Volunteers

At this time, we are currently revamping our volunteer program and its processes to enhance a quality experience for patients, families, caregivers, and volunteers. If you are interested, APPLY HERE.

We ask our volunteers for at least 6 months-year commitment as the process to become a volunteer takes time.

Inter-generational Volunteers

Our volunteers help GGH provide the highest quality care and experience for patients and their families.

We are fortunate to have over 250 volunteers working together in over 20 different roles to create a positive and memorable experience in every interaction with patients, visitors and staff. Our volunteers contribute over 15,000 hours of their time each year to help provide the highest quality of care and experience for patients and their families.

Becoming a Volunteer

We are always looking for people to join us. The process to become a volunteer has many steps, which take approximately 6-8 weeks to complete after a successful interview. These steps are in place to ensure that each volunteer is safe to be in a hospital environment and has the appropriate training for each volunteer role.

Please plan ahead and apply several months before you hope to begin volunteering. Your volunteer shift will be on the same day, at the same time, in the same area every week.

Approximately 45% of our volunteers are adults, 45% are in university or college and 10% are in high school.

We offer a variety of commitment options so that there is something for everyone. There are many benefits to volunteering at GGH.

Age Requirement

You must be 15 years old to volunteer in the Courtyard Boutique and the Patient Visiting Program. You must be 18 years old to volunteer for any of our other volunteer positions.

Volunteers are asked to commit to one shift per week during the school year. Applications may be submitted between January – April 15 for a September start date.

May-August Volunteering

Volunteers are asked to commit to 1-2 shifts per week. Applications may be submitted between October – January 15th for a May start date.

July-August Volunteering

Volunteers are asked to commit to 2 shifts per week. Applications may be submitted between January – March 15 for a July start date.

Interested in Volunteering?

Read our FAQs or contact Volunteer Resources at 837-6440 x 2398 or email volunteers@ggh.lab.barking.ca