- Age requirement: volunteer must be a minimum of 18 years old
- Application for adult programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering with the City of Burlington provides an opportunity to gain experience, enhance or build skills and participate in the community.
We believe that volunteers are one of the greatest strengths of a community and a key factor in our success. By volunteering, you are making a positive impact in your community.
The City of Burlington offers a variety of volunteer opportunities
If you are interested in a volunteer role, you will need to create a profile and apply. If you are interested in more than one role, you will need to complete an application for each one.
Please note that not all applications will be accepted.
How to Apply to the City’s Volunteer Program
1. Submit your application
- Choose the volunteer area you wish to apply to (see volunteer opportunities below) and complete the online application.
2. We review your application
- City staff review all applications within 10 business days.
3. Get your application status
- We will email you with your status and any next steps (for example: provide certifications or complete training).
4. Provide documents and complete training
- You will need to upload any required documents and finish the mandatory training we assign.
5. Receive approval
- Once you meet all requirements, we approve your application and confirm your volunteer status.
6. Sign up for shifts
- After approval, log in to the volunteer portal to browse opportunities and sign up for shifts.
If you have any questions about volunteering with the City, please contact us by phone at 905-335-7777, ext. 7978 or by email.
Volunteer Program Opportunities
- Age requirement: volunteer must be a minimum of 18 years old
- Application for Advisory Committees
- Age requirement: volunteer must be a minimum of 18 years old
- Application for animal services
- Age requirement: volunteer must be a minimum of 13 years old with valid swimming certification
- Application for aquatics
- Age requirement: volunteer must be a minimum of 14 years old
- Application for camps
- Age requirement: volunteer must be a minimum of 14 years old
- Application for Community Panel
- Age requirement: volunteer must be a minimum of 14 years old
- Application for Canada Day
- Age requirement: volunteer must be a minimum of 14 years old
- Application for Food for Feedback
- Age requirement: volunteer must be a minimum of 14 years old
- Application for Touch a Truck
- Age requirement: volunteer must be a minimum of 14 years old
- Application for Santa Claus Parade
- Age requirement: volunteer must be a minimum of 21 years old
- Application for Tyandaga Golf Course
Personal information contained on the application forms is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act to apply for the various volunteer positions with the City of Burlington.
Information is being collected and used to administer the volunteer position application process and to determine requirements for the role.
Questions about this collection can be directed to the Manager of Engagement and Volunteers, City of Burlington.
Volunteer opportunities in the community
There are also volunteer opportunities available with other organizations in Burlington. Please contact an organization below if you are interested in volunteering.