Canadian Cancer Society Saskatchewan

What services does your organization provide?
The Canadian Cancer Society achieves its mission through research, education, patient services and advocacy for healthy public policy. These efforts are supported by volunteers and staff and funds raised in communities across Saskatchewan and from coast to coast.

Do you have any age requirements?
Varies upon the volunteer position.

Do you require language proficiency other than in English?
No.

What time commitment(s) are you expecting from a volunteer?
Varies upon the volunteer position.

Are there any other requirements for being a volunteer?
Varies upon the volunteer position.

Are there any specific skills and experience required?
Varies upon the volunteer position.

What type of volunteer positions are typically available?

• Fundraising and event volunteers - committee volunteers and day-of-event volunteers
• Speaking volunteers - on healthy living choices and the Society in general
• District Board volunteers - bring awareness and action within the district
• General volunteers - to be called when needed for kit assembly, sorting, cataloguing, etc.
• Peer support volunteers - those who have experienced cancer to be a support to another
• Volunteer drivers- drive patients in Regina and Saskatoon to and from their treatments

Is there any training provided for volunteers?
Varies upon the volunteer position.

What are the typical volunteer activities occurring at your organization?
See the volunteer positions.

How will a person benefit from volunteering with Canadian Cancer Society Saskatchewan?
Volunteering activities are an asset when searching for jobs. How much of an asset may depend upon a number of factors, including leadership, teamwork and initiative demonstrated while volunteering. All these are transferable skills in the work world.

Do you accept high school students?
Yes, given enough notice, the time the student needs to volunteer, and the appropriate position being available