Archived Opportunities
These volunteer opportunities have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator (i.e. nonprofit organization). Please note that these opportunities are only presented for interest – to give volunteers and site visitors an opportunity to see the types of positions offered by organizations.
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Empathy Squad *VIRTUAL* Training Audio Storytellers and Podcast Creators
Organization: Fixt Point Arts and MediaCategory: Social and Community Service
Description: Gather Oral Histories to Foster Empathy and Build your Podcasting Skills. Volunteer Opportunity (Future Leaders aged 18-30 years) The Empathy Squad is now accepting applications for our Winter 2023 cohorts. Cohorts 13 & 14 will run January to March 2023. Approximately 12 hours a week of commitment for 12 weeks total. The training program is virtual, and open to applicants across Canada. See full program schedule at https://www.fixtpoint.com/empathysquad-apply Brief Program Overview: The Empathy Squad program trains and equips youth from across Canada to generate empathy-building dialogue through the collection of stories via interviews and the creation of podcast pieces. Oral storytelling forges connections between people and ideas, makes information more accessible, and helps us understand the ties that bind us. Oral history nuances the stories of the past and present, helps us understand how communities experience history, and allows us to learn together on the path towards a shared future. Amplify voices, centre overlooked stories, and celebrate the unsung heroes in your community. You'll have the chance to collect stories, learn podcasting skills, meet new people from different walks of life, and collaborate with future leaders across the country. Come spark change, one story at a time. Deadline to apply: December 1, 2022 Fill out our application Form: https://www.fixtpoint.com/empathysquad-apply The Empathy Squad program is made possible by the Canada Service Corps. Information Session We will hold an Information Session on November 15, 2022 at 7pm Eastern Time, where individuals can get to know our company, the Empathy Squad program and its facilitators, and find out more about the program details and expectations. You can register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkcO6opzIvGN2gNN9pGQ9OeaVnQOpuMJ7h Join the growing cohorts of FUTURE LEADERS who have forged stronger connections with their chosen communities through art and volunteerism. As a participant, you too can: ✅ Volunteer in service of your community, learn about what’s important to them through active listening and help foster empathy for their lived experiences; ✅ Experience hands-on learning alongside fellow future leaders and from industry professionals across the country; ✅ Complete the program having gained the knowledge and practical skills needed to produce high-quality audio stories - interviewing and recording techniques, narrative shaping, and audio-editing; The program is delivered virtually and provides opportunities for developing skills and artistic practice to capture and preserve community stories to be shared with present and future generations, as well as opportunities for improving your communication and self-expression skills! With over 70 podcast pieces created, you can listen to them here: https://soundcloud.com/fixtpoint/sets/empathy-squad-squadcasts About Fixt Point: FIXT POINT is a Toronto-based arts & media company with national reach. Our mandate is to inspire audiences and artists to imagine change, and our mission is to promote local culture and preserve local heritage through the telling of tales across multiple platforms. We endeavour to be leaders in public engagement, embedding training and outreach into our process of creation and dissemination. FIXT POINT was founded in 2006 and incorporated as a not-for-profit organization in 2011. To date, we’ve interviewed over 3,000 Canadians from every province and territory in almost 200 communities in our storymobiles (mobile recording studio on wheels); edited and posted hundreds of oral histories on our storymap; produced two seasons of a TV/web series for TVO; and, most recently, we were awarded Touring Artist of the Year from the Canadian Arts Presenting Association (CAPACOA). The Tale of a Town Story Map (http://www.thetaleofatown.com) TVO Series (https://tvo.org/programs/main-street-ontario) Learn more at www.fixtpoint.com. [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/icon-event.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]
Volunteer with the Media Sponsor at the Saskatoon Wellness Expo!
Organization: Wellnessnews Choices for Healthy Living® SKCategory: Special Events / Festivals
Description: I'm looking for 2-3 people to assist in managing the Saskatoon Wellness Expo's Grand Prize Door Draw Package at the Wellnessnews Choices for Healthy Living® booth, while greeting attendees and providing them with our community newsletter resource and provide direction for their prize draw entry. The event is from 10am-6pm on Saturday Oct. 29th and from 10am-5pm on Sunday Oct. 30th. I'm looking for assistance for a few hours, each day of the event. [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/icon-health.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]
Wheels of Hope volunteer drivers needed
Organization: Canadian Cancer SocietyCategory: Health / Medical
Description: Do you like to drive? Do you enjoy helping others? WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR You understand that cancer can change everything and you want to help people in your community get access to their Cancer treatment. You are ready to do your best to make a client’s ride to treatment one less thing they have to worry about, allowing them the space and focus to handle their journey in their own way. You are comfortable using online tools, like email and our scheduling software and you have a valid driver’s license with 3 or fewer demerit points. Your vehicle is 100% smoke-free, willing to undergo a criminal records check and be at least double vaccinated for Covid19. You are required to wear a mask while transporting your client. OUR INVESTMENT As an organization we will provide you with training and support to prepare you for this important role. You will be supported by a Transportation Coordinator, who will be providing your driving schedule and be there to help you throughout your time on the road. You will be part of the larger Wheels of Hope team, including over 1600 volunteer drivers and many staff who share your desire to help as many people as possible get to their treatments. YOUR COMMITMENT This is an important leadership role. We ask that you dedicate at minimum a half day to one day weekly, although we are able to accommodate those able to give a few days a month. You agree to initiate and respond with regular, consistent communication between the Transportation Coordinator and the clients you are scheduled to drive. * As a volunteer, you are a representative and ambassador who promotes the mission and values of the organization. Have we piqued your curiosity? Please click HERE to visit the Volunteer signup page on our website. Please create an account and then sign up for the driver position in your city. Within a couple of days, you will then receive an e-mail response about your next steps. Thank you for making a difference in peoples lives! [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/icon-health.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]
Relay For Life Communications Lead
Organization: Canadian Cancer SocietyCategory: Health / Medical
Description: WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING As the Communications Lead you will be responsible for: Building and executing a marketing and communications plan in your community that promotes Relay For Life and the Canadian Cancer Society, driving participation and support Leading and supporting the Social Media Coordinator in building and executing a Social Media campaign and ensuring their tasks are completed if this role remains vacant Using approved provincial/national materials and branding to promote the Relay For Life (and team events) in your immediate community via multiple channels including posters, announcements, Facebook, Instagram, business / club visits and traditional medias. Building media partnerships to create awareness around the community about the event through media releases, online community boards, post event media releases and more Click here to apply please [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/icon-health.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]
Relay For Life Corporate Engagement Lead
Organization: Canadian Cancer SocietyCategory: Health / Medical
Description: VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Relay For Life Corporate Engagement Lead WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING As the Corporate Engagement Lead you will be responsible for: Reengaging past corporate support Recruiting new corporate partners and community organizations for the event, Finding the most meaningful way for the partner to support Relay (teams, cash donation, gift-in-kind or sponsorship) Securing support from local businesses and community members Finding innovative ways for corporates to support your Relay such as roll up your cents at the cash register, sell luminaries as their cash etc. Meeting with your committee to determine corporate support needs for the different aspects of the event (award gifts, survivor gifts, etc.) Leading and supporting the Food & Beverage Coordinator in building relevant partnerships and ensuring their tasks are completed if this role remains vacant Silent auction if holding one (may be a stand-alone role) THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY BE a part of a collective of people united by a singular focus where no Canadian fears cancer. BE bold by committing your time to driving positive change alongside families, friends, healthcare teams, donors, scientists, advocates and all those who strive to make the cancer journey one that is supported in every way. We believe that life is bigger than cancer. We believe your support is stronger than cancer. Click here to apply please [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/icon-health.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]
Relay For Life Event Day Experience Lead
Organization: Canadian Cancer SocietyCategory: Health / Medical
Description: VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Relay For Life Event Day Experience Lead WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING As the Event Day Experience Lead you will be responsible for: Creating the event day schedule, by executing national scripting and writing in any local content Being the stage manager on event day (or recruit an event day volunteer leadership position) Leading the main ceremonies of Relay For Life; Opening Ceremony, Lap of Hope (formally knowns as Survivor Victory Lap), Luminary Ceremony, and Closing Ceremony (include Fundraising Awards) Liaising with the Hope Engagement Coordinator and the Participant Engagement Lead to deliver a Lap of Hope that is engaging and meaningful Leading and supporting the Entertainment Coordinator and coordinating with the master of ceremonies to ensure smooth transitions and recognition on the part of participants and ensuring the Entertainment Coordinator’s tasks are completed if this role remains vacant Working with the Site Lead to make sure the site planning includes every material and aspects needed to give an amazing experience to the participants THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY BE a part of a collective of people united by a singular focus where no Canadian fears cancer. BE bold by committing your time to driving positive change alongside families, friends, healthcare teams, donors, scientists, advocates and all those who strive to make the cancer journey one that is supported in every way. We believe that life is bigger than cancer. We believe your support is stronger than cancer. Click here to apply please [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/icon-health.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]
Relay For Life Participant Engagement Lead
Organization: Canadian Cancer SocietyCategory: Health / Medical
Description: VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Relay For Life Participant Engagement Lead WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING As the Participant Engagement Lead you will be responsible for: Acting as the chief ‘salesperson’ of Relay in your community by re-engaging past Relay participants and and inviting new people to Relay Building on the Outreach Lead’s planned activities, connecting with interested parties and help them understand what Relay is, why it matters and how they’ll benefit from participating Providing support and ideas to teams and participants to encourage online fundraising to reach individual and team goals Community-wide fundraising campaigns as part of Relay For Life Holding team captain meetings leading up to the event Participating in call campaigns for retention and fundraising coaching Leading and supporting the Hope Engagement Coordinator in engaging Participants of Hope and ensuring their tasks are completed if this role remains vacant THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY BE a part of a collective of people united by a singular focus where no Canadian fears cancer. BE bold by committing your time to driving positive change alongside families, friends, healthcare teams, donors, scientists, advocates and all those who strive to make the cancer journey one that is supported in every way. We believe that life is bigger than cancer. We believe your support is stronger than cancer. Click here to apply please [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/icon-health.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]
Relay For Life Relay Director, Logistics
Organization: Canadian Cancer SocietyCategory: Health / Medical
Description: VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Relay For Life Relay Director, Logistics WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING As the Relay Director, Logistics, you will work in partnership with the Relay Director, Community Engagement to create a successful event. In your role you will motivate and support the committee members in the functional roles that create the infrastructure for the special day. The committee members who report to you will each have a portfolio to manage with a focus on the tangible aspects of event planning such as logistics, entertainment, ceremonies, registration, volunteers, and finance. You will prepare all operational plans for event day by focusing on logistics and participant experience. You, and the Relay Director, Community Engagement are directly connected to a CCS Staff Partner and are responsible for sharing key event and organizational information between the Staff Partner and committee members. THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY BE a part of a collective of people united by a singular focus where no Canadian fears cancer. BE bold by committing your time to driving positive change alongside families, friends, healthcare teams, donors, scientists, advocates and all those who strive to make the cancer journey one that is supported in every way. We believe that life is bigger than cancer. We believe your support is stronger than cancer. Click here to apply please [/et_pb_blurb]