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Grapes of Wrath volunteer [ More info  ]  
Volunteers are needed for the Grapes of Wrath - Niagara's Extreme Running Race in the following areas: registration, treasury, course monitors, parking, fight back zone, t-shirts & swag bags, time keepers, volunteer registration
Canadian Cancer Society, Niagara Unit

Various Opportunities [ More info  ]       
Volunteer Opportunities: Public speaking to groups about realities of lupus; deliver & display posters throughout Niagara Region for upcoming events; deliver and monitor coin boxes at various businesses; attend Health Fairs and luncheons throughout Region on behalf of Lupus Foundation of Ontario; arrange and assist at Fundraisers; offer telephone support to shut-ins; deliver up-to-date medical information to area doctors and medical clinics, restock brochures and bookmarks throughout region at libraries, drug stores, clinics, etc.
Lupus Foundation of Ontario

Volunteers for "Walk for Lupus" [ More info  ]       
Volunteers needed for: "2013 Walk for Lupus" 
Throughout the Niagara Region - Niagara Falls, Ridgeway, Stevensville, Fort Erie, Welland, Wainfleet, Port Colborne, St. Catharines, etc. areas during the spring and summer months.  
(Walks will take place in communities across Ontario.) Needed are team leaders to recruit walkers and pledges. Donations of prizes would also be appreciated for presentation to the walkers who donate the most money, etc. 
 
Funds from these provincial walks will be used to develop information packages to assist patients, families, teachers, medical personnel, to see lupus through the eyes of a child. Currently, there is not a definitive package available to assist parents dealing with the many facets of lupus. 

Lupus Foundation of Ontario

Event and Fundraising Assistant [ More info  ]  
Participate in committee meetings, assist in the office where required and be available to help at fundraising or other events.
St Catharines Right to Life Association Inc

Community Ambasadors [ More info  ]       
As a community ambassador you will be responsible for representing CACN at different community events (for example: conferences, volunteer fairs, information booths, etc.) throughout the Niagara Region. You will be there to answer questions and hand out informational and promotional materials.
Child Advocacy Centre Niagara

Fundraising Volunteers [ More info  ]       
As a Fundraising Volunteer, you will have the opportunity to assist CACN staff and Board members during special events and/or become a member of CACN’s Annual Giving Committee. 
As a Community Ambassador, you will attend events on behalf of CACN.
Child Advocacy Centre Niagara

Grant Writing Volunteers [ More info  ]       
CACN relies on grant contributions for the delivery of many of their services. As a grant writing volunteer, you will have the opportunity to help CACN staff in the writing of grant proposals. This is a great opportunity for those individuals who would like to volunteer from their own home!
Child Advocacy Centre Niagara

Material Distribution Volunteer [ More info  ]       
Material distribution volunteers are a great asset to the CACN team as they are tasked with the responsibility of distributing CACN informational and promotional materials to Niagara Communities outside of St. Catharines.
Child Advocacy Centre Niagara

General Help [ More info  ]  
Whatever you can give to the program. Kitchen help, serving dinners, yard work, building maintenance
Royal Canadian Legion, #230

Residential Campaign [ More info  ]  
Canvas neighbourhood /street
Arthritis Society, The, Niagara Peninsula Office

Special Event Volunteer [ More info  ]  
Special Event and Fund Raising Volunteer
Community Living - Grimsby, Lincoln and West Lincoln, Administration/Community Services

Volunteer Co-Ordinator [ More info  ]       
Individuals 
-Participate on committees for special events, fundraising activities, marketing and public relations. 
-Meet a potential Wish Child, and learn how to administer their special wish. 
-Include the Tender Wishes foundation in your estate planning. 
-Consider In Memoriam donations in memory of a deceased loved one. 
 
Clubs 
-Promote a special event on the behalf of our charity. 
-Throw out a challenge to another club, or organize a fundraising event amongst your members. 
 
Schools 
-Promote the Tender Wishes Foundation at your school events and organize a special fundraising event. 
-Contact the Tender Wishes Foundation to complete your Community Hours.... we need your "helping hand." 
 
Businesses 
-Involve your company and organize a special fundraising event to raise awareness and funding for wishes. 
-make a donation of product/services, which we can raffle, or auction. 
-Underwrite or sponsor an administration cost for a period. (Postage, telephone, stationery)
Tender Wishes Foundation

Relay for Life Student Leaders [ More info  ]       
Student leaders to organize a Relay For Life at your school. All committee positions will be found in the student body of the school.
Canadian Cancer Society, Relay For Life Youth Program

Event Volunteer [ More info  ]     
General volunteer opportunities for local chapter events (ie Golf Tournament and Trivia night). Help with our MS Walk (planning and day of event). Help with our MS Bike tour (planning and day of event).
Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, Ontario Division, Niagara Peninsula Chapter of Hope

Volunteers [ More info  ]       
To help at Foot Care Clinics, Wellness Clinics, Flu Clinics, fundraising events, office work 

Victorian Order of Nurses - Hamilton Niagara

Event Volunteer [ More info  ]    
Volunteering at the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer offers a broad range of opportunities depending on availability and interest. 
•Office Volunteers - Gain administrative experience by helping out in our event office. Volunteers can assist the team with phone calls, mailings, and more. Gain experience that can help you with your future activities! 
•Welcome Team – Groups of two equipped with a site map and a list of “Frequently Asked Questions” welcome Riders, help answer questions, and direct participants to their next station. 
•Jersey Exchange Team – Assist Riders wishing to exchange their jersey for a new size. 
•Event Flow Team - The event flow team is set up at various “busy” locations at the Opening Ceremonies in order to keep people moving and avoid crowding. 
•Bike Tech Assistance Team - Assist bike techs with adhering the Survivor Flags to each Survivor Rider’s bike and assist with line management as necessary. 
•Bike Parking Team – Assists the Crew Bike Parking Team with monitoring exits to the Bike Parking Area. 
•Hydration Station Team – Helps Riders fill their water bottles, restocks the hydration stations as necessary, and reminds Riders to fill their bottles at the Hydration Station and Pit Stops along the Route. 
•Tent Assignment Team – Assists Riders with obtaining their Camp-site tent assignment number. 
•Bike Loading Team – Assists Riders with loading their bikes onto the Bike Transport Trucks. 
•Bike Unloading Team – Assist with placing bikes on racks and monitoring the bike parking area when bikes arrive from the Finish Line. 

Ride to Conquer Cancer

Board Member [ More info  ]  
This is a working Board. Board members are expected to assist in all aspects of our work. This includes finding landlords willing to be part of our program, finding clients to be renters in our program, and doing public relations work for the association.
Lincoln Association for Affordable Housing

Volunteer Retail Sales Clerk - Gift Shop [ More info  ]  
Gift Shop - cashier, customer service, restocking inventory, itemizing merchandise. 

Niagara Health System, Welland Site

Special Event/Fundraiser Help [ More info  ]       
Assisting with various fundraising events such as spring dinner/dance (ticket sales, set-up, working auction tables, etc.), fall Ride & Walk-a-Thon (registration, water station, road safety, etc.), promotional events throughout year (meet & greet, answer questions from public), etc.
HATS - Horse Alternative Therapeutic Services

Various Volunteer Positions - Welland & District Humane Society [ More info  ]       
**PLEASE NOTE** You MUST be at least 18 years of age to volunteer. 
 
Do you love animals and have some spare time?  
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us with: 
Fundraising events, i.e. Pawsitive Action Walkathon, Annual Dinner Auction, Golf Tournament, Fun Days, Open Houses, Raffle ticket sales, etc. 
Handy person for odd jobs 
Dog Walkers 
Groundskeeping 
Computer & Graphic Skills 
Office/general (stuffing envelopes/donations/dog tag receipts, penny rolling) 
Adopt-a-thon at PetSmart 
 
Cat Adoption Centre, Seaway Mall -  
We are looking for mature, reliable adults to volunteer at our Cat Adoption Centre. Duties include interacting with the public, promoting adoptions, cleaning and tending to our many cats and kittens. 
 
We need people who are motivated and willing to work individually and as part of a team.
Welland and District Humane Society, Welland Animal Shelter, SPCA

Marketing Coordinator [ More info  ]  
• Prepare draft communications, invitations, and mailings related to events. 
• Communicate with media to promote events. 
• Coordinate publications including annual reports, surveys, project outreach ------- 
• Maintain and distribute current listings of upcoming events within and outside CAN for distribution to employees, staff, news media, educational institutions;  
• Plan and coordinate all logistics associated with tradeshows and other conference events. 
• Represent CAN in special events, trade shows and marketing conferences 
• Design and development of collateral and other marketing communications for direct marketing programs and sales tools. 
• Research to identify clients, market segment opportunities, and competition. Conduct other market research as required. 
• Execute tactical marketing projects and assignments. 
• Prepare progress reports and status updates on weekly/monthly basis for assigned tasks and initiatives. 
• Coordinate events including meetings, speaking engagements, seminars, trade shows and exhibits. 
• Develop marketing literature, ensuring valid, current and accurate content. 

Climate Action Niagara

Bingo Volunteer [ More info  ]  
- have own transportation to and from Delta Bingo Hall in Niagara Falls 
- count the bingo cards and books 
- sell bingo books and cards 
- collect money & make change 
- count cash & complete paper work 
- refer to Delta Bingo Hall Manager for questions and when paperwork is complete
YWCA Niagara Region

Board Member [ More info  ]  
To serve on the Board of Directors. Fundraising, Grants, Making decisions about events, purchases, and other financial concerns. Representing The association in the public eye. Contributing time and ideas for all public events. A strong Art and Craft background is recommended. Experience in non- profit associations and business is needed.
Peterson Community Workshop Association (Chippawa)

Various Volunteers Needed at Habitat for Humanity [ More info  ]  
Volunteer Coordinator Assistant 
• Log volunteer hours on a weekly basis 
• Update volunteer bulletin board 
• Maintain and create volunteer files 
• Updating our volunteer active list 
• Assist with ReStore requests (signage, volunteer hours etc). 
• Responding to new volunteer inquires 
 
Requirements 
• Commit to a minimum of one shift for 4 hours a week 
• A 6 month commitment  
• Organized  
• Acts in a professional manner  
• A people person 
 
Event Committee 
• Provide assistance with preparation for events (Christmas Party, AGM, Golf Tournaments, Business After 5) 
• Assist in the set up and tear down of supplies, equipment and other various things 
• Help with the pick ups and drop offs before and after events 
• Responsible for registration tables day of events 
• Other duties as assigned 
 
Requirements 
• Access to a vehicle 
• Early morning, afternoon, evening availability 
• Able to work well under tight deadlines and pressure 
• Act in a professional manner  
• Works well in a team environment 
 
Salvage Team: 
• Salvage items from donor’s homes during renovations and demolitions (cabinetry, doors, windows, etc.), full kitchens are our main focus 
• Assist in loading and unloading these salvaged items from donor’s home to ReStore vehicles to ReStore 
 
Requirements 
• Knowledge of renovations and/or construction a must 
• Able to lift up to 65 lbs.  
• Steel toe footwear 
• Professional communication 
• Safety conscious 
 
ReStore Crew Member: 
• Provide customer service  
• General housekeeping tasks. 
• Assist with merchandise pick ups  
• Assist in loading and unloading merchandise from customer’s vehicles and ReStore vehicles  
• Repair damaged merchandise  
• Assemble merchandise  
• Assist in moving merchandise onto the sales floor  
 
Requirements 
• Steel toe footwear 
• Professional communication 
• Safety conscious 
 
 

Habitat for Humanity Niagara

Event Help (Short term) [ More info  ]  
We are looking for assistance with our special events. Varied. 
Golf Tournament - Sept 28th (all day or night) 
Vineland Art Fest - October 8th (1pm-5pm) 
Hike for Hospice - 1st Sunday in May 2013 (11am - 3pm)
McNally House, Niagara West Community Hospice

Chapter Volunteers & Event Committee Positions Available [ More info  ]       
Volunteers are responsible for fundraising and creating awareness for Kids Help Phone.  
 
Chapter volunteers and event committee positions are available throughout the Niagara Region.  
 
(Only professional paid counselors staff the Kids Help Phone phone lines) 
 
We have several established and successful events that take place annually. 
 
The Walk so Kids can Talk event takes place annually on the first Sunday in May. Planning for this events starts in January of each year.  
 
The Kids Help Phone Boolathon presented by BMO Financial Group takes place annually on the last Sunday in October. It is a ghoulishly good time! Planning for this event starts in July. Registration www.boolathon.ca  

Kids Help Phone, Niagara Chapter

Volunteers [ More info  ]  
Volunteers are required for the following duties: 
-Special Events 
-Gardens (Upkeep and maintenance)  
-Painting  
-Community Events for group awareness 
-Handyman for small projects (Bicycle repairs, battery operated jeep repairs, etc) 
-Fundraising
Niagara Safety Village

Volunteer Board of Directors [ More info  ]       
We are looking for motivated individuals who are interested in securing ecological, agricultural and cultural lands for public benefit throughout the Niagara Peninsula today for future generations. In this leadership position, you will be part of a Board that oversees all aspects of the organization and work with staff to achieve our mission; conserving Niagara’s natural heritage. The Board of Directors elects its Executive positions (Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Treasurer) yearly.  
 
SUMMARY OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  
- Leadership 
- Attends monthly Board meetings and important related meetings 
- Stays informed about organization matters, prepares themselves well for meetings, and reviews and comments for minutes and reports 
- Participates on one of the other NLT Committees 
- Is an advocate of the NLT 
- Actively involved in fund raising 
- Responsible for overseeing the financial and statutory responsibilities of the organization as a registered charity 
- Participates, develops and revises the Strategic Plan  
- Approves, monitors and reviews Policies and Procedures 
- Recommends replacement at the end of a 3-year term 
 

Niagara Land Trust Foundation

Bingo Volunteer [ More info  ]  
Counting Bingo cards and money, selling Bingo cards, recording transactions, paying out prize money, completing any necessary paperwork. Will also be working with 3-4 other Bingo staff.
Boys and Girls Club of Niagara

Various Volunteers [ More info  ]  
Acting as a youth mentor, helping with daily operations, cooking, cleaning, helping run and plan daily activities. Help with promotion of the FORT and fundraising.
Foundation of Resources for Teens (FORT)

Bingo Volunteer [ More info  ]  
Various bingo duties in fundraising for Hotel Dieu Shaver Health & Rehabilitation Centre.
Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre, Complex Care and Regional Rehabilitation

Break-Open Lottery Ticket Sales Representative [ More info  ]  
- selling break-open tickets as a hospital fundraiser for patients and patient equipment 
- providing appropriate change to ticket holders  
- counting cash and collecting information as carefully as possible 

Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre, Complex Care and Regional Rehabilitation

Committee Member - Fundraising & Marketing [ More info  ]       
We are looking for motivated individuals who are interested in securing ecological, agricultural and cultural lands, for public benefit throughout the Niagara Peninsula, today for future generations by participating on the Niagara Land Trust's Fundraising & Marketing Committee, which aids in the communications, marketing and outreach of the Niagara Land Trust as well as coordinating fundraising activities and events.  
 
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 
-Attends monthly meetings and important related meetings 
-Attends field outings as required 
-Stays informed about committee matters, prepares themselves well for meetings, and reviews and comments for minutes and reports 
-Supports the NLT mission and is an advocate of the NLT 
 

Niagara Land Trust Foundation

Hope Centre Needs Volunteers [ More info  ]  
Office Work: typing, answer and make phone calls, photocopying, faxing, data entry, making signs and notices  
 
Fund Raising: publicity, presentations, planning and running events, setup/take-down for special events, contacting donors 
 
Soup Kitchen: meal preparation, serving food to clients, food donation intake  
 
Food Bank: food drives, pick up and delivery, setup/take-down for special events, food donation inventory, stocking shelves, packing food for clients per size of family 
 
Hope Community Garden: preparing gardens for planting, planting, garden maintenance, etc. 
 
General: drivers and housekeeping duties 
 
Technical Work: computer updating, maintenance and repair, setup  

Hope Centre, The

Girls Night In [ More info  ]       
Looking for an excuse to get together with the girls! - We are looking for event hosts to support this exciting program from the Canadian Cancer Society. For more information please email Angela at adaley@ontario.cancer.ca or call 905-684-6455. For more information about the program you can also visit www.girlsnightinforcancer.ca 
 
Girls Night In is simple – women invite their girlfriends over for a fun night in and donate what they would usually spend on a night out to the Canadian Cancer Society. All proceeds go towards women’s cancer research*. Hosts can choose to do whatever they like whenever it works for them. They can organize a simple catch up with the girls, make it a special evening or add it to something they are already doing.
Canadian Cancer Society, Niagara Unit

HELPP Ticket Sales [ More info  ]  
Sell lottery tickets to staff, visitors and patients. 
Raise money to purchase much-needed hospital equipment.  
Make change. Handle money accurately. Interact with people well. Good conversation skills.
Niagara Health System, St Catharines Site

Relay For Life Youth Program Specialist [ More info  ]       
Organize a student committee to host a Relay For Life Event in your school. There are many positions on the committee (event chair, volunteer chair, finance chair, survivor chair, team captain chair, logistics chair, luminary chair, entertainment chair, registration chair, awareness chair, staff advisor) and each has an integral role to play in organizing the event.
Canadian Cancer Society, Niagara Unit

Gift Wrap [ More info  ]  
Wrap gifts, gift with purchase, stock up supplies
Arthritis Society, The, Niagara Peninsula Office

Event Volunteer [ More info  ]  
Volunteer assists the Library Staff, Friends Groups and Library Board with organizing, planning, set up and implantation of various library events and activities throughout the year as part of our children, adult and senior programs.
Pelham Public Library, Fonthill Branch

Digital Volunteer [ More info  ]       
As an important nexus in community building, digital volunteers are active global citizens and valued partners of UNICEF Canada who make a positive difference in the lives of chidlren around the world. They cultivate support and encourage loyalty to UNICEF Canada through awareness, advocacy, and fundraising activities. 
 
Through information sharing and social networking, digital volunteers partner with UNICEF Canada in advocacy and development, working to ensure that all children can grow up safe, healthy, and educated; and protected against violence, abuse, and discrimination. 
 
Responsibilities: 
- Be an active participant in our online communities 
- Champion UNICEF Canada by promoting awareness, advocacy, and fundraising campaigns 
- Share UNICEF Canada's stories by helping us spread the word online 
- Maintain political impartiality on issues when representing UNICEF Canada 
- Provide feedback on your participation & suggest new ways to get involved 
- Sign and abide by the UNICEF Canada Volunteer Code of Conduct and Privacy Policy 
- Uphold a spirit of diversity and respect
UNICEF Canada

Ambassador, Regional Leadership Council, Events Volunteer, Vision Mate, Driver [ More info  ]       
Ambassador - give presentations and staff information tables to educate the public about vision loss, promote vision health, and enhance awareness of CNIB and our services. 
 
Regional Leadership Council - attend meetings to discuss all areas of CNIB and give ideas to help make CNIB better known in your community, learn about CNIB. 
 
Events Volunteer - volunteer at some events coordinated by CNIB including: Heat in the Streets, Visions Dinner, Shades of Fun Day, Skate with the Bulldogs. 
 
Vision Mate - visit clients at their homes, spend time with them, and help with around the house with jobs they might not be able to do. 
 
Driver - Ambassador and Peer Support Volunteers who are blind or partially sighted need transportation to make presentations and facilitate peer support groups.
CNIB, Hamilton/Niagara, CNIB Niagara

Committee Member, Active [ More info  ]       
1. Regularly attend related meetings or workshops. 
2. Make commitment to participate actively in at least one committee (Urban Greening, Community Gardens, Fundraising, Education, Outreach, Eco Fest Niagara, ...) 
3. Stay informed about committee topics. 
4. Work as team member with other committee members and within the community. 
5. Participate as member in annual Strategic Planning Meeting. 
6. Care passionately for the environment and agree with CAN vision and mandate. 

Climate Action Niagara

Retail Store Volunteer [ More info  ]       
Retail volunteers will help put out merchandise in the store and organize clothing racks by item, colour, and size. You might also straighten merchandise, organize a specific department such as books or linens, put out special holiday goods and other related projects. You will also have the opportunity to develop knowledge about the customer service field and practise your skills within Goodwill’s retail environment. As part of your training, you will gain experience in sales and customer service techniques, merchandising, and loss prevention. 

Goodwill Industries Niagara, Retail Store & Training Centre, Glendale Plaza, St Catharines

Special Events/Fundraising Volunteers [ More info  ]  
Fundraising Volunteers: 
A number of fundraising events are held each year to help raise funds for Wellspring Niagara: fashion show, golf, gala, etc. These are labour intensive and we would welcome help in planning, organizing, decorating, collecting donations, selling tickets.
Wellspring Niagara Cancer Support Foundation

Special Events Assistant [ More info  ]  
Marketing, sponsorship, planning, organizing, and administrative duties.
Grimsby. Town Of

Epilepsy Niagara Ambassador Volunteer/Display Volunteer [ More info  ]       
We are in need of volunteers who would like to help increase awareness about Epilepsy throughout March. We specifically need volunteers for helping at our display booths.  
 
The agency will have several displays throughout the Region and we need volunteers to sit at the displays throughout the day at various locations. At these displays we will feature information about epilepsy and seizure disorders, our programs and services as well as our newest raffle series. Please consider assisting us with this - if you can volunteer or know of someone else who would be able to help, please contact the office at 905-353-1096 or info@epilepsyniagara.org 
 
The Volunteers will sell tickets, man the booth and display. 
 
Be an Epilepsy Ambassador Volunteer - help us promote and increase awareness about epilepsy in your community. All volunteers will receive training on how to answer questions and promote the services provided by Epilepsy Niagara. 
 

Epilepsy Niagara

Various Volunteers [ More info  ]  
Greeting Guests, Interpreting the Museum's exhibits 
Promotion of Museum from postering to graphic design 
help staff with Exhibit building, artifact cataloguing, digitization of collection, web design and website maintenance 
Special events, light cleaning, possible manual labour
Niagara Falls. City of, Niagara Falls Museums, Willoughby Historical Museum

Relay for Life volunteer [ More info  ]  
Volunteers are needed for all aspects of the Relay for Life: registration, treasury, activities, logistics, food, luminaries, Fight Back Zone
Canadian Cancer Society, Niagara Unit

Volunteer [ More info  ]       
Special Event Planning, Special Event Day Volunteer, Marketing
Women's Addiction Recovery Mediation