Volunteer in Ontario, Canada
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Information about non-profit and charitable organizations in Ontario offering volunteer opportunities. You can narrow your results from the menu to the right by selecting a location, category or specific organization based in Ontario.
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Community Support Connections
420 Weber St. N., Unit L, Waterloo, Ontario
Community Support Connections - Meals on Wheels and More is dedicated to enabling people to live at home with independence and dignity.
Keywords: Seniors
· Independence
· Hunger
· Disabled
Volunteer Profile of Community Support Connections
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Community Torchlight
25 Centennial Road, Unit 1, Orangeville, Ontario
Community Torchlight o/a Distress Centre Wellington-Dufferin has been serving the community for over 40 years, since 1969. Throughout our history, we have been committed to supporting people of all ages, socio-economic and cultural backgrounds when they need a safe place to turn.
Keywords: Mental Health
· Crisis Support
Volunteer Profile of Community Torchlight
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Companion Animal Rescue Effort
1077 North Service Road, Mississauga, Ontario
Companion Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.) is devoted to the rescue of stray, abandoned, injured, orphaned cats and dogs, with special emphasis on feral cats. Volunteer-run, we are dependent on public donations to fund programs. There is no shelter facility at this time: we run a network of foster homes.
Keywords: Rescue and Adoption
· Animals
Volunteer Profile of Companion Animal Rescue Effort
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Company Blonde Dance Projects Inc
214 Windermere Avenue, Toronto, Ontario
Company Blonde has a unique and vital presence in the independent dance scene in Canada. Since its inception in 1999 Company Blonde has been dedicated to creating dance works that are accessible to a vast audience of all ages blending comedy and theatre with classical modern dance. Company Blonde strives to tell stories and share experiences that speak to our community and our culture, while always keeping the audience at the forefront of their work.
Keywords: Dance
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of Company Blonde Dance Projects Inc
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Compassion Canada
985 Adelaide St S, London, Ontario
As one of the world's leading child development organizations, Compassion partners with the local church in 26 countries to end poverty in the lives of children and their families.
Keywords: Religion
· Poverty
Volunteer Profile of Compassion Canada
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Compucorps Mentoring Inc Les Mentors De Compucorps Inc
1040 Somerset St W, Ottawa, Ontario
CompuCorps is a high-tech charity that seeks to benefit Canadian societyby providing at risk groups (Aboriginal, youth, seniors and those living with disability) career and life skills training focused on access to technology (computers) and the internet.
Keywords: Family Services
· Community Services
Volunteer Profile of Compucorps Mentoring Inc
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Computers for Kids
7 Major Ave, Penetanguishene, Ontario
Computers For Kids is a registered Canadian Charity that dedicates its resources to placing computers into homes of needy families with children. Since January 2000 CFK has placed over 7000 computer systems, complete with software, into the hands of eager and grateful children.
Keywords: Education and Literacy
· Children and Youth
Volunteer Profile of Computers for Kids
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Conflict Mediation Services of Downsview
95 Eddystone Ave, Toronto, Ontario
Conflict Mediation Services of Downsview (CMS-D) is a not-for-profit charitable organization that helps people in families, workplaces, schools and neighbourhoods understand and resolve conflict.Founded in !987, located in the Jane and finch community. We provide mediation between different parties to come to a common groud. Serving and learning in one of the most culturally diverse communities in the world, CMS-D will be a recognized leader in changing the face of conflict.
Keywords: Victim Services
· Justice and Legal
Volunteer Profile of Conflict Mediation Services of Downsview
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Congregation Or Shalom
534 Huron St., London, Ontario
Or Shalom is a dynamic Conservative Jewish synagogue in London Ontario, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. We offer a variety of religious, cultural, educational and social programs for members of all ages. Or Shalom is an egalitarian synagogue. Women as well as men are encouraged to grow in religious practice and observance of such mitzvot as Tallit, Tefillin and Tefilah. Women are equal constituents of the minyan, participate equally with respect to the Torah and its aliyot, and serve as Shlichat Tzibur.
Keywords: Religion
· Poverty
· Hunger
· Community Services
Volunteer Profile of Congregation Or Shalom
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Congress of Aboriginal Peoples
867, boul. St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, Ontario
The Congress of Aboriginal Peoples (CAP) is one of five National Aboriginal Representative Organizations recognized by the Government of Canada. Founded in 1971 as the Native Council of Canada (NCC), the organization was originally established to represent the interests of M‚tis and non-status Indians. Reorganized and renamed in 1993, CAP has extended its constituency to include all off-reserve status and non-status Indians, M‚tis and Southern Inuit Aboriginal Peoples, and serves as the national voice for its provincial and territorial affiliate organizations. CAP also holds consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), which facilitates its participation on international issues of importance to Indigenous Peoples.
Keywords: Leadership
· First Nation and Aboriginal Peoples
Volunteer Profile of Congress of Aboriginal Peoples
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Conservation Halton
2596 Britannia Road W., Milton, Ontario
Conservation Halton is a community based environmental agency that protects local ecosystems in partnership with its watershed municipalities.
Keywords: Wildlife
· Sports and Recreation
· Environment
Volunteer Profile of Conservation Halton
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Conservative Party of Canada Parti conservateur du Canada
Ottawa, Ontario
Conservative Party of Canada is a political party in Canada.
Keywords: Politics
Volunteer Profile of Conservative Party of Canada
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Copernicus Lodge Foundation
66 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto, Ontario
Copernicus Lodge is a not-for-profit organization made possible through the efforts of the Polish Canadian community. We strive to provide the highest quality of resident-driven service and continuum of care to meet the changing needs of our aging community. Copernicus Lodge fosters a caring Christian and Polish environment that is desired by those who have made this their home.
Keywords: Seniors
· Housing
Volunteer Profile of Copernicus Lodge Foundation
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Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre
40 Swayne Street, Cobourg, Ontario
Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre is breaking the cycle of family violence by providing immediate shelter, counselling and prevention services throughout Northumberland County.
Keywords: Women
· Family Services
· Crisis Support
Volunteer Profile of Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre
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Cornwall Public Library Board
45 Second Street East, Cornwall, Ontario
Anyone is entitled to use the library and its resources, including access to the Internet, for no charge. An annual borrowing membership is free if you live in the City of Cornwall. Identification with a current Cornwall address is required as proof of residency.
Keywords: Libraries
· Education and Literacy
Volunteer Profile of Cornwall Public Library Board
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Cota
550 Queen Street East, Suite 201, Toronto, Ontario
Cota is an accredited community-based organization that has been supporting adults with mental health and cognitive challenges to live well within their communities for over 40 years. We provide person-centred supports that assist individuals to find inspiration and hope in their inherent strengths and support them to pursue meaningful change in their lives, as they define it.
Keywords: Mental Health
· Health Centres
· Health and Medicine
Volunteer Profile of Cota
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Cottage Dreams Cancer Recovery Initiative
195 Highland Street, Haliburton, Ontario
Since 2003, Cottage Dreams Cancer Recovery Initiative has been offering cancer survivors the opportunity to spend a week at a donated cottage. This much needed time away with survivors, their friends and families allows them to reflect and celebrate recovery.
Keywords: Health and Medicine
· Cancer
Volunteer Profile of Cottage Dreams Cancer Recovery Initiative
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Council for Business and the Arts in Canada Conseil Pour Le Monde Des Affaires Et Des Arts Du Canada
165 University Ave, Suite 903, Toronto, Ontario
Business for the Arts aims to strengthen arts and culture in Canada by connecting arts organizations to business patrons and volunteers through our artsScene and boardLink programs; by stimulating investment in the arts through matching incentives and sponsorship training for arts organization with artsVest; by communicating the value of investing in the arts through advocacy and research; and by providing a platform for arts organizations to celebrate their outstanding business partners in the arts with our Canadian Arts and Business Awards.
Keywords: Arts and Culture
· Art Councils
Volunteer Profile of Council for Business and the Arts in Canada
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Council of Heritage Organizations in Ottawa Conseil Des Organismes Du Patrimoine D'ottawa
280 Metcalfe Street, Suite 504, Ottawa, Ontario
The Council of Heritage Organizations in Ottawa | le Conseil des organismes du patrimoine d'Ottawa (CHOO|COPO) is an umbrella organization serving cultural heritage organizations in the greater Ottawa area. CHOO|COPO plays a lead role in developing and sustaining Ottawa's heritage sector and ensuring local residents have access to heritage. To achieve its objectives, CHOO|COPO works closely with museums, archives, historical and genealogical societies, cultural communities, heritage buildings and sites as well as a range of heritage scholars, supporters and advocates.
Keywords: History
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of Council of Heritage Organizations in Ottawa
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Counterpoint Community Orchestra
552 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario
Counterpoint Community Orchestra has been operating as a community orchestra in downtown Toronto for 32 years. Formed in 1984, it was the first leasbian/ gay/gay positive orchestra in Canada and in the world. Counterpoint is a full symphony orchestra, and the programming is drawn from Baroque through contemporary orchestral repertoire. Rehearsals are at the 519 Community Centre on Church Street.
Keywords: Music
· Arts and Culture
Volunteer Profile of Counterpoint Community Orchestra
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Country Cat Sanctuary
Ottawa, Ontario
Here at "Country Cat Sanctuary" my aim is to find homes for the abandoned cats I rescue. Regardless of how long it takes, I will find each cat a new home with someone who will provide it with loving care and attention for the rest of its natural life. When I place a cat in your home, I want to ensure that you and your cat will enjoy many happy years to-gether. However, if the adoption dosen't work out (or if the adopter must give up the cat at any time) "Country Cat Sanctuary" will willingly take the cat back and find another suitable home.
Keywords: Rescue and Adoption
· Animals
Volunteer Profile of Country Cat Sanctuary
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County of Brant Public Library
12 William Street, Paris, Ontario
The County of Brant Public Library is dedicated to cultivating a culture of community, literacy, knowledge and understanding.
Keywords: Libraries
· Education and Literacy
Volunteer Profile of County of Brant Public Library
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Covenant House Toronto
20 Gerrard St. E., Toronto, Ontario
As Canada's largest homeless youth agency, Covenant House Toronto changes lives by providing the widest range of services and support under one roof. A national leader, we educate and advocate for change to help at-risk, homeless and trafficked youth by influencing public policy and delivering prevention and awareness programs.
Keywords: Homeless and Housing
Volunteer Profile of Covenant House Toronto
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Craigwood Youth Services
520 Hamilton Road, London, Ontario
Craigwood Youth Services has a long history of offering a wide variety of services to troubled youth and their families. We are a registered, non-profit organization, incorporated as a Children's Mental Health Centre in 1983.
Keywords: Family Support
· Children and Youth
Volunteer Profile of Craigwood Youth Services
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Crest Support Services
13570 Elginfield Road, Lucan, Ontario
Crest Support Services is a not-for-profit, charitable organization funded by the Ministry of Community, and Social Services, and the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care through the South West LHIN and the generosity of community donors. For more than 40 years, Crest Support Services has provided supports and services to individuals with a developmental and or mental health disablility.
Keywords: Mental Health
· Health and Medicine
Volunteer Profile of Crest Support Services
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Crime Prevention Association of Toronto
206-17 Fairmeadow Ave, North York, Ontario
The Crime Prevention Association of Toronto, CPAT is a community-based crime prevention organization that assists and empowers neighbourhoods, businesses, and individuals to take action to reduce crime.
Keywords: Justice and Legal
· Crime Prevention
Volunteer Profile of Crime Prevention Association of Toronto
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Crime Stoppers Kingston 1000 Islands Inc
650 Dalton Avenue, Unit 215, Kingston, Ontario
The Crime Stoppers triad was forged when the community, media and police continued to work together, solving crimes, and spread quickly to the point where there are Crime Stoppers programs all across North America, Britain, South Africa, Guam, Australia and the Caribbean.
Keywords: Justice and Legal
· Crime Prevention
Volunteer Profile of Crime Stoppers Kingston 1000 Islands Inc
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Crime Stoppers of Halton Inc
1151 Bronte Rd, Oakville, Ontario
Crime Stoppers of Halton's mission is to help solve and deter crime by providing a means of reporting criminal activity, with guaranteed anonymity, through cooperation with the police, the media, and the community.
Keywords: Justice and Legal
· Crime Prevention
Volunteer Profile of Crime Stoppers of Halton Inc
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Crisis Pregnancy Centre of Ottawa
889 Bank Street, Suite 201, Ottawa, Ontario
First Place OPTIONS is a non-profit charitable agency offering decision aid coaching to anyone facing an unplanned pregnancy.
Keywords: Crisis Support
Volunteer Profile of Crisis Pregnancy Centre of Ottawa
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Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada Fondation Canadienne Des Maladies Inflammatoires
60 St Clair Ave E, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario
Crohn's and Colitis Canada is the only national, volunteer-based charity focused on finding the cures for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis and improving the lives of children and adults affected by these diseases.
Keywords: Health and Medicine
· Disorders
Volunteer Profile of Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada
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Crossroads International
Branch: Toronto
49 Bathurst Street, Suite 201, Toronto, Ontario
Crossroads International is an international development organization that is reducing poverty and increasing women's rights around the world.
Keywords: Women
· Poverty
· International
Volunteer Profile of Crossroads International
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Cuso
44 Eccles St., Suite 200, Ottawa, Ontario
Cuso International is a development organization that works to reduce poverty and inequality through the efforts of highly skilled volunteers, collaborative partnerships and compassionate donors.
Keywords: Poverty
· International
Volunteer Profile of Cuso
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Cystic Fibrosis Canada
2221 Yonge St, Suite 601, Toronto, Ontario
Cystic Fibrosis Canada is a national charitable not-for-profit corporation established in 1960, and is one of the world's top three charitable organizations committed to finding a cure for cystic fibrosis (CF). As an internationally recognized leader in funding innovation and clinical care, we invest more in life-saving CF research and care than any other non-governmental agency in Canada.
Keywords: Health and Medicine
· Disorders
Volunteer Profile of Cystic Fibrosis Canada
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Daily Bread Food Bank Foundation of Toronto
191 New Toronto St., Toronto, Ontario
Daily Bread Food Bank is a registered charity that is fighting hunger in our communities. Every year thousands of people across Toronto rely on food banks. A distribution hub, Daily Bread provides food and support to almost 200 food programs across Toronto and is the largest provider of food relief in the GTA.
Keywords: Hunger
Volunteer Profile of Daily Bread Food Bank Foundation of Toronto
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Dale Brain Injury Services
Branch: Business Office (HR, Finance & Administration)
1-1111 Elias Street, London, Ontario
At Dale Brain Injury Services we provide a continuum of high quality, client-centered services to persons affected by an acquired brain injury. By providing services that are accessible, evidence-based and responsive to the changing needs of our clients, our community, and our partners, DBIS supports individuals to maximize their strengths and live healthy, meaningful lives.
Keywords: Mental Health
· Health and Medicine
· Health
· Disorders
Volunteer Profile of Dale Brain Injury Services
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Dale Brain Injury Services
Branch: Dale Centre
815 Shelborne Street, London, Ontario
At Dale Brain Injury Services we provide a continuum of high quality, client-centered services to persons affected by an acquired brain injury. By providing services that are accessible, evidence-based and responsive to the changing needs of our clients, our community, and our partners, DBIS supports individuals to maximize their strengths and live healthy, meaningful lives.
Keywords: Mental Health
· Health and Medicine
· Health
· Disorders
Volunteer Profile of Dale Brain Injury Services
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Dalhousie Place
Branch: Caledonia
172 Argyle Street North, Caledonia, Ontario
The Brantford and District Supervised Access Centre offers safe, neutral, child-focused services including supervised visits, exchanges and support for families.
Keywords: Family Services
· Emergency and Safety
· Children and Youth
Volunteer Profile of Dalhousie Place
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Dalhousie Place
Branch: Brantford
82 Charlotte Street, Brantford, Ontario
The Brantford and District Supervised Access Centre offers safe, neutral, child-focused services including supervised visits, exchanges and support for families.
Keywords: Family Services
· Emergency and Safety
· Children and Youth
Volunteer Profile of Dalhousie Place
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Dalhousie Place
Branch: Simcoe
41 Kent Street North, Simcoe, Ontario
The Brantford and District Supervised Access Centre offers safe, neutral, child-focused services including supervised visits, exchanges and support for families.
Keywords: Family Services
· Emergency and Safety
· Children and Youth
Volunteer Profile of Dalhousie Place
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Dalmatian Rescue
Toronto, Ontario
Dalmatian Adoption and Rescue is a not for profit organization comprised of volunteers who give of their time, ability and homes to help place Dalmatians where they will be well cared for and loved.
Keywords: Rescue and Adoption
· Animals
Volunteer Profile of Dalmatian Rescue
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Danes in Distress
All Ontario, Ontario
We have been rescuing Great Danes and finding new, loving homes for them since 1956 to give them a second chance at finding someone who cares and happiness.
Keywords: Rescue and Adoption
· Animals
Volunteer Profile of Danes in Distress
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Danforth Jewish Circle
283 Danforth Ave, Suite 125, Toronto, Ontario
Joyous, inclusive, accessible, inspiring, and musical, the Danforth Jewish Circle is helping to create a fresh, progressive vision of Jewish community, learning, and spiritual practice in downtown Toronto.
Keywords: Religion
Volunteer Profile of Danforth Jewish Circle
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Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre Centre De Traitement Pour Jeunes Dave Smith
786 Bronson Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario
Located in Ottawa the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre (DSYTC) is a non-profit, residential, and community-based agency that is dedicated to helping youth (13-21) and families across Ontario overcome substance abuse and related issues and to achieve a healthier lifestyle. With separate evidence-based programs tailored to the specific needs of young men and women, it is the only Centre of its kind in Eastern Ontario.
Keywords: Health and Medicine
· Addictions
Volunteer Profile of Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre
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David Busby Street Centre
24 Collier Street, Lower-level of Trinity Anglican, P.O. Box 641, Barrie, Ontario
Non-profit organization that assists people who are experiencing the impact of poverty and homelessness through our drop-in program, case management, outreach and community partners.
Keywords: Poverty
· Mental Health
· Homeless and Housing
· Addictions
Volunteer Profile of David Busby Street Centre
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David Mcantony Gibson Foundation
15 Honeysuckle Crescent, Ancaster, Ontario
DMGF was created in the spring of 1998 in honour of David McAntony Gibson, who tragically lost his life on February 7, 1998.
A remarkable man who believed in taking the time to help those around him both near and far, Mr. Gibson will be remembered by his friends, family and peers as caring, compassionate and dedicated. In keeping with David's spirit, DMGF is designed to help those in need around the world by providing relief supplies and equipment, and has adopted "Serving the Global Community" as its motto.
Keywords: Poverty
· International
Volunteer Profile of David Mcantony Gibson Foundation
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Daybreak Non-Profit Shelter
393 Piccadilly Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario
Since 1982, Daybreak has been a place to call home for men and women who not only have difficulty finding affordable housing but also struggle with issues such as mental health, recovery from addictions, escaping abusive situations and limited life skills.
Keywords: Homeless and Housing
Volunteer Profile of Daybreak Non-Profit Shelter
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Daytrippers Children's Charity
24 Truman Road, Toronto, Ontario
Daytrippers is a non-profit children's charity. We raise funds for trips to recognized educational and cultural institutions for school groups in lower-income and far-reaching areas. Why? We believe that every student should have the opportunity to visit unique places of learning: from museums to art galleries to conservation areas and beyond.
Keywords: Education and Literacy
· Children and Youth
Volunteer Profile of Daytrippers Children's Charity
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Deafblind Ontario Services
17665 Leslie Street, Unit 15, Newmarket, Ontario
Founded in 1989, DeafBlind Ontario Services is the largest not-for-profit organization in Ontario providing Intervenor, residential and other specialized services to individuals who are deafblind. With residential locations and community services programs across the province, our services extend into a wide range of communities in Ontario.
Our service model ensures our clients goals meet their desires, preferences and abilities through a person-centered approach delivered by specially trained Intervenors.
Keywords: Health and Medicine
· Disorders
Volunteer Profile of Deafblind Ontario Services
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Delta Family Resource Centre
2972 Islington Avenue, Unit 5, Toronto, Ontario
Delta Family Resource Center is a non-profit organization that envisions a healthy and empowered community where families and children thrive. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-site organization situated in a diverse community that is committed to enhancing the potential of families and children by supporting and addressing their identified needs. Delta Family Resource Centre provides a wide range of programs, services and activities for all ages and we strive to make sure that they enhance individual skills while simultaneously promoting a healthy community.
Keywords: Family Support
· Family Services
· Community Services
· Children and Youth
Volunteer Profile of Delta Family Resource Centre
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Design Hope Toronto
35 Camden Street, Toronto, Ontario
Design Hope Toronto (DHT) is a small group of creatives who have banded together to try to cut through the noise and confusion and help connect people with community. DHT also promotes local artists and designers, recognizing the role they play in a healthy society. Art lays bare the truths of human existence, both the good and the bad, inspiring the emotion essential for motivation and action. While artists are disproportionately involved in social activism, many full-time artists also live below the poverty line, adding further relevance to our cause.
Keywords: Arts and Culture
· Art
Volunteer Profile of Design Hope Toronto
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