Ottawa Seniors Transportation Committee – Volunteer Community Members
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Volunteer Types: Communications and Marketing, Event planning and participation, Governance (Boards, Committees)
Organization types: Community and Social Services, Education, Public/Society Benefit, Research and Policy Development, Senior Citizens, Special Interests
Long term (6 months to a year)
Application Deadline: November 15, 2024
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Description

Are you interested in older adults and transportation issues? Do you like to learn about new and emerging transportation-related issues, read news articles, and surf the internet? Are you ready to be an advocate? We are looking for individuals who are ready to roll up their sleeves and make a difference!

We need your skills and would welcome you to apply for:

Ottawa Seniors Transportation Committee – meets once per month, 2nd Monday from 1:30 to 3:00
Pedestrian Safety and Walkability Sub-Committee – meets once a month, 1st Monday from 1:30 to 3:30

As a committee member, you would join a diverse mixed group of advisors and community members. The Transportation Committee is actively engaged in pedestrian safety and walkability, rural transportation, and older drivers.

If you have the desire to work on projects and support the development of written documents, we would love to have you join our team. Your interests in research, analysis, and writing for the purpose of informing, educating, and advocating for older adult transportation issues would be a welcomed addition to our committee.

French and English language skills would be an asset. We also recognize the diversity of the population we serve and encourage applicants who reflect this diversity.

How will this opportunity benefit the volunteer?
Develop skills Socialize Make a difference in yoru community
How will the organization benefit?
Support to implement the engagement activities of the committee
Volunteer location:
815 St. Laurent Blvd., #217 Most meetings held virtually or hybrid

Contact

Bonnie Schroeder
@The Council on Aging of Ottawa
613-789-3577
Ext: 3
Time it will take to contact applicants:
​over-3-weeks

Details

This position would be great for: Adults, Person with a disability or medical condition, Seniors (65+), Young Adults (19-24)
Number of Positions Available: 8
Good for people interested in: Communications and Marketing, Event planning and participation, Governance (Boards, Committees)
You will be helping with: Seniors

Volunteer Considerations

  • Suitable for community service hours
  • This position can accommodate persons with a disability
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