Volunteer Program

In keeping with the philosophy of the Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre, which is “We All Work Together To Help One Another”

Vision: To always be there to support our families in our community, and to give volunteers the opportunity to strengthen and support themselves in order for them to have a vision for their future.

Mission: To provide and promote volunteer opportunities to our community members in terms of empowering their gifts and strengths in order to gain a sense of belonging and involvement in their own community.

Opportunities: 

  • Greeting
  • Cooking
  • Kitchen Helper
  • Cleaning/Maintenance
  • Computer Monitors
  • Lawn Care/Yard Work
  • Arts and Crafts/Sewing
  • Community Event/Outings
  • Volunteer Committees
  • Cultural Ceremonies

What Volunteering Offers:

  • First Aid/CPR Training
  • Food Handlers Certificate Training
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
  • Code Of Honour Training

What Our Volunteers Say:

“It only takes one minute of your day to help someone “

“It makes you feel needed and appreciated”

“It takes away the feeling of isolation”

“It makes you more self-assured and leads to building your self-esteem”

“There is support here and you know you are being listened to”

“Didn’t know anyone could volunteer, once I knew I could, it made me feel needed.”

“It gives you a good feeling”

Who Can Be A Volunteer:

Anyone 18 years and older, and all volunteer applicants require: two pieces of VALID IDENTIFICATION to complete an Application, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check.