Live-In Caretaker or Volunteer for Woman with Cancer Looking for someone to volunteer for a women who is ill with terminal cancer. She needs a caring soul to keep her company, and help her cook. If possible, looking for a live-in caretaker. Meals and room will be provided if needed.

She lives in Scarborough, Toronto, ON.

posted today at 1:07 PM | updated today at 1:32 PM | 0 responses

Volunteerism: 1hr Focus Group Study Awesome to meet you!

Glad you found us on Getinvolved.ca We would like to invite you to participate in our focus group study on Volunteerism. We are a non-profit organization hosting a group session that will be approx 1 hr in length and light refreshments will be served. Location will be in the Greater Toronto Area with the exact details to be confirmed.

We are looking for:
Age: 30-65 years old
Parents with children or
Professionals or
Business owners

To confirm your interest in the session, please contact Sunny at sto@wellofchange.org Thank you!

Well of Change
W: www.wellofchange.org
E: info@wellofchange.org
T: twitter.com/wellofchange
P: 416-363-8888

posted yesterday at 2:37 PM | updated yesterday at 4:06 PM | 0 responses

Volunteer - Youth Assisting Youth (ID# 444) Youth Assisting Youth is a non-profit charitable organization that provides a peer mentoring service to improve the life prospects for newcomer and at risk youth.

We need people like you - especially guys 16 - 29 years old - to mentor newcomer and at risk youth in your community. You'll both benefit. We train you, and you can do it on your own schedule. You can make a difference.

Apply Today:

Call Chuck at (416) 932 - 1919 ext. 258 or forward your resume to cokonkwo@yay.org. Those interested in applying should attend the next Volunteer Information Session on Saturday March 20, 2010. Contact Chuck today and RSVP your seat because seats are limited.

Volunteer Description:

Volunteers will provide positive support, coaching and leadership to youth on a one-to-one basis or in groups including after school programs, arts and/or recreational activities. Second language skills are preferred but not required. Attend attractions, professional sports events, etc. together. FREE passes/tickets provided. Scholarships available. Comprehensive training provided. Young professionals and post secondary students/grads needed.

Qualifications:

-16 - 29 years old.
-Able to provide two professional references; (i.e. professor, employer, etc.).
-Able to commit to 3 hours a week on your own schedule for a year.
-Second language (i.e. mandarin, farsi, spanish, russian, etc.) preferred but not required.

Locations:

-Scarborough,
-North York
-Etobicoke

Contact Chuck:

Phone: (416) 932-1919 ext. 258
Fax: (416) 932-1924
Email: cokonkwo@yay.org

Visit our website at www.yay.org

posted yesterday at 11:32 AM | 0 responses

Webmaster or Web Design volunteer Webmaster or Web Designer for main website

LOCATION: Montreal

DUTIES of VOLUNTEER:

The volunteer will redesign the website of the organization and establish a content management system (CMS). The idea is that the organization would be able to maintain content internally once the website is created.

This is a great opportunity an individual who wishes to add a website to their portfolio.

HOURS:
Part-time or full time â?? beginning winter 2010. Specifics details to be negotiated with volunteer.

REQUIREMENTS:
â?¢ Excellent knowledge of image manipulation software
â?¢ Knowledge of PHP, HTML, CSS
â?¢ Proficiency with web design software and content management systems (CMS) such as Wordpress, Drupal, Joomla, MovableType etc.
â?¢ Flexibility and an ability to work well independently
â?¢ Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
â?¢ Bilingual, English and French
â?¢ Interest in International Development an asset

posted 2 days ago at 1:27 PM | 0 responses

Volunteer opportunity in Ghana Summer time volunteering' is an exciting piece of volunteer program put together by YUDES this summer 2010.The is designed for all categories of volunteers regardless of educational qualification.Volunteers only needs to speak English and be adaptive to local conditions e.g. the slower pace in getting things done in Ghana as compared to the advanced countries. This program includes the following:

* Teaching English, providing education & support for HIV orphans and PLWHAs
* Support for the local community through building and construction of school blocks, hospitals etc.
* Care for orphans, vulnerable children and children with learning disabilities e.g. autism

* Care for children who are victims of child trafficking along the banks of Lake Volta

This program also has an amazing host family accommodation and cultural immersion set up.The volunteer will have the opportunity to experience the true Ghanaian hospitality which embedded in our culture.

posted 4 days ago at 8:46 AM | 0 responses