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Barrie area Barrie area
Clearview Clearview
Collingwood Collingwood
Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny, Springwater, Christian Island Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny, Springwater, Christian Island
Orillia area Orillia area
Simcoe County Simcoe County
South Simcoe South Simcoe
Wasaga Beach Wasaga Beach
Sweetwater Harvest Festival Event Volunteer   Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny, Springwater, Christian Island  Simcoe County 
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
Midland

As a Sweetwater Volunteer you may help with:

  • Greeting Guests, scanning tickets, handing out brochures and issuing wrist bands 
  • Roasting Bannock or making taffy
  • Assiting in the Kids Zone and with make and take crafts
  • Directing traffic and parking 
  • Sharing our natural history onsite with visitors
Gardening Volunteers   Barrie area  Clearview  Collingwood  Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny, Springwater, Christian Island  Orillia area  Simcoe County  South Simcoe  Wasaga Beach 
Midland Community Gardens, Midland Community Garden
Midland

Volunteers may assist with:

  • watering and weeding
  • mulching the pathways
  • researching a variety of gardening practices or plant care information
  • composting/soil building
  • participate in group gardening activities
  • create and maintain garden structures such as display board or plant lattices
  • administration and fundraising
  • web site development and maintenance also required
Exhibit Designer   Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny, Springwater, Christian Island  Simcoe County 
Penetanguishene Centennial Museum and Archives, Penetanguishene Centennial Museum
Penetanguishene
Tear down and re-arrange exhibits. Design, build, research and install new and existing exhibits in coordination with the Museum Curator.
Maintenance Assistant   Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny, Springwater, Christian Island  Simcoe County 
Penetanguishene Centennial Museum and Archives, Penetanguishene Centennial Museum
Penetanguishene
Outside maintenance such as snow shoveling, lawn cutting, gardening, painting etc. Indoor maintenance would require cleaning inside the museum at the blacksmith shop, fire hall and concession stand.
The Georgian Good Food Box Packers and Drivers   Clearview  Collingwood  Simcoe County  Wasaga Beach 
Georgian Good Food Box (The), South Georgian Bay
South Georgian Bay
Volunteer drivers assist with deliveries of food boxes to distribution sites (Collingwood, Clearview and Wasaga Beach) and/or individuals in the surrounding communities.  
 
Volunteers help with packing fruits and vegetables for monthly good food box orders
Conservation Property Steward   Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny, Springwater, Christian Island  Simcoe County 
Georgian Bay Land Trust
Various mainland and island properties around eastern Georgian Bay and the North Channel.
Visit one of the Georgian Bay Land Trust's protected properties at least once a year, upload a simple reporting form on the property's condition, and conduct any minor stewardship activities necessary (ex. picking up litter, greeting visitors).
Good Food Box Volunteer   Orillia area  Simcoe County 
Orillia and Area Good Food Box, The
Orillia

Volunteers are needed to pack Good Food Boxes the 3rd Tuesday of every month in the Church Hall at Guardian Angels Church, from 8 am to 10 am.  
Volunteers are also needed from 10 am to 12 noon to assist individuals that are picking up their Good Food Boxes.

Emergency Overnight Shelter Volunteer   Simcoe County  South Simcoe 
S.H.I.F.T, Mobile Outreach Program
Alliston
  • Participate in the operation of the shelter (shifts - evening, night, breakfast)
  • Carry out the many tasks required for the seamless functioning of the shift/program.
  • Interact with guests throughout the duration of the shift (unless it’s quiet/sleep hours).
Market Assistant   Orillia area  Simcoe County 
Orillia Farmers Market
Orillia
  • Assist with set-up and take-down of the weekly farmers' market - which includes signage, sandwich boards, sail banners, tables, chairs, benches, barricades, canopies and musical equipment, electrical cords, garbage and recycle receptacles.
  • Assist vendors as requested in loading and unloading merchandise and supplies
  • Collect litter to ensure the Market grounds are clear of garbage and debris before and after the Market.
  • Assist with the organization of volunteers (some with mental or physical challenges)
  • ensure walkways are shoveled & salted in the winter.
  • Arts and crafts assistant
    • Special Events   Orillia area  Simcoe County 
    Orillia District Chamber of Commerce, Orillia - 575 West St S Unit 6
    Orillia

    Volunteers needed to help with special events, duties include

    • Set up and take downs for events including barriers/ gates/ posters/ signs
    • help with registration, security
    • assisting with Perch Fest, Boat Festival, Santa Clause Parade, Folk festival and Canada Day
    Habitat ReStore Volunteer   Barrie area  Clearview  Collingwood  Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny, Springwater, Christian Island  Orillia area  Simcoe County  South Simcoe  Wasaga Beach 
    Habitat for Humanity Huronia, Barrie, ReStore, Barrie
    Barrie

    Volunteers would be responsible for stocking shelves, cleaning the store, re-organizing items, aseembling product, and assisting customers. Volunteers who are interested should visit the website to register to volunteer. 
     
    Volunteers must wear certified safety shoes, be capable of lifting up to 25lbs, able to stand for extended periods of time and be comfortable with 2-3 step instruction.

    Bicycle repair mechanic or assistant   Barrie area  Simcoe County 
    Firebird Community Cycle
    134 Anne St. South, Barrie

    Assist with repairing used bicycle; Salvaging parts; Organizing/sorting bike shop equipment and tools; Assisting clients/public with bicycle repairs.

    Repairing used bicycles for distribution or sale to the public.

    Web design 

    Board member

    Fundraising

    Habitat for Humanity Construction Worker   Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny, Springwater, Christian Island  Simcoe County 
    Habitat for Humanity Ontario Gateway North
    Simcoe North
    Helps build houses.
    Volunteer   Barrie area  Clearview  Collingwood  Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny, Springwater, Christian Island  Orillia area  Simcoe County  South Simcoe  Wasaga Beach 
    Essa and District Agricultural Society, Essa Agriplex, Barrie Fair

    Working towards the 2024 Barrie Fair. Property clean-up, gardening, local promotional activities. Fair setup and takedown.