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Assist with swimming instruction at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex, under the supervision of aquatics staff. 

You must:

• be age 14 or older with a current Bronze Cross certificate
• be First Aid and CPR certified
• commit to the full session

We are not recruiting volunteers at this time. Come back mid-November to apply for the winter 2027 session.

Lumen is an annual all-ages festival featuring the work of artists combining light and technology with interactive displays throughout uptown Waterloo. We're seeking event helper volunteers age 16+ to assist with set-up, tear-down or as a festival assistant.

• date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
• location: uptown Waterloo

Tear-down shifts:

• must be available from 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
• must be 16+
• must enjoy working with the public, able to follow directions, have great communication skills and work independently 
• must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds (tents, tables, chairs, AV equipment) and may be required to assist artist's set up or tear down installations

Festival Assistant shift: 

• must be available from either 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. or 8 to 11:15 p.m.
• you will be required to hand out brochures, provide information and give directions at information booths
• you may also assist artists with installations and line ups
• you must be customer service focused
• your tasks will be assigned the day of the event at check-in
• this shift involves a considerable amount of standing and walking

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Help an older adult or adult with a disability shop for groceries. 

List shoppers shop from a list, deliver groceries to the client and help put them away.

We're seeking volunteers who:

• are friendly, reliable, caring adults who are 21+
• are available weekdays between 9 a.m .and 4 p.m. for 1 to 2 hours per week
• have a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle with a minimum one million liability insurance, an acceptable driving record, MTO Class G license for at least 4 years
• meet screening requirements

We will reimburse you for your mileage. 

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Help welcome visitors to the City of Waterloo Museum. Volunteers greet visitors and share information about exhibits, local history and attractions.

This is an in-person volunteer opportunity at the City of Waterloo Museum in Conestoga Mall.

Volunteers must:

• be age 18 or older
• be friendly and responsible
• have good communication and customer service skills
• be willing to learn and share information about our community with museum visitors
• be available Fridays from either 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 1 to 4 p.m.

This opportunity may be a good fit for people interested in or studying history, museum studies, education or recreation.

Apply by September 21, 2026

Help an older adult or adult with a disability by driving them to local appointments or community programs. We will reimburse you for your mileage.

Volunteer drivers - Waterloo Home Support

You must:

• be available for 1 weekday shift for a minimum of 3 hours per week, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
• be a friendly, dependable adult age 21+ with great communication skills
• have a valid MTO G driver's licence for a minimum 4 years and access to a reliable vehicle
• have access to a smartphone
• meet screening requirements
• we're also searching for drivers who speak additional languages

Volunteer drivers - Lunch program at the Community Pavilion

You must:

• be available on a Tuesday or Friday from 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to drive older adults with a disability to the Community Pavilion and back
• be a friendly, dependable adult age 21+ with great communication skills
• have a valid MTO G driver's licence for a minimum 4 years and access to a reliable vehicle
• have access to a smartphone
• meet screening requirements

Volunteer drivers - Senior day program

Help drive older adults from their home to the WMRC Community Pavilion from the WMRC Community Pavilion to their home in the afternoon.

You must:

• be available for afternoon pick ups on Mondays from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
• be a friendly, dependable adult age 21+ with great communication skills
• have a valid MTO G driver's licence for a minimum 4 years and access to a reliable vehicle
• have access to a smartphone
• meet screening requirements

  Apply now