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Volunteer With CDCD
“I have never seen people like CDCD workers in my life, they are very kind and nice.” ~ Elham Mahmoodkhani
“Thank you so much for this wonderful opportunity to be a part of this event and even to be part of CDCD. I feel like I'm visiting my friends and family. You are doing such an amazing work and let me say that by volunteering, I'm not helping CDCD, I'm actually helping myself. I'm making friends here, I'm learning a lot from you, it is so wholesome to serve CDCD in anyway I can.” ~ Hira C
“I feel fortunate to be part of this organization. After retirement it was my wish to give back to the community. CDCD has given me the opportunity to stay connected and be of any service to the newcomers. I am there to help but they are also helping me. Wish them all the success!!!” ~ Volunteer
“I'm thankful to CDCD for all their support. I have no idea what I would of done without them. Truly thankful.” ~ Jonathan van Heerden
Volunteering and Student Placement Opportunities at
Community Development Council Durham (CDCD)
Volunteering is a great way to give back to the community, explore your passion and create a positive change in the world, while meeting people from different walks of life. Volunteers participating in our programs are just as diverse as the clients we serve.
There are three easy steps to become a volunteer:
- Fill out an online application form.
- Complete volunteer trainings.
- Our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you to explore program areas within CDCD.
Please note the application process typically takes four to six weeks. Due to the fluctuations in our requirements for volunteers and the suitability of applicants, we cannot guarantee that every applicant will obtain a volunteer placement.
- Volunteer training takes place three times a year, before each program season (i.e. Fall and Spring, Summer)
- If a volunteer misses the current training workshop, they will have to wait until the next training session
Volunteer requirements include:
- Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to apply;
- A satisfactory Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required for all volunteers
How do I get a Volunteer Vulnerable Sector check?
- Volunteers can apply for a Vulnerable Sector check through Durham Regional Police Services;
- Volunteers who do not live in Durham Region need to apply in the region in which they live;
- Vulnerable Sector checks are at a cost to the volunteer. CDCD will provide a letter once a volunteer has completed training which allows access to a discounted rate for the Vulnerable Sector check.
For placement students, if you are interested in a placement, please contact us.
Thank you for choosing CDCD as the agency to which you would like to contribute your time, energy and expertise!
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If you require this form in an alternative format, please contact CDCD’s Team Lead, Newcomer Wellness, Volunteer and Youth Services at
(905) 686-2661 ext. 134 or by email volunteer@cdcd.org.
