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Take Volunteering to the next level with unique leadership opportunities
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth? Interested in a fun, adventurous, impactful volunteer opportunity? If so, one of the positions below may be for you.
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.
Current Opportunities
Council Commissioner — Voyageur Council
The Council Commissioner is the leading volunteer for Scouting in Voyageur Council. Working closely with the other two members in the Council Key 3 (Council Youth Commissioner and Council Relationship Manager), the Council Commissioner is responsible for supporting and growing the Scouting movement in Voyageur Council, as well as being a vital member of the National Service Team and setting the direction for Scouting in Canada.
Scouts Canada Indigenous Reconciliation Steering Committee: Call for Advisors
Scouts Canada is about to embark on our organization’s Reconciliation journey, which lies at the heart of Scouts Canada’s work towards creating a culture of authentic inclusion for all who want to belong to our movement.
We recognize that we cannot do this alone and must seek the guidance of Indigenous FNMI (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit) peoples right from the start. Therefore, we are looking for Indigenous advisors to partner with our Board’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion Working Group, andd form a Scouts Canada Indigenous Reconciliation Steering Committee (“Steering Committee”).
The Nominating Committee of Scouts Canada is seeking applications for candidates for the Board of Governors. Candidates should be committed to the values and principles of Scouting, should believe firmly that the Scouting movement is of benefit to Canadian society, and should be respected for their honesty, integrity and personal ethics. Youth members are encouraged to apply to join the Board.
The Council Commissioner is the leading volunteer for Scouting in Fraser Valley with a membership of over 2400. Working closely with a team of volunteers, and the Council Leadership Team, the Council Commissioner is responsible for supporting and growing the Scouting movement in Fraser Valley, as well as being a vital member of the National Service Team and setting the direction for Scouting in Canada.
We are looking for a driven leader to champion and manage the national implementation of the events sub-function within the Program Support team. The National Events Commissioner will work collaboratively with the Associate Director, Program Support to provide strategic direction related to the Event Standards and Event Support team.
Communications Commissioner — Communications Functional Team
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth? Do you have leadership experience in Marketing or Communications?
Scouts Canada is seeking a strategic Communications Commissioner, Communications Functional Team to join as a Volunteer member of our Scouting Experience Team.
Would you like to make a difference in the growth and development of youth in GREATER TORONTO and across Canada? Are you energetic, organized… a natural leader who can work at the top level to support and lead hundreds of volunteers? Do you enjoy being part of a dynamic team?
If you are interested, you are invited to submit your application for the volunteer position of: Council Youth Commissioner — GREATER TORONTO.
Would you like to make a difference in the growth and development of youth in Northern Ontario and across Canada? Are you energetic, organized… a natural leader who can work at the top level to support and lead hundreds of volunteers? Do you enjoy being part of a dynamic team?
If you are interested, you are invited to submit your application for the volunteer position of: Council Youth Commissioner— Northern Ontario.
Communications Functional Team — Creative Services
As a collaborative team of volunteers and staff, we help create branded resources and messaging support for Groups, Councils and other Functional Teams to drive standardized, integrated & consistent communications across Canada.
The Revenue Development Functional Team supports fundraising efforts for Scouts Canada and Groups through multiple annual Campaigns inclusive of: Scout Seeds, Scout Coffee, Scout Popcorn, No One Left Behind, and Help Kids go to Camp. The functional team also looks to support Philanthropy, Corporate Giving, and Grants and Foundation Giving.
Do you want to help Sections get on The Canadian Path? Are you excited to empower Scouters to help youth have life changing Scouting experiences?
Our new Program Support Functional Team is looking to recruit an all-star volunteer crew with professional experience or a knack for in-Section coaching, event management, outdoor adventure and more.
Working cooperatively with the Property Operations team and individual Property Committees and volunteers, the Property Support Scouter is a trusted volunteer and partner responsible for the successful execution of Scouts Canada’s strategic priorities. The ultimate objective of the role is to better support the safety, compliance, financial viability and overall customer experience at Scouts Canada’s properties.
The Property Support Scouter provides direct support to properties to ensure that they are 100% compliant, following all standard operating policies and procedures and are fiscally responsible and financially viable. Support will be provided through multiple channels, including telephone, in person, email, and video conferencing.
The purpose of a Duke of Edinburgh Award Coordinator is to ensure the Duke of Edinburgh Online Record Book is maintained in line with the licensing agreement held between Scouts Canada and Duke of Edinburgh International Award.
Contingent Management Team — 2023 World Scout Jamboree
Are you passionate about Scouting, love to travel, and want to help deliver an unforgettable experience for young Scouts from across the country? The Canadian Contingent Management Team (CMT) for the 25th World Scout Jamboree in South Korea is looking for Scouters interested in getting involved! This opportunity will allow you to help plan and support the Canadian Contingent over the next two years to ensure our Canadian youth and adults are able to have an amazing Jamboree in South Korea in 2023.
We are seeking a volunteer committed to attend the event and take a primary role in preparing youth and volunteers from across Canada to experience international scouting. Preparation and communication with the participants starts immediately and will conclude upon presentation of an experience report prepared once you return.
Are you looking for a way to ensure that Scouting youth have a safe and memorable experience? Do you have a strong business acumen and enjoy working with grants, budgets, business plans? Are you excited to empower and help property committees find passionate talent?
Would you like to make a difference in the growth and development of youth in British Columbia and across Canada? Are you energetic, organized… a natural leader who can work at the top level to support and lead hundreds of volunteers? Do you enjoy being part of a dynamic team?
If you are interested, you are invited to submit your application for the volunteer position of: Council Commissioner — Pacific Coast.
Hey, you! Yes, you! Are you a Venturer or Rover Scout between the ages of 17 and 26? Do you want to have the opportunity to represent Canada at international webinars, events, and conferences? If you answered yes to all three, then this is the chance for you. Scouts Canada's International Team is looking for FANTASTIC and ENTHUSIASTIC youth just like you to become an International Delegate.
Would you like to make a difference in the growth and development of youth in New Brunswick Council? Are you willing to be an engaged member of a leadership team? Do you want to grow and develop as a leader?
If you are interested, you are invited to submit your application for the volunteer position of Council Youth Commissioner — New Brunswick.
Communications Functional Team — External Communications
Working closely with the External Communications stream and Communications Functional Team, the Social Media Advisor – Coach is a self-motivator who leads social media best practices implementation, blending the Social Media Advisor role with a coaching component.
This role requires knowledge of Scouts Canada’s organizational values and programming, and involves working closely with our membership through organized social media webinars to empower volunteers to manage their own Scouts Canada Sections, Group, Council or camp pages.
The Social Media Advisor – Coach also has the exciting opportunity to mentor a participant of Scouts Canada’s Youth Spokesperson Program (YSP). YSPs have the option to develop their professional skills under the guidance of the Social Media Advisor – Coach, while also contributing their time and skills to support the Social Media Advisor – Coach’s responsibilities.
Communications Functional Team — Internal Communications
Working closely with the Internal Communications stream and Communications Functional Team, the Storytellers—of which there will be three—are self-motivated writers responsible for sourcing local Scouting stories and creating engaging feature content.
This role requires frequent collaboration with staff and volunteers, as well as strong networking skills with local Scouting communities to remain informed of upcoming storytelling opportunities.
Storytellers also have the exciting opportunity to mentor a participant of Scouts Canada’s Youth Spokesperson Program (YSP). YSPs have the option to develop their professional skills under the guidance of Storytellers, while also contributing their time and skills to support Storytellers’ responsibilities.
Would you like to make a difference in the growth and development of youth in Newfoundland & Labrador and across Canada? Are you energetic, organized… a natural leader who can work at the top level to support and lead hundreds of volunteers? Do you enjoy being part of a dynamic team?
If you are interested you are invited to submit your application for the volunteer position of: Council Commissioner — Newfoundland & Labrador.
Do you want to be a part of the change you want to see in the world? At Scouts Canada our Vision is “Canadian youth making a meaningful contribution to creating a better world.” For more than 100 years, Scouts Canada has brought a world of adventure, outdoor experience, friendship and fun to 17 million Canadian youth and we need passionate people who share our Mission to develop well-rounded youth better prepared for success in the world.
Scouts Canada is seeking volunteers to join our IT Department.
Scouts Canada is seeking applications for Council Youth Commissioner (CYC) in the Quebec Council.
The CYC works as an equal with a volunteer Council Commissioner and paid Council Relationship Manager, as part of the Council Key 3, to manage all aspects of the Council. They are also a member of Scouts Canada National Service Team providing vision for the Scouting Movement in Canada.
