteer
Years of experience (Optional)
- no work experience required
Required languages
- English