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Socials/Games/Crafts Volunteer [ More info  ]  
Social events and interactions with seniors, such as Bingo, Cards, Crosswords, Outings.
Kingsway Arms at Aurora Retirement Centre, Monarch Club

Russian Seniors Outreach Program [ More info  ]  
Volunteers assist in activities which include: socialization and cultural celebrations, information on health and community services, nutritious and culturally appropriate snacks, low impact exercises, English conversations and short trips. Volunteers also provide transport for our client(s) to the program once a week.
CHATS - Community & Home Assistance to Seniors

Seniors Home Volunteer [ More info  ]  
Visiting with seniors * helping with excursions and events * assisting with activities * assisting with mealtime
Leisureworld Caregiving Centre - Vaughan

Volunteer: Male Mentors (GTA & York Region) [ More info  ]     
Volunteers will provide guidance, support, homework help, coaching and leadership to youth on a one-to-one basis or in groups like after school programs or academic, recreational or artistic activities. Attend attractions, professional sports events, etc. together. FREE passes/tickets provided (Blue Jays, Raptors, Argonauts, etc.). Scholarships are available. Comprehensive training provided. Young professionals and post secondary students/grads preferred. Bilingual volunteers needed.
Youth Assisting Youth, Head Office

Program Leader [ More info  ]         
Aiding with planned weekly activities.
Girls Incorporated of York Region

Workshop Facilitators - Mother Daughter Communications Workshop [ More info  ]   
Co-facilitate program one-day workshops with 9-14 year olds and adults, preparation, set-up & clean-up, debriefing.
Girls Incorporated of York Region

VON SMART Volunteer [ More info  ]  
The VON Canada Smart Program provides support to community members 55+ who wish to improve their strength, balance and flexibility regardless of their current ability level. 
You will learn to lead our VON SMART In-Home, Congregate and/or Group classes.
Victorian Order of Nurses, TorontoYork Region Site

Adult Day Program Volunteers [ More info  ]  
Assist in Adult Day programs for post stroke patients and frail seniors two days per week.
Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care, Markham Centre

Program Volunteer [ More info  ]    
Program volunteers work directly with the therapeutic horseback riding Instructor and/or Therapist. Responsiblilties include grooming and tacking the horses before class and provide assistance during the lesson either by leading the horse or sidewalking with the rider.
Community Association for Riding for the Disabled

Activity Leader - Carpet Bowling [ More info  ]  
Run carpet bowling program
Delmanor Elgin Mills

Birthday Party Coordinator [ More info  ]  
1. Obtains list of names of residents with a birthday for each month from Program & Support Services Manager 
2. Liaisons with appropriate departments for room allocation, dietary needs and entertainment resources 
3. Contacts volunteers to assist at party; assigns specific responsibilities during the party 
4. Acts as hostess at party – as M.C. introduces guests, entertainers 
Note: this can be a revolving position due to the number of Latvian religious congregations’ Ladies Auxziliaries (Dâmu Komitejas) who like to be involved in these events 

Kristus Darzs Latvian Home

Birthday Party Volunteer [ More info  ]  
1. Assist with event preparation: ie; announcements, decorations, gift wrapping, flower arranging, birthday cake set-up, etc 
2. Help Residents who need assistance to get to the event 
3. Work with the Birthday Party Volunteer Leader to participate in the event  
4. Help with clean-up if requested  
Note: this can be a revolving position due to the number of Latvian religious congregations’ Ladies Auxziliaries (Dâmu Komitejas) who like to be involved in these events 

Kristus Darzs Latvian Home

Church Services Volunteer [ More info  ]  
1. Prepare the altar area which may include: 
• set – up of chairs and podium as per the Residents’ requirements 
• lighting the candles 
• arranging the flowers 
• switching on and off the pot lighting and water fountain 
2. Assisting interested Residents to the service from all floors 
3. Distribution of the hymn books and assisting Residents to turn the pages when requested 

Kristus Darzs Latvian Home

Culinary Arts Leader [ More info  ]  
1. Confer with Program & Support Services Manager to arrange for use of Craft Room / Kitchenette availability, supplies, and volunteers. 
2. Direct the process and production and instruct where required 
3. Estimate costs of produced foods if requested; for sale to raise funds for KD  

Kristus Darzs Latvian Home

Culinary Arts Volunteer [ More info  ]  
1. Participate in the process and production of foods under direction of the Culinary Arts Leader 
2. Assist in the clean up of work areas 
3. Be prepared to assist in the sale of produced foods
Kristus Darzs Latvian Home

Friendly Visiting Coordinator [ More info  ]  
1. Coordinates with friendly visitors in placing visitors and Residents together  
2. Confers with Program & Support Services Manager re: appropriate information including illnesses, hospitalizations, and special needs 
3. Reports any concerns to the Program & Support Services Manager
Kristus Darzs Latvian Home

Special Program Volunteer [ More info  ]  
1. Confers with Program & Support Services Manager as to time, place of program and supplies required 
2. Leads the program 
3. Discusses any concerns with the Program & Support Services Manager 
 
Existing Programs: 
1. Hugo Hour with Resident Hugo Mikelsons 
2. Latvian Literary Hour with Resident Biruta Vasarajs 
3. Special events, e.g. Ligo, Christmas, Garage Sale, Spring Fest
Kristus Darzs Latvian Home

Arts and Crafts Assistant - Lead Program [ More info  ]  
Assist with crafts program, assist with residents to and from program.
Sherwood Court Long Term Care Centre

Program assistant [ More info  ]  
Assist with planned activities, such as crafts, bingo, special events, baking, fun and fitness
Sherwood Court Long Term Care Centre

Support Staff [ More info  ]  
Assist full-time staff with activity schedule in Special Needs program.
Step by Step Day Support Services

Facilitator [ More info  ]   
Volunteer facilitators needed to take attendance, and ensure feeding precautions are followed for the Reform and/or Liberal services.
Baycrest Centre Geriatric Care

Special Events Assistance [ More info  ]  
Help transport residents to/from program; help give out refreshments; assist as needed at program.
Mariann Home

Communication Facilitator [ More info  ]     
Work with adults with aphasia (loss of speech after stroke) or related communication disorders. Provide opportunities for conversation/self-expression verbally or through art, music, drama or games. Assist clients to develop reading/written skills for self-expression. Aid clients to assume more responsibility and roles within the program. Assist clients to develop public speaking group.
York Central Hospital, Continuing Care Program

Life History Communication Book Volunteer [ More info  ]     
Work with adults with aphasia (loss of speech after stroke) or related communication disorders. Assist with construction and use of a personalized visual/written aid for use within/outside the program
York Central Hospital, Continuing Care Program

Community Service Volunteers [ More info  ]   
Provide services through: 
emergency first-aid readiness, health and safety training and care, youth programs, Therapy Dog visitation services and Ambulance Patient Care program.
St John Ambulance York Region Branch

Activity Volunteer [ More info  ]  
Escort the residents to various activities, work at the tuck shop or tea house and assist with arts and crafts.
Mon Sheong Richmond Hill Long-Term Care Centre

Art, Drama and Music Volunteer [ More info  ]  
Volunteer required to teach music, art, dance and drama to clients. 
 

Centre for Dreams (The)

Assistant For Recreational Programs [ More info  ]   
Youth volunteers needed to assist with recreational programs for evenings and weekends.
Baycrest Centre Geriatric Care

Computer Teacher [ More info  ]  
Teach seniors to learn simple computer skills i.e. e-mail
Club Unity

Day Guest Volunteers [ More info  ]  
Assist seniors that visit our centre daily for special activities in our Day Guest program.
Unionville Home Society, Heritage Village

Dominoes Group Leader [ More info  ]  
Set up game, encourage participation and lead the dominoes game
Sunrise Senior Living - Richmond Hill

Education Program Volunteer [ More info  ]  
To assist with teaching programs covering subjects such as reading, Mathematics, English, Science and crafts
Centre for Dreams (The)

Exercise Assistant [ More info  ]  
Assist with transport of residents to programs. Assist staff and patients with exercises as needed.
Mariann Home

Group or Program Leader [ More info  ]         
My House is searching for people who would like to run a group or program here. We currently have several groups running here (queer parenting, women's social group, LGBTQ youth group), and we are always looking to expand the services we offer. If you have a group or program in mind and you might like volunteer to get it off the ground please be in touch.
My House: Rainbow Resources of York Region

Horticultural / Environmental Volunteer [ More info  ]  
Volunteer required to share environmental and/or horticultural knowledge with clients.
Centre for Dreams (The)

Meals On Wheels Captain [ More info  ]  
Organize meals on wheels deliveries.
Circle of Care

Parks & Rec Volunteers [ More info  ]  
Applicants will be matched according to skills, seasonal programs and camps running.  
For example: Aquatic Learn-to-Swim assistants 
Leisure Buddies for special needs participants 
Covenors for sports acitivities 
Recreation Assistants for seniors, adults and children 
Placement locations include: Markham Museum, Fred Varley Art Gallery and Markham Theatre
Markham. City Of, Culture Services

Program Assistant [ More info  ]  
- assist with set up/clean up of the area to be used 
- accompany designated residents to and from their rooms to the group area 
- provide assistance to the resident and staff during the activity 
- take direction as appropriate from staff and or other volunteers 
- other related duties as requested by program staff or volunteer coordinator
Villa Colombo Vaughan, Di Poce Centre

Scout Leader [ More info  ]    
Are you 16 years of age or older? Do you like working with children? If so we are looking for assistant leaders to help with our scouting program for beavers aged 5 years and cubs aged 6 - 8 years.
Scouts Canada, York Headwaters

Scout Leaders and Assistants [ More info  ]         
To lead or assist scouting groups. 
Beavers : Ages 5-7 
Cubs : Ages 8-10 
Scouts : Ages 11-14 
Venturers: Ages 15-16 
Rovers : Ages 16-26  
 
 

Scouts Canada, Shining Waters Council, York Headwaters Area

Tribond Word Game Leader [ More info  ]  
Lead a group in this game
Sunrise Senior Living - Richmond Hill

Vacation Bible Program Helpers [ More info  ]  
We are looking for high school age volunteers that have a willingness to work with children. Volunteers can volunteer for one or more days during the week.  
 
Volunteers are asked to arrive between 8:00 and 8:15 am each morning. Sessions begin at 8:30 am and finish at Noon except on Friday when a lunch is planned for parents and guests. Volunteers are invited to stay for the lunch but not obligated.  

Aurora United Church

Volunteer Chef [ More info  ]  
Volunteers with cooking knowledge and skills required to teach cooking and baking skills.
Centre for Dreams (The)

Volunteer Opportunity: 2 Year Old Autistic Child [ More info  ]  
This volunteer opportunity would be best suited to someone considering a career path in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Teaching or a related field. You be implementing the application of Intensive Behavior Intervention and Pivotal Response Techniques.Volunteers would be trained and working in conjunction with Dr. Amanda Azarbehi of Kids Solutions, Baldwin, Ontario. Kids Solutions licensed psychologists and childhood specialists work with Parents, Early Childhood Educators, Teachers, and schools to design individualized solutions that maximize a child's ability to reach their potential. The experts are cutting-edge professionals with experience working with children and adolescents with a variety of challenges including: Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Behavioral Problems, and a wide range of Developmental Delays.  
 
The child you would be working with along with other team members is a 2 year old boy who was recently diagnosed with Moderate Severity Autism. In an effort to offset the costs of coaching, we are currently searching for 2 volunteers to learn and be a part of this child's development team.  

Centre for Autism Remediation and Education Limited