Looking to get involved in your community and make an impact on students? 
Join our Humane Education Volunteer Team! 

If you are passionate about animals, enjoy working with children and want to make a difference in your community, consider joining our Humane Education Team to continue your journey of being an animal advocate!  

Time Commitment 

We ask for a minimum commitment of four presentations each month, which is between eight to twelve hours monthly. Volunteers must have daytime availability and provide four morning or afternoon slots to present during school hours.  

Role Requirements 

• Must provide a clear Criminal and Judicial Matters Check.
• A vehicle in good working order will be required for this role. 
• Access to a personal tech device on a secure Wi-Fi network.
• Be available to commit to four presentations each month.
• Comfortable presenting in front of children.

The Impact 

• Directly impact your local and global community by empowering participants to  discover their empathy for animals and their environment, while inspiring a deep connection to animals. 
• Taking a student-centred approach, have meaningful conversations about animals through discussions, videos, and activities with curriculum connections. 
• Make a direct impact on the lives of animals and children. 

THE BENEFITS TO YOU 

• Gain valuable skills and learn more about animal well-being and our Humane Education programs.
• Gain leadership and public speaking skills in classroom settings
• Engage in heartwarming and impactful experiences as you empower young minds to be animal advocates. 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS  

• Previous teaching, presenting or experience working in a school setting would be an asset.
• Have good working knowledge of PowerPoint, Google Classroom, and other presentation software. 
• Ability to clearly communicate instructions to students.  
• Must provide a clear Criminal and Judicial Matters Check.
• A vehicle in good working order will be required for this role.  
• Must reside within our Animal Centre communities (York, Durham, Barrie, Lennox & Addington, Leeds & Grenville, Midland, Muskoka, Orangeville, Orillia, Renfrew County, Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry, & Sudbury. 
• Must be able to provide daytime availability (during school hours).
• Must be available to deliver 4 presentations a month. 
• Access to a personal tech device on a secure Wi-Fi network. 

JOIN OUR VOLUNTEER TEAM TODAY! 

 *Mileage reimbursement is NOT available for this role; therefore, we do our absolute best to schedule presentations within a 25km (about 15.53 mi) radius of your community.   

Make a Difference in a Child's life, Become a Virtual Volunteer Angel!

Do you want to support families impacted by cancer? Can you commit two (2) hours per week to providing psychosocial support to a child in need? Join Nankind and help lessen the impact of cancer on families by offering virtual childcare support. 

How You Can Help:  

• Provide psychosocial support to help children develop coping skills and build resilience.
• Provide fun, educational, creative, and safe virtual experiences for children.
• Commit to a minimum of six (6) months to ensure stability for families during a parent’s treatment and recovery.
• Offer two (2) hours of childcare support per week to the same family. 

Why Volunteer with Nankind? 

Nankind offers a meaningful and rewarding opportunity for volunteers who want to make a real difference in the lives of families affected by cancer. As a Virtual Volunteer Angel, you will support children in overcoming learning obstacles, building problem-solving skills, and engaging in creative activities that provide a healthy emotional outlet.  

Your presence will have a lasting impact on children whose parents are undergoing treatment, receiving palliative care, or families coping with bereavement. By providing a safe and caring virtual space, you’ll ease stress for families and give parents the reassurance they need to rest.  

Through weekly virtual visits, you will foster a special connection, allowing children to form a new friendship with you while exploring ways to process, understand, and express their feelings about their parent’s cancer. Volunteers receive specialized training and ongoing guidance from Nankind’s Child Life Specialist, ensuring they feel supported and confident in their role. 

How to Apply: 

1. Visit our volunteer page.
2. Click “Apply Now”.
3. Complete and submit the application. 

There's a family in your community waiting for their very own Angel!