Volunteer Opportunities in Vaughan

Join Our Dynamic Board!Are you passionate about making a difference in the developmental services sector? Community Living Dufferin is a non-profit organization, dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities. We’re actively seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic community member to expand our volunteer Board of Directors. We’re seeking individuals with expertise in fundraising, marketing, social services, education, and other relevant areas to help advance our mission. Our FocusIn the upcoming year, our board will focus on implementing our Strategic Plan. We are looking for a board member who can contribute their unique perspectives and skills to help guide our organization in this critical phase. We value diversity in age, strengths, ideas, and backgrounds. A diverse board helps us better understand and meet the needs of the people we support, ensuring the visibility and viability of our services.ResponsibilitiesPrepare for and actively participate in board and committee meetings regularly.Assist with strategic planning and policy development.Participate in fundraising and community outreach activities.CommitmentApproximately 2-3 hours per month for board meetings in the evening, additional time for committee work and special projects.New Directors are elected for a three-year term.Meeting ScheduleMonthly Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month (except for July and August).In-Person & Virtual Meetings: September, October, April, May, and June.Virtual Meetings Only: November through March Members may attend virtually for all meetings.Why Join Us?Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, collaborate with a passionate and committed team, gain valuable experience in non-profit governance and strategic planning, contribute your expertise to a cause you care about.If you are ready to make a difference and bring your unique skills to our board, we would love to hear from you!Help us continue to create a supportive and inclusive community for everyone.

Why volunteer with us: Get hands-on training and facilitate real restorative justice circles with youth and families, mentored by staff who often started out as volunteersJoin a close-knit team that genuinely has each other's backs, this isn't just a volunteer gig, it's a communityBuild a foundation for a career in youth work, social work, education, or justice, with real connections across schools, community organizations, and justice partners Walk away with a reference and, when you're ready, a possible path to paid roles at Peacebuilders Help keep young people in school and out of the justice system, one circle at a time Be part of shifting how conflict gets handled in our communities, from punishment to repair About the role: Peacebuilders uses restorative justice to divert youth from the justice system and keep them engaged in school. As a Facilitator, you'll co-lead restorative circles with youth, families and schools across Toronto. What you'll do:Co-facilitate restorative circles with youth and families alongside a lead staff facilitator, moving toward leading your own once trained Prep for each session by reviewing case background and meeting briefly with staff beforehand Debrief after each circle to track outcomes and next steps for the youth involved Join partner schools on a rotating basis to support youth engagement activities outside of formal circlesWhat you bring: Some experience or strong interest in restorative practices, youth work, or facilitation Comfort working with youth from diverse backgrounds Reliability and a collaborative approach Commitment: Approx. 12 hours per month, flexible week to week, 10-month season, rolling intake with start dates year-round.