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. 

Front-facing, service delivery roles:

AVAILABLE in August  Affordable Produce Market & Café volunteers help run a fresh fruit and vegetable market for the community. They set up and/or take down market equipment, arrange and present produce in an appealing way, label foods according to price list, serve customers and conduct a closing inventory. They also prepare and distribute food to community members that visit the market/cafe. Customer service skills and friendly personality are assets. Must be comfortable with basic math. Ideal for 15-19 year olds and newcomers of any age. Commitment: ongoing for at least 3-4 months, Saturdays, 9:15 AM – 1:30 PM. 

AVAILABLE in August  Dining Service & Greeter volunteers are responsible for assisting with many different tasks in our Community Kitchen, including:  welcoming guests, engaging in friendly conversation, providing information to those requesting assistance, safely serving foods, cleaning and sanitizing, and maintaining safety standards.  Volunteers will 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 14 yrs. old. Commitment: ongoing for at least 3-4 months, once weekly:

• Fridays, 11:30 AM – 2 PM

AVAILABLE in August  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:

• Wednesdays, 9 AM – 12:15 PM, or
• Wednesdays, 12:30 – 3:45 PM, or
• Thursdays, 12:30 – 3:30 PM

 Behind-the-Scenes support roles:

AVAILABLE in August  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 August  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, or
• Fridays, 9 – 12:15 PM, or
• Fridays, 12:30 – 3:45 PM

Working with young people:

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.