I Want to Volunteer
Looking to volunteer? You've come to the right place! We're here to help you find meaningful volunteer opportunities to keep Dufferin a connected, vibrant and healthy community.
First, check out our available opportunities from our volunteer organizations.
Second, build a profile. This will allow you to register for opportunities and allow us to communicate with you. By building a Profile, you can identify your specific interests so that when an opportunity that best matches your skills and interests becomes available, you'll know about it!
Get started!

Our friends at Cabot Creamery Co-operative and their Reward Volunteers program has allowed us to link to their volunteer quiz "What's Your Volunteer Personality?"
Check it out. It's fun and informative!
Volunteer Opportunities
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Food & Friends at Home Food Packers and Delivery Drivers Needed!
School closures of COVID-19 have forced us to PIVOT to ensure children that are most vulnerable still receive the healthy food they need to continue to learn while studying at home.
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The Children's Foundation of Guelph, Wellington and Dufferin- Food & Friends program. | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | January 19, 2021 | June 1, 2021 | Learn More |
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Online Tutor
Study Pages provides a free platform for everyone to gain & develop new or existing skills. We are first to provide free tutoring, with individualized teaching & resources to learners of any age.
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StudyPages | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | December 22, 2020 | February 15, 2021 | Learn More |
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Dufferin Child and Family Foundation - Board Member
Dufferin Child & Family Foundation is seeking Board Directors for our newly formed foundation to continue the philanthropic efforts of the Dufferin Children’s Fund, the charitable arm of DCAFS
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Dufferin Child and Family Services | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | December 8, 2020 | March 31, 2022 | Learn More |
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Virtual Volunteer
Provide one to one companionship with residents through skype, facetime etc.
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Avalon Care Centre | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | December 6, 2020 | December 12, 2025 | Learn More |
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Nanny Angel Child Care Volunteer
Change a life one child at a time, become a Nanny Angel! Nanny Angel Network is a registered charity that provides free, specialized childcare to families living with cancer since 2009.
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Nanny Angel Network (NAN) | Orangeville and area | October 23, 2020 | March 1, 2022 | Learn More |
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Horticulture Assistant
The volunteer will assist with the maintenance of plants in the solariums during the winter months and operation of the glass 30x60 greenhouse in the spring/summer/autumn.
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Services and Housing In the Province (SHIP) - Peace Ranch Program | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | September 23, 2020 | June 23, 2021 | Learn More |
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Phone Check-In Volunteer
We are looking for volunteers who like to talk on the phone and help us with check-ins.
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Hospice Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | June 9, 2020 | December 31, 2021 | Learn More |
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Virtual Opportunities - Volunteer Canada
DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THIS POST. Visit this link https://volunteer.ca/index.php?MenuItemID=422 for virtual volunteering positions.
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Volunteer Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 5, 2020 | December 30, 2021 | Learn More |
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Various Services
DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THIS POST. Visit https://mydufferin.ca/urgent-needs#covid-19 to view available services and research/contact the organizations to see where they can use your help.
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Volunteer Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | April 22, 2020 | December 31, 2021 | Learn More |
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Volunteer at Hope Haven Therapeutic Riding Centre
Hope Haven is looking for leaders and side-walkers for our adaptive riding program for participants with physical, social, emotional and cognitive challenges. Other opportunities also available!
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Hope Haven Therapeutic Riding Centre | November 19, 2019 | November 2, 2021 | Learn More | |
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Program Assistants
Program Assistants(PAs) help with our CanSkate program. PAs will need to skate proficiently.
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Skate Canada Shelburne | Shelburne and area | September 19, 2019 | February 15, 2022 | Learn More |
Community Care Companion (CCC)
CCC's provide support for clients living in the Dufferin community who have been diagnosed with a life-limiting or life-threatening diagnosis throughout their journey.
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Hospice Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | September 11, 2019 | December 31, 2021 | Learn More | |
Grief Guides
Grief Guides provide support and companionship for members of the Dufferin community grieving the loss of a loved one.
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Hospice Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | September 11, 2019 | December 31, 2021 | Learn More | |
Fracture Prevention Educator
Conduct education sessions on fracture prevention to seniors at seniors centers,retirement homes, service clubs in Dufferin County help with information tables at health fairs
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Osteoporosis Canada | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | August 23, 2019 | December 31, 2021 | Learn More | |
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Mono Pollinator Garden Volunteer
As a volunteer, you may choose to join one or more of the following working groups:
Adult Education, Children's Education, Communications, Construction, Fundraising, Maintenance/Planting, Plant Sele
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Town of Mono, c/o Mono Pollinator Garden | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 28, 2019 | September 30, 2025 | Learn More |
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Students - Volunteer at the Orangeville ReStore!
Are you a high school student looking for volunteer hours this summer? Sign up on your own or with a friend and complete all 40 hours at the Orangeville ReStore!
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Habitat For Humanity Wellington Dufferin Guelph | Orangeville and area | May 23, 2019 | December 31, 2021 | Learn More |
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Orangeville ReStore Volunteer
Do you have an eye for merchandising, or a knack for customer service? Are you a student looking to complete your 40 hours? There are many opportunities to volunteer in our Orangeville ReStore!
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Habitat For Humanity Wellington Dufferin Guelph | Orangeville and area | May 14, 2019 | December 31, 2021 | Learn More |
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ReStore Assistant - Orangeville
ReStore Assistant volunteers help with a variety of ReStore activities including the cleaning, assembling and merchandising of donations, testing appliances and electronics and assisting customers.
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Habitat For Humanity Wellington Dufferin Guelph | Orangeville and area | May 2, 2019 | December 31, 2021 | Learn More |
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Animal Rescue Volunteer
We are a Farm Animal Rescue looking for volunteers that share our love and compassion for animals and animal rescue.
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Silver Willow Farm Rescue | Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area | February 1, 2019 | January 31, 2022 | Learn More |
Headwaters Family Visit Centre On-Site Volunteers
The Headwaters Family Visit Centre provides a safe, neutral and child focused setting for visits and exchanges between children and the non residential parent or another adult, such as a grandparent.
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Dufferin Child and Family Services | Orangeville and area | November 28, 2018 | December 31, 2025 | Learn More | |
HCIA Leadership Council Members
The HCIA Leadership Council is composed of a dedicated team of community leaders from diverse sectors who are responsible for setting the strategic direction for Headwaters Communities is Action. The
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Headwaters Communities in Action | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | November 26, 2018 | December 31, 2025 | Learn More | |
Committee members Finance & Outreach - Board Members
Use your skills to help grow the Dufferin Community Foundation ,connecting caring community members to worthwhile causes, growing endowment funds and providing responsible grants in Dufferin County.
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Dufferin Community Foundation | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | November 1, 2018 | June 26, 2021 | Learn More | |
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Resident and Family Services Volunteer
Assist the Resident and Family Services Coordinator with daily duties.
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Avalon Care Centre | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | June 19, 2018 | December 31, 2025 | Learn More |
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Resident and Family Services Volunteer
Assist the Resident and Family Services Coordinator with daily duties.
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Avalon Care Centre | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | June 19, 2018 | December 31, 2025 | Learn More |
TeleCheck Volunteer Training - NOVEMBER / DECEMBER / JANUARY
TeleCheck Phone Support for Seniors!
Volunteers Needed Now!
Excellent Training. Make a Difference in Seniors Lives.
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TeleCheck-Dufferin | Orangeville and area | May 25, 2018 | February 23, 2022 | Learn More | |
Volunteers (volunteer drivers, event day volunteers)
Join the volunteer team at the Canadian Cancer Society, Dufferin County area! Volunteer Drivers in support of the Wheels of Hope program.
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Canadian Cancer Society | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area | May 22, 2018 | June 30, 2025 | Learn More | |
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Eating Assistance Volunteer
Avalon Care Centre is looking for meal time volunteers!
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Avalon Care Centre | Orangeville and area | February 20, 2018 | December 12, 2025 | Learn More |
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Life Enrichment Volunteer
Life Enrichment Volunteers come into our home and assist with playing games, special events, manicures, Reading programs, singing and outings!
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Avalon Care Centre | Orangeville and area | December 28, 2017 | December 31, 2025 | Learn More |
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Dining Room Assistant
Volunteer will be primarily responsible for pouring coffee and tea during meals. Volunteer will also be able to do other meal related tasks as requested by staff.
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Lord Dufferin Centre | Orangeville and area | November 28, 2017 | August 8, 2025 | Learn More |
IN HOME EXERCISE VOLUNTEERS
We are looking for volunteers to participate in our "LET'S EXERCISE" program. One on one exercise with clients in their homes on a weekly basis. Training provided!
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Caledon Meals On Wheels | Orangeville and area | November 15, 2017 | June 20, 2025 | Learn More | |
Board Member
We are looking for a volunteer who shares our philosophy of positive parenting to join our team. We promote parenting skills that are based on understanding and working with children's behaviour.
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Dufferin Parent Support Network | Orangeville and area | September 29, 2017 | June 30, 2025 | Learn More | |
Fundraising Committee Member
We're looking for a volunteer who shares our philosophy of positive parenting to join our team. We promote parenting skills that are based on understanding and working with children's behaviour.
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Dufferin Parent Support Network | Orangeville and area | September 29, 2017 | June 30, 2025 | Learn More | |
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VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDED TO DELIVER MEALS IN ORANGEVILLE
Join our team! Deliver hot meals and a friendly smile to seniors in Orangeville over the noon hour. Deliver once a week or bi-weekly. A route usually takes 1 hour. Mileage is reimbursed.
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Caledon Meals On Wheels | Orangeville and area | August 23, 2017 | June 20, 2025 | Learn More |
"LET'S DO LUNCH" VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED
CMOW is looking for volunteers that would enjoy having lunch with one of our clients. Our "Let's do Lunch" program gives volunteers and clients an opportunity to visit over a meal.
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Caledon Meals On Wheels | Orangeville and area | June 26, 2017 | July 6, 2025 | Learn More | |
Board Members for Caledon Meals on Wheels Required
Caledon Meals on Wheels (CMOW) is a non-profit charitable organization that is dedicated to enabling individuals to live independent, healthy lives.
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Caledon Meals On Wheels | Orangeville and area | January 11, 2017 | July 27, 2025 | Learn More | |
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MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT NEEDED!!
We are looking for any musical talent who would like to come and volunteer at our Alzheimer's Adult Day Program. Piano, guitar, singing or any and all instruments or music is welcome!
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VON Alzheimer's Adult Day Program | Orangeville and area | October 27, 2016 | July 29, 2025 | Learn More |
VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDED!
Volunteer Drivers take clients to and from the Adult Day Program located in the Avalon Retirement Lodge in Orangeville. Client's arrive at the Day Program between 9:30am and picked up at 3pm.
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VON Alzheimer's Adult Day Program | Orangeville and area | October 27, 2016 | July 29, 2025 | Learn More | |
Outreach & Education Volunteer
Our Outreach Ambassadors attend events in the community to promote the importance of life saving skills and the value of volunteering with St. John Ambulance.
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St. John Ambulance | Any Dufferin | August 24, 2016 | December 16, 2025 | Learn More | |
Big Brother
Being a Big Brothers can be as much fun as it sounds. You get to play road hockey, play computer games, go for a hike, just hang out. Do anything you both like to do.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dufferin & District | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | August 18, 2016 | January 31, 2025 | Learn More | |
Big Sister
Every girl needs a Big Sister to share with, talk to or confide in. Whether it's playing sports, learning a new craft or just goofing around, you'll make a big difference in each other's life.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dufferin & District | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | August 18, 2016 | August 5, 2025 | Learn More | |
Friendly Visitor
Become part of our team of trained volunteers who visit persons living with dementia in their home.
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Alzheimer Society of Dufferin County | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | April 27, 2016 | June 30, 2025 | Learn More | |
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Office Assistant
Provide administrative support or undertake specific projects, all the while keeping things running smoothly in the office.
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Alzheimer Society of Dufferin County | Orangeville and area | April 27, 2016 | December 31, 2025 | Learn More |
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Would you like to help feed hungry children?
The Children's Foundation Food & Friends program in Dufferin is in need of volunteers.
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The Children's Foundation of Guelph, Wellington and Dufferin- Food & Friends program. | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | July 9, 2015 | June 30, 2025 | Learn More |
HAPPY HOUR (SMART SERVE REQUIRED)
SMART SERVE Certificate required. If you currently hold a Smart Serve certificate or wish to obtain one then this is the job for you.
Enjoy getting to know our residents as you tend the bar.
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Lord Dufferin Centre | Orangeville and area | May 15, 2015 | October 23, 2025 | Learn More | |
Medical First Responders
Medical First Responders are “first on the scene” and able to respond in the critical minutes of an emergency until medical assistance arrives.
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St. John Ambulance | Any Dufferin | June 1, 2012 | December 16, 2025 | Learn More | |
Therapy Dog Volunteer
The St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog program brings comfort and companionship to the people in our community who appreciate the unconditional love of a dog.
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St. John Ambulance | Any Dufferin | June 1, 2012 | December 16, 2025 | Learn More |