Volunteer Hub

Canadian environmental non-profits need your help! The RCEN Volunteer Hub provides these groups with a platform to post roles and projects that volunteers can contribute to.
These are excellent opportunities to get experience in the environmental sector while making a real difference. Here's how to apply:

  1. Browse the list of positions below, sorted by organization name.

  2. If a position catches your interest, click on it. This will reveal a drop down box with a more detailed description.

  3. If the description seems like a good fit for you, follow the instructions to apply.

The Volunteer Hub is brand new, so we value your feedback! Please email us at outreach@rcen.ca to let us know what you think. Thanks for volunteering!

Canadian Environmental Network

Blog Contributor (on-going basis)

  • Description: RCEN is looking for skilled volunteers to contribute environmental blog posts to feature on our website, newsletter, and social media platforms. This position is remote.

    Potential Duties: Conducting online research on topics of interest; writing op-eds on topics you are knowledgeable in; interviewing environmental experts for Q&A style posts; acquiring appropriate images to include with the article; citing your information sources.

    Commitment: 1 article every 1-3 months

    How to apply: Contact outreach@rcen.ca or complete our volunteer application.

Social Media Contributor (on-going basis)

  • Description: RCEN is looking for skilled volunteers to contribute a variety of environmental content to feature on our social media platforms. This position is remote.

    Potential Duties: Conducting online research on topics of interest; creating social media content on topics you are knowledgeable in using Canva or a design program of your choice; identifying relevant trends in the social media world; acquiring appropriate images to include within the posts; citing your information sources.

    Commitment: 5-10 hours per month

    How to apply: Contact outreach@rcen.ca or complete our volunteer application.

Canadian Wildlife Federation

Team Leader (open until filled)

  • Description: The WILD Outside Remote program is looking for Adult Volunteer Team Leaders (and assistants) aged 18+ to organize and deliver educational and conservation-based programming in their community with support from CWF staff. Anywhere in Canada; volunteer from home and on-site.

    WILD Outside is a national conservation-based youth community service and leadership program designed for youth ages 15 to 18.

    Qualifications:

    • Standard First Aid with CPR or higher, or willingness to complete at own expense

    • Reliable transportation to and from event sites

    • Ability to maintain reliable and regular electronic communication with Remote Leadership Specialists and program participants.

    • Good judgement, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

    • Strong organizational skills

    • Access to a computer and internet

    • Experience facilitating youth programs or outdoor programming is considered a strong asset

    Commitment: Approximately 15 hours per month; minimum of 2 events per month for at least 1 year, including planning, delivery, and wrap-up.

    How to apply: Visit CWF's website to complete a volunteer application.