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!
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Volunteer Opportunities
Name of Opportunity | Organization | Location | Expires | Learn More | |
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Telephone Volunteers wanted for TeleCheck-Dufferin Telephone Reassurance for Adults 55+
Trained volunteers along with staff provide friendly phone calls to Adults 55+ who would benefit from someone calling on a scheduled basis to ensure their well-being & safety.
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Telecheck-Dufferin, Torchlight | Orangeville and area | December 14, 2019 | 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 | December 18, 2019 | Learn More |
Gaining Real Importance From Every Friendship (GRIEF) Program Volunteer
Hospice Dufferin is excited to announce the launch of a brand new program! This program is a chance for people experiencing bereavement to get together with others and have some fun and find support!
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Hospice Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | December 24, 2019 | Learn More | |
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES!
Friends & Advocates Peel is a non-profit, non-medical, community based, adult mental health organization serving over 150 Members and growing!
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Friends & Advocates Peel | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area | December 30, 2019 | 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 | December 31, 2019 | Learn More |
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LEGACY VOLUNTEER
A Legacy Story is an opportunity for individuals to preserve their life story for future generations. We need volunteers who would like to help the people of Dufferin County tell their story.
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Hospice Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | December 31, 2019 | Learn More |
Youth Justice Committee Volunteer Members
The Youth Justice Committee Program (YJC) is a program that provides an alternative to formal court proceedings when dealing with young people alleged to have committed certain offences.
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Associated Youth Services | Orangeville and area | December 31, 2019 | Learn More | |
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SHARE A SKILL
Do you have a skill you could share with an energetic, joyful and active group of adults with developmental disabilities? Maybe it is art, yoga, gardening, crafts or baking. ALAS Dufferin is intereste
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Active Lives After School (ALAS) Dufferin | Orangeville and area | January 1, 2020 | 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 | January 5, 2020 | 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 | January 19, 2020 | Learn More | |
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Small Animal Care
Small Animal Care
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Ontario SPCA Orangeville and District Animal Center | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | January 22, 2020 | Learn More |
Finance, Outreach and (for spring) Board Committee members
Finance and outreach committee members are needed to work with Directors to help grow the DCF. Requirements will be attending monthly meetings (minimum) and formulating plans and strategies to support
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Dufferin Community Foundation | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | January 26, 2020 | Learn More | |
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Paws and Claws Thrift Store Cashier
Working our Thrift Stores as a Cashier you will have GREAT customer service skills and will interact with large amounts of customers on each shift.
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Ontario SPCA Orangeville and District Animal Center | January 31, 2020 | Learn More | |
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Paws and Claws Thrift Store Merchandiser
Sorting of Donated goods to be put out for sale in Thrift Store
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Ontario SPCA Orangeville and District Animal Center | Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area | January 31, 2020 | Learn More |
ACTIVITY ASSISTANT NEEDED!
To assist in our Alzheimer's Adult Day Program running Therapeutic programs. Programs are designed around social, physical and cognitive functions. Volunteer will assist in each program to give the
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VON Alzheimer's Adult Day Program | Orangeville and area | January 31, 2020 | Learn More | |
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Volunteer Driver
To help transport animals and materials to and from the Animal Centre.
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Ontario SPCA Orangeville and District Animal Center | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | January 31, 2020 | Learn More |
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Volunteer Dog Walker
Volunteers will be interacting with dogs and working on leash manners
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Ontario SPCA Orangeville and District Animal Center | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | January 31, 2020 | Learn More |
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Volunteers required to help facilitate Senior's Social/Wellness Program
Caledon Meals on Wheels offers a seniors' Social/Wellness program in seniors' buildings and requires volunteers to help facilitate these great programs.
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Caledon Meals On Wheels | Orangeville and area | February 9, 2020 | 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 | February 9, 2020 | 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 | February 16, 2020 | Learn More |
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ReStore Assistant
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 | February 16, 2020 | 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 | February 16, 2020 | 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 | February 17, 2020 | Learn More | |
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Orangeville ReStore Volunteer
Do you have an eye for merchandising, or a knack for customer service? Why not volunteer in our Orangeville ReStore! There are plenty of opportunities to get involved!
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Habitat For Humanity Wellington Dufferin Guelph | Orangeville and area | February 23, 2020 | Learn More |
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Window Merchandiser Paws and Claws Orangeville
To create interesting and interactive Window displays at Paws and Claws Orangeville.
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Ontario SPCA Orangeville and District Animal Center | Orangeville and area | February 29, 2020 | Learn More |
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Paws and Claws Social Media Manager
To help post the presence of the Paws and Claws Thrift Stores in Orangeville and Shelburne.
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Ontario SPCA Orangeville and District Animal Center | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | February 29, 2020 | Learn More |
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Cleaners Needed at Cat Shelter in Marsville
Do you love cats? We are in need of volunteers at our private, no-kill shelter in Marsville (approx.15 minutes north-east of Fergus/15 minutes south-west of Orangeville).
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Cats Anonymous Rescue & Adoption | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Grand Valley and area | March 6, 2020 | 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 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM and are picked-up
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VON Alzheimer's Adult Day Program | Orangeville and area | May 1, 2020 | 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 | May 1, 2020 | 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 | June 30, 2020 | 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 | June 30, 2020 | 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 | June 30, 2020 | 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 | June 30, 2020 | Learn More | |
Health TAPESTRY Volunteer
- Build valuable skills in community development, health care, and support work
- Enhance professional development by increasing communication, organizational and assessment skills
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Canadian Red Cross | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | July 12, 2020 | 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 | August 8, 2020 | Learn More |
Go Girls! Mentor
Go Girls! is an eight week school based group program. It runs either during the school day or after school. Women mentors meet with a group of 8-12 girls once a week for 8 weeks.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dufferin & District | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | August 22, 2020 | 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 1, 2020 | 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 1, 2020 | Learn More | |
Board of Directors
Board members have the opportunity to ensure the best possible services are provided for community members living with a life-limiting illness, their caregivers, and the bereaved.
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Hospice Dufferin | Any Dufferin | September 1, 2020 | Learn More | |
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Avalon Care Centre
In need of volunteers that can assist with picking up phone calls on the weekends.
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Avalon Care Centre Long Term Care Home | Orangeville and area | September 10, 2020 | 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 | October 23, 2020 | 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 | December 16, 2020 | 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 | December 16, 2020 | 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 | December 16, 2020 | 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 | December 31, 2020 | Learn More |
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Saturday Morning Bottle Fundraiser Volunteer
To set-up and prepare the bottle sorting program for the week
To sort bottle returns
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Ontario SPCA Orangeville and District Animal Center | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | December 31, 2020 | Learn More |
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Saturday Morning Bottle Fundraiser Volunteer
To set-up and prepare the bottle sorting program for the week
To sort bottle returns
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Ontario SPCA Orangeville and District Animal Center | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | December 31, 2020 | Learn More |
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Saturday Morning Bottle Fundraiser Volunteer
To set-up and prepare the bottle sorting program for the week
To sort bottle returns
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Ontario SPCA Orangeville and District Animal Center | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | December 31, 2020 | 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 | December 31, 2020 | 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 | December 31, 2020 | Learn More | |
In-School Mentor
Become a mentor to a child in a school environment. Visit a local school for one hour once a week, for one-on-one time with a child. One big reason to go back to school.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dufferin & District | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | January 8, 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 Animal Rescue | Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area | January 31, 2021 | Learn More |
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Nanny Angel Childcare Provider Volunteer
We want to create a world where every mother with cancer can count on quality childcare that gives her time to care for herself.
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Nanny Angel Network (NAN) | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | June 11, 2021 | 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 31, 2021 | 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 | December 31, 2021 | 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 31, 2023 | 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 | September 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 | December 12, 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 | 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 | December 31, 2025 | Learn More |
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Tuck Shoppe Volunteer
We are looking for volunteers to fill a variety of shifts in our Tuck Shoppe!
Some duties may include tagging items, handling cash and some organizing.
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Avalon Care Centre | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | December 31, 2031 | Learn More |