There are many opportunities for the public to get involved with the City of Toronto throughout the year. The City actively encourages participation by its residents to make our city a better place for all to live, work, learn, and play.

Opportunity Interest Details
3Rs Ambassador Program Ecology Volunteers in apartments, condos and co-ops help promote the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle).
Animal Fostering Pets Volunteers open their homes to foster kittens and adult cats and dogs temporarily.
Cavalcade of Lights Social, Short-Term Volunteers for multiple roles are needed. Details to be confirmed.
Community Recreation Volunteer Social, Community, Sports, Recreation A variety of roles are available based on facility needs and season.
Community Stewardship Program Ecology Volunteers conduct ongoing maintenance and monitoring activities at various naturalization sites throughout Toronto Parks.
Cultural Centre & Art Gallery Volunteer Arts, Community, Recreation A variety of roles are available based on programming needs and season. Students welcome.
Digital Citizen Advisor Digital Services, Website, Apps Provide valuable feedback in developing the City of Toronto’s online services.
Doors Open Volunteer Social, Short-Term Volunteers for multiple roles are needed for a variety of shifts. Details to be confirmed.
Heritage Toronto Volunteers Social, Short-Term From May to October, you’ll volunteer to support walking tours, assist with special events, explore hidden gems, meet new people, and help bring the city’s stories to life.
Live Green Toronto Volunteers Environment Engage and educate residents on the City’s environmental programs and services.
Long-Term Care Home Volunteer Seniors, Healthy Aging General and specialized volunteering, student and corporate opportunities to support seniors at any of our 10 long-term care homes.
Neighbourhood Climate Action Champions Environment Inspire, motivate, and encourage other residents to support the City’s climate action strategy and reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions.
New Year’s Eve Social, Short-Term Volunteers for multiple roles are needed. Details to be confirmed.
Nuit Blanche Volunteer Social, Short-Term Volunteers for multiple roles are needed for a variety of shifts and locations. Details to be confirmed.
PetSmart Adoption Program Pets Volunteers care for cats up for adoption and provide adoption counselling for the public.
Trail Stewardship Events  Forestry, Short-Term Volunteers needed. Check page for more details.
Tree Planting & Stewardship Forestry, Short-Term Volunteers needed. Check page for more details.
Tree Planting Captain Forestry, Short-Term Help City staff deliver public tree-planting events.
Toronto History Museums Volunteer Tourism, Museum, History Various volunteer opportunities are available for high-school youth aged 14 to 18.
Volunteer with Toronto Animal Services Pets Various opportunities are available to assist with the care of shelter pets.