| Organization | ContactEmail | What the OrganizationDoes | Volunteer Tasks |
| Art Gallery of Nova Scotia | williaki@gov.ns.ca | The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is an agency of the Province of Nova Scotia. Its mandate is to develop a collection, exhibition program, and public program that brings Nova Scotians and visitors in contact with contemporary and historic art that is associated with the province while also introducing art from across the region, the country, and other nations and cultures. | We are looking for volunteers in several areas including Docents, Adult Guides, Information Desk attendants, Gallery Shop attendants, Special events volunteers and Art Sales and Rentals Gallery volunteers. Docents meet Monday mornings for training and deliver programming for school groups during their visit to the galleries. Adult Guides meet on Monday afternoons for training and deliver the public gallery tours during the week. Info desk assist in the day to day tasks preformed by the staff, process admissions, sell memberships, and cover lunch breaks. Gallery Shop attendants assist the shop staff with selling, inventory, light cleaning, and other retail tasks. Special Events volunteers assist with the planning and/or execution of special events put on by the Gallery. Art Sales and Rentals Gallery volunteers help to sell artworks, sell memberships, process sales and rentals, and help hang new pieces. There are also opportunities to sit on committees related to each of the different volunteer areas. |
| Arthritis Society | abremner@ns.arthritis.ca | The mission of The Arthritis Society is to search for the underlying causes and subsequent cures for arthritis, and to promote the best possible care and treatment for those living with arthritis. | We need volunteers for a variety of programs in NS. Volunteer Leaders are needed for our Arthritis Self Management Program and Chronic Pain Management Workshop. Additionally, volunteers are needed for our Speakers Bureau Program which involves 1 hour community presentations about arthritis. From time to time we may have minimal office duties that need completed and we may contact volunteers to help. We often need volunteers for our various fundraising events throughout the year. |
| Beacon House Interfaith Society | gepenwell@gmail.com | We are a Food Bank and a member of Feed Nova Scotia. Our clients come from Bedford, Mount Uniacke, Lower Sackville, and Fall River/Oakfield areas. WE serve about 700 families per month. We also have a gently used store where we sell goods donated by the community. The money raised goes towards the purchase of food over and above that delivered by Feed Nova Scotia. We have four paid staff and the rest of the operation is run by volunteers | Volunteers help by sorting the goods received fromt the public. Serving clients in the retail store. Helping to stock shelves in the Food Bank and serving the clients of the food bank by interviewing them and/or picking up the food in the orders. Confidentiality is very important in the Food Bank. |
| Bedford Sackville Learning Network | annroddickbsln@hotmail.com | BSLN provides free classroom and one-to-one tutoring programs to adults who want to improve their reading, writing, math and computer skills. The literacy level of our learners ranges from Level 1, generally equivalent to grades one to six, to those preparing to write the GED exams. | We are in need of volunteer tutors for our one-to-one program. Volunteers will be matched with a learner and are generally expected to meet with their learner once a week for a two hour session. The tutor is responsible for planning the lesson. We provide resources, training and ongoing support. Our volunteer tutors find the experience personally rewarding. |
| Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia | margo.dauphinee@cdha.nshealth.ca | Focuses on advocacy, education, prevention, support and partnering to improve the quality of life for survivors of brain injury and their families. Provides support groups and services for brain injury survivors and their families. | Volunteer opportunities include committee work, board at provincial and local chapter levels including educational, infrastructure and fundraising. May also include tutoring opportunities in the future |
| Breakfast for Learning | danielgcampbell@eastlink.ca | A nationally legislated charity which funds breakfast programs
affiliated with schools. While we do not run the programs we often help find
volunteers for the programs in each school. |
The Volunteers can assist by becoming a member of the Nova Scotia Chapter for Breakfast for Learning; volunteering in a school breakfast program, setting up the facility, preparing and serving the breakfasts and cleaning up after breakfast. |
| Canadian Red Cross | hilda.gmyz@redcross.ca | The reception desk is one of the areas volunteers are needed. This is the area for which I coordinate volunteers. The reception desk volunteers also are responsible for loaning health equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, etc.) Training is provided | The reception area volunteers work as a team (usually 2 or 3
volunteers per shift. shifts are 8:30
- 12:30 and 12:30 - 4:30. Dealing with clients either by phone or in person, processing the loan of health equipment, loaning PFD, Prosessing return of health equipment, taking payments and registration for First Aid courses, etc. |
| Canadian Red Cross | alicia.benton@redcross.ca | Every year, Disaster Management volunteers assist thousands of
people affected by emergencies and disasters - from a fire in a single family
home, to a flood or storm that has disrupted the lives of individuals and the
economy of entire regions. The Red Cross is also active prior to a disaster
helping individuals and communities prepare for and reduce the impact of
disasters by providing personal preparedness training. Regardless of the size
of a disaster, the Canadian Red Cross works to ensure that those affected
receive adequate access to basic needs that include family reunification
along with disaster information/referral,
emergency lodging / shelter,
emergency feeding, first aid
and emotional care and comfort, emergency clothing, safe water and sanitation. |
Disaster Management's comprehensive training program prepares
volunteers with the skills and knowledge to deliver assistance. Red Cross works with
communities , and all levels of
government and other service providers to prepare for and
respond to disasters. We work with our donors and corporate partners who
provide support with financial contributions and needed supplies, as well as
with governments and agencies to coordinate assistance to people affected by
disasters. The range of disasters that the Canadian Red Cross has responded to in the last few years means that Disaster Management must plan for and be ready to adapt to crises ranging from floods, forest fires and ice storms, to chemical spills, airline disasters, terrorist incidents and health emergencies, such as SARS and pandemics. |
| Changing Minds Changing Lives Reading Program | GraceSkeir@accesswave.ca | Our goal is to encourage and inspire a love of reading and learning. A team of leaders/volunteers (retired educators and youth workers from the community and within HRM) are recruited. The team works with students in grades four to six, in an effort to help them strengthen skill levels in preparation for entering junior high. The volunteers read with students in class during their regularly scheduled guided reading period, thus helping classroom teachers to support students in literacy. Through this guided reading support leaders encourage students to choose“just right” books (available at the school) according to their interests. | Volunteers work in one school for one or two hours per week. Each volunteer will read with individual students for a half hour during their scheduled guided reading period. Children of all reading levels are encouraged to take part in this program. Reading materials are provided by the school. Volunteers will encourage children’s skills and voices as readers. |
| Chebucto Connections Spryfield Pathways to Education | ccda.campbell@bellaliant.com | The Pathways to Education Program operates in 11 communities across Canada, one of which is in Spryfield! The program supports students to reach their full potential by helping them to graduate high school and move on to post-secondary education and/or meaningful employment. There are four pillars of support that the program offers including advocacy, academic, financial and social support. The advocacy piece is made possible through the work of their Student Parent Support Worker (SPSW). The SPSWs work with students and their families to support the students’ success in school, at home, and in their community. The SPSWs work in collaboration with families, service providers, and the community at large to create possibilities that will promote student success. The academic support is offered through the program’s tutoring piece. The students are required to attend tutoring twice a week to receive support around their homework and also learn skills to grow as competent learners. The financial support is received through short term and long term supports. These help to reduce barriers that may prevent students from graduating high school and moving on to post secondary education. The fourth pillar of support that the program offers is social support which is received through the Mentoring piece of the program. | Volunteers with the Chebucto Connections Spryfield Pathways program come from both the Chebucto community and beyond to attend programming within the community of Spryfield. They are able to choose between becoming a tutor or mentor volunteer. Tutors support the students with their school work and other resources to see that they continue to grow as competent learners. Mentors support the students by working with them to build and strengthen their life and social skills. Spryfield Pathways volunteers are all caring, open minded, fun loving adult role models who come to share their wisdom, talents and experience with students. In exchange these volunteers are able to enjoy student’s youthful energy, talents, and creativity. The relationship between the students and volunteers is about reciprocal learning whereby they are able to learn from each other by interacting in a positive way. |
| Community Justice Society | kylene.mellor@communityjusticesociety.org | We provide the Restorative Justice program to youth in HRM aged 12-17 who are in conflict with the law. | Restorative Justice Session Facilitator |
| Dalhousie Health Mentors Program | snasser@dal.ca | The Dalhousie Health Mentors Program is a unique interprofessional initiaitve that connects adult volunteers - Health Mentors - who have a chronic condition and/or disability with a team of students who listen to and learn from their mentor about their journey through the healthcare system and the impact their condition has had on their and their families' lives. Students from 14 health professional programs are involved in this learning experience about patient/client-centred practice, chronic illness and interprofessional collaboration. | Health Mentors are connected with a student team of four students from different health professional programs. They visit with their student team three times over the academic year, telling their story, answering questions and engaging in discussion with the students. There is an orientation session for Health Mentors before they meet with their student teams for the first time. |
| Dartmouth General Hospital Auxiliary | judy_harrity@bellaliant.net | The Auxiliary is a volunteer support service organization for the comfort and care of Dartmouth General Hospital patients and families. The Auxiliary endeavors to provide resources not available through the Provincial health care system. | Volunteers provide support in many areas of the hospital including patient night lunches, patient menus, front lobby and other information desks; transitional care, emergency department, palliative care and the 'Corner Shoppe'; Auxiliary and office support including book keeping and accounting. |
| Discovery Centre | psampson@discoverycentre.ns.ca | Discovery Centre is a not-for-profit charitable organization whose mission is to stimulate interest, enjoyment and understanding of science and technology through innovative, exciting, hands-on experiences for all Nova Scotians. By presenting science and technology in an entertaining environment, visitors are encouraged to pursue their natural culture of innovation and enjoy lifelong learning | Home school sessions These sessions are run for homeschool children on Tuesday afternoons throughout the school year (schedule below) from 1-2:30pm. Sessions are split into two age groups; younger 6-8 years, older 9-12 years. Role would involve assisting the science educators delivering the sessions. Little Learners This new program is designed especially for three to five-year-olds and their guardians. Join us on Tuesday mornings from 10:00am for four weeks beginning October 4th. Each themed session will feature a 30-minute presenter-led workshop, facilitated drop-in activities and of course a chance to explore all three floors of Discovery Centre! After hours programs This could involve a range of programs; from scout and guide nights to teen evenings. Role would involve assisting staff members deliver programs Pre and Post Activities We are looking to gather together a group of RTOs for the development of pre and post activities that support our programs both for in-house and on the road. Primarily we would be looking for elementary teachers for this project. |
| Dress for Success Halifax | dfshalifax@eastlink.ca | Promotes economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and career development tools to help them thrive in life and work. | Volunteering at or before events. (organizing or
fundraising) Sorting clothing Suiting clients Creating awareness in the community |
| FEED NOVA SCOTIA | volunteer@feednovascotia.ca | FEED NOVA SCOTIA is a charitable organization that helps feed hungry people by collecting and distributing food to more than 150 member agency food banks and meal programs, while at the same time striving to eliminate chronic hunger and poverty through research, awareness and support programs. | Volunteers make the world of difference at FEED NOVA SCOTIA. Last year, close to 700 volunteers contributed more than 43,000 hours of service,equal to 22 full time positions! Volunteers can sort donations in our warehouses, assist with client data entry, help out around the office, assist our transportation team with deliveries & pickups and help out with special events. |
| Girl Guides of Canada - Nova Scotia Council | membership@girlguides.ns.ca | Girl Guides of Canada-Guides du Canada (GGC) stands for what it has always stood for - fun, friendship and adventure. GGC is a safe, accepting environment with diverse and exciting programs and activities that offers girls the chance to learn, grow and discover through age-appropriate programming. | At the local community level, adult volunteers are always welcome. Join as an adult Member today. No matter how much time you have to give, there’s a place for you in Guiding to help girls and young women achieve greatness! |
| Halifax Meals on wheels | hildataylor@ns.sympatico.ca | We provide a reasonably priced 3 course meal, delivered to the door Monday through Friday - holidays included. The meals are prepared in the kitchens at Northwood and are delivered chilled in sealed, microwaveable containers. we deliver to anyone who cannot prepare a meal for themselves. Our clients include seniors, people with disabilities and people who are recovering from surgery or an illness. | |
| Halifax Regional Police | burnssh@halifax.ca | Halifax Regional Police has a mission of leading and partnering in our community to serve and protect. Crime prevention and public safety are fundamental to this mission and Halifax Regional Police encourages citizens to play a role in the enhancement of these initiatives. | Volunteer positions are available with Burnside Watch, Citizens on Patrol, HRP Youth Program (leaders), Seniors' Home Safety Program, and Victim Services. |
| Immigrant Settlement and Integration Services (ISIS) | daucoin@isisns.ca | ISIS is a leading community organization that welcomes immigrants. Working in partnership, ISIS offers services and creates opportunities that enable immigrants to participate fully in Canadian life. |
We have several volunteer opportunities within our organization such as • Community Volunteer (individual, family to family and 55+ matches) • ESL Tutors • Professional Mentors • Practice Interviewers • Classroom Assistant • Computer Lab Assistant • Front Desk Assistant • Special Events Volunteers • Diversity Facilitators |
| Nova Scotia Doula Association | sallygibbs@eastlink.ca | The Nova Scotia Doula Association (NSDA) is a Canadian
non-profit association that supports the growth and education of the doula
profession in Nova Scotia. We are dedicated to providing educational
opportunities for doulas, as well as increasing awareness among the public
and healthcare communities about the positive effects of doula care, both at
the birth and during the postpartum experience. We strive to make the
presence of a doula during labour, birth and the postpartum period, a common
occurrence in Nova Scotia. The word "doula" comes from ancient Greek, meaning "a woman who serves," and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother (and her partner) before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period. Website: www.nsdoulas.ca |
We are currently recruiting for several positions on our Board
of Directors which will turn over in the new year. Board positions include:
Vice-Chair, Director of Fundraising, Director of Communications,
Secretary The NSDA Board of Directors is a volunteer board that is elected annually by NSDA Members at the AGM in December of each year. Directors may hold multiple terms but must be re-elected annually. The role of each Director is to serve a minimum of a one year term by leading, advising and supporting the activities of the NSDA. Board composition is not limited to the doula profession but rather includes a variety of individuals who are passionate about birth and postpartum support. As representatives of NSDA Members, the Board of Directors is the primary force guiding the NSDA to the realization of its opportunities for service and the fulfillment of its obligations to the membership, to the association as a single entity, and to the doula profession overall. |
| Special Olympics - Dartmouth | Jose.Poirier@gmail.com John.Driscoll@nscc.ca | Special Olympics Dartmouth provides sport training and
competitive opportunities for athletes with a mental disability in the
Dartmouth Region. Our objective is to
set up and implement serveral sports programs, including: bowling, track and
field, swimming, soccer, softball, floor hockey, and skating, as well as to
offer these programs to individual age groups, i.e. ages 13 to 29 and 30 and
above. |
Volunteers can help in many ways. They can serve on the Board as a member, volunteer as a coach or assistant coach, assist with fundraising, to name a new. We are especially looking for volunteers to assist with the Jump Start youth program and the Masters program for older athletes. |
| Special Olympics Nova Scotia | mquinn@sportnovascotia.ca | Special Olympics offers a variety of year round programs for athletes with an intellectual disability. There are plenty of opportunities for athletes to compete in both summer and winter programs. Also, there is a great opportunity for coaching as well as volunteering. | Volunteers can take the role of coaching, we also offer coaching courses to properly certify them. Volunteers can help with programs; keeping score, hands on aids, and supervision. We also have opportunities to volunteer with special events such as provincial games, fundraising events, and our annual dinner. |
| Women's Employment Outreach | donna@womensemploymentoutreach.org | We provide Employment Counselling, Workshops and a Resource Centre for unemployed women or those nearing unemployment | We have a volunteer board of directors and are recruiting for those positions. We are exploring other options for volunteers, but have not yet defined these. |