In 2019,The Selwyn Public Library had 170+ volunteers who contributed 18,265 hours to our community. Our 3 New-To-You Stores had 58 volunteers who contributed 5,216 hours to our community.
Your community would not be the same without the hard work and dedication of these wonderful volunteers.
Volunteer Opportunities
We are delighted that you are interested in volunteering at our library. We have many different tasks in the library and would like to make the best use of your special skills & talents. We ask you to print out and complete an application form and submit it to the place you wish to volunteer. Prior to final acceptance, all applicants must provide an original Criminal Records Check.
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Library Volunteer Application - Bridgenorth Library volunteer Application - Ennismore Library Volunteer Application - Lakefield
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| Fundraising (New-to-You stores, Book Sales, etc.) |
Book SalesVolunteers are need for our book sales. Some of the duties include: sorting, display, day-of support, and clean-up. To volunteer at a book sale, please contact the branch librarian. Bridgenorth Library: Email Heather or call 705 292-5065 Ennismore Library: Email Sarah or call 705 292-8022 Lakefield Library: Email Kacie or call 705 652-8623 New-To-You StoresVolunteers are needed to sort, display and sell donated items at our three used clothing shops.
The Causeway Treasure TroveSells gift ware as well as good quality clothing and is located on Ward Street next door to the OPP office. Proceeds from this site are divided equally with Community Care Chemung. Apply to volunteer: Causeway Treasure Trove Application Please check in the box "New To You" and enter the name of the store in the comments section.
The Thrift ShopLocated in the former Ennismore Municipal Building in the Ennismore Recreation Complex where good quality used clothing is sold. Proceeds from this site are divided equally with Community Care Chemung. Apply to volunteer: Ennismore Thrift Store Application Please check off the box "New To You" and enter the name of the store in the comments section.
Renewed ClassicsLocated in the former Lakefield Municipal Building, sells good quality used clothing and small household items. All proceeds from this site benefit the library. Apply to volunteer: Renewed Classics Application
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| Youth Volunteers |
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Youth who have completed grade 8 can accumulate volunteer hours by helping our children's summer program coordinator run the TD Summer Reading Club. The program runs from July to the end of August. Apply to volunteer: Youth Volunteer Application Form |
What Our Volunteers Say...
- Being new to the community, I found volunteering to be a great way to make new friends!
- It's a great way to give something back to your community.
- I love having the opportunity to see the new materials when they first arrive.
- It's a great way to gain new skills in a welcoming environment.
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