Opportunities From: Municipality of Clarington

Volunteer: Community Museum Gardens Volunteer

Under the direction of the Manager of Heritage Services (or designate), volunteers will provide garden maintenance up to three days per week.

Duties:

Watering all flower beds and potted plants (hanging baskets, window boxes, urns) Cleaning up litter Digging, planting and weeding flower beds and borders Pruning shrubs Checking the health of plants by identifying any pests or diseases Maintaining high levels of presentation Cleaning and maintaining tools and equipment Maintaining the Memorial Rose Garden

Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age. Volunteer must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Check. Punctuality, attention to detail, cooperativeness and adherence to safety guidelines are imperative. Must be willing and able to do physical work and/or lifting items weighing up to 20lbs. Dress code and other professional standards must be adhered to. Confidentiality expected. Professional gardening experience is ideal, but volunteers must have some gardening experience.

Additional Details:

Volunteers will book their weeks of work in advance for the gardening season.

Depending on weather, volunteers may not be needed every scheduled day.

Must have own transportation.

Must be able to work well independently, with other volunteers and the public.

CSA approved steel toe boots are required to be worn while volunteering in the gardens.

This opportunity runs May-October, for selected weeks. Shift times are flexible but must take place Mondays to Saturdays between 9 am - 4 pm.

Organization: Clarington Library, Museums, and Archives

Under the direction of the Manager of Heritage Services (or designate), volunteers will provide garden maintenance up to three days per week.

Duties:

Watering all flower beds and potted plants (hanging baskets, window boxes, urns) Cleaning up litter Digging, planting and weeding flower beds and borders Pruning shrubs Checking the health of plants by identifying any pests or diseases Maintaining high levels of presentation Cleaning and maintaining tools and equipment Maintaining the Memorial Rose Garden

Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age. Volunteer must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Check. Punctuality, attention to detail, cooperativeness and adherence to safety guidelines are imperative. Must be willing and able to do physical work and/or lifting items weighing up to 20lbs. Dress code and other professional standards must be adhered to. Confidentiality expected. Professional gardening experience is ideal, but volunteers must have some gardening experience.

Additional Details:

Volunteers will book their weeks of work in advance for the gardening season.

Depending on weather, volunteers may not be needed every scheduled day.

Must have own transportation.

Must be able to work well independently, with other volunteers and the public.

CSA approved steel toe boots are required to be worn while volunteering in the gardens.

This opportunity runs May-October, for selected weeks. Shift times are flexible but must take place Mondays to Saturdays between 9 am - 4 pm.

Organization: Clarington Library, Museums, and Archives

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Postal Code: L1C 1T7

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Bowmanville

Earn volunteer hours at the library! We are looking for enthusiastic youth in grades 7-12 to join our new Teen Advisory Groups (TAG). TAG members will have a say in library programs and services for teens, assist with children's programs, learn leadership skills, and more!

Download the CauseConnect app to keep track of all your hours and opportunities!

Organization: Clarington Library, Museums, and Archives

Earn volunteer hours at the library! We are looking for enthusiastic youth in grades 7-12 to join our new Teen Advisory Groups (TAG). TAG members will have a say in library programs and services for teens, assist with children's programs, learn leadership skills, and more!

Download the CauseConnect app to keep track of all your hours and opportunities!

Organization: Clarington Library, Museums, and Archives

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Postal Code: L1C 1T7

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Courtice

Earn volunteer hours at the library! We are looking for enthusiastic youth in grades 7-12 to join our new Teen Advisory Groups (TAG). TAG members will have a say in library programs and services for teens, assist with children's programs, learn leadership skills, and more!

Download the CauseConnect app to keep track of all your hours and opportunities!

Organization: Clarington Library, Museums, and Archives

Earn volunteer hours at the library! We are looking for enthusiastic youth in grades 7-12 to join our new Teen Advisory Groups (TAG). TAG members will have a say in library programs and services for teens, assist with children's programs, learn leadership skills, and more!

Download the CauseConnect app to keep track of all your hours and opportunities!

Organization: Clarington Library, Museums, and Archives

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Postal Code: L1E 2H8

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Adult Reading Circle Volunteers

Newcastle Library 

Tuesdays, May 5 - June 9 (excluding May 26)

6:30pm-7:30pm

Do you enjoy reading and helping others build confidence? Join our Adult Reading Circle as a volunteer to help adult participants build confidence and comfort in reading.


As a volunteer, you will work alongside participants to support their reading journey. You’ll participate in short story discussions, share practical tips, and provide support in both a group setting and working one-on-one with learners to help strengthen their literacy skills. 

Organization: Clarington Library, Museums, and Archives

Newcastle Library 

Tuesdays, May 5 - June 9 (excluding May 26)

6:30pm-7:30pm

Do you enjoy reading and helping others build confidence? Join our Adult Reading Circle as a volunteer to help adult participants build confidence and comfort in reading.


As a volunteer, you will work alongside participants to support their reading journey. You’ll participate in short story discussions, share practical tips, and provide support in both a group setting and working one-on-one with learners to help strengthen their literacy skills. 

Organization: Clarington Library, Museums, and Archives

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: May 5, 2026 through Jun 9, 2026

Postal Code: L1B 1H5

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Repair Café Volunteer Fixers

Volunteers fixers are needed to facilitate repairs. Areas of expertise include: small appliances, furniture, computers, electronics, clothing, jewelry, book & paper repairs, garden tools and bicycles.

Volunteers will need to provide their own tools, CLMA will provide supplies as needed. Please put in the note field your area of expertise.

A Repair Café brings together people with items to repair and volunteer fixers with skills and tools to share. When you register for a timeslot please indicate the item you are bringing and we will confirm if your item is eligible.

Organization: Clarington Library, Museums, and Archives

Volunteers fixers are needed to facilitate repairs. Areas of expertise include: small appliances, furniture, computers, electronics, clothing, jewelry, book & paper repairs, garden tools and bicycles.

Volunteers will need to provide their own tools, CLMA will provide supplies as needed. Please put in the note field your area of expertise.

A Repair Café brings together people with items to repair and volunteer fixers with skills and tools to share. When you register for a timeslot please indicate the item you are bringing and we will confirm if your item is eligible.

Organization: Clarington Library, Museums, and Archives

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On May 9, 2026

Postal Code: L1E 2H8

Allow Groups: No