Get Involved
Community Links Volunteer Program provides opportunities for children, youth, adults, seniors, and families to become engaged in the community through a variety of volunteer opportunities. Volunteers are an integral component to the success of Community Links’ service delivery. Registered volunteers are interviewed and screened. A criminal records check, a child intervention check, a driver’s abstract and character references may be required depending on the volunteer opportunity.
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Friendly Visiting
Purpose: The Friendly Visiting Program is a preventive program to help isolated seniors live independently in the safety of their own home and community for a longer period of time by providing social contact, companionship and support. This is achieved by decreasing social isolation, providing seniors with an opportunity to gain increased community involvement and responding to basic needs.
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Friendly Visitor Volunteer Position Description
Community Volunteer Income Tax Program
Purpose: The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) is for community members who meet criteria set out by the CRA (income threshold, simplicity of taxes, etc.). There is no cost to the community member to utilize this program.
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Special Events
Purpose: Volunteers provide a wide variety of tasks at community events. Jobs may include greeting, parking direction, ticket taking, garbage/recycling removal, assistance with activities, etc.
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Special Events Volunteer Position Description
Community Treasures Thrift Store
Purpose: This role will support the ongoing operations of our brand-new thrift store specializing in furniture, household goods, regular and seasonal décor, as well as some jewelry. Volunteers at Community Treasures will assist with the daily operations of our thrift store by sorting out merchandise, purging extra or older merchandise, organizing displays, maintaining store cleanliness, and providing excellent customer service. Your role includes setting up engaging displays, helping customers, and ensuring the store is well presented. This volunteer position offers valuable experience, the chance to contribute to a meaningful cause, and an opportunity to work in a supportive environment
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