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Volunteering at ISIS is a rewarding experience for all. We have over 600 dedicated volunteers working in a variety of programs, all of which are essential to the settlement process for immigrants.

By volunteering with ISIS you become part of a team of people working to make life in Canada just a little bit easier for immigrants to Nova Scotia.

Here are just some of the ways volunteers contribute to ISIS programs:

Ongoing Opportunities

Community Volunteer (individual, family to family and 55+ matches)

• We match you with an immigrant and you meet weekly to offer support during their settlement process
• Participate in social, cultural and recreation activities with the wider community
• Specialized Family to Family and 55 Plus match opportunities
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ESL Tutors

• We match you with an immigrant to help them with English, for example, literacy, listening comprehension, speaking, reading, writing and pronunciation skills
• Assist learners with preparation for Canadian citizenship exams, taxi or truck driver’s exams and other professional tests
• You do not need prior English teaching experience – we provide ongoing training and support
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Professional Mentors

• We match established professionals with immigrant professionals in their field to provide learning and networking opportunities
• You provide informal advice, practice profession specific language and offer moral support
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Practice Interviewers

• Employers volunteer their time to interview an immigrant professional in their field of work, preparing them for a job interview
• Conduct face to face or telephone interviews, and share skills and expertise
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On-site Opportunities

Classroom Assistant

• Work with English students under the supervision of an instructor
• Assist with literacy and numeracy activities

Computer Lab Assistant

• Assist the Computer Skills Trainer in teaching basic to advanced level computer courses.
• For people who are knowledgeable in MS Office or in specific programs such as AutoCAD, Photoshop and Simply Accounting.

Front Desk Assistant

• Greet clients as they arrive at ISIS
• Assist with photocopying and update materials in the reception area

Occasional Opportunities

Special Events Volunteers

• Help with events such as community BBQs and SupperNOVA
• New opportunities on a regular basis

Diversity Facilitators

• Deliver workshops and presentations on diversity and intercultural understanding for various organizations and agencies
• Attend two full days of training and continued learning sessions throughout the year

For more information please contact

Denise Scott
Coordinator, Volunteer Program
(902)406-8851
dscott@isisns.ca

To volunteer you must first register with us. Check out how to Become a Volunteer at ISIS.