This flexible volunteer-from-home role involves reviewing documents to ensure accurate translations and suits detail-oriented individuals with fluent language skills.
Volunteer involvement is an essential part of, and a major asset to the overall operation of the Immigrant Centre. The Centre depends on volunteers to enhance our services and programs, serve more newcomers and contribute towards building a stronger community and city.
Position Overview
We are seeking friendly and dependable English Language Partners to support newcomers by providing informal conversation practice and sharing helpful information about life in Winnipeg and Canada.
This volunteer role is a great opportunity to help newcomers improve their English skills in a welcoming environment—either online or in person.
Duties and Responsibilities
Meet online or in person with your Language Partner for informal conversation sessions.
Assist with basic grammar, vocabulary building, and pronunciation.
Provide encouragement and support to help build confidence.
Share general information about Winnipeg, including community events, activities, schools, and transportation.
Offer insights about Canadian life, culture, and customs.
Qualifications and Skills Required
Have resided in Canada (preferably Winnipeg) for at least three years.
Knowledgeable about Winnipeg and its communities.
Fluent in English with a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level of 8 or equivalent.
Ability to work with individuals from diverse ethno-cultural backgrounds.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong time management and organization skills.
Patience and understanding.
For online sessions, experience using Zoom is required.
Location
Online sessions take place via Zoom.
In-person meetings occur at the Immigrant Centre or off-site at public locations such as libraries or coffee shops. Volunteers who wish to meet off-site must provide a Police Record Check.
Time Commitment Required
Approximately 1.5 hours per week.
Minimum commitment of three months.
One meeting per week is required.
Currently - volunteers are needed for weekday evenings (after 4:30 p.m.) and Saturdays.
If you enjoy engaging with newcomers and helping them gain confidence in English while connecting with the community, we encourage you to apply.
Position Overview
We are seeking Translators fluent in English and at least one other language to verify the accuracy of translated documents.
This flexible volunteer-from-home role involves reviewing documents to ensure accurate translations and suits detail-oriented individuals with fluent language skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
Verify the accuracy of translated documents, including diplomas, certificates, legal documents, medical documents, and letters.
Qualifications and Skills Required
Fluency in English and at least one other language.
Excellent reading, writing, and oral communication skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent time management and organization skills.
Previous document translation experience is an asset.
Time Commitment Required
Flexible schedule; volunteer-from-home.
Application Note
Only those applicants whose languages are in demand and who meet the position requirements will be contacted within 7 business days. Other applicants will be kept in our database for future needs.
If you have strong multilingual skills and a keen eye for detail, we encourage you to apply.
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