Every day, Nova Scotia Health volunteers make someone's day brighter. Our volunteers support patients, clients and residents in communities across Nova Scotia.
Who are our volunteers?
Nova Scotia Health volunteers are individuals looking for a rewarding opportunity to share not only their time but provide meaningful support to patients, their families and our frontline staff through a variety of roles. Volunteers are a vital link in the important work of Nova Scotia Health.
Why volunteer with us?
Volunteers complement the care provided by professional staff. As a volunteer, you can gain personal satisfaction from helping others, obtain experience relevant to your future employment or educational plans, meet new people and learn more about the health care system.
How much time do I need to commit?
As a general rule, we ask volunteers to commit to two to three hours per week on a regular day for a minimum of four months. The minimum volunteer commitment may be greater than four months depending on the site and the volunteer position of interest to you.
Contact us.
For more information on volunteering contact Martin at 1(902) 898-2743.
Note: Volunteer roles operate between 8:00am – 4:00pm Monday – Friday
Get to know our volunteers!
Keltie & Maiya (Therapy Dog Team)
Join the New Hope Program as a Volunteer Driver (Class 5 License Required)
Do you enjoy driving and meeting new people? Here’s your chance to give back in a meaningful way!
Nova Scotia Health is looking for compassionate, reliable volunteers to help transport clients to and from the New Hope site in New Glasgow, as well as to off-site programs and events. You’ll be part of a team that helps improve access to essential services and enhances the quality of life for those in our community.
Why Volunteer?
· Help vulnerable individuals stay connected and supported
· Be part of a caring, community-focused team
· Build relationships and brighten someone’s day
Your time behind the wheel can take someone miles ahead in life.
Location: New Glasgow
Requirements: Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
Interested? Reach out today to learn more and get involved!
updated July 18, 2025
Our Ambassador volunteers are friendly hosts to patients, families and visitors as they enter Nova Scotia Health facilities. The Ambassador Volunteers help relieve stress for patients and visitors who enter our facilities by providing directions and information about our facilities during their visit. This is a fast-paced program with varying demands requiring volunteers to be on their feet and to walk throughout the buildings. If you love meeting new people and working in a busy environment, then these roles are for you.
Duties may include:
Community Health Boards (CHBs) are groups of volunteers from local communities, who work together to improve health and wellness of their communities. They gather ideas from local community members and share information about how to improve and promote health and wellness close to home. They focus on the many factors that affect health and wellness in our communities including income, education, and sense of belonging, among others. CHBs share what they have learned about your health and wellness priorities with Nova Scotia Health, IWK Health Centre, and other pertinent community groups.
You cannot serve on a CHB, if you are:
To find a Community Health Board in your area, please check the following link:
Nova Scotia Health is committed to providing a safe, healthy, and respectful environment for team members (employees, physicians, learners and volunteers), patients, families, and visitors that reflects our Vision, Mission and Values.
Respectful Conduct
All Nova Scotia Health team members, patients, families and visitors are required to:
Our Values:
• Respect • Integrity • Courage • Innovation • Accountability
