Paws for a Cause is being held on June 20, 2026 from 11 am-4 pm, apply to volunteer by June 5, 2026

Description:
Volunteers will assist with the setup, execution, and takedown of Paws for a Cause, a Pet Walk-a-Thon fundraiser for Samaritan House. This is a fun, outdoor event supporting vulnerable individuals and families in Simcoe County. Volunteers will be assigned to a certain role, you will not be expected to do all of the duties listed below, those are the duties for all of the roles. 

Expected Activities:

• Help with event setup (tables, signs, water stations, etc.)

• Assist with participant registration and check-in

• Guide and encourage participants along the walking route

• Hand out water and refreshments to participants and pets

• Assist with event activities (games, raffles, prize tables, etc.)

• Answer participant questions and provide general event support

• Help with event cleanup and takedown after the walk concludes

Volunteers will lead a gentle functional fitness program designed for community members aged 55+

The purpose of the program is to:
• Increase and maintain strength, coordination, balance and flexibility
• Improve health and energy
• Improve mobility and independence
• Prevent falls and decrease falls risk
• Meet new people and socialize

A Volunteer House Legaue Coach supports a fun, inclusive, and positive soccer experience for players of all skill levels. The coach focuses on player development (led by our technical director), teamwork, sportsmanship, and creating a safe, enjoyable environment on and off the field. Commitment level is minimum 1-hour, 1x per week, but can increase based on the volunteers preference.    Roles: 

• Run weekly practices (provided by BSC) using age‑appropriate drills that develop basic skills such as passing, shooting, dribbling, and teamwork.
• Coach games by organizing lineups, ensuring fair playing time, and guiding players with encouragement and positive instruction.
• Model positive behaviour by promoting respect, sportsmanship, and fair play at all times.
• Ensure player safety by following club policies, monitoring equipment, and responding appropriately to injuries or incidents.
• Collaborate with other coaches and volunteers to support smooth game days, set up fields, and manage team logistics.

• Supportive of exercise being part of one's lifestyle

• Familiar with osteoarthritis of the hip and/or knee

• Be able to bend and squat repeatedly

• Be able to lift exercise equipment (pedal bikes, risers, chairs)

• Mon and Wed 1:15 to 3:45 pm and/or

• Mon and Fri morning 8:45 to 11:15 am

• Additional time may be helpful to assist those in need of computer registration with GLA:D Canada at BCHC

• Help Set up the area according to event, ie. Tables and chairs, or just chairs.
• Decorate room according to the event Ask staff what can be done.
• Knock on each resident’s door and invite them to the program.
• Help bring residents to area
• Help if needed for resident drinks and or snacks
• Support resident(s) to designated area. Take attendance and give to program staff.
• Help clean up area and place tables and chairs back to how was before