Volunteering is a wonderful way to give back to your community and directly help those in need. Listed below are City programs that accept volunteers. Additional information by area of interest, including how to make donations to City programs, can be found in the links to the left or at cityofirvine.org/irvinegives. Join our 1 Million Hour Challenge Log your volunteer hours In-person volunteer opportunities may be offered through the following
organizations: OneOC: Connecting nonprofits, companies, and volunteers together to create greater social impact for Orange County.
Volunteer Match: a local community-based organization helping provide volunteer opportunities.
Learn more about the benefits of volunteering.
Thank you to our volunteers! During a challenging year, you've made all the difference. Thank you for your continued contribution to the community.
Are you Interested in volunteering with the City of Brampton? There are many ways you can get involved. You become eligible to volunteer with us when your turn 14 years old. Depending on the volunteer opportunities that you are interested in, additional qualifications may apply.
Volunteer with us by visiting the following links:
- Recreation Centres
- CERV
- Theatre or Garden Square
If you'd like to volunteer at our Seniors Centre or with Animal Services, download, fill out, and email the application form.
Volunteer Positions within the City of Brampton
Animal ServicesMajor Responsibilities:- Walk dogs
- Socialize with cats
- Drive animals (wild and domestic) to vet appointments and rehab centres
- Foster cats with kittens in your home
- Minimum 16 years of age
Contact: Animal Services at 905-458-5800, extension 214
Aquatics VolunteerMajor Responsibilities:- Current Bronze Medallion
- Clean up parks and neighbourhoods in Brampton
- Assists children learning dance
- Outgoing, enjoys working with children, previous dance experience
- Clean up of neighbourhood recreation centres
- Clean up of fitness centres
- Assist fitness staff as required
- Assist child care staff as required
- Assist children with activities
- Excellent customer service skills
- Enjoys working with children of all ages
- Responsible and reliable
- Work with adults ages 55+
- Choose from a wide variety of opportunities including, café, special events, programs, administration and more
- Contact Flower City Seniors Recreation Centre @905-874-3500 for more information
- Assist children learning to skate
- Preliminary level figure skating skills or 5 years of hockey or powerskating experience
Vary depending on event, but we look for those who possess:
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Enthusiasm and patience
Work with those with special needs
Theatre VolunteersMajor Responsibilities:Performing Arts Customer Experience Ambassadors are volunteers who welcome guests and meet access requirements, with customized services to create memorable experiences. They are passionate about building community, creating inclusive spaces, and fostering relationships with artists and audiences. For further information, contact the Coordinator, Volunteer Services at 905-793-7073 or e-mail:
Youth Program VolunteerMajor Responsibilities:- Work with children/youth aged 6 to 14 years.
- Must be energetic, creative and enjoy interacting with children and youth
- Choose from a wide variety of programs, including arts and crafts, sports, music and more
- See the current session brochure for the program details