Recruiting New Immigrant Volunteers
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Volunteer Types: Information Technology, Mentoring, Teaching/Tutoring, Social Media, Companionship/Visiting
Organization types: Senior Citizens, Public/Society Benefit, Education
Long term (6 months to a year)
Application Deadline: November 22, 2024
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Description

Connected Canadians is a national digital inclusion charity that provides free technology training and support to Canadian seniors, fostering digital literacy skills and reducing isolation and loneliness.
Are you new to Canada, with a technology background, and looking for an opportunity to gain community connections and practice your English (and/or French)? Consider applying to be a technology mentor with us.

Please apply directly through our website via: https://www.connectedcanadians.ca/apply-newcomer-mentors

How will this opportunity benefit the volunteer?
Through partnerships with senior-serving organizations and technology companies, Connected Canadians provides one-on-one training, workshops, customized employee training and volunteering experiences. Many of our mentors are newcomers to Canada, highly skilled in technology, who benefit from the conversational opportunities and Canadian workplace experience, while senior clients feel pride and connection in welcoming these newcomers into our communities. By 2030, our goal is for all older Canadians to have access to free technology training and support. If you are selected for this role, you will receive training to help you teach older learners; Pending successful completion of your hours, you will receive an Internet stipend and a $500 honorarium. Testimonial “I consider myself very lucky to join Connected Canadians… [It] changed the “sad picture” that got stuck to my mind about getting a job in Canada. I can not thank this organization enough. It brought me back my confidence and empowered me to work harder and harder.” (Anonymous) New Immigrant Technology Mentor
How will the organization benefit?
There are thousands of seniors in Canada who need help with technology. By volunteering with Connected Canadians, you are helping to build a more inclusive society for everyone.
Volunteer location:
Greater Ottawa for in-person sessions. All over Canada for virtual sessions.

Contact

Tania Maljar
@Connected Canadians
Time it will take to contact applicants:
​1-6-days

Details

This position would be great for: Newcomers to Canada
Number of Positions Available: 17
Good for people interested in: Information Technology, Mentoring, Teaching/Tutoring, Social Media, Companionship/Visiting
You will be helping with: Seniors

Volunteer Considerations

  • Vulnerable sector check required
  • This position can accommodate persons with a disability
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