What volunteers do
What volunteers do
Warehouse assistants primarily help with receiving, sorting, and organizing food donations, preparing food hampers, and maintaining a clean and safe warehouse environment. They also assist with loading and unloading delivery vehicles and may be involved in other tasks as needed.
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Special requirements
Special requirements
Must be 16+
This program is popular with
This program is popular with
Students
30-50 years olds
Seniors
More volunteer programs
More volunteer programs
We are looking for people who are committed to child safety to help us deliver these presentations in schools to Grade K – 5 students. If you’ve ever wanted your inner actor to shine, here is a chance to use your skills and create some positive change. Volunteers who are interested are provided with education about child safety and training to be a puppeteer. You will be well supported by our staff Education and Outreach person and will receive a small honorarium for each presentation you assist with. We will schedule you for presentations according to your availability, so this is ideal for university students, people who are retired, and those with flexible work schedules!
Background check required
Must be 18+
Assist with food and beverage preparation, washing dishes and kitchen equipment, and ensuring the cleanliness of work surfaces. Volunteers may also be involved in tasks like portioning and wrapping food, using kitchen appliances to prepare food, and cleaning and sanitizing the kitchen.
Must be 16+
We are in need of volunteers for special events and for the Board. Board meetings are held at the Community Centre on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:30 pm (except for July, August and December). At the present time, all meetings take place online through the Zoom application.
Assist with cooking and cleaning for our meal service, as well as serving meals to community members. We are always looking for passionate volunteers who are eager to support Carmichael Outreach’s mission and initiatives.
Assist REACH Food Education staff with the running of cooking classes (help with setup and teardown, assist cooking class participants as needed)
Assist clients who are absolute beginners to English learn the letters and sounds of the alphabet. Help clients develop specific English skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking). Scheduling is based on volunteer/client availability.
We provide a variety of get together events and activities for retired persons, seniors, and elderly individuals. We need volunteers to assist with planning and preparing events and activities for our retired members, as well as general administrative work such as answering phones.
Youth Support Volunteers provide critical support to youth that are transitioning to independent living. You’ll help youth aged 16-24 to build essential life skills, access the resources that they need in the community, and succeed in their educational pursuits. This role involves offering guidance, encouragement, and mentoring while supporting youth with their daily activities, studies, and personal development.
Assist in organizing and packing Good Food Box orders on Wednesday mornings
Set up and tear down mobile stores. Help with store operation and inventory counts.