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Published 9/10/25 4:53PM

2026 Summer Camp Volunteer - Richmond Hill: St Joseph CS

York Region Educational Services
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Richmond Hill, ON, Canada
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Can commit to at least 20 hours (half day 4-hour shift for 5 days)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Education
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check
    Age Requirement:
    12+

    Description

    Are you looking to turn your passion into purpose? York Region Educational Services (YRES) is dedicated to leading community volunteerism as a proud recipient of Canada's Volunteer Award, through providing a wide range of volunteer positions in communities in the Greater Vancouver Area, Greater Toronto Area, Alberta, and Ottawa. We are looking for 120 Summer Camp Volunteers—people who are devoted to giving back to their communities and making an impact.

    Summer Camp Volunteers will be responsible for:

    • Participating in fun and engaging activities with campers aged 5-12
    • Working in a team of 120 with other volunteers to support the curriculum delivery for over 120 campers
    • Creating a welcoming environment
    • Arriving at camp on time every day and sharing positive energy with everyone

    Location:

    📍Toronto: Terry Fox Public School (To be confirmed)

    📍Richmond Hill: Doncrest Public School (To be confirmed)

    📍Richmond Hill: Our Lady of Help Christians Catholic Elementary School (To be confirmed)

    📍Richmond Hill: St Joseph CS (To be confirmed)

    📍Markham: EJ Sand Public School (To be confirmed)

    📍Markham: Stonebridge Public School (To be confirmed)

    📍Markham: St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Elementary School (To be confirmed)

    📍Markham: Milliken Mills Library (To be confirmed)

    📍Markham: Unionville Library (To be confirmed)

    📍Markham: Markham Village Library (To be confirmed)

    📍Markham: Angus Glen Library (To be confirmed)

    📍Markham: Markham Office: 3100 Steeles Avenue East

    Date & Time:

    🗓️ July 2-Aug 14, 2026

    Shift 1: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (half day)

    Shift 2: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (half day)

    Shift 3: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Full day)

    Minimum one-week commitment is required.

    Benefits:

    • Volunteer hours count toward OSSD (High School Graduation)
    • Build transferable soft skills like leadership, teamwork, and communication
    • Gain experience and skills that are resumé-worthy
    • Free training
    • Free networking opportunities

    Location

    On-site

    St Joseph CS

    301 Roney Ave, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 2H4, Canada

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Who We're Looking For:

    ✔ Minimum age: 12

    ✔ Able to arrive on-time to the campsite or office location

    ✔ Passionate about working with children and in education

    ✔ Complete training before the camp start date

    ✔ Can commit to at least 20 hours (half day 4-hour shift for 5 days)

    ✔ Successful Vulnerable Sector check if over 18

    Bonus Skills:

    ✔ Previous experience working with children 5-12 year old

    ✔ Fluency/high proficiency in a language other than English

    We're looking forward to meeting you! Please submit your application at https://yorkeducation.org/volunteer/

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