Volunteer

Volunteer

Volunteer involvement with BGC Ottawa is essential to ensure the effective delivery of our programs. Our volunteer opportunities are designed to create an experience that is rewarding to the volunteer. Volunteers gain valuable experience and develop their personal skill set, all while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and youth in Ottawa.

HIGHEST PRIORITY VOLUNTEER NEEDS

Raise The Grade

RTG is a mentoring program where high school youth and adult volunteers get paired up and meet weekly to work on homework, life skills, post-secondary support, and more. If interested, please email Melissa .

  • Don McGahan Clubhouse: Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00 PM
  • Ron Kolbus Clubhouse: Wednesdays & Thursdays 6:30 – 8:30 PM 
  • Tomlinson Family Foundation Clubhouse: Thursdays 6:00 – 8:00 PM

HEROS Hockey

  • Tuesdays 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM from October to March
  • Must know how to play hockey and be able to drive to the rink near Vanier/Gloucester

Don McGahan Clubhouse

  • Snack Preparation (Monday to Friday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM)
  • Homework Club (Monday to Friday 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
  • French & Math Support for Homework Help
  • Music & Dance Instructors

Ron Kolbus Clubhouse

  • Front Desk Assistance (Monday to Friday 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
  • Snack Preparation & Service (Monday to Friday 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
  • Homework Club – (Monday to Friday 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM)
  • General Clubhouse Help (Monday to Friday 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
  • French & Math Support for Homework Help
  • Music & Dance Instructors

Taggart Parkes Family Clubhouse

  • French & Math Support for Homework Help

Tomlinson Family Foundation Clubhouse

  • Snack Preparation (Monday to Friday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM)
  • French & Math Support for Homework Help
  • Music & Dance Instructors

Rochester Satelite Location 

  • Homework Club Support 
  • General Support Tasks 

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

There are many ways that you can get involved as a BGC Ottawa Volunteer:

  • Clubhouse Volunteering
  • Student Volunteering & Placements
  • Special Event Volunteering
  • Group Volunteering

Learn more about the various ways to get involved

APPLY TO VOLUNTEER

Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering at BGC Ottawa. Before you can begin, you must complete our Volunteer Screening Process.

  1. Complete the Online Volunteer Application Form  *This application form is intended for adults 19 years and older. Applicants 18 years and younger, please connect with Clubhouses directly.
  2. Attend an interview with Volunteer Services
  3. Provide references to Volunteer Services
  4. Obtain a copy of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
  5. Confirm locations, availability, policies, and procedures, etc.
  6. Make a difference in the lives of our Members

View the complete Volunteer Application Process

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

Please find below helpful information and documentation relating to volunteerism at BGC Ottawa.

Contact Melissa Marion to learn more

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