Volunteer Application

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph is committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. We aim to thoroughly screen and vet all volunteer applicants to ensure child safety, but will not discriminate against volunteer applicants on any of the grounds protected by human rights legislation during any phases of the recruitment, screening and acceptance process.

We welcome applications from persons with disabilities and will provide accommodations during all stages of the volunteer intake process, upon request. All caseworkers of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph will treat all volunteer applicants with dignity and respect.

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CONTACT INFORMATION
First Name*
Last Name*
Gender*
Pronouns*
Primary Phone Number*
This is my*
- Cell Phone
- Home Phone
Email*
Address*
Apartment or Unit Number (if applicable)
City*
Postal Code*
Age: Please indicate your date of birth:*
To volunteer at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph, you must be 18 years of age or older, unless the individual is volunteering in the "Teen Mentoring" or "Co-op In-School Mentoring" programs.
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Ethnic Identity (for demographic reporting purposes)*
- Black
- First Nations / Metis
- Inuit
- African
- South American
- Central American
- European
- Indo China
- Middle East
- Southeast Asian
- Asian - all other
- Pacific Islands
- American
- French Canadian
- English Canadian
- Undisclosed / Prefer not to say
- Other
Other Ethnic Identity*
Do you speak any languages other than English?*
Are you employed?*
- Yes
- No
Agency/Employer*
If applicable
Position*
What are your typical work days/hours?*
Work Phone Number*
GENERAL INFORMATION
Have you applied to be a volunteer with a Big Brothers Big Sisters agency in the past? If so, where?*
How did you hear about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph?*
- Brochure/Flyer/Handout
- Presentation at my place of work
- Presentation at my school
- I'm formerly a Little
- I'm formerly a Big
- Radio
- Social Media
- Special Event
- Information Booth in the community
- Word of Mouth/Friend
- Drink coaster in a local restaurant
- Coffee Sleeve
Which community event did you attend?*
Where was the information booth located?*
Were you referred by a current or former volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph?*
- Yes
- No
What is the name of the volunteer who referred you?*
Which Social Media Platforms did you hear about BBBSG through?*
- Indeed
- LinkedIn
- Instagram
- Facebook
Commitment*
- I can commit for less than 12 months
- I can commit to mentor a child for at least 12 months
- I'm interested in volunteering with fundraising/events
(Optional) I cannot mentor a child past this date:
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Please list any clubs, affiliations or organizations of which you are a member
What method of transportation do you have access to?*
Note: The In-School Mentoring program requires a commitment of one-hour weekly visits. To ensure we’re serving the needs of all schools, additional transit time may be required.
- Car
- Bus
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM / ROLE
We have many volunteer opportunities! You can apply to volunteer in one of our programs as a Mentor, or you can apply to be Fundraising Committee/Event Volunteer. Please note, you can hold more than one volunteer position, depending on your time and commitment level. Please check off all areas you are interested in!
Visit Our Programs Page to review the various mentoring programs.
If you are interested in being a program volunteer as a Mentor, please indicate your programs of choice. If you are not interested in a particular program, please leave it blank:*
First Program Choice
Second Program Choice
Second Program Choice
Third Program Choice
Third Program Choice
Visit Our Events Page to review the various fundraising initiatives.
If you are interested in being a Fundraising Committee/Event Volunteer, please identify which of the following events you are interested in: (See our website www.bbbsg.ca for more info)
- Bowl for Kids' Sake Committee (Jan - Apr)
- The Big Little Run Committee (Feb - Jun)
- Golf FORE Kids' Sake Committee (Mar - Jun)
- The Big Chase Committee (May - Oct)
- BIG Night Out Gala Committee (Sep - Feb)
- Day-of Event Help (ongoing)
EDUCATION
Please indicate your highest level of completed education*
- High School
- Trade School
- College
- University
If you are currently a student, what school do you attend, what is your program, year of study and anticipated graduation date?
EXPECTATIONS
Are you anticipating any changes in your life in the next year that might impact your ability to be consistent in your role as a volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph (e.g. marital status, living arrangements, employment, children, and/or graduation)?*
- Yes
- No
Please provide as much detail about these changes as you feel is necessary*
Are you available to volunteer in the summer?*
- Yes
- No
REFERENCES
ALL APPLICANTS - Please provide contact information for the following references. All references must be over the age of 18. Character references must have known you for at least 2 years and preferably not be related to you. Note: Depending on your volunteer role, we may not contact all references provided.
1. Character Reference
This should be someone who knows you well and can speak to the kind of person you are, such as a close friend.
Name*
First Last
City of Residence*
Primary Phone*
Email Address*
Years Known*
Please enter a number greater than or equal to 2.
Relationship to you*
2. Character Reference
This should be someone who knows you well and can speak to the kind of person you are, such as a close friend.
Name*
First Last
City of Residence*
Primary Phone*
Email Address*
Years Known*
Please enter a number greater than or equal to 2.
Relationship to you*
3. Experiential Reference
Do you have experience working with, or volunteering with, children in the last five years?*
- Yes
- No
3a. Vulnerable Sector Reference
This should be someone who has supervised or employed you in your work or volunteering with children.
Name*
First Last
City of Residence*
Primary Phone*
Email Address*
Years Known*
Relationship to you (e.g. Supervisor)*
3b. Employment/Volunteer Reference
This should be an employer or volunteer supervisor. This reference is ONLY for those who do not have experience with children and cannot provide a vulnerable sector reference.
Name*
First Last
City of Residence*
Primary Phone*
Email Address*
Years Known*
Relationship to you (e.g. Supervisor)*
4. Family Reference
Do you have someone in your life that you consider to be your partner or significant other?*
- Yes
- No
4a. Partner / Significant Other Reference
This should be someone you are in a stable relationship with.
Name*
First Last
City of Residence*
Primary Phone*
Email Address*
Years Known*
Relationship to you*
4b. Family Reference
This should be a family member over the age of 18. Parent, Guardian, Aunt, Uncle, Sibling, etc. This reference is ONLY for those who cannot provide a partner / significant other reference
Name*
First Last
City of Residence*
Primary Phone*
Email Address*
Years Known*
Relationship to you*
Permission
The information in this application is true to the best of my knowledge. I hereby waive the right to request disclosure of the personal information given about me by the individuals indicated above.
Type Your Name (First & Last)*
Signature*
SMS Verification - please provide mobile number*
Today's Date*
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IMPORTANT:*
- By checking this box, I acknowledge that I have read the Volunteer Permission and Release Agreement (accessed through the button below), have been given an opportunity to obtain independent legal advice, and understand that it represents a waiver of certain of my legal rights, including my right to sue (subject to local laws). I further agree that such limits are reasonable and sign this Agreement freely, voluntarily and without duress.
Email
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Read the Volunteer Permission and Release Agreement

CONTACT INFORMATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

VOLUNTEER PROGRAM / ROLE

EDUCATION

EXPECTATIONS

REFERENCES

1. Character Reference

2. Character Reference

3. Experiential Reference

3a. Vulnerable Sector Reference

3b. Employment/Volunteer Reference

4. Family Reference

4a. Partner / Significant Other Reference

4b. Family Reference

Permission