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Be a Volunteer

Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada is an organization that has a rich history of volunteerism.  From its inception, the organization has relied on the contribution of volunteers right across the country to help us advance our mission. 

 

We have a number of dedicated and committed volunteers across Canada that assist us in a number of different ways. If you would like to become a volunteer please contact us to find out about opportunities available in your community. There are many opportunities to utilize your talents with a time commitment that works for you.

 

Click on the button to the left to view a streamed video about the important role volunteers play at Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada (opens with Microsoft Media Player). Volunteers are our most valuable resource in helping those affected by a brain tumour.

 

The following are ways in which you can help in 2010:

 

SUPPORT SERVICES

Support Group Facilitator (national)
The Support Group Facilitator directs the process of the meetings, helps the group discuss an issue, make a decision, or solve a problem. The Facilitator also selects appropriate topics for discussion and/or arranges for a guest speaker and may provide assistance to group members looking for community resources.

Support Group Convenor (national)
The Support Group Convenor will call group members monthly to remind them of upcoming meetings, provide Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada with updated membership listings, ensure meeting room is set up and refreshments are made available.

BrainWAVE Committee Member (London, Vancouver)
Volunteers coordinate and are responsible for all details of each BrainWAVE event. They are required to ensure that location, budget, sponsorship, food and beverage, promotions of event and registration are in place with assistance from staff of Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada.

INFORMATION SERVICES

Resource Volunteer
Resource volunteers will work with our Health Information Specialist to ensure that Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada resources are readily available and in stock for patients in their local cancer centres, hospitals, doctor’s offices, libraries etc.

EDUCATION SERVICES

Information Day Volunteer (London, Calgary, Halifax)
Volunteer roles will vary upon position assigned. Areas of involvement could include set up and take down, registration, greeting guests and speakers, selling merchandise, organizing resource fairs, organizing the hats display, and various other opportunities at the conferences.

Education Session Volunteer (Locations vary)
Volunteer roles will vary upon position assigned. Areas of involvement could include set up and take down, registration, greeting guests and speakers, organizing resource fairs, organizing the hats display, and various other opportunities at the session.

COMMUNICATIONS & AWARENESS

Hats Tribute Volunteer (London only)
Volunteer will be responsible for the organization and maintenance of our Hats Tribute. This could involve some photography, cataloguing, laminating and online posting.

Awareness Display Volunteer
Awareness display volunteers will seek out and identify opportunities to display Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada materials in their local communities. Volunteers will set up and staff displays as required.

Volunteer Writer (as required)
Volunteers will work with Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada Communications Department to write articles on a variety of topics ranging from patient stories to volunteer profiles. Volunteers should have some writing experience.

FUNDRAISING & SPECIAL EVENTS

Spring Sprint Coordinator (national)
Volunteers will recruit committee volunteers, work with committee to oversee location and site logistics, entertainment, budget, banking, sponsorship, distribution of promotional materials, publicity, promotion, food & beverages, registration and volunteer training.

Spring Sprint Committee Member (national)
To assist the Coordinator plan, organize and implement a Spring Sprint walk-a-thon event in a specified city or region. Responsibilities include working with the local Coordinator, attend regular committee meetings, secure local sponsorship, manage day-of-event activities, follow up with local sponsors and volunteers after event, and communicate specific details with local Coordinator

Spring Sprint Day of Volunteer (national)
Volunteers will assist the Spring Sprint Coordinator and committee members with day of tasks. Responsibilities could include registration, route marshalling, assisting with silent auctions and food service.

FUND DEVELOPMENT

Foundation and Database Research Volunteer (national)
Volunteers will work with the Director of Development to identify and research funding possibilities for Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada.

ADMINISTRATION

Office Volunteer (London only)
Volunteers will answer phones, greet guests, send and receive couriers, prepare mailings, photocopy, fax and complete other tasks as required.

Data Entry Volunteer (London only)
Volunteers will work with Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada’s computer system, primarily Sage Software and Microsoft Office Applications, assisting with data input and output verification.

 

The volunteer department will work with you to determine the volunteer opportunity best suited for you.

• New volunteers will receive comprehensive orientation to Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada.

Full training and ongoing support will be provided to all volunteers.

Some positions will require a police check and vulnerable position screening.

 

Volunteer Application - Please click here to download your application and fax back to 519-642-7192.

 

Volunteer Profile of the Month - Please click here to view the accomplishments of one of our incredible volunteers!

Becoming a Volunteer
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please contact Jennifer McIntosh at 1-800-265-5106 extension 231 or email JMcintosh@braintumour.ca.

 

 

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