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

View the accessible application form if required.

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: Saturday June 10th, 2023

 
Register ONLINE using the Course Code - 14916

Please note that when registering, you will be required to create an account if you don’t already have one. Once logged in, you will find the TNT program under the Registered Programs category with a subcategory Volunteer.

 Leaders n' Training

 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.

 

COURSE OPTION #1

TRAINING - July 3rd to July 7th

PLACEMENT - July 10th to July 28th

 

COURSE OPTION #2

TRAINING - July 31st to August 4th

PLACEMENT - August 7th to August 25th

 

TRAINING REGISTRATION

All volunteers wishing to volunteer for the summer camp programs must also register to be a City of Thunder Bay volunteer. Please follow the appropriate steps for each program in order to join us this summer.

 

Teens n' Training

STEP 1 - Complete the online application for the volunteer program with the City of Thunder Bay.

 

STEP 2 - Register for the Teens n' Training course through the City of Thunder Bay registration database. Registration can be completed ONLINE or over the phone at (807) 625-8463.

 

Leaders n' Training

STEP 1 - Complete the online application for the volunteer program with the City of Thunder Bay.

 

STEP 2 - Register for the Leaders n' Training course through the City of Thunder Bay registration database. Registration can be completed ONLINE or over the phone at (807) 625-8463.

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 (May 1 - 7)
  • Quest (May 12 - May 14)
  • Kite Festival (June 3 - June 4)
  • Teddy Bears Picnic (July 11)
  • Canada Day on the Waterfront (July 1)
  • Live on the Waterfront (Wednesday Evenings July 12 - August 30)
  • Movie Nights on the Waterfront (August 10, 17, 24 and 31)
  • Culture Days (September 23)
  • SnowDay on the Waterfront 2024 (February 19)
  • Winter FunDays 2024 (TBD)

 

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

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

Pioneer Ridge Long Term Care & 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. 

 Date: Saturday June 10th, 2023

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

 

Training and Resources

Volunteers will receive on-site training and orientation for all programs and events. The City of Thunder Bay follows the Code For Volunteer Involvement.

Volunteer Login

Log In To Better Impact to review upcoming opportunities and schedule.

 

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