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Our weekly event requires: A Marshall - to help direct the runners at turnpoionts
A Timer - will need a smartphone and be able to download the timing app which will be used to time the prticipants for their 5K wlak/run/jog
A scanner - will need a smartphone to use the app to scan barcodes at the end of the event
A tailwalker - will be walking the course, following the last participant. Will act as course 'sweep' as well as pick up signage.
We are seeking volunteers to help out at the adoption centre in Pickering at Petsmart . Duties include:
- cleaning cat cages, litter pans, ensuring cats have fresh food and water
- keeping centre clean
- brushing, socializing and playing with cats
- Spending time interacting and socializing shyer cats
- talking to public about cats, and potential adopters about adoptable cats
- assisting with the adoption process for cats approved for adoption
- communicating with fellow volunteers about any information needed and arranging coverage for any absences
Looking for volunteers to assist with the workshops and edible garden installations at schools
Organize and deliver tours at WindReach Farm * wagon ride, farm and/or stable tour * sensory trail, wool demonstrations and more
Animal care * lead animals to pasture, feeding, watering * groom animals * keep all buckets and dishes clean
Barn work * muck out stalls, replace straw, dump wheelbarrows * keep equipment clean and sweep barn floors
Administration * maintain daily logs and animal care records * communicate with Barn Manager about concerns * advocate for Pegasus to attract sponsors and volunteers
· Interacting with the public while providing great customer service. Merchandising and staging of furniture donations.
· eCommerce: product research for price and key selling points, measure dimensions, photography, and minor touch up of items to support our new online platform.
· Tasks may include customer service, product display, pricing, assembly, and repair
- Due to the physical nature of some of the tasks required, ReStore volunteers may be asked to lift heavy objects (bathroom fixtures, windows, doors, etc.)
- Assembling furniture and some restoration of various donations.
- Able to lift 10-20 pounds and be on your feet for several hours at a time.
- Volunteers are required to wear CSA approved green label safety shoes, some at store to borrow for volunteer shift
· Come with a willingness to learn from experienced volunteers and staff and to work as part of a team. A positive attitude, enthusiasm, flexibility, and a sense of humour is always key! Tasks are not always glamorous, so be prepared to do a variety of things.
Assist with planning and leading a weekly walking group for people living with dementia and their care partners * this program is designed to promote physical activity and socialization by providing a fun and safe outing opportunity.
Completing online modules * quizzes and at-home projects for our virtual sessions
Also have opportunities to do in-person events, which include invasive species pulls * tree plantings * litter clean-ups and other outdoor opportunities
Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) has volunteer and non-paid work experience opportunities for a variety of volunteers such as secondary and post-secondary students, corporate opportunities, festival events (Durham Children's Watershed Festival and Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival) and the Conservation Area Trail Stewards (CATS) program.