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There are many ways to volunteer with us. We continue to add new opportunities on an ongoing basis. Everyone can grow and learn through volunteering.
Select an area of interest to see what volunteer opportunities are available.
Do you want to volunteer this summer?
Summer volunteering is a great way to meet new people, learn new things and get involved in your community. We have a limited number of summer opportunities available and encourage you to fill out our online application as soon as possible to get the perfect summer volunteer position for you!
Are you interested in a student placement?
Applicants interested in a student placement are asked to contact staff at one of our locations directly to see if there are any opportunities available. A list of all of our program sites and locations can be found here.
Are you interested in a volunteer opportunity for your group?
Group Volunteers are people who represent a corporate or community organization and want to work with the YMCA to build communities which will be home to the healthiest children, teens and young adults. In order for your group to be matched with a suitable Group Volunteer project, please email volunteering@ymcagta.org with the subject line “I Want to Know More About Group Volunteering”.
Child and Family Development Volunteer Opportunities
As the largest provider of not-for-profit licensed child care in Canada, the YMCA of Greater Toronto offers a variety programs throughout the GTA for children ages 18 months to 12 years of age.
| Volunteer Position Title | Location |
|---|---|
| Play Partner Preschool Program Volunteer |
Various YMCA child care centres throughout the GTA |
| Summer Club Volunteer |
Various YMCA child care centres throughout the GTA |
| PlayON Volunteer |
YMCA Child Care Centres in: Durham, York, Scarborough, Toronto, Peel |
Employment & Community Volunteer Opportunities
Employment & Community programs provide personalized services to help youth and adult job seekers develop their skills and find meaningful employment. A wide variety of resources and community programs are also available to qualified volunteers such as YMCA Newcomer Settlement Programs, Youth Support Services and International programs. Unique and interesting volunteer opportunities are available.
| Volunteer Position Title | Location |
|---|---|
| Assessment Monitor |
North York Dufferin Street YMCA Centre; Scarborough Milner Business Court YMCA Centre |
| Customer Service/ Administrative Volunteer |
Various YMCA Employment Resource Centres throughout the GTA |
| Job Developer Assistant |
Various YMCA Employment Resource Centres throughout the GTA |
| Small Business Advisor |
Markham 14th Avenue YMCA Centre |
| Workshop Facilitator |
Availability based on education, experience and vacancy at Employment and Newcomer Centres across the GTA |
| Guest Speaker |
Availability based on education, experience and vacancy at Employment and Newcomer Centres across the GTA |
| NYLD Youth Leader Assistant (Peel) |
Brampton Union Street YMCA Centre |
| NYLD Youth Leader Assistant (Toronto) |
Central Grosvenor Street YMCA Centre, North York Dufferin Street YMCA Centre, Toronto Scarborough Town Centre YMCA Centre |
| Global Awareness |
Central Grosvenor Street YMCA Centre |
| Employment Resource Centre Assistant |
Scarborough Finch Avenue YMCA Centre |
| Employment & Community Outreach Assistant |
Scarborough Finch Avenue YMCA Centre |
| Literacy Tutor/Group Facilitator Volunteer |
North York Dufferin YMCA Centre |
| Youth Resource Development Advisor |
Scarborough Milner Business Court YMCA Centre, North York Dufferin Street YMCA Centre, Etobicoke Albion Road YMCA Centre |
Health and Fitness Volunteer Opportunities
At the YMCA, we're more than a gym. We're a place where you can be yourself, meet new friends and have fun. At our Health and Fitness Centres we support our members as they strive to reach their potential and work toward their goals as part of an inclusive, caring and healthy community.
| Volunteer Position Title | Location |
|---|---|
| Aquafit Instructor |
Various YMCA health and fitness Centres throughout the GTA |
| Aquatics Assistant | |
| Assistant Group Fitness Leader | |
| Child Minding | |
| Child, Youth & Family Instructional Programs | |
| Housekeeper | |
| Group Fitness Leader | |
| Instructional Program Volunteer – Adult | |
| Locker Room Attendant | |
| Maintenance Assistant | |
| Membership Services Assistant | |
| Open Access Programs – Adult | |
| Teen Night Volunteer | |
| Green Team Volunteer | |
| Individual Conditioning | |
| Sewing Volunteer | Markham YMCA Blvd Rudy Bratty YMCA Centre |
Other Available Opportunities
| Volunteer Position Title | Location |
|---|---|
| Guest Services Volunteer |
YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre |
| Maintenance Support Volunteer | |
| Farm Support Volunteer | |
| Kitchen Support Volunteer |
| Earn AIR MILES® Reward Miles at the Y | |
| YMCA Healthy Kids Day | |
| YMCA Culinary Collection | |
| Camp Registration: YMCA eConnect |
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