Volunteer

APPLICATION

One-Time City Events and Programs

Volunteers are needed for community events throughout the year including:

• Youth 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.

Re-Occuring City Programs

Volunteers are needed to support programming through Aquatics and Wellness including: 

• Keep Moving Programs 
• Adult Inclusion Group Classes
• Swimming Lessons at Churchill Pool. Please note,volunteers that support swimming lessons are required to have Bronze Cross, Bronze Medallion or an approved equivalent certification. 

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

Summer Camp Program Opportunities 

Summer Camp Volunteer

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

• Adventurers Camp at the Complex
• Chippewa Summer Camps
• Kidventures
• Playgrounds Program

Teens n' Training 

In order to volunteer with the summer camp programs, volunteers are required to complete a mandatory Teens n' Training course. 

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. 

2025 information coming soon!

• 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.

• The Meals on Wheels program has volunteer opportunities for adults, service groups, corporate volunteers & students. Our volunteers deliver a hot nutritious meal Monday - Friday to seniors in need in our community. These meals are delivered mid-morning between 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. 
• Join our team and receive many health benefits such as meeting new people and light exercise. Bring a friend if you wish and deliver meals as a team! Volunteer once or twice per week, every two weeks, or on a casual basis.
• To volunteer with Meals on Wheels as a driver or server please email our Program Manager or call 807-684-3048.

• Volunteers play a very important role at the 55 Plus Centre. They help provide high quality programs, activities, and services to those 55 and over in the Thunder Bay community. The Centre is successful because of the constant support and efforts of the volunteers.
• There are many opportunities to get involved as a volunteer at the Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre. 

• Volunteers at Pioneer Ridge have an important role in caring for residents.Whether helping in a recreation program like bowling, assisting residents to attend a music programs or enjoying a walk outside; volunteers bring sunshine, laughter, and brighten the lives of everyone. We welcome new people to join us as we make Pioneer Ridge a premier place to live.
• There are many opportunities to get involved as a volunteer at Pioneer Ridge Long Term Care and Senior Services.