Volunteer

We could not operate nor reach our goals without the generous help of our volunteers. Some benefits of volunteering with us include:

Sharing and making a difference in someone's life
Gaining knowledge and building your skill set
Volunteer recognition events and training opportunities
Making connections and learning about other cultures

Check Out Our Volunteer Opportunities

We are currently recruiting for the following:

Refugee Support Team Members and Leaders

Other roles in less demand at present include:

Special Events Volunteers
English Tutors
Group Facilitators
Administration Volunteers
Driving Assistance
Youth Program Volunteers
Board Governance

How to Volunteer:

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STEP 1: Apply & Submit Your References

Explore our volunteer roles above to see what fits you.

Ready to apply? Email volunteer@nccpeterborough.ca to receive the link to submit your volunteer application form.

After you apply online, please ask two individuals who know you well to submit a reference for you. You can send them this link to complete their references.

For more information on what references are and who you should ask to be a reference, please read this information from Settlement.Org.

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STEP 2: Attend an Orientation Session

Once we have received your application and two reference forms, our Volunteer Administrator will invite you to register for a Group Orientation Session.

At this group session, you will learn more about NCC's programs and services for newcomers to Canada and receive an overview of all of our volunteer roles/positions.

Are you primarily interested in volunteering on a Refugee Support Team? You can attend a Refugee Support Orientation Session instead of this more general orientation. Details about the next sessions will be sent to you after you submit your application.

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STEP 3: Meet with our Volunteer Administrator

Once you have attended your Orientation Session of choice, we will invite you to book a 1-on-1 Welcome Session with our Volunteer Administrator.

This is an informal opportunity to get to know you more, answer your questions and discuss your particular interests.

After this Welcome Session, you will be asked to submit a Police Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening. More details on this will be provided at your session.

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Questions?
Contact us at [email protected] or 705-743-0882 ext. 246

Here's what our volunteers have to say about their experience

Volunteer Spotlight – Marina Di Francesco

October 3, 2024

Meet Marina Di Francesco! Volunteer Role/Position(s): English TutorVolunteering Since: 2023Languages: English“Through the NCC, I have been trained to help newcomers develop their English Language Fluency. I have been retired for several years, consequently…

Volunteer Spotlight: Nameera Ghouse

September 5, 2024

Meet Nameera Ghouse! Name (Pronouns): Nameera Ghouse (she/her)Volunteer Role/Position(s): Refugee Support Team Leader/Member & Special Events VolunteerVolunteering Since: 2022Languages: Urdu, Hindi & English Why do you love volunteering at our Centre?“I love volunteering at NCC because…

Volunteer Spotlight: Olajumoke Fatoki

May 10, 2024

Meet Olajumoke Fatoki! Pronouns: she/herVolunteer Role/Position(s): Refugee Support Team Leader/Member & Special Events VolunteerVolunteering Since: January 2024Languages: English & Yoruba Why do you love volunteering at our Centre?“I love volunteering at the New Canadians Centre…