Record #:
ORI1660
Last Full Update:
22 Sep 2020
Contacts
| Toll Free Phone | 1-888-855-3336 |
| Website | www.scouts.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook,  LinkedIn,  X (Twitter),  YouTube |
| Primary Contact | Nicole Donadio, Area Support Manager, Scouts Canada, Whispering Pines Area; Phone: 289-383-4717; Email: nicole.donadio@scouts.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Administration; Email: helpcentre@scouts.ca |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Nicole Donadio; Email: nicole.donadio@scouts.ca |
| Hours | Orillia meetings are held on Thu at 7pm at the St James Church and the St Davids Church. Other meetings can be found by using the following link |
| Additional Website | shin.scouts.ca/ |
Description and Service
| Description (Service) | The aim is to help youth develop their characters as resourceful and responsible members of the community by providing opportunities and guidance for their mental, physical, social and spiritual development. Age categories are as follows: Beavers 5-7yrs * Cubs 8-10yrs * Scouts 11-14yrs * Venturers 15-17yrs * Rovers 18-25yrs * all programs are co-ed. Groups are currently available in Midland * Penetanguishene * Port McNicoll * Victoria Harbour * Wye Marsh * Coldwater * Hawkestone * Washago * Uptergrove * Orillia |
| Eligibility | Ages: 5 year(s) - 26 year(s) Children; Youth; Adult Volunteers |
| Application | Call for more details |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Call for information |
| Volunteer Description | Adult volunteers always needed. Positions are available in leadership roles, administration and as members of committees. Volunteers must pass a screening process including a Police Record Check, reference checks and an interview before their application is accepted by Scouts Canada. Call for further information Become a Volunteer Do you … Enjoy the outdoors? Have the desire to learn new skills? Like to make new friends? Want to spend quality time with your children? If you said yes to the above then you have found the right place! What does Scouting do for youth? Scouting volunteers have provided generations of Canadian youth with a first opportunity to sleep in a tent, to experience leadership and to build self-reliance and self-confidence. Volunteer dedication, resourcefulness and enthusiasm are vital to Scouting. Why is Scouting a great volunteer experience? Many people are looking for ways to develop skills that help them achieve personal and professional goals. Scouting has a long tradition of providing such opportunities. A fully trained leader completes thorough online and experiential learning in understanding youth, program planning, leadership and risk management Scouting offers many opportunities to develop marketing, communication, financial management and fundraising skills Scouts Canada also offers excellent volunteer development courses How do I volunteer with Scouts Canada? Becoming a volunteer with Scouts Canada is a multi-step process and we are here to help you every step of the way. The process includes a personal interview, the provision of three personal references, and a Police Record Check. With one-on-one help from an experienced coach, you'll participate in a three-month orientation and probation period where you'll learn all the basics to help you provide great programs for youth. Once you become a scouter, you're provided with further training and tools and support to help you on your way. You'll attend courses and workshops, receive Scouting Life magazine and can access helpful online support resources. If you can commit 12 - 14 hours per month, you can make a difference in the lives of many kids, and help shape a better world for tomorrow. Get the process by contacting the area support manager nicole.donadio@scouts.ca Scouts Canada encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Scouts Canada has a great record of accommodating persons with disabilities. Contact The Help Center at helpcenter@scouts.ca or 1-888-855-3336 if you need accommodation at any stage o Elections Scouts Canada, the country’s leading youth organization, offers challenging programs for boys, girls and youth age 5-26 in thousands of individual groups in most cities and towns across Canada. |
Location Information
| Areas Served | Midland ; Orillia ; Oro-Medonte ; Ramara ; Severn ; Springwater ; Tay |
| Boundaries | Orillia, Oro-Medonte-Hawkestone; Severn Township including Coldwater, Cumberland Beach, Washago; Ramara Township including Udney and Dalrymple; Midland; Penetanguishene; Victoria Harbour |
| Description (Site) | St James Anglican Church is located at 58 Peter St N Orillia, ON St David's Anglican Church is located at 133 James St E Orillia, ON |
| Site Location | Scouting groups meet at various locations within city limits as well as outside the city. |
| Located In Community | Simcoe County |
| Address & Map | Orillia, ON |
| Mailing Address | 10 Kodiak Cres Toronto, ON M3J 3G5 |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable |
Record Details
| Print Material | http://www.scouts.ca/ca/programs; http://www.scoutinglife.ca/canadianpath/ |