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Volunteers make a difference in the lives of brain tumour patients and families, every day.

 

Current Volunteer Opportunities

 

Virtual Convenor (Young Adult Demographic)

For all inquiries, please email moneill@braintumour.ca with the position title in the subject line.

Support Group Convenor

      
Description of Duties:
  
The Volunteer Convenor works with the Support Group Facilitator to run support group meetings, ensuring they run as smoothly as possible by handling all logistical aspects of the meeting. This includes organizing and preparing meetings, acting as a liaison between the group and its members and attending the monthly virtual meeting. The convenor emails group members monthly to remind them of the upcoming meeting and provides BTFC staff members with updated membership listings. Strong computer and administrative skills are required for this role. The Convenor is supported by the Support Services Specialist at Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada and will be offered training and ongoing check-ins. Volunteers must be 18+ years of age and willing to undergo a vulnerable sector check.

Skills Required: 

This role is best suited to individuals who enjoy interacting with others and are comfortable communicating by email. A Convenor should also be comfortable co-facilitating meetings when necessary. The Convenor may be required to facilitate in the absence of the Facilitator and should commit to attending a minimum of 9 meetings a year. Larger groups may have more than one Convenor. Strong organization and interpersonal skills are also required. The appropriate candidate should be able to maintain and report on attendance lists, use email and Zoom, interact with others, and work as part of a team.

Time Commitment:

5-6 hours per month with some groups breaking over the summer.

A 1-year commitment is preferred.

 

Volunteers make a difference

Thank you to each and every volunteer who contributes to the effort to find the cause of and a cure for brain tumours – and to improve the quality of life for those affected. Everything that you do makes a difference in the lives of patients and families, every day. Please see our 2023 Volunteer Award Winners below.

Volunteer Award Winners

Hazel's Story of Volunteering

Hazel has been volunteering with Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada for almost three years, helping with administrative duties. In her own words, she describes her volunteer story with us.

 

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