Volunteer Opportunities in the Community Sector
Explore volunteer opportunities throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.
Many organizations require a criminal record check (and sometimes a vulnerable sector check) before you can start volunteering. Here's where to get one in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Vulnerable Sector Checks Explained
What a vulnerable sector check covers, and when a role working with children or vulnerable people requires one.
Learn moreRNC Criminal Record Check
Online application for residents of RNC jurisdictions (Northeast Avalon, Corner Brook region, Labrador City).
Apply onlineRCMP Newfoundland & Labrador
Outside RNC jurisdictions, contact your local RCMP detachment for a criminal record check or fingerprinting.
Find your detachmentProvincial Court Record Checks
Court-based record checks are free when required for adoption, fostering, or volunteering.
View detailsCommissionaires Criminal Record Check
Online name-based check, results often within 15 minutes. Not a substitute for a vulnerable sector check — that still requires your local police service.
Apply onlineTip: ask the organization for a volunteer letter before applying — most police services waive the record-check fee for volunteers who provide one.
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BGC St. Anthony
Volunteer
Volunteer with Boys and Girls Club programs and activities.
BGC St. John's
Volunteer
Volunteer with Boys and Girls Club programs and activities.
Connections for Seniors
Volunteer Driver
Volunteer van drivers needed to support the Food Security Program by collecting food hampers for older adults.
YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador
Help & Hope for Seniors Youth Volunteer
Supports seniors through technology assistance, activities and social engagement.
The Rooms
Volunteer
Visitor experience and heritage volunteer opportunities.
Tuckamore Festival
Volunteer
Support festival events and programming.
Janeway Children's Hospital Foundation
Volunteer
Support fundraising and community engagement activities.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Newfoundland
Volunteer Mentor
Mentorship and youth support volunteer opportunities.
BGC James Hornell
Volunteer
Volunteer with Boys and Girls Club programs and activities.
CNIB
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles supporting people who are blind or partially sighted.
Lifewise
Board Member
Provides governance and strategic oversight for a provincial mental health organization.
Canadian Red Cross
Volunteer Opportunities
Opportunities with the Canadian Red Cross
SSVP Carbonear Foodbank
We're looking for volunteers for a wide variety of opportunities throughout the school year! Students can email us at ssdpcarbonear@gmail.com to join the team!
Clarenville Area SPCA
Volunteer
Support animal welfare and shelter operations.
Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Arts Society
Board of Directors
Board members sought to help guide the future of the Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Festival and folk arts programming.
The Quad NL
Volunteer
Volunteer opportunities supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ community initiatives.
Planned Parenthood NL Sexual Health Centre
Volunteer
Support education, outreach and sexual health initiatives.
BGC Bell Island
Volunteer
Volunteer with Boys and Girls Club programs and activities.
Thrive
Volunteer and Student Placement Opportunities
Support outreach and community programs.
Lawnya Vawnya
Volunteer / Billet
Festival volunteer and artist hosting opportunities.
Lighthouse FM
Volunteer
Volunteer roles supporting community radio operations.
Association for New Canadians
Volunteer
Support newcomer settlement and integration services.
Rainbow Riders
Rainbow Riders
Our facility is supported by a dedicated group of over 200 volunteers! We are always looking for energetic and motivated individuals to help us facilitate therapeutic riding lessons, barn chores, fundraisers, and odd jobs around the stable. No horse experience needed.
SPCA St. John's
Volunteer
Animal care and shelter support volunteer opportunities.
Business and Arts NL
Volunteer
Support arts and business sector initiatives.
St. Lawrence Thrift Store
St. Lawrence Thrift Store
Do you like thrifting? Got a child needing great volunteer hours? OR: Do you just want to hang out with the coolest volunteers EVER?!?!
St Lawrence Thrift Store (1824a Portugal Cove Rd…just 10 minutes past the airport) is welcoming new Volunteers. We have lots of scheduled times to pick from, but right now would most love to hear from people available for Saturday afternoons from 2-5 pm, and/or Thursdays from 6:30-8 pm. Ages 12 to 120!
Arts and Aging Network
GrandPals Volunteer (55+)
Intergenerational volunteer program connecting older adults with younger generations through storytelling and relationship building.
Nature NL
Volunteer
Support conservation and nature education projects.
Girl Guides of Canada NL
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer leadership and program opportunities with Girl Guides.
March of Dimes Canada
Hospital Peer Volunteer
Peer volunteer opportunity in Atlantic Canada.
City of St. John's
Volunteer Opportunities
The City of St. John's welcomes residents to volunteer with us. We value all volunteers and realize they are an integral part of our programs and services. Our goal is to provide a positive volunteer experience to encourage lifetime volunteers.
BGC Botwood
Volunteer
Volunteer with Boys and Girls Club programs and activities.
Canadian Blood Services
Volunteer
Support donor services and community outreach activities.
Ronald McDonald House Newfoundland and Labrador
Volunteer
Supports families through hosting, cooking, events and other volunteer roles.
Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra
Volunteer
Support concerts and orchestra activities.
Bicycle Newfoundland and Labrador
iBike Camp
iBike Camp is looking for volunteers.
The next camp is this coming Sunday, September 20th, from 1-4pm @ The Fortis Canada Games Complex
SPANL
Volunteer Opportunities
SPANL is incredibly thankful and appreciative to its many volunteers who contribute daily to the operations and success of the organization.
BGC Norris Arm
Youth Volunteer Training Program
Youth volunteer development and training opportunity.
CPAWS Newfoundland and Labrador
Volunteer
Support conservation, outreach and environmental initiatives.
The Gathering Place
Volunteer
Assist with community meals, programs and support services.
Jimmy Pratt Memorial Outreach Centre
Jimmy Pratt Memorial Outreach Centre
Interested in gaining volunteer hours? The Jimmy Pratt Centre is seeking individuals to assist with our community breakfast program (Monday mornings), seniors program (Thursday afternoons), and our soup kitchen (Friday afternoons).
Habitat Restore
Habitat ReStore, St. John's
The Habitat for Humanity Newfoundland and Labrador ReStore is looking for volunteers!
With flexible hours and a variety of roles, you can help in the way that works best for you, from assisting customers and organizing stock to helping with donations, admin tasks, and more.
Trans Support NL
Volunteer
Support events, peer support and community programs.
Whale Release and Strandings NL
Volunteer
Assist with marine animal response and strandings network activities.
BGC Gander
Volunteer
Volunteer with Boys and Girls Club programs and activities.
Heart and Stroke
Volunteer
Community volunteer opportunities supporting Heart and Stroke.
Community Youth Network (CYN) Grand Bank
Youth Board Member
Youth representatives sought to serve on the board and support organizational governance and youth leadership.
St. John's Status of Women Council
Volunteer
Support programs, meals, facilities and community services.
1st St. John's West Scout Group
1st St. John's West Scout Group
Our Beaver Colony and new Cub Pack are looking for adult Scouters to help deliver fun, meaningful activities, weekly meetings and camps. No previous Scouting experience is required.
We’re also welcoming new youth members in Kindergarten through Grade 5.
Bridges to Hope
Volunteer
Support food security and community programs.
Alzheimer Society of Newfoundland and Labrador
Volunteer
Support programs and services for people living with dementia.
Easter Seals NL
Volunteer
Supports programs, events and disability awareness initiatives.
MUN
Student Volunteer Bureau
One of the many things the SVB provides to students is a referral service. That means we help you find a volunteer position that meets your needs and interests, then you contact the organization to get started!
SPCA Baccalieu Trail
SPCA Baccalieu Trail
Are you a pet lover who's looking to make a difference in the lives of cats and dogs in your community? The SPCA Baccalieu Trail is currently recruiting volunteers to join our Fundraising Committee
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