Volunteer Opportunity
The Zebra Child & Youth Advocacy Centre is our community’s response to child abuse. When danger appears, zebras form a protective circle around their young. Our multi-disciplinary team at the Zebra Centre works the same way, providing supports to children, youth, and families as they navigate the investigative and judicial systems and move towards healing. 
The Zebra Centre is powered by people. Educators have been involved since the Zebra Centre opened in 2002. We are now seeking volunteers with a passion for helping children and who are available during the day to attend court proceedings. As a Court Accompaniment volunteer, you will foster safety and strength for kids when they attend court proceedings. You can make a real difference in the lives of children and youth who have experienced abuse.
“I have been an active Zebra volunteer for the last several years. I have found the role of volunteer Court Accompaniment Advocate to be extremely humbling and fulfilling—you put your world aside to serve as a support for a child, youth, or family who is navigating the Alberta Justice system. It is wonderful to see that there are great people for these children and youth to turn to when they may have no one to support them. A person is a person, no matter how small. I am here to ensure their small voices are heard and they are seen.”
Visit zebracentre.ca/volunteering to learn more or reach out to us at volunteer@zebracentre.ca.
~Cassandra, Volunteer
Mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area
BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area (BGCBigs) invites retired educators to share their wisdom, guidance, and care as volunteer mentors. Your experience and compassion could be the key to helping a young person thrive!
Two Rewarding Ways to Get Involved:
Mentoring for Youth & Young Adults from Care (MYYAC): Support young adults (ages 16 to 24) who’ve had current or past involvement with Children Services (ie. living in foster homes or group care) or are transitioning out of care and living independently.
In School Mentoring:
Use your expertise to help students in Grades 1 to 9 build confidence, stay engaged, and reach their potential.
What’s Involved?
- MYYAC program: Meet your mentee in the evenings or weekends at places like libraries, coffee shops, or community events. Commit to 1 hour per week or bi-weekly for 1+ hours.
- In School Mentoring: Spend 1 hour during the school day, once a week, building a connection with a student.
Ready to Get Started?
Email Danielle Newman, Volunteer Recruitment Specialist, at Danielle.Newman@bgcbigs.ca to learn more or apply today!
Volunteer opportunities
Edmonton Public School Foundation Wrap and Roll Event
For the first time, ERTA became involved in providing its members with the opportunity to volunteer at the Edmonton Public Schools Foundation annual Wrap and Roll event, held at Kingsway Mall in December 2024. ERTA volunteers had a great time wrapping gifts alongside EPSB students to raise funds for the Edmonton Public Schools Foundation, whose mission is to raise awareness and funds to level the playing field for children who come to the classroom at a disadvantage. Watch in the Fall for more opportunities to join in this fun and rewarding annual event! Volunteer gift wrappers as well as lead event coordinators will be sought.
The Edmonton Public Schools Foundation is also seeking volunteers to become involved in event support. This could include tending an information booth at conferences, assisting to set up or support special fundraising events, or providing other volunteer support as the needs arise. For further information about providing volunteer assistance to the Edmonton Public Schools Foundation, please contact Catherine Bay (Acting Director, Edmonton Public Schools Foundation) at 780-970-5238 or at catherine.bay@epsb.ca.
Substitute Music Director Needed
The St. Albert Senior Association choir group needs a substitute director for Match, April, and perhaps in the fall. Email Mary Butlin you are interested. Her email address is marybutlin@gmail.com.