Find out how you can support the members of our community this Summer-Spring with the Michaëlle Jean Extracurricular Volunteering Program.

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Volunteers - FMGatineau

Community Partner:   Centre de pédiatrie sociale de Gatineau (CPSG), Gatineau, QC.

Live an unforgettable experience at the Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival! 

From August 27 to 31, 2025, join the adventure as a volunteer from the Centre de pédiatrie sociale de Gatineau (CPSG) and be one of the smiling faces at the FMG in Parc de la Baie. Whether you're scanning tickets, greeting festival-goers or offering five-star service, your role is essential! 

Take advantage of our many benefits: FMG T-shirt, free access to the festival, meals, exclusive discounts, free STO transportation, and a memorable evening of recognition! With over 16 hours of volunteer work, you'll also receive two 5-day passports to make the most of the festival!

Don't hesitate to contribute to a noble cause: for every volunteer, a donation is made to the CPSG!

Project dates: Spring-Summer 2025.
 
Community Engagement Navigator (via uoZone) volunteer placement number: 329. 

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Help us welcome the new academic year on campus!

Community Partner: uOttawa Housing Services, Ottawa, ON.

Accueillez la nouvelle génération pour cette rentrée universitaire

Du 22 au 30 août, faites parti de l'équipe de bénévoles des résidences et assistez plus de 4 000 nouvelles étudiantes et nouveaux étudiants qui feront leurs premiers pas sur le campus de l’Université d’Ottawa. 

Nous cherchons des personnes dynamiques pour: 

  • Guider dans les zones de débarquement

  • Aider avec les chariots

  • Soutenir diverses tâches liées à l’emménagement

Saisissez cette chance de jouer un rôle important durant une des périodes les plus animées de l'année! 

Project dates: Spring-Summer 2025.
 
Community Engagement Navigator (via uoZone) volunteer placement number: 341.

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EntourAGE Volunteer

Community Partner: uOttawa_Faculty of Health Sciences, Ottawa, ON. 

Looking to make a real difference in someone’s life, and your own? 

The EntourAGE Program connects high school, college, and university students with individuals living with dementia for engaging, person-centred, one-on-one visits.

Whether in-person or virtually, students are matched based on shared interests and language preferences to foster meaningful relationships. 

EntourAGE is more than just volunteering, it's a chance to contribute to research projects while getting valuable hands-on experience and training. 

With a commitment of 4 hours a week for 4 to 12 months, flexibility in locations and a supportive environment, it is a great opportunity to be part of the change.

Project dates: Spring-Summer 2025.
 
Community Engagement Navigator (via uoZone) volunteer placement number: 252 - 258.

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Bingo Volunteer

Community Partner: Planned Parenthood Ottawa, Ottawa, ON.

Ready to develop a real passion for reproductive justice without prior experience?

Join Planned Parenthood Ottawa’s Bingo Volunteer Team and help fund inclusive, judgment-free sexual health education. It's happening every Wednesdays from 12pm to 2pm with a 20$ honorarium per shift to support travel costs, all while having fun! As a Bingo Volunteer, you’ll: Greet patrons, help verify winning cards, wipe down tables and chairs, etc.

Join the team and make a difference! 

Project dates: Spring-Summer 2025
 
Community Engagement Navigator (via uoZone) volunteer placement number: 278.

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Program Assistant - School Supplies Distribution for Immigrant Families

Community Partner: AFIFO, Ottawa, ON.

Call for volunteers - Let's get together to help children go back to school!

On Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 15 avenue Aylmer, join us for a day of solidarity dedicated to immigrant children and families in our community! As a volunteer, you'll be collecting donations of school supplies; preparing bags for distribution; and helping with distribution logistics.

Give your time and contribute to a successful back-to-school experience for many families!

Project dates: Spring-Summer 2025.
 
Community Engagement Navigator (via uoZone) volunteer placement number: 360.

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Autism Moves - Track & Field / Paddle

Community Partner: OSEG Foundation (Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group), Ottawa, ON.

Give your time this summer with Autism Moves, a sports and recreation program for youth with autism in a warm and inclusive environment. As a volunteer, you’ll be paired 1:1 with a young athlete to encourage, support, and share unforgettable moments. Make meaningful memories this summer while making a difference!

Project dates: Spring- Summer 2025.
 
Community Engagement Navigator (via uoZone) volunteer placement number: 224 and 225.

Contact Us

Community engagement

Career Corner
University Centre (UCU)
85 University Private, Room 216
Ottawa ON, K1N 6N5
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Tel.: 613-562-5945
Toll-free: 1-877-868-8292 
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