Our VolunteersVolunteers have always played a significant role in our organization and are an important part of the SCHC family. We provide an opportunity for people to bring about real change within their communities.
We encourage a donation of time and talents to address local challenges, and unite communities by sharing our capacity to care for one another. The spirit of caring is clearly evident in our many volunteers at SCHC. We appreciate everyone who wants to share their time with us and encourage you to join us! View current Volunteer positions below. Read more about volunteering at SCHC in our Volunteer Information Package click here. |
Volunteers and staff enjoying the Love My Hub Day!
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Volunteering Opportunities
Interested in becoming a volunteer for SCHC?
We currently have a need for Food Bank volunteers and Meals-on-Wheels Drivers and you must have your own car. Since many of our programs depend on volunteers, we need reliable and dedicated volunteers who can contribute their time during weekdays: Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.
We have very little evening or weekend opportunities.
*Please note that during the COVID-19 Pandemic, we have NO volunteer roles for High School Students.
Please click on the role descriptions below for more information:
We currently have a need for Food Bank volunteers and Meals-on-Wheels Drivers and you must have your own car. Since many of our programs depend on volunteers, we need reliable and dedicated volunteers who can contribute their time during weekdays: Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.
We have very little evening or weekend opportunities.
*Please note that during the COVID-19 Pandemic, we have NO volunteer roles for High School Students.
Please click on the role descriptions below for more information:
- Meals-on-Wheels Driver or Runner Volunteer
- Food Bank Volunteer
- Hospice Care Companion Volunteer
- Friendly Visitor Volunteer
- Bereavement Care Peer Support Facilitator
- Client & Family Advisor Role
- Seniors Adult Day Centre Volunteer
- Social Dining Volunteer
- Hot Lunch-4175 Lawrence Ave E. Volunteer
- EarlyON Centre Volunteer
- Homework Tutor Volunteer
- Out of the Cold Program Volunteer (Jan. to March)
- Beat the Heat Program Volunteer (Summer months only)
- Furniture Bank - Showroom Guide Volunteer
- Youth Entrepreneurship Opportunity - Workshop Facilitator & Mentor
Important Volunteer Information
Please note we require all volunteers to:
To volunteer in the Hospice, Friendly Visiting and Bereavement programs, we prefer a 1 year commitment. These programs also require additional in-person and online training. The majority of our volunteer positions require availability of 3 to 4 hours between 9 am and 5 pm, Monday to Friday. Occasional volunteers may be needed for evening or weekend special events.
Please note, due to the volume of applications we receive, only those with skills and availability that we are currently seeking will be contacted.
- Commit to volunteer for a minimum of 6 months, and longer for some programs
- Contribute minimum 3 to 4 hours weekly, depending on the volunteer role (Meals on Wheels is a 2 hour shift)
- Have a good working knowledge of English
- Be at least 15 years old *Note: at this time we have no roles for high school students
- Provide or commit to obtain a CLEAR police check (criminal background check)
- Understand that volunteer positions are unpaid. Volunteering is the philanthropic activity of donating your time to a cause you wish to support.
- Be prepared to devote time to online training mandatory for all volunteers and to provide 2 personal references.
To volunteer in the Hospice, Friendly Visiting and Bereavement programs, we prefer a 1 year commitment. These programs also require additional in-person and online training. The majority of our volunteer positions require availability of 3 to 4 hours between 9 am and 5 pm, Monday to Friday. Occasional volunteers may be needed for evening or weekend special events.
Please note, due to the volume of applications we receive, only those with skills and availability that we are currently seeking will be contacted.
How do I apply to become a Volunteer?
Step 1: Explore the SCHC website and get familiar with our programs.
Step 2: Read the volunteer roles listed and decide one or two that interest you the most.
*NEW* Step 3: Attend a Volunteer Information Session. You will learn about SCHC, what is involved in being an SCHC volunteer and our various volunteer roles. This general info session will give you an opportunity to hear more details and determine if SCHC is a good fit for your volunteer goals. If you have any questions, please bring them to the session.
Please send an email to: volunteerprogram@schcontario.ca including your name and phone number if you are able to attend the next virtual session. It will be over ZOOM and you will need a phone or computer or tablet with a camera and microphone to participate.
Next Volunteer Info Session is: Tuesday August 17, 2021 from 4:00 – 5:30PM
Invite will be sent after you indicate interest via email to: volunteerprogram@SCHContario.ca
Note: If you want to volunteer in Hospice Palliative, Bereavement Support or Friendly Visiting, there's a Volunteer info session focused on ONLY these 3 programs on Tuesday August 10th, 2021, at 5:00 - 6:00PM.
Please email: hpcvolcoordinator@schcontario.ca if you want to attend this session.
Step 4: Download the volunteer application form here. You can send it to us AFTER you attend the info session.
Step 5: Fill out the application and email it back to volunteerprogram@SCHContario.ca or drop if off at one of our locations. The application form is a fillable PDF and can be done online. You must download to your computer/laptop, complete it and you must save and then send the completed document back to the email address above as an attachment.
If you have a current, CLEAR Vulnerable Sector police check, please provide a copy. If you don’t, we will provide the form and explain the process so you can obtain one. You will not be allowed to volunteer at SCHC without one.
Head office location, 629 Markham Rd. at Lawrence Ave., Unit #2, North-east corner, behind Shoppers Drug Mart, lower level, facing Greenholm Circuit. We appreciate your future volunteer time – Thank you.
Step 2: Read the volunteer roles listed and decide one or two that interest you the most.
*NEW* Step 3: Attend a Volunteer Information Session. You will learn about SCHC, what is involved in being an SCHC volunteer and our various volunteer roles. This general info session will give you an opportunity to hear more details and determine if SCHC is a good fit for your volunteer goals. If you have any questions, please bring them to the session.
Please send an email to: volunteerprogram@schcontario.ca including your name and phone number if you are able to attend the next virtual session. It will be over ZOOM and you will need a phone or computer or tablet with a camera and microphone to participate.
Next Volunteer Info Session is: Tuesday August 17, 2021 from 4:00 – 5:30PM
Invite will be sent after you indicate interest via email to: volunteerprogram@SCHContario.ca
Note: If you want to volunteer in Hospice Palliative, Bereavement Support or Friendly Visiting, there's a Volunteer info session focused on ONLY these 3 programs on Tuesday August 10th, 2021, at 5:00 - 6:00PM.
Please email: hpcvolcoordinator@schcontario.ca if you want to attend this session.
Step 4: Download the volunteer application form here. You can send it to us AFTER you attend the info session.
Step 5: Fill out the application and email it back to volunteerprogram@SCHContario.ca or drop if off at one of our locations. The application form is a fillable PDF and can be done online. You must download to your computer/laptop, complete it and you must save and then send the completed document back to the email address above as an attachment.
If you have a current, CLEAR Vulnerable Sector police check, please provide a copy. If you don’t, we will provide the form and explain the process so you can obtain one. You will not be allowed to volunteer at SCHC without one.
Head office location, 629 Markham Rd. at Lawrence Ave., Unit #2, North-east corner, behind Shoppers Drug Mart, lower level, facing Greenholm Circuit. We appreciate your future volunteer time – Thank you.
Corporate Team Volunteer Opportunities
SCHC offers opportunities for corporate teams to volunteer. Special projects (painting, organizing etc), the SCHC Food Bank, and special events are available. Contact volunteerprogram@SCHContario.ca to discuss options.
NOTE: Due to COVID-19, we have no onsite Corporate volunteer opportunities at this time. We encourage a donation of gift cards, a food drive or monetary donation to SCHC.
We also have a partnership with Kits For A Cause to help provide a fun group or corporate volunteer opportunity while making an impact. Help us build Healthy Community Care Kits for individuals in Scarborough who need it most. There are no limits to group sizes; whether your group is 5 or 500, you can help us, help our community! To learn more click here for more information.
NOTE: Due to COVID-19, we have no onsite Corporate volunteer opportunities at this time. We encourage a donation of gift cards, a food drive or monetary donation to SCHC.
We also have a partnership with Kits For A Cause to help provide a fun group or corporate volunteer opportunity while making an impact. Help us build Healthy Community Care Kits for individuals in Scarborough who need it most. There are no limits to group sizes; whether your group is 5 or 500, you can help us, help our community! To learn more click here for more information.
Students looking for Co-op Placement
We do not deal directly with students for school volunteer placements. Please have your school
Placement Officer contact: studentplacement@schcontario.ca at least 2 months prior to your
required placement term. Please DO NOT approach staff directly for a placement. Only contact is through our
Student Placement email please. Due to limited capacity, we are unable to accept all students who apply.
Placement Officer contact: studentplacement@schcontario.ca at least 2 months prior to your
required placement term. Please DO NOT approach staff directly for a placement. Only contact is through our
Student Placement email please. Due to limited capacity, we are unable to accept all students who apply.
