Future Volunteer Opportunities

1 week ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada YMCA of Greater HalifaxDartmouth Full time $20,000 - $40,000 per year


Are you interested in joining our team as a volunteer?  The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is always on the lookout for dynamic volunteers to join us in our journey of Building Healthy Communities through the Power of Belonging. 

What We Do

The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs, we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun – a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive. 

At the YMCA we know that our ability to partner with others in our community is through the passion and dedication of our employees and volunteers. It is through our 200 staff and 100 volunteers that we are able to do what we do.  In joining the YMCA you will become part of a dedicated network of individuals with a great passion for providing holistic support to the communities in which we serve.

How You Can Help

We are always accepting applications from interested candidates toward our volunteering opportunities.  With the diversity of our programs brings with it a variety of volunteer avenues in such areas as Childcare, Before/After school, Saturday Study Skills, Youth Recreation, Employment Services, Newcomer Services, Big Cove Camp, Fundraising, Administration, Health, Fitness, and Aquatics (including our new John W. Lindsay YMCA), as well as such National initiatives as YMCA Community Action Network (YCAN). 

Volunteer Conditions

  • A clear Child Abuse Register Check
  • A current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (must be dated less than 6 months from hire date)
  • Completion of YMCA's Child Safety & Protection Orientation within first week of employment
  • Completion of YMCA Child Safeguarding Training within probationary period

Please note that background checks are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Consideration for volunteering is based on Child Safeguarding requirements and the nature of the volunteer position, and an offense may not eliminate a candidate from volunteering at the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us, we look forward to reviewing your application 

The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association.  We are committed to an environment that is barrier-free.  If you require accommodation during the application process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.  We encourage all applicants to self-identify.



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