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, register and build a profile. This will allow you to respond to opportunities and allows 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 be notified that you have a match!
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Empathy Squad *VIRTUAL* Audio Storytellering and Podcasting Training
A volunteer-based training program teaching skills in audio storytelling to create podcasts that foster empathy for their community’s lived experience. Made possible by the Canada Service Corps.
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FIXT POINT Arts & Media | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | June 5, 2023 | September 8, 2023 | Learn More |
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Co Chair Traffic Management
Coordination of eight traffic check points
liaison with the OPP as needed
work in cooperation with Parking and Tractor/Wagon Committees
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International Plowing Match 2023 | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 31, 2023 | June 30, 2023 | Learn More |
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Emergency Service Administrative Assistant
Record incoming and outgoing communications and receive reports from field locations
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International Plowing Match 2023 | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 31, 2023 | June 30, 2023 | Learn More |
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Emergency Service Administrative Assistant
Record incoming and outgoing communications and receive reports from field locations
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International Plowing Match 2023 | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 31, 2023 | August 29, 2023 | Learn More |
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Humane Education Volunteer
Delivering presentations (30-75 minutes in length) primarily to local schools, community groups and summer programs.
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Ontario SPCA | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 30, 2023 | December 30, 2023 | Learn More |
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Cancer Support - Childcare Volunteer | Nankind | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 23, 2023 | June 12, 2023 | Learn More |
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Virtual Cancer Support - Childcare Volunteer
Nankind volunteers receive specialized training including grief and bereavement and receive the support of NAN’s Child Life Specialist throughout their volunteering time.
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Nankind | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 23, 2023 | June 12, 2023 | Learn More |
Join Orangeville Food Bank Board of Directors
Orangeville Food Bank has been serving Orangeville and the surrounding community for 30 years through the dedication of its volunteers.
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Orangeville Food Bank | Orangeville and area | May 16, 2023 | December 31, 2023 | Learn More | |
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Therapeutic Farm and Nature Summer Day Camp Volunteer
We need Summer Day Camp Volunteers for the July 10–14, August 14-18 who are enthusiastic, dedicated, fun-loving, and who are passionate about supporting children and youth
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Fiddlehead Care Farm | Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area | May 16, 2023 | August 31, 2023 | Learn More |
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Therapeutic Farm and Nature Summer Day Camp Volunteer
We need Summer Day Camp Volunteers for the July 10–14, August 14-18 who are enthusiastic, dedicated, fun-loving, and who are passionate about supporting children and youth
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Fiddlehead Care Farm | Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area | May 16, 2023 | August 31, 2023 | Learn More |
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Volunteer at our Pulse Cafe and Gift Shop!
Volunteer run Pulse Café/Gift shop is looking for volunteers to help us serve patients, visitors and staff.
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Headwaters Auxiliary | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 10, 2023 | June 30, 2023 | Learn More |
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Event and Outreach Volunteers
love being at the party, but need to be doing something? We require volunteer help to ensure our events run smoothly.
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Museum of Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 3, 2023 | June 9, 2023 | Learn More |
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Organic Vegetable Farm Help
We will need help throughout the farming season with: planting, weeding, harvesting & overall maintenance.
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Breezy Acres | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 3, 2023 | October 1, 2023 | Learn More |
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Programming Preparations and Clean Up Volunteer
Do you love crafts, sorting and organizing? Then this might be for you!
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Museum of Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 3, 2023 | June 9, 2023 | Learn More |
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Learning Garden and Grounds Tour Volunteer
Help care for our outdoor educational spaces.
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Museum of Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 2, 2023 | June 9, 2023 | Learn More |
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Visitor Services Volunteer
This unique opportunity allows you to interact directly with our visitors and start them off with a friendly MoD welcome.
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Museum of Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 2, 2023 | June 9, 2023 | Learn More |
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EDC \ ROTARY GOLF CLASSIC: ROVER
The EDC/Rotary Golf Tournament is a fundraiser in support of features for Recreation, Fun and Accessible Parks in Shelburne.
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The Town of Shelburne | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | April 25, 2023 | Expires today | Learn More |
Board Member
Community of Hearts is looking for motivated and kind Board Members to join our team.
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Community of Hearts | April 24, 2023 | December 31, 2023 | Learn More | ||
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Social Club Facilitator
We are looking for passionate and kind volunteers who are interested in facilitating our Social Club event once per month.
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Community of Hearts | April 24, 2023 | December 31, 2023 | Learn More | |
Boxes of Hearts Volunteer
Supporting adults with developmental disabilities in a Social Enterprise program. Helping participants to develop job skills, build confidence and gain work experience in the community (1.5hr/week).
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Community of Hearts | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | April 12, 2023 | December 31, 2023 | Learn More | |
Lead Volunteer (Boxes of Hearts program)
Supporting adults with developmental disabilities in a Social Enterprise program. Helping participants to develop job skills, build confidence and gain work experience in the community (1.5hr/week).
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Community of Hearts | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | April 12, 2023 | December 31, 2023 | Learn More | |
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Horticulture Assistant
The volunteer will assist with the therapeutic horticulture activities at Peace Ranch, supporting people recovering from serious mental illness.
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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 | April 4, 2023 | September 1, 2023 | Learn More |
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Parking Volunteer
To organize and assist in the parking of all vehicles that will be parked outside of the Tented City and to assist visitors with accessing the wagons that go from the Parking areas to the Tented City.
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International Plowing Match 2023 | March 26, 2023 | September 2, 2023 | Learn More | |
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Summer Camp Volunteer
The Town of Orangeville is looking for student volunteers 14yrs+ to assist staff in implementing our summer camps to children and youth ages 4-13yrs.
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Town of Orangeville | Orangeville and area | March 24, 2023 | June 9, 2023 | Learn More |
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Volunteers Needed - Plowing, Marketing, Admin, Food Service
Needed! 700 volunteers. Gate & parking management, food service, greeters, health and safety, tickets, communications, marketing, shuttle services, sanitation, & more
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International Plowing Match 2023 | Grand Valley and area | February 23, 2023 | October 1, 2023 | Learn More |
Culinary Volunteers for The Commonfare Kitchen
Assist Jess and the Commonfare kitchen team on our Granola Project Initiatives.
We also need assistance with cooking and baking workshops.
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Branching Out Support Services | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | February 4, 2023 | October 31, 2023 | Learn More | |
Teach a Class / Host a Special Event
Do you have a special interest, talent, passion or skill that you might like to share with our neurodiverse community? Examples might include - sewing, sports,
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Branching Out Support Services | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | February 4, 2023 | December 31, 2023 | Learn More | |
Volunteer Drivers Needed
Branching Out Support Services (BOSS) is looking for volunteer drivers to transport our autistic and neurodivergent community members to classes, group activities, and other community events.
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Branching Out Support Services | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | February 4, 2023 | July 31, 2023 | Learn More | |
Senior Social and Wellness Volunteers Needed
Assist the Program Coordinator in running program activities and food preparation
Notify the Program Coordinator regarding planned absences
Maintain client privacy and confidentiality
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Caledon Meals On Wheels | Orangeville and area | January 23, 2023 | January 1, 2025 | Learn More | |
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Donation Sorter
Sorting through donated clothing and household goods to assess quality.
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Caledon Community Services | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area | October 11, 2022 | June 26, 2023 | Learn More |
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Seniors Health & Wellness Program Facilitator
Looking for facilitators to work closely with the Coordinator, Senior Health & Wellness Program to develop a variety of programs for seniors and to implement them throughout various locations.
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Caledon Community Services | September 8, 2022 | August 13, 2023 | Learn More | |
Volunteer Driver
Looking for volunteers who are available to drive clients from their homes to various appointments. If you are personal, friendly, conscientious and reliable then this is a position for you.
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Caledon Community Services | August 30, 2022 | August 6, 2023 | Learn More | ||
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Volunteers needed for Multicultural event June 24th
The Dufferin County Multicultural Foundation is looking for a few more volunteers for our Multicultural event.
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Dufferin County Multicultural Foundation | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | June 10, 2022 | June 25, 2023 | Learn More |
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Hike for Hospice Dufferin-June 11 2023
We need volunteers to help us with our Hike For Hospice Dufferin on June 12th. No experience is needed except for a positive attitude. Join us as we help those in our community.
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Hospice Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | May 3, 2022 | June 11, 2023 | Learn More |
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Volunteers to distribute our campaign leaflets in mailboxes within their neighbourhoods.
Leaflets and a map will be mailed to you.
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Ontario Clean Air Alliance | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | December 15, 2021 | July 17, 2023 | Learn More |
Fundraising Committee Member
Fundraising Coordinator
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Dufferin Parent Support Network | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | October 18, 2021 | June 30, 2025 | Learn More | |
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Barn Work
We have a small heard of therapeutic barn animals that require their stalls to be cleaned.
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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 | June 22, 2021 | April 30, 2024 | Learn More |
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 | July 10, 2023 | 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 Long Term Care Home | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | December 6, 2020 | December 12, 2025 | 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 | March 27, 2027 | Learn More |
Palliative Visiting Volunteer
Supporting those who are living with a life-threatening illness can be a rewarding volunteer experience.Each client and their family have an individual care plan that you would be assisting in.
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Hospice Dufferin | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | September 11, 2019 | July 11, 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 | May 28, 2019 | September 30, 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 | |
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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 Long Term Care Home | 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 Long Term Care Home | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area, Shelburne and area, Grand Valley and area | June 19, 2018 | December 31, 2025 | Learn More |
Volunteer Drivers Needed
Help people with Cancer in your community get to and from treatment.
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Canadian Cancer Society | Any Dufferin, Orangeville and area | May 22, 2018 | December 31, 2023 | 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 Long Term Care Home | 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 Long Term Care Home | Orangeville and area | December 28, 2017 | December 31, 2025 | Learn More |
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Sorry-Unable to accept Volunteers due to covid restrictions-February 2023
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 | |
Board of Directors
Board members make a difference by sharing their passion, skill, knowledge and expertise to improve hospice palliative care in Duffeirn county.
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Hospice Dufferin | Any Dufferin | September 26, 2017 | June 29, 2023 | 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 | |
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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 | |
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 | August 18, 2016 | June 8, 2024 | 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 |
Great Board Members Wanted!
Being a Board Member is an opportunity for individuals to take a leadership role in Dufferin County and make a significant contribution to children, families and to our community.
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Dufferin Child and Family Services | Any Dufferin | April 19, 2016 | July 10, 2023 | Learn More | |
Sorry-Unable to accept Volunteers due to covid restrictions-February 2023
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 |