| About the Position | |
| Position # | 1670 |
| Organization | YMCA Centre for Immigrant programs |
| Position | Volunteer YMCA Canada Connects - YMCA Canada Connects |
| Location | In person or online |
| Impact Statement | You can make a difference by supporting newcomers' integration in the community! |
| Description |
YMCA Canada Connects supports newcomers to become integrated into Canadian life by matching them with YMCA Volunteers. The YMCA Canada Connects Program focuses on intercultural learning and fostering meaningful relationships in the community. Volunteers are matched with a newcomer family or individual according to their interest. Major Duties: Inform newcomers about resources and opportunities in their communities Provide opportunities for newcomers to practice language skills in English through informal conversations. Take an interest in exchanging and learning about each other's cultural traditions, food, customs and ideas. Share family activities, interests and hobbies. You can choose to volunteer individually, or with friends and family. |
| Training Details |
Volunteer orientation Child Protection Training Webinar |
| Working Conditions | Flexible options |
| Minimum Duration | 4 - 6 months |
| Timing | Anytime |
| Time Detail | 2 hours per week at a time and day set up in agreement with the client |
| Age | 18+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Area(s) of Interest | Newcomer Support |
| Skill(s) | Cultural Awareness/Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communication, Community Knowledge/Awareness, Motivate Others, Empathy |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Application File: | |
| Website | https://ymcahfx.ca/immigrant-programs/ |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Shivani Narayanan |
| Phone | 902 457 6882 |
| Address | 7071 Bayers Rd Halifax, B3L 2C2 |
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