Volunteer program

Welcoming newcomers takes the entire community!  

Welcoming happens in many ways: 

• The way we greet and treat people; 
• The attitudes we hold; 
• The level of cultural competence we attain in the jobs we do; 
• Volunteering to make a difference in the lives of those who are new in our community; and 
• So much more.  

ECNWCI's role and how you can support us: 

In order to protect our clients’ privacy and rights, and to ensure that those helping are equipped to provide the best support possible, ECNWCI  has a formal process through which we screen our volunteers. You can read more about the process on our volunteer application page.  

Thank you for your interest.

A role just for you 

There are a variety of volunteer opportunities at the East Central Newcomer Welcome Centre Inc. Take a few minutes to browse through the areas listed below and learn about the different ways you can offer your time and skills. You will be able to check off the area of interest on the application form.  

Community connections 

• Out N’ About – Exploring Our Community: assist with visits to community facilities/events
• Connect Program: individual matching/mentorship to help newcomers settle in our community
• Special Event Volunteer: for example, Festival of Cultures, holiday events, theme or activity nights 

Newcomer support and services 

• Translator / interpreter  
• English language tutor 
• Computer skills tutor  

Programming 

• Workshop or event facilitation: for example, run a paint night, teach a sport, provide tour of community location, teach a skill  

Settlement Worker in Schools (SWIS) 

• Peer leader: Learn more about this opportunity or apply to become a Peer Leader.

Board of Director 

Exercise leadership skills by participating in the governance and strategic decision-making processes of the organization. Read the complete volunteer board member description. 

In order to protect our clients’ privacy and rights, and to ensure that those helping them are equipped to provide the best support possible, ECNWCI has a formal process through which we screen our volunteers.   

Step 1: Download the application package (or pick up the package at our office)  

• Volunteer application form  
• Volunteer agreement and oath of confidentiality
• Photo and Video Release form   

Step 2: Complete your forms  

Step 3: Submit completed forms to us 

• You can do this through email to ecnwcinfo@ecnwc.ca, mail or drop them off in person.  
• After you submit your completed forms, a member of our staff will be in contact with you to discuss your application.  

Step 4: Criminal record check  

Please wait until you hear back from us regarding your application form before submitting your criminal record check. Criminal record checks must be dated within six months of application submission and can be obtained by visiting your local RCMP detachment.   

We look forward to welcoming you to our volunteer team!