CONNECTED CANADIANS IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

Canada's largest free digital support charity is seeking retired educators to help provide support services to older adults and fellow retirees
(Posted November 1, 2025)

Headquartered in Ottawa, Connected Canadians provides in-person workshops locally and virtual online training from coast to coast.

Connected Canadians is a federally incorporated, nonprofit organization whose philosophy is simple: “We believe digital literacy is a human right. Our mandate is to reduce isolation and loneliness amongst older adults by promoting digital literacy skills and providing technology training and support.”
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> Visit this page if you're a retiree who needs help with technology

MEANINGFUL TUTORING OPPORTUNITIES FOR RETIRED TEACHERS (Posted November 1, 2025)

At The Open Door Educational Services, we help children with learning disabilities build strong reading and spelling skills through highly effective, research-based programs.

We’re looking for retired teachers who still have the heart for teaching—and want to make a difference without the demands of the classroom. You don’t have to figure it out alone; we provide free training in specialized literacy programming and plenty of support every step of the way.

Why it’s a great fit:
• Flexible, part-time hours — you set your own schedule
• Choose the neighbourhoods you’d like to work in
• One-on-one tutoring in students’ homes or online
• Free training in evidence-based literacy programs
• Ongoing support and collaboration with a caring team

> Learn more or apply here

UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA HEART INSTITUTE IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS (Posted April 21, 2023)

This is a randomized trial comparing the effectiveness of different exercise programs on fitness and well-being in people living with atrial fibrillation. We are looking for participants (aged 40+) with a-fib to come to the heart institute to participate.

To learn more, please contact the Research Coordinator:
mmistura@ottawaheart.ca
613-696-7000 x15944
> Download the flyer here

INVITATION TO TEACHERS
(Posted January 20, 2023)

TEMBO is looking for a few volunteer teachers who would like to join us in Longido, Tanzania for three to fours weeks in October to teach at the Primary and Secondary Success Program (PASS).

TEMBO is a registered charity that supports education for girls in remote northern Tanzania through a variety of formal and informal education programs. PASS is a 10-week program that is offered to girls who have completed elementary school and are eligible to begin secondary school with the next term. The girls receive instruction in core subjects (i.e., math, science, civics, etc.) while volunteer teachers support the development of the girls’ English language skills and their study skills.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity for both the students and the teachers. Without TEMBO, many of these adolescent girls will be married, repeating the cycle of poverty that is so prevalent in this region. If you believe in change, believe in education, this is an opportunity to get involved.

Please note that this is a self-funded volunteer experience. For more information, click on this link.

LOOKING FOR HIGH SCHOOL TUTORS
(Posted October 19, 2022)

The SWAG program (Students Will All Graduate) is looking for in-person or virtual volunteers to support Notre Dame High School students with their academic endeavours. Support is needed Monday to Friday, from 3 PM to 530 PM.

Most students are Gr. 9 and 10; however, we also have some in Gr. 11 and 12. Support is needed for all subjects: math, science, French, English, social studies, etc.