The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) is looking for dedicated volunteers to be part of a new Conservation Areas Engagement Working Group.

This volunteer group will focus on strengthening community connections with the Conservation Areas managed by NVCA. Key objectives include supporting a variety of community engagement initiatives aimed at increasing public awareness and appreciation of natural spaces and their cultural heritage. Volunteers will play a vital role in building partnerships, fundraising, and developing outreach opportunities.

The working group’s efforts will primarily centre on activities at the Fort Willow Conservation Area and the Tiffin Centre for Conservation. Members will assist in shaping and organizing the future of the Festival at Fort Willow and providing additional support for the annual Spring Tonic Maple Syrup Festival. There may also be opportunities to contribute to future activities at Edenvale, Minesing Wetlands, Nottawasaga Bluffs, and Petun Conservation Areas.

Members will be:

• Creative, open-minded and collaborative;
• Passionate about nature, sharing knowledge and connecting people with the outdoors;
• Diverse, with a range of expertise;
• Innovative, and have ideas to connect people with nature;
• Able to identify opportunities to strengthen partnerships.

The following elementary school programs are always in high demand:
• More than Money (Grades 3-6) In JA's More than Money program, students are introduced to the intersection of financial literacy, entrepreneurship and social studies learning objectives. Throughout the program students will have the opportunity to think like an entrepreneur and develop business strategy and money-management skills that they can apply to a simulated business.
• Our Business World (Grades 5-6) In JA’s Our Business World program, students explore how businesses are created and what makes them thrive. Using games and multimedia, students learn about innovation, start-ups and self-employment
• Dollars with Sense (Grade 7) In JA's Dollars With Sense program, students get the vital tools they need to make smart financial decisions, live debt-free and become savvy investors. Students learn personal money management skills that they can apply to their lives, beginning now.
• Economics for Success (Grade 8) In JA's Economics for Success program, students take a closer look at the advantages of staying in school, as well as learn what’s needed to succeed in today’s workforce. Volunteers from the local business community partner with classroom teachers to help students see the link between education and achieving their goals.

Volunteers would be responsible for stocking shelves, cleaning the store, re-organizing items, aseembling product, and assisting customers. Volunteers who are interested should visit the website to register to volunteer. 
 
Volunteers must wear certified safety shoes, be capable of lifting up to 25lbs, able to stand for extended periods of time and be comfortable with 2-3 step instruction.

• Reconciling ledgers and bank accounts
• Preparing and filing government remittances
• Maintaining all company records in electronic accounting software (incl. posting general journals and bank reconciliations)
• Production of period end financial statements, including bank info, cash flow, profit and loss statements, and balance sheets
• Preparation of year-end packages for accountants, i.e. preparing trial balance, adjusting entries, reconciling accounts
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients
• Generate reports detailing accounts receivable status and aging report