Youth Volunteering

Do you want make our events extra special? Come on board as a volunteer for our annual events.

There's always a lot to do in preparation for and during an event.

If you're a student, this is a great way to earn your community service hours and network within the community!

Check out our Special Events volunteering webpage for all current opportunities to volunteer with us.

Opportunities Available Year-Round

As a volunteer, you gain valuable work experience and the opportunity to learn new and develop skills and earn discounts towards aquatic courses all while having fun.

Get involved. Meet new people and make a difference in your community and in someone's life.

For more information, please contact the Aquatics Division.

Aquatic Volunteers must be a minimum of 14 years of age, have Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid Certification to work in Aquatics.

The Youth Engagement Committee (Y.E.C.) is a group of youth aged 12 to 17 years who serve to guide and advise Youth Staff on appropriate programs, special events, and services for youth in the Town of Aurora. Learn more about our Y.E.C. group.

Age: 13 to 14 years
Participants must be the minimum age by December 31 of the year they are participating in the program.

A two-week program that introduces teens to leadership development through our summer camps. During the first week of the program, participants will be in-class with instructors for volunteer training. Topics will include basic information on program planning, effective behaviour management for children, games, songs, policies and procedures. For the second week, participants will be placed in one of our camp programs as volunteers. Camp staff will work with L.I.T.s throughout the week, introducing them to the camp environment, mentoring them in camp situations, providing feedback and evaluations, and encouraging them to play a vital role in the camp program. L.I.T.s will be expected to act as role models to campers, being respectful and responsible.

Note: There is a cost associated with this program.

Age: 14 to 15 years
Participants must be the minimum age by December 31 of the year they are participating in the program.

This is the next step in your leadership training! Participants begin with a full in-week camp that includes Standard First Aid and CPR C certification, advanced leadership development, behaviour management strategies, and training in camp policies and procedures. The week also features hands-on experiences such as swim sessions, site visits to other camps, and opportunities to learn about trips and special guest programming.

Following this training week, participants will have the opportunity to complete two placement weeks in a camp setting. During these placements, they will assist camp groups, support staff teams, and continue to be mentored by experienced leaders. Each participant will receive an evaluation at the end of their placement, recognizing growth and readiness for future leadership opportunities. C.I.T.s are expected to act as positive role models to campers, demonstrating respect, responsibility, and the skills gained through this enhanced program.

Note: There is a cost associated with this program.

Camp Placements

After registering for this camp, participants will receive an email with the link to register for their volunteer placement weeks (limit of 2 weeks). Participants must also register for volunteer placement weeks.

Placement week registration emails will be sent out weekly on Friday’s.

Camp placement locations will be confirmed on the Thursday before each in-camp session via email. All C.I.T.s will be required to participate in camp swims and water play. Participants must turn 14 years old by December 31. No other exceptions will be made.

• C.I.T.s must provide their own transportation to and from program locations.
• C.I.T.s must bring a nut free lunch, refillable water bottle and sunscreen daily.

The Thursday before your participant begins camp, Town staff will send an email with all the information you need to prepare for camp.

• All volunteers will be required to participate in camp swims and water play occurring at their placement. If participating in camp swims, volunteers will complete a swim test overseen by Town of Aurora lifeguards.
• Camp placement and locations will be confirmed on the Thursday before each in-camp session via email by 6 p.m.
• Returning volunteers and C.I.T. participants are responsible for registering for their volunteer weeks via e-PLAY. Registering for a training session does not guarantee a volunteer placement.
• Volunteers must provide their own transportation to and from program locations.
• Volunteers must bring a nut free lunch and snacks, refillable water bottle and sunscreen daily.
• All volunteers will be provided with a Letter of Community Service at the end of the summer that confirms their total volunteer hours and general duties.

Record of Community Service Hours

Volunteers are responsible for making sure they get their Community Service Hours forms signed by staff either during their placement or after their placement has ended. Personal information (e.g. name, school, email, and dates of volunteer programs) must be completed before forms are given to Town staff to sign off on hours. During camp, volunteers can choose one of the following options:

1. Hand volunteer forms into camp staff at their placement location. Forms will be signed by onsite staff and returned by the end of the week.
2. Drop volunteer forms off at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex (135 Industrial Parkway North, Aurora, ON, L4G 4C4, Attention Youth Division). Volunteers will be emailed once the form has been completed. Please allow up to one week for processing.

After camp has ended in the summer, community service forms will not completed on the spot. Volunteers must drop off forms at the address above or email them to the Youth Division

Required Forms for C.I.T.s

Volunteers are required to complete a Volunteer Information Form & Waiver and a Self Declaration Form for Individuals Working with Vulnerable Persons prior to attending training. During completion of the Volunteer Information Form & Waiver, volunteers will also be asked if they want to complete an optional Photo Waiver. Parent/Guardian signatures will be required for participants under the age of 18 years. Copies of the forms will be provided to volunteers via email prior to their in-person training.