Summary Join us as a Weekend Networking Session Volunteer! Help prepare coding activities, welcome participants, support beginner exercises, troubleshoot basic issues, encourage peer learning, and assist with setup and cleanup.

Location

Address 205 Torbay Road, Markham, ON L3R 3W4

Markham, Ontario L3R 3W4

When

Opportunity Type

Event - Specific Date

Starts

Sunday, July 26, 2026

Ends

Sunday, August 23, 2026

About This Chance Join our team as a Weekend Networking Session Volunteer and help create a welcoming, beginner-friendly session centred around coding, problem-solving, and peer learning. As a volunteer, you will support a small group of participants as they explore simple coding activities, share their interests, and build confidence using technology.

What You Will Do

- Help prepare laptops, coding platforms, instructions, and activity materials
- Welcome participants and support brief introductions
- Assist with beginner-friendly coding exercises, challenges, or demonstrations
- Help participants understand instructions and troubleshoot basic coding issues
- Encourage participants to share ideas, ask questions, and help one another
- Support small-group discussions about coding interests, projects, and technology
- Help keep the session organized and activities moving at a comfortable pace
- Assist with basic setup and cleanup

What You Will Gain

- Experience supporting beginner-friendly coding and technology activities
- Opportunities to strengthen communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills




- Practical experience helping others understand basic coding concepts
- Greater confidence explaining technical information in a simple and supportive way
- A chance to connect with others who are interested in coding and technology

Who We’re Looking For

- Age between 12–30
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Comfortable speaking in front of small groups
- Patient, respectful, and supportive when working with seniors
- Ability to guide discussions and encourage participation
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Attention to detail in preparing slides and handouts
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
- Ability to adapt communication style to different learning needs
- Commitment to completing basic training
- Fluency in English
- Successful Vulnerable Sector Check (required if over 18)

Bonus Skills

- Knowledge in social media handling
- Public speaking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service experience
- Creative content creation

Volunteer Requirements Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Age: 12-30

Volunteer Roles Available Choose your preferred volunteer role and make a difference!

Weekend Networking Volunteer – Aug 23

20 spots

Aug 23, 2026 3:25 PM

Aug 23, 2026 3:26 PM

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Causes

Children & Youth

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