Volunteer Opportunities
CNIB is always looking for volunteers. Whether you’re
interested in helping with programs and services, assisting with office
administration, or ensuring that our fundraising campaigns meet their
targets, we offer unique opportunities to make a difference in the lives of
people with vision loss. Join us today!
When thinking about what type of volunteer work you would like to do,
consider the following:
Also, consider what type of role you would like to perform: would you enjoy
working directly or indirectly with an individual with vision loss, in an
office environment, or as a part of a committee of volunteers?
All volunteers will be required to attend an orientation and will need to
obtain, at their own expense, a standard Criminal Reference Check.
For more information, see the listings below, or find out more about
volunteering with CNIB.
Current Opportunities:
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Vision Mate: Assist people with vision loss with social and recreational
activities. Visits are usually 2-3 hours per week. There is an ongoing need
for these volunteers, and a 6-month commitment is required.
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Volunteer Reader: Readers with clear, audible reading voices are needed to
voice books and brochures on tape, or to read documents and correspondence
for staff with vision loss.
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Office Support Assistant: Assist CNIB staff with large mail-outs, word
processing and making telephone calls. Volunteers are also needed to assist
CNIB staff in the reception area during office hours.
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Childcare Assistant: Assist CNIB staff by supervising children. Childcare
supports parents’ workshops, summer camps and the Christmas Party.
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Rehabilitation Services: Assist CNIB rehabilitation staff by following up
with people with vision loss. Training is provided.
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Speakers’ Bureau: Volunteers are needed to give presentations on vision
loss and CNIB programs and services. Persons with vision loss who receive
CNIB programs and services are preferred. There is an ongoing need for these
volunteers, and a one-year commitment is required.
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Special Events: Provide support at fundraising and other community or
special events. There is an ongoing need for these volunteers, and a
six-month commitment is required.