Why Volunteer?
Of course all students aiming for an OSSD are required to complete 40 hours of community service but there are several reasons to go above and beyond:
- gain experience and develop new skills
- enhance your profile for scholarships and bursaries
- meet new people
- explore career possibilities
- help worthwhile community groups
When Can I Volunteer?
All volunteer hours must be completed after school hours or on weekends or vacation. You may not earn volunteer hours during class time.
What qualifies?
Many different activities will qualify. If in doubt, check with Student Services or your principal:
- fundraising for a registered charity or non-profit group
- assisting in a political campaign
- assisting an elderly neighbour with household chores such as snow shovelling
- coaching or tutoring
What doesn’t?
- job shadowing or co-op
- anything that is normally done by paid employees
- dangerous work such as mining or logging activities
- chores or family duties
