Smiths Falls 2024 Volunteer Fair to take place Wednesday, November 27th from 3-6pm at the Memorial Community Centre (upstairs)
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Smiths Falls and area residents are invited to attend the Volunteer Fair taking place on Wednesday, November 27th, 2024 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Memorial Community Center, in the upstairs hall. This event offers a unique opportunity for individuals to engage with various community service organizations, learn about their programs, and explore volunteer opportunities available within the community.
The Volunteer Fair is also an excellent platform for high school students seeking to fulfill their mandatory community volunteer hours required for graduation. With a wide range of organizations in attendance, students can find meaningful volunteering experiences that align with their interests and contribute to their personal and professional development.
Whether you're passionate about sports, social causes, mentoring, local businesses, or animal welfare, the Volunteer Fair promises to connect you with like-minded organizations that make a positive impact in Smiths Falls. Attendees will have the chance to engage in one-on-one conversations with representatives from the following organizations:
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| "The Volunteer Fair is a wonderful opportunity for people to find out how to get involved and make a difference in Smiths Falls," said Mayor Shawn Pankow. ”We encourage all residents, including our high school students to attend this event and discover the countless ways to support and learn more about the community." |
Community service clubs and volunteer organizations interested in hosting a booth at the fair are encouraged to register online HERE. If you have any questions, contact Kerri Barlow, Economic and Community Development Coordinator at kbarlow@smithsfalls.ca or call 613-283-4124 x1127.
For more information about the Volunteer Fair, please visit the Smiths Falls official website at www.smithsfalls.ca/volunteerfair. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to connect with your community and make a meaningful difference.
Join us at the Smiths Falls Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, November 27th, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Memorial Community Center, upstairs hall.
Together, let's build a stronger and more vibrant Smiths Falls!
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The contributions and dedication of our volunteers creates a strong, inclusive and vibrant community for all. If you are interested in volunteering, there are many opportunities in the Smiths Falls area. Below is a list of organizations seeking volunteers, including contact information.
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County | ||||||
613-283-0570Email: cliff.woods@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca Website: www.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
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| Canadian Cancer Society | ||||||
613-267-3830 |
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| Children's Resources on Wheels (CROW) | ||||||
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Website: https://crowlanark.com/ Email: info@crowlanark.com Phone: (613) 283-0095 or 1-800-267-9252 |
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| Community Home Support | ||||||
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VOLUNTEERS are the heart and soul of our agency.
Are you interested in volunteering with seniors or people living with a life-limiting illness? If you’re looking for a volunteer opportunity, we would love to have you! Volunteers are needed for the following: Hospice Home/Hospital Visiting Bereavement Peer Support Delivering Meals on Wheels Assisted Transportation We'll work around your schedule to find a volunteer position that best suits your interests and skill set. Please call the office nearest you, or visit one of our offices and fill-out an application to get started (or print and fill out the Application ). |
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| Heritage House Museum | ||||||
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We love our Volunteers! With the many events hosted at and by Heritage House Museum throughout the year, we have many Volunteer opportunities available!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeritageHouseMuseum Email: heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca Phone: (613) 283-6311
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| Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) | ||||||
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Website: http://www.lanarkanimals.ca/ Email: shelter@lanarkanimals.ca Phone: (613) 283-9308 |
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| Ontario 55+ Games Association | ||||||
| Ontario Early Years Centre, Smiths Falls | ||||||
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EarlyON Child and Family Centres provide opportunities for children from birth to 6 years of age to participate in play and inquiry-based programs, and support parents and caregivers in their roles. These centres will offer safe and welcoming environments open to all families across Ontario, with qualified professionals and quality programs. Families and caregivers will be able to find support, advice, make personal connections and access a network of resources. Website: https://crowlanark.com/earlyon-overview/ Email: info@crowlanark.com |
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| Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario | ||||||
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Website: www.rmeo.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RMEOLanarkCounty Phone: (613) 283-5696 |
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| Rideau Environmental Action League (REAL) | ||||||
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Website: https://www.realaction.ca/ Email: info@REALaction.ca |
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| Rotary Club of Smiths Falls | ||||||
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Website: https://smithsfallsrotary.ca/ |
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| Salvation Army | ||||||
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Website: Phone:
Major Gerald Reilly - Corps Officer
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| Smiths Falls and District Chamber of Commerce | ||||||
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The Chamber is now celebrating 130 years as the Voice of Business in Smiths Falls and continues to take great pride in the role it plays today in remaining a proactive, energetic and visionary organization that helps to advance economic development and prosperity. From masonry and mills, turkey farms and a chocolate factory; the Chamber still plays a vital role in shaping the business community today. Website: https://smithsfallschamber.com/
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| Smiths Falls Arts & Culture | ||||||
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Sheldon Giff 613-795-6203
Website: https://www.smithsfallsarts.ca/ |
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| Smiths Falls Civitan Club | ||||||
613-284-0818Email: infosmithsfallscivitanclub@gmail.com Website: https://www.smithsfallscivitanclub.com/
Events include weekly Bingo, Spring and Fall Craft and Bake Sales, Festival of the Trees, Bingo Canteen, Annual fish Fry, Bake Project - Macmillan, Ice sales, Catering and Bar just to name a few.
Donations were to: Friends for Seniors, Community Living. Smiths Falls Special Olympics, Heart Telethon, Smiths Falls Tennis Tournament, Smiths Falls Lawn Bowling, Relay For Life, SFDCI & St. John's Bursaries, Smiths Falls Hospital Foundation, Smiths Falls Food Bank, Friends of the Rideau, Big Brothers/Sisters, REAL - Rideau Environmental Action League, Therapeutic Riding, ALS, Camp Merrywood, Camp Quality, Prostate Cancer, Alzheimer's Society, CHEO Telethon, and the Salvation Army Hamper program. We receive requests on a regular basis and these are brought to our monthly Board Meeting where we decide who to give to and how much to donate; we give as much as we can! |
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| Smiths Falls Community Food Bank | ||||||
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Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays 1-3 Open Monday and Thursday Evenings from 5-7
Website: https://www.smithsfallscommunityfoodbank.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smithsfallscommunityfoodbank Phone: 613-283-6695 |
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| Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation | ||||||
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Our office is open Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm
For General Inquiries Margot Hallam Volunteer Application FORM |
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| Smiths Falls Community Theatre | ||||||
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Website: https://smithsfallstheatre.com/ Email: thestationtheatre@gmail.com Phone: 613-283-0300 |
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| Smiths Falls Friends of the Library | ||||||
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Website: https://www.smithsfallslibrary.ca/friends-of-the-library/ Email: friends@smithsfallslibrary.ca
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| Smiths Falls Gordon Pipe Band | ||||||
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Website: http://www.gordonpipeband.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/333045096746613 Contact: For all general queries, contact: the Band Manager, DonnaTugnett manager@gordonpipeband.com or contact the Pipe Major, Steve Brooke: 613-207-9306 pipemajor@gordonpipeband.com |
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| Smiths Falls Horticultural Society | ||||||
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sfHorticulturalSociety
Regular Meetings at Smith’s Falls Legion @ 7:00 pm 3rd. Tuesday of every month. Starting February 21,2023. EVERYONE WELCOME
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| Smiths Falls Hospital Auxilliary | ||||||
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The Smiths Falls Community Hospital Auxiliary (the “Auxiliary”) supports various projects, programs and services of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. There are presently 107 volunteers and this number continues to grow daily.
Hours: Monday CLOSED
Tuesday CLOSED
Wednesday 10:00 - 16:30
Thursday 10:00 - 16:00
Friday 10:00 - 16:30
Saturday 10:00 - 15:30
Sunday CLOSED
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070514741346 Phone: (613) 207-9770 |
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| Smiths Falls Kinsmen Club | ||||||
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Website: https://www.smithsfallskinsmen.ca/ Email: smithsfallskinsmen@gmail.com Phone: 613-283-5507
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| Smiths Falls Lawn Bowling | ||||||
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Patty Webster Email: shutterbug50@sympatico.ca Phone: 613-283-8119 |
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| Smiths Falls Lions Club | ||||||
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmithsFallsLions Debra Doe Email: Debdoe1963@gmail.com Phone: (613) 285-6561 |
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| Smiths Falls Public Library | ||||||
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Website: www.smithsfallslibrary.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmithsFallsLibrary Email: info@smithsfallslibrary.ca Phone: (613) 283-2911 |
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| Tri-County Addictions Services | ||||||
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Website: https://llgamh.ca/smiths-falls.php Phone number: (613) 283-7723
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| Volunteer Hospice Visiting Service | ||||||
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