What is a volunteer fair?

Volunteer fairs are public events featuring from 15 to 50 kiosks offering information on community organizations. Regardless of the number, we make sure that several different types of volunteering are represented.

People who want to find out more about volunteering, or who are interested in becoming volunteers, can visit the different kiosks and talk to representatives of the recruiting organizations. It's a good way to learn more about the organizations that interest you, what services they offer and the kind of volunteers they are looking for.

About the last Volunteer Fair at McGill:

Over 60 organizations participated in McGill's annual back-to-school volunteer fair on September 24th, 2009. A wide range of organizations were present, some for the first time, others who had participated in the past! Over 700 people walked into the Shatner Ballroom to find volunteer opportunities or just to learn about diverse Montréal community organizations.

Thanks to all the participating organizations and to the student volunteers who worked hard to make this event such a success. The populatiry of the Fair is constantly increasing so stay tuned for the January 2010 edition!

Next volunteer fair

Who comes to the fairs?

Most visitors to the fairs are people who want to find out more about volunteering with an organization. Some sign up on the spot; others collect fliers to help them make up their minds.

At a volunteer fair, you'll be surrounded by people like yourself who are looking for a stimulating activity that will also benefit the community!

What kind of organizations are represented at the fairs?

You'll find organizations at work in many fields: services for seniors, children, hospitals, literacy groups, residences, shelters and many others. For more information on the different sectors of activity available, please consult our Volunteer opportunities.

What are the advantages for people trying to decide what they want to do?

It's the perfect opportunity to shop around and find the type of work and the type of organization that suit your skills and your schedule.

Need more information?

Suzane Langlois
514.842.3351