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YMCA OF GREATER TORONTO

How to Become a Volunteer

Fun! Rewarding! Amazing! That's just some of the ways YMCA volunteers describe their volunteering experience. Join us!

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Volunteering is a great way to connect with other community members, expand your friendship circle, develop skills and complete your community service or student placement hours. 

We are inspired by the number of community members who want to join us in helping to create vibrant communities. Lately we’ve been impressed by the strong interest and the large number of applications coming our way. Our team is carefully reviewing each application and it can take us approximately 4 weeks to process and respond to applicants. Please keep in mind that successful applicants will be required to complete an interview, reference screening and police check for those over 18. We will be in touch as soon as possible and appreciate your enthusiasm.

Please email volunteering@ymcagta.org if you have any questions about volunteering with the YMCA.

How to Volunteer

Becoming a YMCA volunteer can be a fun and rewarding experience. Get started today by following these three easy steps:

Step 1: Discover how you want to help

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Find the opportunity that is right for you by looking through our Volunteer Opportunities and the list of locations where each is offered.

Step 2: Complete our application form

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Complete our Volunteer Application and either submit it online or print and drop it off in person at the YMCA location of your choice.

Step 3: Check your inbox for updates

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A YMCA staff member will review your application and connect with you as soon as possible.

Frequently asked questions

How old do I have to be to be a volunteer?
Will volunteering take a lot of my time?
Can I volunteer with the YMCA to complete my community involvement hours or student placement hours?
Do I have to be a YMCA member to volunteer?

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