To maintain an optimal level of service to the community, these volunteer roles require a consistent once weekly commitment.. Some are front facing, while others are behind-the-scenes. Only roles and shifts marked AVAILABLE are open and we are accepting new volunteers to them. All other roles are currently full, but check back frequently as they will open up. 

Behind-the-Scenes support roles:

AVAILABLE in September  Community Meal Prep & Dish Specialists assist with many different tasks in our Community Kitchen, including:  safely preparing foods for various programs at the Centre, cleaning and sanitizing dishes, equipment and surfaces, weighing and sorting produce and other raw foodstuffs, and maintaining safety standards at all times.  Volunteers may also help to answer and direct guests’ inquiries during their shift, and will provide support to programming, as required. 

There is a strong emphasis on sanitation, and we want to work with volunteers that are focused on a level of safety that is above and beyond personal home kitchens. Must be at least 16 yrs. old and available during business hours. Commitment: ongoing for at least 3-4 months, once weekly on:

• Thursdays, 10 AM – 1PM, or
• Thursdays, 1 – 4 PM, or
• Fridays, 10 AM – 1 PM

AVAILABLE in September  Runner volunteers: work on a team in the spirit of N2N Centre’s values to support the food bank service by receiving, sorting, packing and storing food donations, while also maintaining a safe work area. They also ensure the timely delivery of food products to the food bank. The ability to lift 30-50 lbs. and be on your feet for a 3.5 hour shift is required. Must be more than 16 years old. Commitment: on-going for at least 3-4 months, once weekly on:

• Mondays, 9 – 12:15 PM, or
• Mondays, 12:30 – 3:45 PM (still tbc)

Front-facing, service delivery roles:

(still tbc for September)  Cross-trained Food Bank volunteers: work on a team, in the spirit of N2N Centre’s values – integrity, leadership, inclusivity – to provide food options to shoppers and support efficient and effective food bank operation by switching between one of the following essential roles (to be determined weekly based on need):

• Food Bank Server
• Food Bank Runner
• Navigator

Commitment: on-going for at least 3-4 months, once weekly on:

• Thursdays, 12:30 – 3:30 PM (still tbc)

Working with young people:

AVAILABLE in September Kids Club Program volunteer  (looking for only 4!)  – Kids Club is an after-school program with a focus on food. Once per week on Wednesdays, children ages 6-12 gather at the Community Food Centre (310 Limeridge Road West) where they learn new skills for the kitchen, and prepare delicious meals and snacks for themselves. The goals of the program are to provide a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment, and to provide opportunities for children to learn about how food is grown and prepared.

Kids Club Program Volunteers assist the Program Coordinator with set-up for programming, delivering programming, and cleaning up after programming. During each program session, volunteers help to motivate children to participate and stay on-task, and may facilitate a smaller group of kids within the larger group. Kids Club volunteers are people who love messy, loud, fun activities for kids and who are adaptable when things don’t go as planned. Must be 16 years or older. Commitment: once weekly end-September to June, or for at least 4 months.

• Wednesdays 3:00 – 6:15 PM

AVAILABLE in September  Reading Tutors: provide one-to-one reading support for students in Grades 1 to 4 at selected schools during the school day. Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. Commitment: up to 2.5 – 3 hours weekly October – May, and 4 hours total required in both September and June.

 AVAILABLE in September  Math Tutors provide math support for students in Grades 5 to 8 after school (3:45-5:00 pm). Must be a minimum of 14 years of age (parental consent required). Community Involvement hours will be credited for youth volunteers. Commitment: 1 or 2 shifts weekly from October – June, and 2 hours training required in September.

Public speaking

AVAILABLE year round  Speakers’ Bureau volunteers: will represent N2N at speaking engagements at schools, faith groups and other organizations, or at community events. Training, talking points and resources will be provided. Must have volunteer or participant experience with N2N programs. Commitment: Approx. 1 hour  per month as needed.