Get Involved at Environmental Defence Canada - Apply to be a Volunteer - Environmental Defence
Who We Are:
Environmental Defence Canada (EDC) is a leading Canadian environmental advocacy organization that works with government, industry and individuals to defend clean water, a safe climate and healthy communities. We work to safeguard Canada’s freshwater, stop urban sprawl, get toxic chemicals out of the products we use, clean up plastic pollution and transition Canadians from using dirty fossil fuels to modern, clean energy.
About the Role:
Your role as an EDC Volunteer will vary widely depending on which opportunities you choose to support. There will be opportunities to help out at in-person at events, like talks or movie screenings, or remotely, such as creating a Green Guide for your local community.
When you fill out our “New Volunteer” application form, you will be added to our volunteer database. Once approved, you will be able to see and apply for new opportunities posted on Environmental Defence Canada’s Vome homepage. You will also be automatically alerted to new volunteer opportunities as they arise, but have the flexibility to choose only those that are of interest.
If you are interested in particular environmental issues or topics, think of Vome as our “one-stop-shop” for all future volunteer postings! There will be opportunities to take action in different areas, like plastics, water, toxics, liveable communities and climate.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities will vary depending on which opportunity you choose, but could include helping out at events like clothing swaps or movie nights, hosting community conversations about environmental issues with your friends and family or contacting your local MP or MPP to advocate on an environmental issue.
Skills and Experience:
Skills and experience you gain could include public speaking, community engagement or event coordination. Some of our opportunities will open to high school students who need volunteer hours for credit. Whether you are shy or extroverted, interested in online or in-person events, there will be something for everyone.
Location:
Remote opportunities take place in your own home or community.
In person activities will occur in Toronto, Ottawa, locations in southern Ontario, Calgary or Edmonton. Location specifics vary and will be listed on each opportunity application.
To Apply:
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Visit our Vome homepage
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Click “Get Involved”
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Create a Vome Account
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Complete the New Volunteer application form
You’ll hear from us as soon as your application has been approved. Once you have been approved and added to our volunteer database you will be notified about, and eligible to apply for, new opportunities as they are posted. Visit our Vome homepage anytime to find out what’s new.
If you have questions, email us at: getinvolved@environmentaldefence.ca