Become a Volunteer

Volunteer with the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC)

At the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC), we are committed to building healthy, inclusive, and vibrant communities in Western Ottawa. The dedication and enthusiasm of our volunteers are essential to our success. Volunteers work hand-in-hand with our paid staff to deliver a wide range of programs and services to community members of all ages. Whether providing leadership, administrative support, hands-on assistance, transportation, or more, our volunteers play a vital role in making a positive impact.

How to Get Involved:

We are excited about your interest in volunteering with us! To ensure we match your skills and interests with the right opportunities, please follow these steps:

  1. Explore Volunteer Opportunities
    Take a look at our current volunteer opportunities to see if something resonates with you.
  2. Complete the Volunteer Application
    Fill out the online volunteer application form through our MyImpactPage (our volunteer management software).
  3. Create an Account
    You will be asked to create a username and password to complete your application. Be sure to keep these credentials safe, as they will give you access to your volunteer profile, where you can track hours and access training resources.
  4. Interview
    After submitting your application, you’ll be invited for an interview with the Volunteer & Student Services Coordinator.
  5. Provide a Police Record Check
    As part of the application process, a current police record check is required.
  6. Complete Required Trainings
    You’ll need to complete all mandatory WOCRC training sessions to prepare for your role.
  7. Position-Specific Training
    After placement, you will attend an orientation and any additional training specific to your volunteer position.

Thank you for considering volunteering with the WOCRC. Together, we can make a difference in our community!

A Volunteer’s Perspective!

“Hi, my name is Graham. I’ve been a volunteer for many years. I enjoy volunteering and find it very rewarding. I do hope that I can continue to do this for many more years. I find the staff very friendly and helpful.”

“It gives me a great pleasure to be one of the many dedicated volunteers at WOCRC, such a worthy organization dedicated to helping people in their time of need especially during the pandemic. We need to help as much as possible because one day we might be asking for their help.” Maha

COVID-19 Vaccination requirements:

Volunteers with WOCRC must provide one of the three following options:

  1. Proof of COVID-19 vaccine administration as per the following requirements:
    (a) If the individual has only received the first dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccination series approved by the World Health Organization, proof that the first dose was administered and, as soon as reasonably possible, proof of administration of the second dose; or
    (b) Proof of all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by the World Health Organization.
  2. Written proof of a medical reason, provided by either a physician or nurse practitioner, that sets out both:
    (a) that the person cannot be vaccinated against COVID-19; and
    (b) the effective time period for the medical reason (i.e., permanent or time-limited).
  3. Proof that the individual has completed an educational program approved by WOCRC.

Employees (including staff, volunteers and students) who choose options 2 or 3 above, are required to perform rapid antigen testing at least 2 times per week in alignment with  provincial guidance, and provide verification of negative test results as specified by WOCRC (e.g.,in person on the worksite, remotely via email or app). Frequency of testing may change at the direction of the Ontario Chief Medical Officer of Health.

For additional information, please contact the Volunteer & Student Services Coordinator at 613-591-3686 ext. 280.

  • The WOCRC complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 (AODA) and the Accessibility Standards for Customer Service, Ontario Regulation 429/07. As mandated by legislation, all staff and volunteers are required to complete training on accessible customer services.