Volunteer

Volunteering is a great way to give back to our community, learn new skills, meet new friends, gain work experience and have fun!

To volunteer with the City, volunteers must complete the on-boarding process in place as well as meet the requirements for the specific volunteer role.

Please note that the on-boarding process for volunteering can take anywhere from 1 to 3 weeks to be completed.

Event Volunteer

APPLICATION

Complete the online volunteer application

Summer Camp Volunteer

Volunteers are needed for a number of programs throughout the summer including:

In order to volunteer with the summer camp programs, volunteers are required to complete a mandatory training course.

Teens n' Training (TNT)

Teens 'n Training (TNT) is a dynamic course that empowers youth volunteers through training, leadership development and fun. TNT is designed for youth ages 13 (who are grade 8 graduates) through 16. TNT is a full day session that focuses on child development, young worker safety awareness and the roles and responsibilities of a volunteer.

DATE: TBD - June 2024

Leaders n' Training (LIT)

Leaders n’ Training (LIT) is a full week training program that assists youth with developing leadership, teamwork and behaviour management skills to prepare them for future job positions within the Children and Youth Programs for the City of Thunder Bay.

LIT is designed for youth aged 15 (or the completion of Grade 9).

The LIT program consists of a week-long training program followed by two or three week-long placements in our summer camp programs. The training will consist of first aid, high five, child development and more.

Upon successful completion of the Leaders n’ Training program, participants will be offered an interview for a Children & Youth Program Leader position the following summer.

DATES: TBD - July & August 2024

Volunteer Opportunities

Below are some highlights of upcoming and ongoing volunteer opportunities:

One-Time City Events

Volunteers are needed for community events throughout the year including:

Youth Arts Week
Quest
Kite Festival
Teddy Bears Picnic
Canada Day on the Waterfront
Live on the Waterfront
Movie Nights on the Waterfront
Culture Days
SnowDay on the Waterfront
Winter FunDays

Please contact the Volunteer Program Coordinator at (807) 625-3169 or by email at volunteer@thunderbay.ca for more information.

Summer Camp Program Opportunities

Ongoing volunteers are needed for a number of programs throughout the summer including:

Summer Camp Programs - Chippewa, Adventurers Camp and Kidventures
Playgrounds - various parks within the city

Opportunities Throughout the City

Volunteers are welcome in many other areas around the city.

Community Centres

Volunteers are needed at West Arthur Community Centre for events. Complete an online volunteer application today!
To volunteer at other board-run Community Centres, contact a centre directly.

Meals on Wheels

To volunteer with Meals on Wheels as a driver or server call Thunder Bay North at 684-2862, or Thunder Bay South at 625-3667.

Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre

There are many opportunities to get involved as a volunteer at the Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre.

Pioneer Ridge Long Term Care & Senior Services

There are many opportunities to get involved as a volunteer at Pioneer Ridge Long Term Care and Senior Services.

Teens 'n Training

Teens 'n Training is a dynamic course that empowers youth volunteers through training, leadership development and fun. TNT is designed for youth ages 13 (who are grade 8 graduates) through 16.

TNT is a full day session that focuses on child development, young worker safety awareness and the roles and responsibilities of a volunteer. TNT is a mandatory requirement in order to volunteer with our summer camp programs.

2024 Date Coming Soon

Please call (807) 625-3169 for more information or by email at volunteer@thunderbay.ca

Group Volunteer Opportunities

For group volunteer opportunities, please call us at (807) 625-3169 or email volunteer@thunderbay.ca