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Many job seekers are recognizing the value of volunteer work as a way to gain experience in their field or to try out a new occupation. Volunteer experience can round out your resume, give you a chance to learn new skills and meet new people who may be able to help you with your job search.

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  • Reading and Homework Club Tutors
    If you have strong academic skills and enjoy working with kids, consider volunteering at one of our twelve Reading and Homework Club programs. Kids gain confidence and improve their study skills and volunteers enjoy the satisfaction of helping kids learn.
  • Reading Buddies
    If you love working with children and are hoping to earn some volunteer hours over the summer, the Reading Buddies program is for you!
  • Teen Advisory Groups
    If you are between the ages of 13 and 18 and have ideas and opinions about what you would like to see happening at the Library or you just love to read, the TAG is the opportunity for you.
  • Visiting Library Service Volunteer Program
    Bring the love of reading and entertainment to those who are homebound.
  • Volunteering
    The library has lots of great volunteer opportunities for teens. If you are interested, you can apply directly at your local branch.
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  • Community Involvement Requirements for High School Students
    Information from the Hamilton Wentworth District School Board. As a part of the requirement for graduation, all students entering Grade 9 must complete a minimum of 40 hours of community involvement during their four years of secondary school in order to obtain an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
  • Energize, Inc.
    Energize, Inc. is an international training, consulting and publishing firm specializing in volunteerism. Founded in 1977, Energize has assisted organizations of all types with their volunteer efforts..
  • Volunteer at YWCA Hamilton
    YWCA Hamilton has a number of volunteering possibilities to suit the diversity of programming, membership and staff.
  • Volunteer Canada
    Canada’s site for information on volunteering
  • Volunteer Opportunities for Teens
    The library has lots of great opportunites for teens to earn their volunteer hours.
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