1. Truck Offloading & Transport

• Safely unload food items from the delivery truck
• Carry boxes and containers to designated sorting and storage areas
• Handle items with care to prevent damage or spoilage
• Report any damaged goods or packaging issues immediately

2. Expiration Date Inspection

• Check all products for expiration dates upon arrival
• Identify and set aside expired or near-expiration items
• Document expiration dates on inventory as needed
• Notify lead or supervisor of items requiring immediate use or disposal
• Ensure no expired products are stored for distribution

3. Sorting & Organization

• Sort items by category (proteins, produce, canned goods, dry goods, etc.)
• Separate perishable items from non-perishables
• Group like items together for easier inventory tracking
• Organize donations in designated sorting area following established protocols

4. Portioning & Packaging (if applicable)

• Portion bulk items into individual servings or standard quantities
• Repackage items into containers for distribution if required
• Ensure portions are consistent and appropriate for patron needs

6. Storage & Safety

• Place items in appropriate storage locations (refrigeration, shelving, freezer)
• Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) method to rotate stock
• Ensure proper spacing and ventilation in storage areas
• Store items at correct temperatures when applicable
• Keep storage areas clean and organized
• Report any storage concerns (temperature, humidity, pest issues) to supervisor

7. Cleanliness & Safety

• Keep work areas clean throughout the process
• Use proper food handling hygiene (handwashing, gloves if applicable)
• Follow all health and safety protocols
• Report hazards or safety concerns immediately

8. Communication & Support

• Communicate clearly with team members during offloading
• Ask for clarification on procedures as needed
• Support other volunteers or staff as directed

Key Competencies

• Physical ability to lift, carry, and organize items (up to 25 lbs regularly)
• Attention to detail (dates, quantities, organization)
• Teamwork and communication
• Reliability and punctuality
• Willingness to follow food safety protocols

Shift set-up

• Sign in and report to station
• Wash hands, put on a clean apron, tie back or cover hair, and remove rings, bracelets, and watches
• Set up the serving area - tables, serving line, utensils, plates, cups, napkins, condiments
• Review stocked and donated items for dates, damage, or spoilage, rotating stock so older items are used
  first, and flag anything questionable to the supervisor. 

Food preparation

• Prepare food to the day's menu, working within the kitchen scope described above
• Wash, peel, and chop fruit and vegetables; assemble sandwiches, wraps, and salads
• Reheat food to a safe internal temperature of at least 74°C (165°F), verified with a probe thermometer
• Hold hot food at or above 60°C (140°F) and cold food at or below 4°C (40°F) until served
•  Use separate boards, utensils, and surfaces for raw and ready-to-eat foods
• Prepare dietary and allergen-conscious alternatives - vegetarian, halal, diabetic-friendly, and soft or
  texture-modified options kept separate, covered, and clearly labelled
• Label and date everything prepared or opened
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Meal service

• Serve meals promptly and consistently, with fair and equitable portions across everyone in line
• Greet each patron warmly and offer choice wherever possible
• Answer ingredient and allergen questions accurately, checking rather than guessing when unsure
• Monitor quantities against expected numbers and alert the supervisor early if supplies run low
• Keep the serving line stocked, tidy, and safe - replenish, wipe spills immediately, refresh utensils
• Support take-away or saved plates for patrons unable to attend service, as directed
• Apply the seconds policy set by the supervisor consistently for everyone

Clean-up and close

• Wash, sanitize, and put away dishes, utensils, and equipment
• Wipe and sanitize prep surfaces, serving tables, and high-touch areas
• Cool, cover, label, date, and refrigerate leftovers per supervisor direction
• Sweep and mop prep and serving areas; remove garbage, compost, and recycling

Raise funds for the Alzheimer Society Durham Region by attending Bingo sessions with another volunteer. Raise awareness about Alzheimer Society of Durham Region by setting up the Society banner and brochues, greet, interact and welcome customers, hold the door open and provide assistance as needed. Light tidyting and cleaning of tables and screens when required. Make a difference in your community!

Join us for a Love Your Lakes shoreline cleanup at a location near you! Every week, local community members come together across the Durham Region to take action and protect Lake Ontario. Each cleanup brings us closer to cleaner shorelines, stronger communities, and our goal of removing 10 million pieces of litter since A Greener Future began in 2014.

Each cleanup lasts approximately 2 hours. When you arrive, you’ll be welcomed by our team and have the chance to meet your fellow volunteers. Before starting, our team will provide a brief orientation and hand out supplies so everyone feels prepared to participate. We’ll take a fun group photo to celebrate our collective action against litter, then begin our cleanup journey along the shoreline.

After each event, our team collects, sorts, and records each piece of litter volunteers collect. This real litter data supports research, education, and advocacy efforts — meaning that when you join a cleanup, you’re not just picking up litter, you’re joining a community movement taking meaningful action for the freshwater we all rely on.

These family-friendly events are open to everyone — no experience needed! Whether you’re looking for high school volunteer hours, a way to make a difference in your community, or simply something meaningful to do outdoors, our cleanups are a great way to spend your time. Our shorelines and wildlife need our help, and every piece collected makes an impact.

Want to get involved? Find a Love Your Lakes cleanup near you by visiting our events page, selecting your region, and registering for an upcoming event. We can’t wait to welcome you to the shoreline!

Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) has a variety of volunteer opportunities for 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. 

General volunteers do a variety of tasks including food service * dispensing pantry goods * monitoring washrooms * coat check * and various other odd jobs.

Do you like to drive? Do you enjoy helping others? We need you!

Imagine being told you have cancer, and that you need to travel each day to receive life-saving treatment but you have no way to get there. 

That’s where the Canadian Cancer Society’s Wheels of Hope comes in – a program that offers a ride for people with cancer who need help getting to and from their treatment appointments.   

We need volunteer drivers all over the Durham region. The program operates Monday to Friday during the day. A mileage reimbursement is offered. If you have a weekday to spare or even just a few days per month, please consider signing up for Wheels of Hope!

• Share Your Story: Provide an engaging overview of your career journey
• Explain Your Path: Discuss the steps you took, challenges you faced, and key moments that shaped your career
• Encourage Interaction: Invite student questions and foster reflective discussions
• Offer Practical Insights: Share advice and lessons learned to help students navigate their own career exploration

Story Book Farm Primate Sanctuary is the only monkey sanctuary in Canada. We are verified by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. Volunteer tasks include indoor and outdoor enclosure cleaning * preparing dinners,  food enrichment and treats for the moneys *  If skilled, carpentry projects, such as building monkey sleep boxes, creating structural enrichment and assisting with facilities maintenance * If you are unable to join us on-site, there are other volunteer opportunities to assist with fundraising, campaigns and outreach. Retirees welcomed! 
 
  
 
Safety Note: As a sanctuary, physical contact with the monkeys is extremely limited. We respect their space and only interact with them on their terms through their enclosures to provide enrichment, support and comfort." 
 
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During the morning shift, the meal is prepared for service later in the day.
Tasks for this shift include:

• Buttering buns
• Rolling cutlery
• Plating desserts
• Sorting food
• Peeling and/or cutting vegetables
• Making salad
• Making fruit salad
• Bagging food to-go
• Washing, drying, and/or putting away dishes
• Doing laundry

During the afternoon shift, guests are served a meal.
Tasks for this shift include:

• Serving guests at their tables
• Busing tables
• Wiping tables and chairs as guests leave 
• Scraping plates 
• Preparing drinks (coffee, tea, juice, and water)
• Plating meals from the steam table
• Washing, drying, and/or putting away dishes
• Handing out food to guests to go

Looking for long-term Volunteers (minimum of 6 months, required to attend 2 hours minimum per week) to assist with every day programs, events, outings, entertainment and much MORE! Please apply online on our AgeCare website! 

Deliver food boxes on Friday mornings to clients' homes.  Food boxes contain a variety of healthy food essentials, locally made or grown. Volunteers pick up the food boxes at the Whitby Hub.

Packers assemble food items, organize and fill food boxes on Thursdays.

Deliver meals along an assigned route usually designed to be completed in 1-1.5hrs * Deliver meals to the clients' door.  Have a few minutes for a brief chat.  Pick-up around 11am.

Pack meals in MOW bags in the morning hours

Clean out and sanitize returning MOW bags in the afternoon 
 

Assist shoppers purchase new and gently-used womens, mens and childrens clothing * ensure tidiness of store * set up and take down displays * handle cash * sort clothing donations * promote, be able to talk to customers about Bethesda House