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Volunteer

Volunteer with Interval House of Ottawa

Your time and skills are invaluable to us. As a group or as an individual, learn how you can volunteer at IHO and make a difference for the survivors we support.

Volunteers

Corporate or Group Volunteers

Become part of a powerful movement by volunteering individually or as a group.

At Interval House of Ottawa, we recognize that our community's active involvement is indispensable to achieving our mission. We invite individuals and groups to join us in supporting women and children through volunteerism.

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We warmly welcome volunteer groups eager to dedicate a day to our cause. These activities are perfect for employee teams seeking rewarding experiences. Recent group initiatives have included:

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  • Yard maintenance

  • Spring outdoor cleanup

  • Storage room organization

  • Furniture assembly

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Individual Volunteer Opportunities

We have proudly relaunched our Volunteer Program for individuals! If interested, please complete the following application form. *It may take up to six weeks for us to process and reply to your application — thank you for your patience!

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Any questions? Contact Sarah, our volunteer coordinator, at: volunteer@intervalhouseottawa.org

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Volunteer Application Form

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Interval House of Ottawa (IHO). Our volunteers play a vital role in supporting the people who come to us for safety and support. Please complete the following application form carefully. All information is kept strictly confidential.

Personal Information

Are you 18 years or older?
Yes
No
Preferred Method of Contact
Phone
Email
Languages spoken

Availability for Volunteering

Please indicate your general availability

Areas of Interest

Please check the areas where you would like to volunteer

Skills and Experience

Do you have experience working with vulnerable or marginalized populations? While this experience is not required, it’s helpful for us to understand if you have had any exposure in this kind of an environment. Please share any relevant examples.
No
Yes (please explain)

Motivation and Alignment

Background Check and Confidentiality

All volunteers must undergo a Level 3 – Vulnerable Sector Police Records Check and sign a Confidentiality Agreement prior to placement.

Are you willing to complete a Police Records Check (Level 3 – Vulnerable Sector Check)?
Yes
No
How did you hear about us?

Declaration and Consent

Corporate/Group Volunteering with Kits For A Cause

Interval House of Ottawa Kits for a Cause Program

Looking for an engaging corporate/group volunteering or team building activity? Why not make a difference through our Interval House of Ottawa Kits for a Cause program.

 

Help assemble "care kits" for individuals in need. This program was developed specifically to accommodate groups of all sizes, whether you're volunteering with friends, family, colleagues, or on your own, from groups of 3 to 10,000, your contribution directly impacts our community. 

 

For more information, email us at info@kitsforacause.com or CLICK HERE to fill out the inquiry form, and the team will guide you through the process and ensure a seamless experience.

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