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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 seven 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!
  • Volunteering
    The library has lots of great volunteer opportunities for teens. If you are interested, you can apply directly at your local branch.
  • Youth Advisory Groups
    If you are between the ages of 13 and 18 and you have ideas and opinions about what you would like to see happening at the Library or you just love to read, the YAG is the opportunity for you.
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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 Canada
    Canada’s site for information on volunteering
  • Volunteering for Work Experience
    Read an article by Lorraine Street, Executive Director, Volunteer Ontario
  • Youth Canada Volunteer Work
    Work without pay? Yes! Volunteering may be one of the most valuable experiences of your life.
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