Volunteer

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering is good for your health and well-being.

Volunteers are the driving force of many programs and services offered in our community. Research has shown that social participation, such as connecting with others, doing things with or for others, and contributing to society, has positive effects on older adults’ well-being. This includes improved health, health perception, quality of life, and life satisfaction.

Learn more about the health benefits of volunteering for older adults.

Volunteers have a voice.

When older adults volunteer in their community, it gives them a voice in decision making and gives representation to ensure changes related to healthy aging are given priority. Communities become stronger when there is civic engagement and people work together to create an inclusive environment for all.

Volunteer Opportunities

There are many volunteer opportunities available in our community.

How can I help?

Some examples of ways you can volunteer include:

  • Volunteer driving

  • Meals on wheels delivery

  • Friendly visiting

  • Exercise class instructing

  • Community gardens

  • Local events

Use the links below to learn about local volunteer opportunities and to connect with a local agency.

You can also visit the Volunteer Success or Next Stage Volunteering websites to see if there are additional programs that may be of interest to you.

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Find Your Fit.

Take the quiz to find out what type of volunteer opportunity suits you! 

Take the Quiz

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Volunteer to Drive!

You will need:

  • A valid driver's license  
  • Access to a personal vehicle/ability to drive company vehicle (where applicable)  
  • A Vulnerable Sector Search 
  • A Driver Record Search with no infractions 

Contact your local agency for more details.

Where can I volunteer?

Canadian Red Cross
Nipissing Serenity Hospice

Nipissing Serenity Hospice has opportunities to volunteer with:

  • Kitchen
  • Gardening
  • Administrative duties
  • Compassionate Care

Apply to Volunteer at Nipissing Serenity Hospice.

North Bay Regional Health Centre

The North Bay Regional Health Centre has volunteer opportunities for:

  • Clinical support
  • Ambassador Program
  • Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP)
  • Gift shop

Learn about volunteering at North Bay Regional Health Centre.

East Parry Sound Community Support Services has volunteer opportunities for:

  • Drivers
  • Friendly visitors
  • Meals on Wheels delivery

For more information, visit the East Parry Sound Community Support Services website or email Leslie.

West Parry Sound Community Support Services has volunteer opportunities for:

  • Drivers
  • Friendly visitors
  • Meals on Wheels delivery

For more information, call 705-746-5602 or email Linda to receive the volunteer application.

West Parry Sound Health Centre looks for volunteers to support:

  • Information desk
  • Specific departments (ED, nursing, outpatients)
  • Hospital Elder Life Program

Apply to volunteer at West Parry Sound Health Centre.

Au Chateau

  • Volunteer drivers
  • Meals on Wheels delivery

To apply at Au Chateau, please contact Kymberly or Anik for an application form:

Kymberly: 705-753-7116 Kymberly.Budge@auchateau.ca

Anik: 705-753-1550 Ext. 2200 anik.desbois@auchateau.ca

West Nipissing Community Health Centre looks for volunteers to support their Youth Positive Spaces Program. Apply to volunteer at West Nipissing Community Health Centre.

 

This page is created in partnership with:

Stay On Your Feet logo Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team logo Canadian Red Cross logo

East Parry Sound Community Support Services logo West Parry Sound Support Services logo The Village at Canadore College logo

Contact Us

North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit

North Bay
345 Oak Street West

Parry Sound
90 Bowes St, 2nd Floor, Suite 201

Phone 705-474-1400
Toll Free 1-800-563-2808
contact@healthunit.ca