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Do you have a strong work ethic and are passionate about education and community programs? Be part of a non-profit organization and make an impact on students! Apply here: https://wkf.ms/3Drfx8L?submission_source=volunteer_toronto
About York Region Educational Services (YRES):
YRES is a not-for-profit organization that provides individuals in York Region and beyond with free and affordable educational resources in a safe and supportive environment that inspires, motivates, and helps set the foundation for personal growth.
About this opportunity:
York Region Educational Services (YRES) is hosting a volunteer fair on April 25, 2026! In collaboration with Ignite Fair, YRES will be bringing together a variety of organizations and booths to connect community members with exciting volunteer opportunities.
Location: YRES Markham office (3100 Steeles Ave East) + Thornhill Community Centre + Virtual
Pre-event shifts: 2h+ shifts Sunday-Thursday, minimum 20 hours commitment
During-event shifts: Saturday, April 25th 2026 at 1:30pm-6:30PM
After-event shifts: 2h+ shifts Sunday-Thursday, minimum 10 hours commitment
Responsibilities:
- Supporting the event promotion, including (but not limited to) graphic design, video creation, blog writing, and data analysis
- Assisting with booth setup and takedown and monitoring the event entrances and exits
- Tallying event attendance and signing attendees in
Benefits:
- Develop and enhance transferrable soft skills like leadership, teamwork, and communication
- Gain experience and skills that are resumé-worthy
- Free training
- Free networking opportunities
Requirements:
- At least 12 years old
- Able to independently arrive to work on time
- Passionate about volunteering and excited to learn
- Can commit to scheduled time of event
- Fluency in English
- Highly organized, detail-orientated and capable of managing multiple tasks
Assets (nice to have):
- Previous experience in event planning and coordinating
- Fluency/high proficiency in a language other than English
Thank you for your interest in our organization! We are a non-profit organization dedicated to providing cost-effective and accessible resources to the community. Our mission is to create a secure, nurturing space that inspires personal growth and fosters positive change.
To learn more, please visit our website at https://yorkeducation.org/.
We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free selection process. Applicants requiring accommodations during the interview process are encouraged to notify Human Resources when contacted for an interview. We look forward to your application.
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