Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the City of Brampton's Recreation Volunteer Team. You become eligible to volunteer when you turn 14 years old. Volunteering with the City of Brampton is a great way to engage with and give back to your community. Our volunteer program offers a welcoming space that creates learning opportunities and fosters skill development. The more you volunteer, the more you and your community benefit. Volunteer hours can be counted towards the 40 hours of community service needed to graduate from Ontario high schools, be added to a resume or post-secondary school application, and provide an opportunity for career exploration.
Here are answers to some Frequently Asked Questions:
WHAT PROGRAMS WILL I BE ABLE TO VOLUNTEER IN?
There are a variety of programs to volunteer in. Volunteer placement at a specific location is not guaranteed. Some activities include:
HOW DO I BECOME A VOLUNTEER WITH THE CITY OF BRAMPTON’S RECREATION VOLUNTEER TEAM?
To submit an online application, click the blue button on the top-right side of the webpage marked "Fill in an application". Paper applications are no longer accepted.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER?
The time it takes to become a volunteer may vary, but you must successfully complete the four steps listed below within 90 days of submitting your volunteer application.
ONCE I’VE SUBMITTED MY ONLINE APPLICATION, WHAT ARE THE FOUR STEPS I NEED TO COMPLETE TO BECOME PART OF THE CITY OF BRAMPTON’S RECREATION VOLUNTEER TEAM?
After submitting an online application, you will receive a welcome email containing details on how to complete the required 4 steps to become a volunteer.
IS ADDITIONAL TRAINING REQUIRED?
Yes, additional training is required for certain positions and activities, including gymnastics, ninja parkour, rock climbing, aquatics, and camp. You only need to attend additional training if you wish to participate in one of these activities and hold the necessary certifications.
*Volunteers interested in skate programs, must successfully pass a skate assessment.
HOW LONG WILL MY VOLUNTEER APPLICATION BE KEPT ON FILE?
You must successfully complete all four steps to become a volunteer within 90 days of submitting your application to be entered into the volunteer pool, incomplete applications will be deleted. If your application has been deleted, you are welcome to reapply during the next quarterly intake.
DO I HAVE TO MAKE A MINIMUM TIME COMMITMENT?
Volunteer shifts range in length from one hour, once a week, to eight hours a day during registered camp programming. There are opportunities to suit almost anyone’s schedule, however, we ask that volunteers sign up for a minimum of one registered program/camp or special event per year.
I NEED EXTRA HELP OR ASSISTANCE WHEN VOLUNTEERING - IS THAT OK?
Absolutely! The City of Brampton encourages everyone in the community to take part in volunteering. Contact the City of Brampton's Recreation Volunteer Team directly for details by email at volunteers@brampton.ca.
WILL THE CITY OF BRAMPTON’S RECREATION VOLUNTEER TEAM PROVIDE ME WITH DOCUMENTATION OF MY VOLUNTEER HOURS?
Yes. You will be able to print or save a report of all the volunteer hours you accumulate within the City of Brampton's Recreation Volunteer Team from your online profile.
CAN ANYONE BECOME A VOLUNTEER WITH THE CITY OF BRAMPTON’S RECREATION VOLUNTEER TEAM?
There are a few limitations, however, the City of Brampton Recreation's Volunteer Team does its best to work with all applicants to allow as many people as possible the opportunity to give back to their community through volunteering.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer with the City of Brampton's Recreation Volunteer Team. We look forward to your participation.
Below are some examples of general programs under their umbrella categories.
Visual Arts
Dance
STEM
Music
Child and Youth
Preschool
Volunteers choosing this option must display knowledge and ability in one or more of the following sports, with experience in recreational and/or competitive play
Volunteers choosing this option must have significant experience in recreational and/or competitive gymnastics and/or rock climbing.
Supplementary facility/equipment training is required, and the volunteer would be notified by Volunteer Services with further details.
Volunteers choosing this category MUST upload proof of their (1) Bronze Medallion and (2) Emergency First Aid. These documents can be uploaded to the volunteer's profile under "Additional Info."
Once both certifications have been uploaded and approved, volunteers must sign up for the next available Aquatics Central training.
Camp programming takes place 3 times a year, following the general schedule below:
Majority of opportunities are available during the Summer Camp season. Supplementary camp training is required, and the volunteer would be notified by Volunteer Services with further details.
Volunteers choosing this category must be able to attend a mandatory Skills Assessment to verify the their skating ability. Dates and times will be shared on a rolling basis, but will be primarily offered during the Fall and Winter sessions.
To successfully pass a skills assessment, volunteers must complete ALL of the following:
All volunteers who've completed their Volunteer Orientation are automatically qualified to volunteer in special events opportunities. Special events are offered on a rolling basis throughout the calendar year, and volunteers are notified via email when shifts are made available.
Volunteering with the City of Brampton is a great way to engage with and give back to your community. Our volunteer program offers a welcoming space that creates learning opportunities and fosters skill development. The more you volunteer, the more you and your community benefit. Volunteer hours can be counted towards the 40 hours of community service needed to graduate from Ontario high schools, be added to a resume or post-secondary school application, and provide an opportunity for career exploration.
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