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Talking Cafรฉ Facilitator
Compassionate Communities Kingston Canada (CCKC)
Talking Cafรฉs are informal, drop-in gatherings that offer older adults a friendly space to connect, share stories, and enjoy meaningful conversation. Each Cafรฉ is supported by a volunteer facilitator who gently guides the discussion and helps create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment. Facilitators help create warm, welcoming spaces where older adults can connect, share stories, and enjoy meaningful conversations. Volunteers gently guide discussions, foster an inclusive environment, and help reduce social isolation.Your responsibilities include greeting participants, creating a safe and inclusive environment, encouraging but never pressuring participation, and gently guiding discussions with open-ended questions when needed. Before each session, you arrive early to set up the space and refreshments, and during the Cafรฉ you foster a friendly, respectful atmosphere where everyone feels heard.
Inclusive Arts Volunteer
H'art Centre
Join our H'art Studio program and work alongside artist participants with intellectual or developmental disabilities and community artist instructors to support inclusive arts workshops in visual arts, theatre, dance, music, storytelling and more. Volunteers will gain hands on experience and contribute to a supportive creative community.Volunteers are asked to commit about half a day per week for six months. This helps ensure a consistent and rewarding experience for everyone.Getting StartedTo join us as a volunteer, youโll need to: Complete a short volunteer application you can find at www.hartcentre.ca/volunteer Arrange a brief visit and interview with our team Complete a standard Criminal Background Check (CPIC), which can be done online Take part in our introductory MixAbilities Inclusive Arts Training (the first four modules) Weโll guide you through each part of the process and are happy to answer any questions along the way.Volunteers: Assist community arts instructors during workshops Support and encourage artist-participants in activities Help set up and clean up workshop spaces Contribute to creating a welcoming, positive, inclusive environmentWhat Will You Gain: Introduction to inclusive arts through the first modules of our MixAbilities Inclusive Arts Training program. Volunteers who are artists or arts educators may continue with full training if they wish. Learn and develop skills in inclusive arts facilitation Gain experience in creative, inclusive environments Build confidence and leadership skills Be part of a supportive community of artists, families, and volunteers Enhance career and personal development opportunities Enjoy new experiences and meet a diverse range of people
Apply now to become a Board Director
Ongwanada Developmental Services
๐๐ผ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฑ ๐ข๐ฝ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐๐ป๐ถ๐๐ | ๐ ๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฒ ๐ฎ ๐ฆ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ด๐ถ๐ฐ ๐๐บ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐น๐ผ๐ฝ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ฎ๐น ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐Ongwanada, a non-profit supporting people with developmental disabilities across Eastern Ontario, is seeking new members for its Board of Directors.Experience in the following areas is considered an asset:โข Legalโข Labour Relationsโข Government RelationsHowever, all qualified applicants with a commitment to strong governance and community impact are encouraged to apply.๐ Approximately 5โ8 hours per month ๐ Apply by ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฐ๐ต ๐ฏ๐ญ, ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฒ ๐ https://ow.ly/KJUg50Y7zQv
Treasurer Needed
Rideau Waterway Land Trust
The Rideau Waterway Land Trust is accepting applications for the vital role of Treasurer on our Board of Directors! Join us in making a real impact in the beautiful Rideau corridor between Kingston and Ottawa โ and help us make sure we have enough nuts squirrelled away for winter. As our volunteer Treasurer, youโll play a crucial role in the financial health of our not-for-profit charitable organization. The current Treasurer will be available for mentorship throughout the transition. Your responsibilities will include: - Providing financial oversight and strategic advice for the short and long-term health of the Land Trust - Ensuring all day-to-day financial transactions are completed accurately and on time โ working closely with the Executive Director, bookkeeper, and other board volunteers - Overseeing budgets, planning, board reporting, and coordinating public reporting requirements If youโre passionate about conserving lands and wildlife and have a knack for finance, weโd love to hear from you! Please send your CV and cover letter to John Grass, RWLT Board Chair, at info@rwlt.org. Learn more about us at www.rwlt.org, or sign up for our free monthly newsletter at www.rwlt.org/subscribe. Join us in preserving the beauty of the Rideau Waterway!
Literacy Volunteer Board Member
Literacy Link Eastern Ontario
Literacy Link Eastern Ontario is seeking volunteers who are passionate about literacy and community service to join us as members of our Board of Directors to help us achieve our mission of empowering literacy service providers and learners in Eastern Ontario. We are a small but mighty organization with a vision that adult literacy service providers have access to excellent education and skill development tools that will support student learners in achieving their goals. We develop connections, communications, resources and collaborations to support adult literacy and adult learning opportunities.Joining our Board of Directors offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our organization and the adult education system in Ontario. You will be able to share your knowledge, experience and expertise or develop valuable leadership skills and experience working in a provincially funded nonprofit charity. We offer great professional development opportunities. Time required: 2-4 hours/monthLocation: Our Board meets online monthly and in-person 1-2 times a year. We are located in Brockville and are seeking volunteer Board members from the general area of Southeastern Ontario including Picton, Napanee, Kingston, Brockville and Cornwall areas. How to apply: https://forms.gle/fQKzpxPVSyt7JUwY7Please post and share this open call with your contacts. A full description is attached.Thank you in advance for your support and consideration,Brandy
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