PURSUITS 2011! - Business Education Council of Niagara

MAINSTREAM
Mainstream is a not-for-profit organization that
supports adults with a developmental disability.
The goal of Mainstream is “that all people are able
to develop their full potential as individuals with
respect and dignity, enjoy integration in the community
and have the opportunity to prepare for the future.”
Please visit our website for additional information at
www.mainstreamservices.com.
Ph: 905-934-3924
MEALS ON WHEELS, PORT COLBORNE, INC.
To offer meal services to convalescents, the elderly,
persons with disabilities, or caregivers in the Port
Colborne/Wainfleet area. These services include:
noon hour deliveries of hot meals Monday
through Friday, weekly deliveries of frozen meals
and a monthly lunch-out program. Volunteers
go out for deliveries in pairs and drivers use their
own vehicles. An interview and screening process is
required for all potential volunteers.
Contact: Leslie Kennedy
Ph: 905-835-1581
Address: 260 Sugarloaf Street,
Main 4 East, Rm. 11
Port Colborne, On L3K 2N7
E-mail: pcmow@bellnet.ca
NIAGARA SUPPORT SERVICES
Niagara Support Services is a non-profit organization
providing support and services to people with special
needs in Niagara through a host of programs and
services including residential, family support, preschool
and day services. Please call for information on student
placement or volunteer opportunities.
Contact: Nancy Mills
Ph: 905-384-3127
E-mail: nmills@ntec-nss.com
NIAGARA TRAINING & EMPLOYMENT AGENCY
(NTEC)
NTEC is a non-profit organization that empowers
people with special needs to participate more fully in
community life. Our programs offer participants life
skills training and the opportunity to work towards
sustainable competitive employment. NTEC work
programs include: Grounds Maintenance, Landscaping,
Greenhouse, Food Services, Bill Delivery and
Custodial Services.
Please call for information on student placement or
volunteer opportunities.
Contact: Nancy Mills
Ph: 905-384-3127
OPEN ARMS MISSION
Serving lunch for people in need. Community Service
Hours available: Saturdays from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
Contact: Tim Albrecht
Ph: 905-788-3800
PROJECT S.H.A.R.E.
Project S.H.A.R.E. helps people who live on a low
income in the city of Niagara Falls through programs
that involve and assist with providing basic needs.
Volunteers are needed to help us provide assistance
with emergency food, a food cooperative participation
program, utility, prescription, transportation and
housing. Volunteers help with our nutrition education
programs by helping care for a community garden and
a cooking program. Volunteers are also needed to
register families for the Christmas basket program.
Contact: Jo Low, Volunteer Coordinator
Ph: 905-357-5121
E-mail: jo.l@projectshare.ca
Web: www.projectshare.ca
REDEEMED GOODS
A division of Open Arms Mission, Redeemed Goods
provides new & gently used clothing, appliances,
electronics, and furniture at prices that are affordable.
Community service hours are available.
Ph: 905-735-8624
UNITED WAY OF NIAGARA FALLS
UNITED WAY OF GREATER FORT ERIE
To raise funds to meet vital community needs.
Contact: Mrs. Carol Stewart-Kirkby
and Mr. George Ahern
Ph: 905-354-9342
YWCA NIAGARA REGION
The YWCA Niagara Region programs and services
are directed to the development of women of all ages
and their families. The primary objective is to increase
the overall health in our community by providing a
safe haven for homeless women and their children; to
improve the overall quality of life for women and their
families; to increase volunteer participation; therefore
increasing its efficiency and providing volunteers with
the opportunity to expand their range of experience.
Volunteer positions available include:
• Front desk reception
• Clerical
• Kitchen
• Housekeeping
• Grounds keeping – grass cutting, weeding,
shovelling snowSpecial Events & Fundraising
• Children’s camp counsellor
• Other services required on an as needed basis
Ph: 905-988-3528 ext. 244
E-mail: ctaylor@ywcaniagararegion.ca
HEALTH-RELATED
ALZHEIMER SOCIETY NIAGARA REGION
Learn about Alzheimer Disease and provide social
opportunities for individuals living with Alzheimer
Disease or a related dementia. Our student volunteers
will have training prior to visiting clients in the
community. Other volunteer opportunities include:
helping with awareness displays, public events,
special events and fundraising and office support.
There is an opportunity to suit everyone who is
interested. Call for a rewarding and meaningful
volunteer experience.
Contact: Dawn Tuckwell
Ph: 905-687-3914
E-mail: dtuckwell@alzheimerniagara.ca
Web: www.alzheimerniagara.ca
ARTHRITIS SOCIETY
Our Programs include: the Arthritis Rehabilitation and
Education Program, the Arthritis Self-Management
Program and the Chronic Pain Management Workshop.
We also raise funds for research to find the cure for
the over 100 forms of arthritis. Call or e-mail about
volunteer opportunities.
Ph: 1-866-273-2229 ext. 25
Fax: 1-866-273-4440
Address: P.O. Box 20029,
9 Pine Street North, Thorold, ON L2V 5B3
E-mail: lanstruther@on.arthritis.ca
CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY
Share your experience! Learn new skills! Build a
resume! Make valuable contacts! Whether it’s providing
office support, knocking on doors in April, taking a
leadership role, or helping those living with cancer, we
have an opportunity for you! Join our team! It’s good for
you and it’s great for others in the community!
Contact: Ms. Tanya Nixon
Ph: 905-684-6455 (Niagara Region)
Ph: 1-877-220-3099
E-mail: tnixon@ontario.cancer.ca
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CANADIAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
The Canadian Diabetes Association leads the fight
against diabetes by helping people with diabetes
live healthy lives while we work to find a cure.
To get involved, simply complete an online application
form and a Volunteer Development Coordinator will
contact you.
Web: www.diabetes.ca
CANADIAN NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR THE BLIND
(CNIB)
CNIB: vision health, vision hope. CNIB is a nationwide,
community-based, registered charity committed to
research, public education and vision health for all
Canadians. CNIB provides the services and support
necessary for people to enjoy a good quality of life
while living with vision loss. Quite simply, without
volunteers, there would be no CNIB. Won’t you join us
For more information or to find a position that’s right for
you, call the number below or visit CNIB’s website.
Contact: David Wallis
Ph: 1-888-275-5332 ext. 5304
E-mail: david.wallis@cnib.ca
Web: www.cnib.ca
COMMUNITY LIVING PORT COLBORNE
CLPC offers after school programs for all children of
Port Colborne. Volunteers must like to coach sports, do
art & crafts, tutor in mathematics, reading and writing,
and play with children.
Contact: Rita Smith, Youth Programs Coordinator
Ph: 905 835-8941 ext. 135
E-mail: rsmith1162@hotmail.com
COMMUNITY LIVING ST. CATHARINES
Assists people with intellectual disabilities in having
the opportunity to participate in all elements of living in
the community. Volunteer positions
include: Leisure Buddies, Day Program Assistants,
and Special Events volunteers.
Please visit our website at www.clstcatharines.ca to
find out more information on how to become a
volunteer or have a student co-op placement with us.
Contact: Rebecca Hedge, Volunteer Coordinator
Ph: 905-688-5222 ext. 276
Email: bhedge@clstcatharines.ca
HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION OF ONTARIO
Do you want to:
• Give back to your community
• Practice your skills and learn new ones
• Expand your network of associates and friends
• Gain experience to improve your educational
or career options
• Support a relevant cause
If YES, become part of a team of volunteers and staff
that raise funds for heart disease and stroke research
and promote health in the community. For more
information on volunteer opportunities, please contact
the Niagara Office at the number below.
Ph: 905-938-8800
MS SOCIETY OF CANADA, NIAGARA PENINSULA
CHAPTER OF HOPE
The MS Society of Canada, Niagara Peninsula
Chapter of Hope, helps families learn to live with
Multiple Sclerosis. We provide essential services
that help people with MS retain their independence
and quality of life and raise money for research that
provides hope for their future. For information on
volunteer opportunities, please contact the
number below.
Ph: 905-937-7772