We have numerous volunteer opportunities for individuals aged 18 and older to get involved and be a part of our community-driven team.
Plus, with our flexible scheduling and wide range of volunteer roles, there’s something here for everyone.
Volunteers can choose shifts that fit their availability, making it easy to balance volunteering with other commitments. Even if you’re away for the summer or winter, there’s still a place for you when you return. Evening and weekend opportunities are currently full and we are onboarding for weekday availability between 8 am – 5 pm.
We value your time and commitment. That’s why each volunteer shift averages only 3 hours, making it a manageable commitment for even the busiest individuals.
The Compass provides a variety of volunteer roles to match your interests and skills. Whether you prefer working directly with community in hospitality, or behind the scenes as a cook, packing food bank orders or sorter there’s a role for you. Even if you’ve never worked with a food bank before, we can help you find the perfect fit.
Join our volunteer team. Follow these easy steps for volunteer opportunities. We value all our applicants and have over 100 volunteers working together on busy days. If your application isn’t accepted don’t be discouraged, we welcome you to reapply in the future.
Our Volunteer Application will be available again in February 2025. We have stopped bringing in new volunteers for 2024, as we focus on supporting our clients through the busy holiday season.
Discover our volunteer roles and see how you can support our community.
Working with a food bank for the first time? This is the perfect starter role. You’ll help prepare bulk items for our food bank and get familiar with our operations.
Help pack food orders! This role involves packing custom food orders placed online while alongside a team of 4-5 volunteers. It’s social, fast-paced, and makes a huge impact.
Volunteer in our kitchen by serving meals and snacks to our clients with a smile. Help build and strengthen our community as part of our mission at The Compass.
If you’re organized with great attention to detail, our warehouse needs you. Become a donation sorter to help us get necessities in the right places for our clients.
Do you love to cook? Share your love of food by helping us prepare and serve almost 2000 meals a week to individuals and families facing experiencing food insecurity.
Sign up for your next shift or log any hours you’ve completed.
Find up-to-date information on the latest opportunities, announcements and discover upcoming courses.
Gain essential skills to serve individuals with disabilities effectively. This course covers key AODA principles, communication techniques, and strategies for inclusive customer service.
This free online course offers essential de-escalation tips. It’s beneficial for our volunteers since many of our clients face additional hardships including homelessness.
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Check out this Q&A and learn more about volunteering at The Compass. If you have any further questions, please email us at volunteer@thecompass.ca
Yes, we have some opportunities available for high school students during our annual Compass Walk every September.
You can also earn hours by running a food drive at your school or within your community. Learn more
Wear comfortable clothing that is easy to move around in with closed-toe shoes (no sandals).
Free street parking and paid public parking are available near The Compass building.
Please enter through the warehouse doors in the parking lot. Ring the bell and a volunteer will be there to guide you.
We have lockers where volunteers can store their personal belongings. Please bring a lock if you wish to use one.
Average shifts are three hours. However, you control your schedule and have the flexibility to take time off for school, work and other obligations.
No, The Compass does not charge for group volunteer sessions.
Some organizations choose to have optional add-ons such as hosting a food drive or hosting a fundraiser while group volunteering. Feel free to explore these options with your organization.
Yes. Please contact Melinda Prain, our communications and fundraising manager at melinda@thecompass.ca to discuss partnering with The Compass.
We are a food bank and community outreach centre located in and serving South Mississauga within the postal codes L5E, L5G, L5H and L5J.