We’ve been looking for you! Volunteer Resources works to integrate volunteers within various CCIS programs, and provides support to over 1,500 volunteers per year.
We would like to connect with speakers of multiple languages, professionals to share expertise, local Calgarians to introduce Canadian culture to newcomers, skilled immigrants seeking Canadian experience, seniors looking for social activities, and anyone who wants to be involved in the immigrant settlement process. Contact us today to get started!
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Understanding Volunteerism
On Becoming A Volunteer
What volunteering can do for your:
Meet new people- Build strong social networks
- Participate in community activities
- Gain experience in your field of expertise
- Gain Canadian reference and work experience
- Challenge yourself and learn new skills
- Develop conversation skills
- Learn about Canadian culture
What volunteering is not:
A paid position- Job training leading directly to a paid position
- Replacement for paid work
- Internship or practicum
- Wasting time
How do I volunteer?
Decide on what type of volunteer opportunity you want.- Do research using volunteer-matching websites, friends and family, and community resources.
- Pick your 3 favourite opportunities.
- Contact the organizations directly to apply.
- Be patient. It takes time to get started, but the
- experience will be worth it.
Where can I volunteer?
Listed below are some volunteer matching websites for you to find enjoyable and meaningful opportunities.
Volunteer Matching
www.getinvolved.ca
Canadian Volunteer Directory
www.canadian-universities.net/Volunteer
Go Volunteer
www.govolunteer.ca
Propellus
www.propellus.org
Newsletter
| Aug 2015 |  Volunteer Newsletter August 2015 |
| April 2015 | Volunteer Resources Newsletter |
| June 2015 | Volunteer Resources Newsletter |
