The Canadian Cancer Society is recruiting Event Day volunteers for the CIBC Run for the Cure taking place in Durham Region on October 5th. Volunteer roles include set up, registration, route marshal, green team, and much more!  You can choose a specific role and shift(s) based on your availability.

The CIBC Run for the Cure is a 5k or 1k walk or run. It is the largest single-day, volunteer-led event in Canada in support of the breast cancer cause. When you volunteer at the Canadian Cancer Society you have real impact. It takes all of us to take on cancer.

To find more information on the available roles and register, visit www.volunteercancer.ca.

Become a Volunteer today!

At Extendicare, we’re so thankful to have dedicated volunteers working in our retirement communities. Whether our volunteers are supporting recreation activities, helping out at a special event, or offering companionship to a resident, these acts of volunteerism and kindness make a big difference in the lives of the people who call Extendicare home. Inquire today about how you can get involved.

• Assist with recreation activities & events
• Support with meals & dining experience
• Participate in organized programs & clubs
• Develop relationships & visit with seniors
• 1-2 hours per week or spend a day with the rec staff 

Assist nurse with administrative support at Foot Care Clinic   *  Guide clients through foot care appointment

HELP volunteers will be trained to support patients with delirium prevention at the Oshawa Hospital.  

As a member of a customer-focused volunteer team, you will welcome patients and visitors to Lakeridge Health, provide them with appropriate and required assistance to find their destination within the hospital, and learn about the services and departments in the hospital.  Please note this is role requires standing and walking.

Volunteers provide support by interacting with patients in group settings.  You will assist recreation therapists by helping with cognitive or creative activities such as games, arts, crafts, and music. These volunteers also assist with escorting patients to common areas for socialization and events.

The role provides a warm welcome to clients, families and visitors.  Answers general questions, provides wayfinding, may assist with answering calls, and administrative/clerical tasks.

one-to-one or group volunteer opportunities available

• Palliative Care Volunteer
• Grief & Bereavement Volunteer
• Fundraising Initiatives, Events and Community Awareness Volunteer
• Administrative Support Volunteer
• VON DHS Community Corporation (VON CC)