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Special Olympics Ontario/London is dedicated to enriching the lives of Londoners with an intellectual disability through sport. We support 18 different sports with over 400 athletes.Volunteer Opportunity: Assistant Coaches for Nordic SkiingTime Commitment: 2 hours/week Sundays - 10:00am - 12:00 pm Jan 10/27- Feb 21/27Location: Springbank Park- West Entrance(Across from Shoppers Drug Mart)The role: Coaches should have experience with cross-country skiing to be able to assist the athletes with certain skiing techniques on areas they need to work on. For more information contact our Volunteer Coordinator atlondon.volunteerco@specialolympicsontario.ca
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Special Olympics Ontario/London is dedicated to enriching the lives of Londoners with an intellectual disability through sport. We support 18 different sports with over 400 athletes.Volunteer Opportunity: Assistant Coaches for Alpine SkiingTime Commitment: 2-3 hours/week Mondays - 6:15 - 9:00 pm Jan 4/27- Feb 22/27Location: Boler MountainThe role: Our program is not a learn to ski program. Athletes must be independent skiers with an interest in racing. Coaches do not necessarily need to have a racing background just be competent skiers themselves. Coaches are expected to be able follow instructions given by the head coach to teach athletes certain skiing techniques on areas they need to work on. At times as a coach becomes more comfortable, they may be asked to take more than one athlete on the hill at a time. For more information contact our Volunteer Coordinator atlondon.volunteerco@specialolympicsontario.ca
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Our vision is that sport will open hearts and minds towards people with intellectual disabilities and create inclusive communities.Volunteer Opportunity: Bocce - Team ManagerTime Commitment: 2 hours/week Tuesdays - 6:00-8:00 pm Nov 3/26-Mar 2/27@Univeristy Heights Public School - 27 Ford Cres, LondonThe role: Assistant coaches will be assisting the athletes with the rules and basics of the game. Bocce knowledge would be helpful. Assistant coaches also assist in team building and working with the athletes to have fun.For more information contact our Volunteer Coordinator at london.volunteerco@specialolympicsontario.ca
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The Nostalgic Theatre (TNT), is a group of amateur performers who perform one hour variety shows to organizations such as retirement homes, service clubs, churches, nursing homes, special events and private functions.TNT is a nonprofit Seniors 55+.Presently, performs twice a year; a Christmas program ( performed end of November, beginning of December) and a Spring program (performed end of May beginning of June.)Rehearsals are held Wednesday afternoon from 12 to 4pm, in London, from September until the last performance in June.TNT is looking for enthusiastic seniors who can join our group in various capacities. Actors, singers , dancers, stagehands, choreographers, assistant directors, marketing, etc.
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A morning or afternoon social group/event that promotes health and wellness, social interaction and often includes sharing a meal together. Volunteers help plan, grocery shop, cook, serve a meal, set up/clean up and encourage conversation. Not all locations require set up/clean up. For this role, we are looking for volunteers who have experience working in a kitchen and who have their Safe Food Handler's Certificate, or the equivalent in experience.
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Join our Friendly Visiting Program and connect one-on-one with an older adult through weekly phone calls or in-person visits. Just 15 minutes to 1 hour of your time per week can help reduce loneliness and create lasting connections. Visit times are scheduled flexibly between you and your matched client, making it easy to fit into your week while making a big impact!
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| Opportunity Role ↕ | Organization ↕ | Location ↕ | Category ↕ | Actions |
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| Assistant Coach - Nordic Skiing | Special Olympics Ontario - London | London | Sports and Recreation | View Details |
| Assistant Coach - Alpine Skiing | Special Olympics Ontario - London | London | Sports and Recreation | View Details |
| Assistant Coach - Bocce | Special Olympics Ontario - London | London | Sports and Recreation | View Details |
| Theatre Members 55+ Various positions | The Nostalgic Theatre | London | Other Positions | View Details |
| Podcast Team Members & Virtual Volunteers for Stories Behind the Pain & Smiles from The Kindness and Smile Zone Remote | The Kindness and Smile Zone | London | Children & Youth | View Details |
| Congregate Dining | VON Middlesex-Elgin | London | Social and Community Service | View Details |
| Friendly Visiting Remote | VON Middlesex-Elgin | London | Social and Community Service | View Details |
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