Community Involvement Hours

Hi Ravens!

LitSpark Youth, a fully teen-led nonprofit dedicated to making literacy more accessible, is currently recruiting volunteers. We’re looking for enthusiastic students who are passionate about reading, community service, and making a difference.

As a volunteer, your responsibilities may include helping collect books at our neighbourhood book collections, conducting local outreach, and setting up book donation drives (although your role is pretty flexible).

If you’d like to sign up as a volunteer (and get volunteer hours), please fill out the form at the end of this message.

You can also learn more about LitSpark Youth at our website litspark.ca.

Thank you!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYwRZaSKuYG-qjfw6vPyqnmINRmeRJh4OPIRNn-SqE-5PhEQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=116388075547551018011 

Here's how you earn them:

1) Find a volunteer opportunity in the community. There are a number of ads posted in Student Services. Please review the Guidelines to ensure that your activity qualifies.

2) Make arrangements to volunteer with the appropriate contact person.

3) Show up and volunteer.

4) Submit a paper log sheet to your guidance counselor. The log sheets can be picked up in Student Services.

For more volunteer opportunities, please visit: 

Volunteer Ottawa 

Volunteer Canada 

Ontario Volunteer Centre Network  

SPARK Ontario 

Youth Employment Strategy 

Charity Village 

Oxfam Canada 

The Boys and Girls Club of Canada 

Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) 

Prosperity Project

For more information, please visit the School Board's Site

Tips for Success:

1) Begin Early: Students can begin their Community Involvement Hours the summer after Grade 8.

2) Ensure Eligibility: Confirm eligibility in advance (if in doubt, consult your Guidance Counsellor).

3) Be Professional: Be on time, dress appropriately, and listen to instructions.

4) Be Safe: If in doubt, ask for help.

5) Submit Paperwork: Submit your hours as you complete them.

6) Complete Early: It is recommended that you complete your 40 hours before you begin Grade 11.