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Group Volunteer Application

Please fill out the following information so we can find a volunteer opportunity that’s right for your group. After you’ve filled out this form we’ll schedule a time for you to meet our Volunteer Coordinator. If you have any questions about this application, please contact our Volunteer Services Department at 613-234-1144 x. 338 or volunteer@ottawamission.com
  • Organization

  • Contact / Group Representative

  • Name, Address and Email of Group Members

    For example: John Doe, 35 Waller Street, Ottawa Ontario K1N 7G4, john@gmail.com
  • NameAddressEmail 
  • Volunteer Opportunities

    The Ottawa Mission requires individuals to be at least 18 years of age to volunteer in all departments, with the exception of Food Services. Food Services volunteers can be 16 years of age or older, or 14 and 15 years of age if accompanied by a guardian.
  • Volunteer Confidentiality Agreement

  • As a volunteer of The Ottawa Mission, I understand that I may have access to confidential information, both verbal and written, relating to clients, volunteers, donors or staff and the organization.

    I understand, and agree, that all such information is to be treated confidentially and discussed only within the boundaries of my volunteer position with The Ottawa Mission.

    I also agree not to discuss these same matters after I have left my volunteer position at The Ottawa Mission. I further understand that breach of this agreement shall constitute grounds for and may result in termination of my volunteer status with the organization, except where such disclosure is consistent with stated policy and relevant legislation.

    Please sign below to indicate your acceptance and agreement with the terms outlined above.
  • Volunteer Guidelines

  • Relationships    

    • Volunteers are encouraged to maintain a high standard of integrity and professionalism when relating with clients (clients are defined as any person who benefits from any programs of The Ottawa Mission).
    • Volunteers are not to spend time alone with one client.
    • Volunteers are not to initiate or allow physical contact with clients.    

    Information    

    • Volunteers are asked not to share personal details such as home address or phone number with clients.
    • All personal information about clients is strictly confidential except when he/she shares information about matters with legal consequences such as someone being in danger or endangering others. In this case, volunteers must report the information to the staff person in charge.    

    Conduct    

    • Our programs are violence-free and drug-free environments. Volunteers are not to drink, use drugs or carry any type of weapons on site.
    • Harassment of any kind is not permitted. 
    • The Ottawa Mission is not responsible for the personal property of volunteers.
    • Volunteers are not to engage in a private transaction involving gifts, services or money with any client. Any gifts should be directed to or channeled through the organization. Volunteers may not accept money or gifts from clients for services rendered.    
    • Volunteers are not authorized to use The Ottawa Mission phones, supplies and equipment for purposes not specifically related to the volunteer opportunity.   

    Dress Code   

    • Volunteers must wear clothing that is deemed modest by staff. Please do not wear midriff-revealing tops, short shorts, muscle shirts, etc.   
    • Closed toed shoes must be worn in the kitchen for safety reasons.
    • Clothing worn by volunteers must not portray drugs, sexual or violent themes.   

    Outside Activities   

    • Volunteers are not authorized to identify themselves with The Ottawa Mission, or attempt to use their position to gain credibility for political purposes or illicit personal gain.


  • *Please note, you will get an email from us once you submit your application. However, depending on your spam filter, our reply may end up in your junk folder. If you don't see our reply, please check your junk folder. Thank you.
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