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Make a Difference After School – Become a Running &amp; Reading Club Mentor!Join the fun and impact lives with the&nbsp;Start2Finish Running &amp; Reading Club—a unique after-school program that promotes&nbsp;literacy, healthy active living, and play for children aged&nbsp;6–13 (Grades 1–6).Running from&nbsp;October to May, just&nbsp;one afternoon a week for two hours, you’ll support students through meaningful activities that help them stay in school, build self-confidence, and form positive relationships with peers and mentors.You&nbsp;don’t need to be a runner—there’s a role for everyone!As a Volunteer Mentor, you’ll: ✅ Participate in fun fitness activities 📖 Read one-on-one with children 🥪 Help serve healthy snacks 🔠 Lead or support engaging literacy games and activitiesWith your support, students will feel seen, supported, and empowered to dream big. Be the reason a child discovers their confidence and a brighter future!Program Locations to Choose from:&nbsp;Molly Brant Elementary School, 30 Lyons Street, Kingston, ON, K7K 0J5John Graves Simcoe Public School, 90 Wiley Street, Kingston, ON K7K 5B4Ecole Polson Park Public School, 165 Robert Wallace Dr, Kingston, ON K7M 1Y3Rideau Heights Public School, 77 Maccauley St., Kingston, ON K7K 2V8Training will be providedRequired Skills:<ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Verbal communication</li><li>Active listening</li><li>Enthusiastic engagement</li><li>Problem solving</li><li>Time Management</li><li>Group facilitation</li><li>Teamwork</li><li>Experience working with children is beneficial​</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Give back to the community in a meaningful way</li><li>Gain personal satisfaction</li><li>Meet new people and develop friendships and professional contacts</li><li>Skill and personal development</li><li>Build self-esteem</li><li>Challenge yourself and experience personal growth</li><li>Develop a sense of accomplishment</li><li>Reference letter upon request (minimum 1 term volunteering required)</li><li>Enhance your health and well-being</li><li>Have fun!</li></ul>

Start2Finish Canada

Volunteer Running & Reading Coach/Mentor Kingston

INTERNAL/EXTERNALJob Title:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Senior Community Chef, Food ServicesPosition Type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bargaining Unit, Permanent, Full-TimeNumber of Positions:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1Rate:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; $31.30 per hourVacation: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 4 weeks to startBenefits:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Group benefits with Life Insurance, AD&amp;D, Extended Health and Dental Care with premiums 100% paid by the employer, LTD with premiums 100% paid by employees; paid sick leave and float dayRRSP:&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; RRSP with 6.5% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution after successful completion of probationHours:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; 37.5 (rotating schedule, includes some evenings, weekends, and holidays)Supervisor:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Senior Manager, Food ServicesPosting Date:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; July 31, 2025Application Deadline:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; August 22, 2025Location:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 145 Queen Street, Toronto, ON, M5A 1S1 and 40 Oak Street, Toronto, ON, M5A 2C6&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Why Fred Victor?For 130 years, Fred Victor has been a leader in helping people rebuild their lives in Toronto. Our mission is to improve the health, income and housing stability of people experiencing poverty and homelessness. We arecommitted to ending homelessness, one person at a time.&nbsp;The Community Services (CS) department at Fred Victor is a multi-service, multi-site structure that encompasses the 40 Oak Community HUB and community programs, Consumption and Treatment Services, Employment and Training Services, Drop-Ins, Warming and Keep Cool Programs and Food Services. Additionally, it operates a social purpose enterprise with catering services and spearheads a significant Peer Training Initiative that prioritizes the involvement of individuals with lived experience.Fred Victor Centre is currently looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Community Chef for the Food Services program to plan and execute meals in 3 priority areas:1. &nbsp;&nbsp; The Moss Park and Regent Park meal programs - serving meals weekly for up to 300 people each meal.&nbsp;2. &nbsp;&nbsp; a) Our Social Purpose Enterprise - including supporting training and job readiness skills building for peers, staff, and community members.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; b)&nbsp; Fred’s Kitchen - ensuring presentation, taste and quality maintains and generate business.3. &nbsp;&nbsp; Maintain relationships with Fred Victor programs by delivering high quality food/menus and ensuring our largest client is receiving food that reflects our philosophy and commitment. The ideal candidate is passionate about good food, committed to providing nutritious, delicious, ethically sourced, and culturally inspired meals in a dignified way.&nbsp;The Senior Community Chef understands the power of food and the many positive impacts on health and social wellbeing, as well as its limitations. The Senior Community Chef celebrates diverse food traditions while possessing a critical analysis of food systems. The successful candidate has strong collaborative skills balanced with an ability to contribute to a supportive environment in the kitchen for a diverse team of staff, peers and community members that enables them to develop their culinary skills in an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere.&nbsp;The Senior Community Chef will lead a successful food program while teaching and leading Peer Program participants to push out high standard food and challenge food inequality.Does this sound like work you want to be a part of?We offer a collaborative environment, an opportunity to join a diverse team of caring professionals and a chance to make a difference. With over 75 programs and 25 sites, there are lots of opportunities to grow your career with us. Many members of the management team started in relief and front-line roles.&nbsp;What You Will Do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead the preparation of meals for our Moss Park community meal program.</li><li>Assist the Senior Manager to plan menus and execute community meals (10 meals/week) that reflect our philosophy and commitment to healthy, dignified food in a low-income diverse community.</li><li>Steps in as needed to execute meals across various programs, ensuring seamless food preparation and service across the Fred Victor organization.</li><li>Accept food donations and incorporate into program meals for the Moss Park community Meal Program.</li><li>Assist with sourcing food, and inventory of food for community meals, kitchen supplies and equipment.</li><li>Coordinate meal preparation. Delegating tasks from preparation, to cooking, to cleanup while expecting a high standard and professional approach.</li><li>Coordinate with the Senior Manager to ensure kitchen staff and peers provide a seamless meal service within Moss Park Community Kitchen.</li><li>Ensure strict adherence to health and safety protocols in the kitchen.</li><li>Lead coordination of Fred Victor internal program catering.</li><li>Provide leadership in the coordination and preparation of our internal program catering to deliver high quality, nutritious, fresh meals that meet Toronto Shelter Standards.</li><li>Lead a team of peers through preparation and clean up.</li><li>Assist with sourcing of food for programs as needed.</li><li>Maintain relationships with Fred Victor programs by delivering high quality food/menus.</li><li>Apply food handling, and health and safety guidelines set by the Department of Public Health.</li><li>Work with Peer Training Supervisor to ensure Peers are meeting their work placement goals.</li><li>Training and nutrition education for community members and program participants.</li><li>Facilitate culinary skills training programming, including Safe Food Handling Certificate.</li><li>Supports the culinary skills development program to build job readiness skills for Fred Victor Employment and Training participants.</li><li>Offer training and orientation to kitchen supplies and equipment.</li><li>Advocate for healthy food in our 145 Queen Street HUB community and within our program shelters.</li><li>Participate as a 145 Queen Street HUB team member</li><li>Role model professional behaviour and positive communication with participants, volunteers, and partners</li><li>Promote a culture of wellness, health, and safety within our space.</li><li>Implement and uphold Fred Victor policies, values, and mission.</li></ul>What You Bring to the Team:&nbsp;<ul><li>5 years’ experience with large-scale food preparation within a professional kitchen setting.</li><li>Experience working in a Social Purpose Enterprise, peer training facility, community kitchen is an asset.</li><li>Ability to prioritize within competing priorities and timelines a) meal program b) SPE training and skills building</li></ul>c) external catering d) program catering.<ul><li>Diploma or degree in a related field of study (culinary, nutrition, social work) is an asset.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to plan and prepare healthy, delicious, culturally diverse meals for 250-500 people daily.</li><li>Creativity and ability to take initiative.</li><li>Experience with budgeting, sourcing food, and working with suppliers.</li><li>Experience supervising trainees in a kitchen environment.</li><li>Large scale baking experience.</li><li>Experience in diverse, low-income community setting an asset.</li></ul>What Sets You Apart:&nbsp;<ul><li>Exceptional&nbsp;cookingand&nbsp;food&nbsp;handlingknowledge&nbsp;and&nbsp;skills&nbsp;in&nbsp;a&nbsp;busy&nbsp;commercial&nbsp;kitchen.</li><li>Knowledge&nbsp;of&nbsp;nutrition,&nbsp;food&nbsp;access&nbsp;and&nbsp;systemic&nbsp;food&nbsp;security&nbsp;issues.</li><li>Patient,&nbsp;and&nbsp;an&nbsp;abilityto&nbsp;inspire&nbsp;and&nbsp;motivate&nbsp;diverseand&nbsp;diversly&nbsp;composedteams.</li><li>Ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;work&nbsp;with&nbsp;complexity&nbsp;and&nbsp;changing&nbsp;requirements&nbsp;on&nbsp;a&nbsp;daily&nbsp;basis.</li><li>Knowledge&nbsp;aboutand&nbsp;commitment&nbsp;to&nbsp;working&nbsp;from&nbsp;an&nbsp;anti-racist/anti-oppression&nbsp;framework&nbsp;with&nbsp;people&nbsp;from diverse backgrounds within healthy boundaries, an asset.</li><li>Flexibility&nbsp;to&nbsp;work&nbsp;under&nbsp;pressure&nbsp;and&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;diverse&nbsp;group&nbsp;of&nbsp;staff&nbsp;and&nbsp;peers.</li><li>Ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;build&nbsp;relationships&nbsp;with&nbsp;diverse&nbsp;stakeholders,&nbsp;including&nbsp;shelter&nbsp;programsand&nbsp;community&nbsp;members.</li><li>Experience&nbsp;with&nbsp;community&nbsp;/&nbsp;social&nbsp;servicessector&nbsp;through&nbsp;work&nbsp;or&nbsp;volunteerexperience&nbsp;an&nbsp;asset.</li><li>Ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;work&nbsp;sensitively&nbsp;with&nbsp;people&nbsp;of&nbsp;diverse&nbsp;backgrounds&nbsp;who&nbsp;experience&nbsp;poverty/discrimination.</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits:<ul><li>For the Senior Community Chef, Food Services, Fred Victor offers an hourly rate of $31.30.</li><li>4 weeks of vacation to start + 1 float day.</li><li>Generous paid sick leave allowance.</li><li>A comprehensive Dental, Extended Health and LTD group benefits package includes individual and family coverage, including prescriptions, hospital accommodation, hearing care, paramedical practitioners and a wide variety of dental care. Additional insurance includes vision care and travel for emergency medical services.</li><li>6.5 % of your gross salary will be contributed to a group RRSP on your behalf after successful completion of probation; you will contribute 4% of your gross salary to the same RRSP&nbsp;</li><li>Access to employee and family assistance plan</li></ul>How You Can Apply:Send your resume and an email describing why you want to be part of the Fred Victor Team by August 22, 2025&nbsp;to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:communityserviceshiring@fredvictor.org" target="_blank">communityserviceshiring@fredvictor.org</a> with “Senior Community Chef, Food Services” in the subject line.A Police Record Check is required by the final candidate prior to hiring.<ol><li>Accessibility &amp; Accommodation&nbsp;</li></ol>Fred Victor is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where employees feel valued and respected, and where every employee has the opportunity to realize their potential. As such, we welcome and encourage applicants who identify as racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons across the spectrum of sexual orientation and gender identities and have lived-experience.If you are a person with a disability and require accommodation and/or assistance during the application process, please contact us in advance. We strive to provide reasonable accommodations whenever requested.&nbsp;Information received relating to accommodation requests will be treated with confidentiality.

Fred Victor

Senior Community Chef, Food Services

About Us:The Canadian Center for Women’s Empowerment (CCFWE) is a national nonprofit based in Ottawa and the only organization in Canada solely dedicated to addressing economic abuse—a form of gender-based violence where individuals are controlled through money, housing, employment, and access to financial resources.Our mission is to empower survivors of domestic violence to achieve economic security, independence, and dignity. We do this by raising public awareness, providing survivor-centered education, and advocating for systemic change in the financial, legal, and housing sectors.We believe economic safety is a human right, and education is one of the most powerful tools to achieve it.Level of Commitment:&nbsp;Remote: 5-7 hours per week.&nbsp;Duration: Minimum 6 months commitment mandatoryApplication Deadline: August 20, 2025Responsibilities:Create simple, clear 2D and 3D animated explainer videos (1–3 minutes).Design digital illustrations, icons, or storyboards that reflect real-life survivor experiences.Collaborate with the education and communications team to visualize survivor journeys and key&nbsp;messages.Translate complex financial and legal concepts into accessible, empowering visuals.Ensure content is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and consistent with CCFWE’s tone and values.Adapt visuals for platforms including YouTube, Instagram, training slides, and other digital spaces.What You’ll Gain as a VolunteerProfessional experience with a nationally recognized nonprofit.Published work may be featured in official CCFWE materials, (with credit given if desired).Portfolio-building opportunities with real-world, mission-driven content.A reference letter and professional endorsement upon completion.The chance to collaborate creatively with a passionate, mission-driven team.The satisfaction of knowing your work helps educate, empower, and protect survivors.<h3>Ideal Candidate Profile</h3>Have beginner to intermediate skills in tools such as Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, Canadanva Pro, Vyond, or Powtoon.Are a student, newcomer, early-career creative, or self-taught animator/illustrator.Enjoy turning ideas into visual stories that connect with people.Are passionate about gender equity, financial education, or advocacy for survivors.Can work with care, confidentiality, and sensitivity to trauma-informed topics.Are self-motivated, organized, and open to collaboration and feedback.<h3>To Apply:</h3>To apply, please send your CV, along with 1–3 samples of your animation or illustration work (or a link to your portfolio), to <a href="mailto:volunteer@ccfwe.org" target="_blank">volunteer@ccfwe.org</a>.&nbsp;by August 20, 2025.We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Indigenous applicants, individuals of all genders, nationalities, and persons with disabilities. Our commitment to equity and justice is deeply embedded in our<a href="https://ccfwe.org/who-we-are/" target="_blank"> core values</a>. &nbsp;

Canadian Center for Women's  Empowerment (CCFWE)

Mid-Level Video Animator & Illustrator (VOLUNTEER)

A world free of the effects of diabetes is our vision. That’s why we’re working together to improve the quality of life of people living with diabetes. We’re sharing knowledge and creating connections for individuals and the health-care professionals who care for them; advocating through public policy; and funding research to improve treatments and find a cure to end diabetes.Join our dedicated volunteer team for the Toronto Conference #LetsEndDiabetes!We are looking for volunteers to join us for our Conference being held in Toronto this November.Dates: November 26, 2025 – November 29, 2025Volunteers play an integral role at the Conference and will help attendees with registration, navigation, and scanning for conference sessions and symposia. &nbsp;Volunteers who complete a minimum of 12 hours will also get their conference fee covered.<ul><li>Registration – helping people to successfully register for the conference and providing name badges for attendees</li><li>Navigation – helping attendees finding where their sessions are taking place</li><li>Scanning – ensuring that the attendees are all scanned into their sessions to ensure that they are given the appropriate credits for their education</li><li>Other roles as required.</li></ul>Please Note: do not apply to this posting directly. Please click on the link below to complete the Diabetes Canada/CSEM Professional Conference Volunteer Application Form.<a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=5pyKV2Sc5EekoHD9FD3v3U7-I-Yn67lDqhF_st1xuGtUN1pDT0I5Q1FKRTNRV1BJS0tTM1dCVkdBUi4u" target="_blank">Diabetes Canada/CSEM Professional Conference 2025 Volunteer Application Form</a>If you experience any issues, please contact us at <a href="mailto:volunteer@diabetes.ca" target="_blank">volunteer@diabetes.ca</a>&nbsp;

Diabetes Canada

Diabetes Canada/CSEM Professional Conference 2025 Volunteers

Make a Difference After School – Become a Running &amp; Reading Club Mentor!Join the fun and impact lives with the&nbsp;Start2Finish Running &amp; Reading Club—a unique after-school program that promotes&nbsp;literacy, healthy active living, and play for children aged&nbsp;6–13 (Grades 1–6).Running from&nbsp;October to May, just&nbsp;one afternoon a week for two hours, you’ll support students through meaningful activities that help them stay in school, build self-confidence, and form positive relationships with peers and mentors.You&nbsp;don’t need to be a runner—there’s a role for everyone!As a Volunteer Mentor, you’ll: ✅ Participate in fun fitness activities 📖 Read one-on-one with children 🥪 Help serve healthy snacks 🔠 Lead or support engaging literacy games and activitiesWith your support, students will feel seen, supported, and empowered to dream big. Be the reason a child discovers their confidence and a brighter future! Calgary Locations to choose from:<ul><li>Bowcroft Elementary, Wednesdays 3:15-5:15pm, 3940 - 73 Street N., Calgary, AB T3B 2L9</li><li>Erin Woods School, Wednesdays 2:40-4:40pm, 25 Erin Park Drive SE, Calgary, AB T2B 2Z9</li><li>James Short Memorial/G.W. Skene, 3:40-5:40pm, 6333 5 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2A 3V7</li></ul>Training will be providedRequired Skills:<ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Verbal communication</li><li>Active listening</li><li>Enthusiastic engagement</li><li>Problem solving</li><li>Time Management</li><li>Group facilitation</li><li>Teamwork</li><li>Experience working with children is beneficial</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Give back to the community in a meaningful way</li><li>Gain personal satisfaction</li><li>Meet new people and develop friendships and professional contacts</li><li>Skill and personal development</li><li>Build self-esteem</li><li>Challenge yourself and experience personal growth</li><li>Develop a sense of accomplishment</li><li>Reference letter upon request (minimum 1 term volunteering required)</li><li>Enhance your health and well-being</li><li>Have fun!</li></ul>

Volunteer Running & Reading Coach/Mentor Calgary

Why Join the Certified Listeners Society?We are a not-for-profit organization based in Ontario, Canada, built by a community of people dedicated to providing early-stage emotional support to anyone who needs it 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. We are not a crisis helpline. We believe that by serving the masses to navigate the challenges of our lives, with early-stage and real-time Emotional Support interventions, we can help individuals make better mental health lifestyle choices to live better, happier, healthier lives. Visit our website to find out more about us: <a href="https://certifiedlisteners.org/" target="_blank">https://certifiedlisteners.org/</a>Job OverviewThe Emotional Chat Volunteer, also known as a Certified Listener, will provide emotional support on the online chat platform and support chatters in distress and emotional. As a Certified Listener, you are not a therapist or telling others what to do, and our volunteers do not provide crisis intervention or addiction counselling. Proper training will be provided before taking support chats, and this is an opportunity to gain more life skills.Perks of volunteering for CLS<ul>	<li>	Flexible scheduling	</li>	<li>	Work from home	</li>	<li>	Gain community service hours	</li>	<li>	Opportunities to join other volunteering positions in the organization	</li>	<li>	Hours could be used to fill academic requirements	</li>	<li>	Reference Letter outlining your commitment to Certified Listeners	</li></ul>Responsibilities and Duties<ul>	<li>	Providing immediate and confidential support followed by the agency procedures and policies	</li>	<li>	Providing early-stage and real-time interventions to callers	</li>	<li>	Completing weekly shifts and reporting to the Certified Listener's coordinator	</li>	<li>	Collaborating with other volunteers and staff in a respectful and professional manner	</li>	<li>	Building relationships and having conversations through empathy and emotion on the online platform	</li>	<li>	Ongoing training, development and support from the team	</li></ul>What will you NOT be doing<ul>	<li>	Certified Listener Volunteers are not therapists or hold themselves out to be	</li>	<li>	Try to provide callers with mental health support or services	</li>	<li>	Telling people what to do or how they should live their lives	</li>	<li>	Providing crisis intervention or addiction counselling.	</li></ul>Qualifications and Skills<ul>	<li>	Excellent communication skills and computer literate	</li>	<li>	Proficiency in the English language, specifically written	</li>	<li>	Capacity to remain calm and collected in challenging situations	</li>	<li>	Non-judgemental and acceptance of the various values and beliefs of others	</li>	<li>	Ability to work independently and in a team environment	</li>	<li>	Access to reliable internet connectivity and private workspace from home	</li>	<li>	Adherence to Certified Listeners Society policies, procedures and online chat guidelines	</li></ul>Requirements<ul>	<li>	18+ Years Old	</li>	<li>	Have residency in Canada or the USA (e.g., Canadian citizenship, PR, work permit, work visa, etc.)	</li>	<li>	Two references (professional, academic or volunteer-related)	</li>	<li>	Police reference check, including vulnerable sector screening	</li>	<li>	Successful completion of all comprehensive Core Competencies training programs, quizzes, and screening process	</li>	<li>	Reliable in fulfilling weekly shift commitments	</li>	<li>	Able to comply with Certified Listeners Society policies and procedures and our Code of Ethics	</li>	<li>	Maintain a confidential workplace as well as confidentiality about your work.	</li>	<li>	Sign and comply with our Volunteer Non-Disclosure Agreement.	</li>	<li>	Participate in ongoing training and work-related&nbsp;development opportunities.	</li></ul>

Certified Listeners Society

Certified Listener Volunteer - Emotional Support

Why Join the Certified Listeners Society?We are a not-for-profit organization based in Ontario, Canada, built by a community of people dedicated to providing early-stage emotional support to anyone who needs it seven days a week, 365 days a year. We are not a crisis helpline. We believe that by serving the masses to navigate the challenges of our lives, with early-stage and real-time Emotional Support interventions, we can help individuals make better mental health lifestyle choices to live better, happier, healthier lives. Visit our website to find out more about us: <a href="https://certifiedlisteners.org/" target="_blank">https://certifiedlisteners.org/</a>Job OverviewCertified Listener Shift Supervisors provide support for all volunteers and callers. They observe every chat and guide/coach volunteers to help them provide empathetic support without giving advice. Supervisors also assess chats to determine if mental health resources need to be provided and take over chats that exceed volunteer scope or abilities. Reporting to the Certified Listener Program Manager, you will be tasked to supervise our Certified Listener Volunteers and provide them with emotional support as needed.&nbsp;Given that we are an emotional support service, Canadalls may vary in nature. This is an excellent opportunity to learn valuable skills and volunteer from home.Perks of volunteering for CLS<ul>	<li>	Flexible scheduling	</li>	<li>	Work from home	</li>	<li>	Gain community service hours.	</li>	<li>	May be able to use hours to fill academic requirements.	</li>	<li>	Reference Letter outlining your commitment to Certified Listeners Society.	</li></ul>Responsibilities and Duties<ul>	<li>	Providing immediate and confidential support to our certified listener volunteers (chat, etc.) using agency procedures and policies	</li>	<li>	Helping our Certified Listener Volunteers by providing them with resources and referrals when appropriate	</li>	<li>	Understanding what to do if you are concerned about a person’s safety (Client or Certified Listener Volunteer)	</li>	<li>	Working with callers/chatters, volunteers, and staff in a respectful and professional manner	</li>	<li>	Ability to type 40 WPM	</li>	<li>	Perform risk assessments during a chat to determine whether they are beyond our scope.	</li>	<li>	Work with callers/chatters, volunteers, and staff respectfully and professionally.	</li></ul>What will you NOT be doing<ul>	<li>	Certified Listener Volunteers are not therapists or hold themselves out to be.	</li>	<li>	Volunteers only provide emotional support and should not try to give the callers mental health support or services.	</li>	<li>	Telling people what to do or how they should live their lives	</li>	<li>	Providing crisis intervention or addiction counselling.	</li></ul>Qualifications and Skills<ul>	<li>	Ability to work with individuals of diverse cultural and social backgrounds	</li>	<li>	Demonstrated ability to function well under pressure	</li>	<li>	Demonstrated conflict management and resolution skills	</li>	<li>	Comfortable interacting using electronic mediums	</li>	<li>	Supervisory experience preferred	</li>	<li>	Sound working knowledge of community services	</li>	<li>	Risk assessment skills	</li>	<li>	Knowledge of domestic violence and resources	</li>	<li>	Proven knowledge/experience in mental health	</li>	<li>	Demonstrated knowledge of risk assessments, suicide prevention	</li>	<li>	Training in Assist or other Suicide Intervention models is preferred	</li>	<li>	Training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention is preferred	</li></ul>Requirements<ul>	<li>	A completed degree or diploma in a mental health&nbsp;field (nursing, psychology, social work, etc.)&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Proof that your degree is from an accredited university or college	</li>	<li>	Two references (professional, academic or volunteer-related)	</li>	<li>	Police reference check, including vulnerable sector screening	</li>	<li>	Successful completion of all comprehensive Core Competencies training programs, quizzes, and screening process	</li>	<li>	Reliability in fulfilling weekly shift commitments	</li>	<li>	Comply with Certified Listeners Society policies and procedures and our Code of Ethics	</li>	<li>	Maintain a confidential workplace as well as confidentiality about your work	</li>	<li>	Sign and comply with our Volunteer Non-Disclosure Agreement	</li>	<li>	Participation in ongoing training and work relation development opportunities	</li></ul>

Shift Supervisor Volunteer - Emotional Support

VOLUNTEER Opportunity: &nbsp;LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (LMS) SPECIALIST ___________________________________________________________________________________ Organization: &nbsp; Partners in Education Ethiopia (<a href="https://www.partnersinedethiopia.org/" target="_blank">https://www.partnersinedethiopia.org/</a>) Project Name:&nbsp; Kolibri Learning Management System (<a href="https://learningequality.org/kolibri/download/" target="_blank">https://learningequality.org/kolibri/download/</a>) Location: &nbsp; Remote (Edmonton AB &amp; Addis Ababa, Ethiopia) Application Deadline: &nbsp;July 18, 2025 Start Date: July 28, 2025 End Date: &nbsp;November 30, 2025 Time Commitment: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 15 to 20 hours/month Reports to: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Director of Programs, Partners in Education Ethiopia _________________________________________________________________________________<ol>	<li>The Organization - Partners in Education Ethiopia-Education for Change</li></ol>Partners in Education Ethiopia (Partners) is a non-denominational Canadian charity registered in Alberta and with &nbsp;the Canadian Revenue Agency (No.827187774RR0001). It is also registered in Ethiopia under the revised proclamation of the Ethiopian Civil Society Organizations (No.3337) and in the State of Alaska (EIN:32-0616065). Our mission is to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and youth through quality, inclusive education. We follow a holistic approach to addressing the multiple barriers to education in underserved communities. Communities contribute initial projects and contribute 60-80% of project costs, ensuring local ownership and sustainability. We focus on Ethiopia because of the need. The Ethiopian government, with support from civil society and other development partners, has put significant effort into increasing access to education. However, an estimated 13 million children are still out of school, 3.5 million are at risk of dropping out of school, and only 33.1% of students make it to secondary school. Impact Date (2015 to 2025):<ul>	<li>27&nbsp; schools constructed and furnished</li>	<li>34,500&nbsp; students enrolled (including 185 children with disabilities)</li>	<li>1,165&nbsp; teachers trained</li>	<li>120,000+ eye assessments conducted</li>	<li>8&nbsp; vision centres established</li>	<li>16,500 individuals received glasses, surgery or treatment</li>	<li>2,300 internally displaced children supported</li></ul>&nbsp;<ol>	<li>Project Overview: Kolibri LMS Customization </li></ol>We are seeking a volunteer LMS&nbsp; specialist to lead the customization ofKolibri, an open-source learning platform developed by Learning Equity, to meet the needs of Partners and the Amhara Regional Sate Education Department (ED) in Ethiopia. Required features of the learning management system:<ul>	<li>Easy multimedia content uploading and editing</li>	<li>User-friendly interface for students, teachers, and parents</li>	<li>Online and offline access</li>	<li>Optimal user experience across a variety of devices (phones, tablets, laptops, desktops)</li>	<li>Student progress tracking and reporting</li>	<li>School-level registration and user enrollment</li>	<li>Child digital safety and data protection</li></ul> Platforms to be integrated in the LMS:<ul>	<li>Content platform (eLibrary) for primary and secondary grades</li>	<li>Interactive self-paced and self-directed learning platform&nbsp;</li>	<li>Remote and hybrid/simulation-based teaching platform</li>	<li>Learning assessment platform with speech recognition AI for measuring early grade reading fluency</li>	<li>Professional development platform for teachers and leaders</li></ul> Expected Deliverables:<ul>	<li>A fully integrated and customized Kolibri LMS</li>	<li>A user manual for teachers and students</li>	<li>A troubleshooting guide for systems administrators</li></ul> Responsibilities: In collaboration with the IT staff from Partners and ED, the volunteer will:<ul>	<li>Develop a detailed work plan</li>	<li>Present bi-weekly progress updates to the leadership of Partners and ED and advisory committee</li>	<li>Pilot the platform in one school and refine based on feedback</li>	<li>Deliver final LMS, user manual and troubleshooting guide</li></ul>&nbsp;<ol>	<li>Required Qualifications:</li></ol><ul>	<li>Minimum 7 years experience with LMS</li>	<li>Previous experience developing/customizing LMS</li>	<li>Familiarity with Kolibri is preferred</li>	<li>Knowledge of AI tools for education</li>	<li>Strong written communication and organizational skills</li>	<li>Excellent organizational skills</li>	<li>Experience in multicultural and NGO environments is desirable</li></ul> &nbsp;

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Learning Management Systems (LMS) Specialist - Volunteer

Board of Directors Since 1993, Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation (AIWC) has been a champion for the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned wildlife. Accredited through the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association, AIWC serves the needs of Alberta’s diverse wildlife in Calgary and southern Alberta.&nbsp;As a registered charity, AIWC relies on charitable donations and dedicated volunteers to support the more than 1,900 varied animals in need of care every year. AIWC welcomes Alberta’s injured and orphaned wildlife, small and large, from hummingbirds to black bear cubs.&nbsp;Our vision:Preserving the legacy of wildlife.Our mission:AIWC is committed to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of injured and orphaned wildlife. We provide expert advice and education that fosters an appreciation of wildlife.AIWC is accepting applications for directors to serve on our Board of Directors. This position is best suited to individuals with a passion for wildlife and wildlife conservation, and a strong interest in being a part of AIWC’s governing body.&nbsp; Position Length: 2-year term with option to extend.Position Responsibilities<ul><li>Attend monthly board meetings.</li><li>Contribute to committee work (dependent on work needed/area of expertise).</li><li>Actively advocate for AIWC among your networks.</li><li>Provide advice and guidance according to your expertise.</li><li>Minimum 3 hours per month.</li></ul>Desired Skills and Experience:&nbsp;<ul><li>Strong passion for wildlife and conservation.</li><li>Expertise in one or more of the following areas: capital campaign management, public relations, human resources, grants and fundraising, legal, strategic planning, etc.&nbsp;</li><li>Previous non-profit management work, as either a Board member, employee or volunteer.</li><li>Strong ethics and sense of accountability.</li><li>Willingness to collaborate and work in a team environment. &nbsp;</li></ul>Why Volunteer?Join our fantastic team to help ensure that injured and orphaned wildlife across Alberta continue to get the best possible chance of success in the wild. In this role, you will work with dedicated, like-minded community members to truly make a difference to both the human and animal populations of Alberta.&nbsp;Application Deadline: August 31, 2025. E-mail cover letter and resume to the attention of Holly Lillie, Executive Director: <a href="mailto:holly.lillie@aiwc.ca" target="_blank">holly.lillie@aiwc.ca</a>Prospective member applications will be reviewed by the existing Board, and applicants may be invited to attend a meeting as part of the recruitment process.&nbsp;For more information on AIWC, please visit our website:&nbsp;<a href="blank">www.aiwc.ca</a>We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation

Volunteer Board Member

Do you enjoy connecting with people and helping them get to the right person or place? Are you friendly, dedicated and organized? Are you looking to gain experience as a volunteer receptionist greeting clients/visitors to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories? In this role, you would be the person who is making that first connection with clients and visitors of the Alzheimer Society, in-person, over the phone, or email. Our Mission: The Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories brings awareness to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias; helps alleviate the personal and social consequences of the disease; provides education and support programs; and promotes and funds research into the cause, prevention and cure. Our Values: CARE: Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empathy Position Purpose: The volunteer Administrative Assistant provides administrative support to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta &amp; Northwest Territories (AS ABNT) In support of the AS ABNT mission, this volunteer position is critical to supporting people living with dementia and their care partners by acting as the first point of contact for clients and visitors. &nbsp; As a volunteer you will provide excellent front-level service to create a warm and welcoming environment. &nbsp; This position also supports day-to-day organizational and administrative activities that ensure we are providing person centered support to every person who contacts AS ABNT.&nbsp; Tasks / Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the administrative assistant include, but are not limited to: •&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Greet and assist clients and visitors •&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Answer incoming calls and inquiries and redirect as appropriate, providing basic information on programs and services and answering general questions about donations, etc. •&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Oversee reception email inbox, primarily redirecting to appropriate staff or completing client program registration •&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;General office administration support including client information package preparation and mailing, management and display of information for clients, creation of program binders, office phone coverage Location / Setting: Red Deer office in front-end reception area. Primarily sitting at a desk using computer and phone throughout volunteer hours.

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