Swis-logo-transparent
Donate

Volunteer With Us

Make a difference. Grow as a leader. Give back to your community.

For students

Volunteering is more than earning hours—it’s an opportunity to grow as a leader, build lifelong skills, make meaningful connections, and create a positive impact in your community. The experiences you gain today can open doors to future educational and career opportunities while helping others along the way.

If you are interested in volunteering with us, please fill out the application and get in touch with a school settlement worker.
Apply to Volunteer

Ways to Volunteer

Students can volunteer in many ways with CCS SWIS, including:

Supporting school and community events

Becoming a peer leader or mentor for the Newcomer Orientation Week (NOW) Program

Assisting with youth workshops and community projects

Helping facilitate summer programs and activities

Welcoming and guiding newcomer students during events

Assisting with program setup, registration, and event logistics

Helping create social media content, posters, or promotional materials

Parents & Caregivers

Volunteering is a meaningful way for newcomer caregivers to become involved in their children’s school and community. It provides opportunities to build confidence, develop new skills, make social connections, and gain valuable Canadian experience. By volunteering, caregivers can strengthen their understanding of the school system, practice English, meet other families, and create a positive impact for students.

Whether you have a few hours to spare or can volunteer regularly, your time and talents make a difference.

Assisting at SWIS workshops, celebrations, and community events.

Helping set up and clean up before and after programs.

Preparing activity materials and welcome packages.

Supporting arts and crafts, games, and cultural activities.

Sharing your language skills by helping communicate with other newcomer families.

Helping welcome new families and making them feel included.

Assisting with food preparation and distribution during events.

Sharing your cultural traditions, experiences, and talents through presentations or activities.

If you are interested in volunteering with us, please fill out this application.  and get in touch with a school settlement worker.

Find your school settlement worker

For Schools

Retired teachers can support newcomer students through Newcomer Orientation & Bridge Programs, after-school homework and ELL support, parent and family mentorship, and workshops that help families navigate the school system.

  • Facilitate workshops, school tours, and family orientation sessions for NOW and WIN programs.
  • Provide English Language Learning literacy support, math tutoring, and academic coaching alongside SWIS staff.
  • Help families understand report cards, IEPs, parent-teacher interviews, and graduation requirements.
  • Help families understand report cards, IEPs, parent-teacher interviews, and graduation requirements.
Contact Us to Learn More