Get Involved
WoodGreen is fortunate to have the support of thousands of volunteers who give their time and talent to improve lives in their communities. There are countless ways to get involved — whether it’s organizing recreational activities for seniors, supporting newcomers in their settlement journey, helping out at our weekly food bank or assisting with special events.
We have fun and rewarding opportunities for individuals, students and corporate groups. Find the role that’s right for you!
What are you looking for?
Individual Volunteers
Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Meet like-minded people? Build new skills and share your expertise? Consider joining the team at WoodGreen. Our volunteers come from all walks of life and share a passion for helping others.
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Internships & Student Placements
WoodGreen is committed to helping the next generation of community leaders gain the experience they need to drive social innovation and progress. We offer a limited number of college and university placements to students who are preparing to work in related sectors.
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Corporate Groups
Our Corporate Volunteer Program offers unique and meaningful team-building experiences for small and large groups. This is a chance for your team to gain a deeper understanding of local issues and work together to create positive change.
Learn moreVolunteers Impact
19,236
Clients served
740
Volunteers recruited
18,296
Hours of Volunteering contribution
20+
WoodGreen programs served
Students placement Impact
3,486
Clients served
84
Volunteers recruited
14,122
Hours of Volunteering contribution
22+
WoodGreen programs served
New & Updates
Testimonials
Our volunteers are the backbone of WoodGreen programs, read more about their volunteering experience and how it has impacted their life and the community they are serving.
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Newsletter
Know more about volunteer recognition testimonials, flash stories, latest updates and other interesting information from Volunteer & Student Services quarterly newsletter.
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Events
Volunteer & Student Services are organizing multiple events and training sessions for their volunteers and students, check out the upcoming events and contact us for more information.
Learn moreLatest News and Updates
18 May 2023
Personal Support Workers’ critical role in avoiding health care crisis
The task of keeping people from needing costly hospital visits in Ontario's already strapped healthcare system has fallen largely to PSWs.
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15 May 2023
From Our Experts: How to Find Home Care in Toronto
When caring for someone at home becomes too much, what care help is out there and where do you begin to find it? Our experts break it down.
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20 April 2023
A new WoodGreen seniors affordable housing project receives a $4 million boost, thanks to The Sprott Foundation
The Sprott Foundation announced it's giving WoodGreen a $4 million gift to go towards a new affordable housing development for seniors at 60 Bowden St. and to launch the WoodGreen Foundation's UNMET Needs Campaign.
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