Youth Volunteer Connect

Earn volunteer hours that can be counted towards OSSD requirements

U+ Youth Volunteer Connects Program is funded by Canada Service Corps, a national movement that empowers youth aged 12 – 30 to gain experience and build important skills while giving back to their community. Learn more at www.canada.ca/en/services/youth/canada-service-corps.html

How does it work ?

Step to our Volunteer program

1. Sign up

2. Meet your advisor

3. Training

4. Inform your Advisor

Inform your advisor upon training completion

5. Volunteer

6. Advisor Follow-Up

Get free perks

free networking opportunities and access to volunteer conferences

Monthly free networking events allow you to enjoy a free lunch from Starbucks or Tim Hortons while making new friends. You are invited to the annual volunteer conferences and fairs!

free 1:1 training programs and free personalized skill development plans

Monthly free networking events allow you to enjoy a free lunch from Starbucks or Tim Hortons while making new friends. You are invited to the annual volunteer conferences and fairs!

What's in it for you?

Build Skills In ...

Leadership

Build leadership skills in practical environments!

Communication

Develop your communication skills alongside professionals in your desired field!

Teamwork

Work alongside mentors and fellow volunteers to create meaningful change!

Upcoming Opportunities

Annual Youth Fair

Attend our annual youth fair & conference to network with companies across the GTA

Networking Events

Attend our networking events to meet professionals and peers in your field

Are You Interested? Join Us!

Upcoming Network Events

Summer Jobs Q&A Session

May 8, 2026

May 29, 2026

June 26, 2026

In-Person Networking Sessions ☀︎

May Networking Session

May 21 · 4:00–5:00 PM

📍 A Corner Café, 9206 Leslie St, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 2N8

Topic: Board Game Networking + Summer Volunteering & Job Exploration

Build connections through interactive board games while learning about upcoming volunteer and job opportunities.

June Networking Session

June 11 · 2:00–4:00 PM & 4:00–6:00 PM

📍 U+ Office

Topic: FIFA Soccer Ball LEGO Team Collaboration

A hands-on, team-building experience designed to spark creativity, teamwork, and leadership.

Our Impact

100+ Communities Served

38,500+ Volunteering Hours

20+ Community Partners

300+ Youth Served

50+ Networking Opportunities

U+ Volunteer Connect Excellence

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Silver 40 hours (1)

Silver 40 hours

Silver 40 hours (2)

Gold 80 hours

Gold 80 hours (1)

Gold 80 hours (2)

Platinum 120 hours

Platinum 120 hours (1)

Platinum 120 hours (2)

Ready for a Placement?

Discover A Placement For You!

Event Planning Volunteer (Linked)

In-person | Organization and Communication

Data Analyst (Linked)

Virtual | Analytical and Critical Thinking

Marketing Assistant (Linked)

In-person | Creative and Innovative

WebDev Volunteer (Linked)

Virtual | Web Development

Virtual | Admin Work (Linked)

Admin

Crochet (Linked)

In-Person | Crochet

Public Speaking

In-Person | Communication

Camp Marketing

In-Person | Design

Brand Ambassador

In-Person

Senior Public Speaking

In-Person

Counsellor In-Training

In-Person

Are You Eligible?

Anyone 12-30

Greater Toronto Area & York Region

FREE!

Flexible In-Person & Virtual

Volunteer Today!

Work meaningful placements to uplift yourself and your community.

Learn more about the Youth Volunteer Connect Program.

Learn More | FAQ

Program Information

We provide mentorship, training and workshops to connect youth to service providers addressing social inequalities across the region.

Community Partners

Volunteer Connect Yearbook

See the moments, milestones, and impact we created together!

Frequently Asked Questions