Volunteering

Help us celebrate Oshawa's 100th anniversary!

Volunteer applications are now open!

The 2024 Event Season is shaping up to celebrate not only our incredible community, but the 100+ anniversary of the City of Oshawa. In the coming year we’re looking to highlight our cherished City of Oshawa memories, all while making new ones. 

We need your help!

Looking for a fun and interactive volunteer experience?
Want to engage with our community in a variety of different ways, in roles that include positions such as:

Event Greeter
Wayfinding / Usher
Survey Ambassador
Activation Ambassador
Rewards Assistants
Administrative Support

New for 2024:

Centennial Ambassador

Opportunities include community facing positions, working in teams and stationary or roaming positions. If you’re interested in any of these opportunities, let’s connect!

City of Oshawa Event Volunteers experience:
Connection - First hand interactive experiences engaging with residents from diverse backgrounds working towards a common goal
Growth – Gain valuable Municipal Government experience, build self-esteem, confidence and leadership skills as you begin your work life, are new to the community or look to increase your community involvement
Development – Learn new skills, exposure to new community initiatives, gain knowledge which may benefit others, while gaining professional experience
Support – Be a part of bringing the community together creating positive City of Oshawa experiences. The City of Oshawa values volunteers and are committed to support their success (including approved high school community hours)
Flexibility - Flexible and/or occasional commitment, no minimum hours required
Teamwork – Meet up and engage with like-minded individuals and residents, build camaraderie – creating new bonds while strengthening the community
Positivity – Giving back provides a valuable impact to the community – the Events department values the support of each and every event volunteer involved

In 2024, the City will look to celebrate and promote the many fascinating initiatives surrounding the Centennial year, which includes celebrating with partners and organizations within our community. Let’s share everything there is to do in Oshawa to celebrate this milestone anniversary. Who wants to help us celebrate?

Event Volunteer locations include:

City of Oshawa activities and events take place in various in-door and outdoor locations throughout Oshawa including (but not limited to) Downtown Oshawa, Memorial Park, Lakeview Park and various City of Oshawa Recreation & Community Centers to name a few.

Volunteer requirements:

Minimum 15 years old, with no age limit! Those 15-17 years of age, a guardian's consent is required
Interested in the community, personable, enjoy interacting with people face to face (some quiet/independent opportunities available) and reliable
Possess critical thinking skills, able to problem-solve with minimal supervision and capable of attending pre-assigned mandatory trainings with a commit of volunteering at a minimum of three (or equivalent of 20 hours per year) events.
An asset: Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Volunteers are the keystone to successful events within the City of Oshawa. We value and appreciate every envelope stuffed, table and chair set up, wayfinding assistance and activity engagement. Consider a rewarding experience with a volunteer opportunity with the City of Oshawa.

Successful volunteer candidates are required to attend a mandatory in-person orientation. For questions, please email [email protected].