Helping Hands
Volunteering for the Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta

Thank you for supporting the Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta! We rely extensively on our volunteer network. Your valuable volunteer effort will help us realize our mission to support and enrich the lives of people affected by cerebral palsy.

Thank You!!

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Edmonton Volunteer Package Calgary Volunteer Package

Select the city whose CPAA volunteer opportunities you wish to see.
Edmonton Volunteer Opportunities Calgary Volunteer Opportunities


For more information about volunteering, to submit a volunteer application, or to book your individual interview please contact:

Calgary Edmonton
Natasha Gleiser
Volunteer Events Coordinator
3688 48 Avenue NE
Calgary, AB T3J 5C8
Ph: 403.219.3610
Fax: 403.543.1168
Email: natasha@cpalberta.com
Kimberly Mayer
Community Connections Coordinator
17231 105 Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5S 1H2
Ph: 780.477.8030
Fax: 780.471.0855
Email: kimberly@cpalberta.com

 

NEW - Volunteer Share Program

Community agencies and dedicated volunteers now have the opportunity to expand their networks with the Volunteer Share Program. 

This newest initiative will allow non-profit agencies to collaborate with one another in a strengthened capacity.  A solid volunteer base is  created and sustained for all participating organizations to access and community members will have the opportunity to volunteer in a more diverse, unique and rewarding environment.

For more information or to enquire about arranging a volunteer share, please contact:
Calgary:  Natasha Gleiser- 403.219.3610 or email natasha@cpalberta.com. Edmonton:Kimberly Mayer- 780.477.8030 or email kimberly@cpalberta.com.

 

Current Edmonton Volunteer Opportunities

Recreation - Computability Program

This volunteer position is an excellent practicum opportunity for someone who wants to share their computer knowledge and possesses information technology skills. This volunteer will assist individuals with computer start-up and log in, accessing e-mail, browsing the internet, working with productivity software, etc. Patience, teaching skills, a strong knowledge of computers and willingness to help others are an asset.

Dates and Times: Daytime weekday availability required. Sessions are typically one to two hours long and run once a week. Flexibility exists, sessions dates and times can work around your schedule.

Location: Edmonton Office, 17231 – 105 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5S 1H2


Recreation - Ballerina Dreams

This volunteer will assist children with special needs during this modified therapeutic dance program, taught by a registered occupational therapist who is also a dance instructor.  Some experience with children and creative dance would be desirable, as well as a sociable nature and an interest in having fun!

The program runs for eight weeks and a time commitment of 45 minutes to one hour would be necessary.

Location: DanceCo Ltd, 9030 McKenney Avenue, St. Albert, AB.

Recreation - Members' Support Group

Need a night away from studying? Come socialize with our members' support group. This volunteer will be helping with group interactions, group member participation, and other various activities. A desire to socialize, have fun and be a friend is a must!

Dates: 1st Thursday of every month
Times: 6:15pm - 8:45pm (approx.)
Location: Villa Marguerite (9810 - 165 St.) In the auditorium



Recreation - Members' Support Group Dinner Night

Need a night away from studying? Come socialize with our members' support group and enjoy an evening out at an Edmonton restaurant. This volunteer will assist members as needed. Desire to assist members with meals, socialize, and be a good friend is a must!

Please note that the volunteer is a paying guest at these dinners.

Dates: Last Thursday of every month
Times: 6:00pm - 8:30pm (approx.)
Location: At various eateries in the City of Edmonton


 

Special Events -

 Life Without Limits (LWL) Challenge:

 

 Edmonton BIKE-a-THON

Come on out and help with our yearly race. Have a great time helping out while getting to know lots of great people.
Date: Sunday, September 20, 2009
Location: Gold Bar Park

Call Centre Opportunities

Do you like to talk to people?
A volunteer is needed for the confirmation desk. The task involves calling donors to confirm previously booked pick ups for cloth and household items. This opportunity requires good customer service, a courteous telephone manner, and accuracy.


For more information on Edmonton volunteer opportunities please contact:

Tambra Britner, Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (780) 477-8030
Email: tambra@cpalberta.com


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Current Calgary Volunteer Opportunities

Funding Request Committee

If you are interested in becoming a funding request committee member for the Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta please contact our main office at 403-543-1161


Art Fundamentals

If you have an artistic streak then this is the position for you! Come help participants to create works of art through painting, sculpting, drawing and more, as well as helping our art instructor to prepare materials and clean up. One volunteer is needed who would also be able to assist a participant with mobility and moving from a chair to a wheelchair.

Dates: Thursday Mornings, for 12 weeks
Time: 9:30am - 11:30am
Location: Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta (3688 48 Ave. NE).

Special Events - Life Without Limits Gala (Pre-Event)

We are seeking volunteers to help with plan our annual gala.

Dates:

January - May 2010

Location:

CPAA




Special Events - Life Without Limits Gala

Come on out to help with our yearly Gala! Have a great time helping out while getting to know lots of great people.

Dates:

Friday, May 7, 2010

Location:

Deerfoot Inn: Casino, Calgary Alberta



For more information please contact:

Natasha Gleiser, Volunteer Events Coordinator
Phone: 403-219-3610
Email: natasha@cpalberta.com



   

 

 
   


 
   

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  HEAD OFFICE - CALGARY
Tel: 1-403-543-1161
Fax: 1-403-543-1168
Toll Free: 1-800-363-2807
  EDMONTON OFFICE
Tel: 1-780-477-8030
Fax: 1-780-471-0855
Toll Free: 1-888-477-8030