Volunteer

Currently Closed: All Student Volunteer Recruitment Until Fall 2025

Whether you are in high school or post-secondary, we appreciate your interest in giving back and being part of our community. While student volunteer spots are currently full, we are excited to welcome new volunteers in the future!

Please check back here for updates and contact volunteer@lh.ca if you have any questions. 

Current Closed: Volunteer Recruitment for All Healthcare Facilities

Thank you to the incredible outpouring of interest from our community. We have had a truly remarkable response to our recent volunteer recruitment campaign. At this time, we are placing recruitment on hold as we work to welcome and onboard the many generous individuals who have stepped forward to support our healthcare system. 

We are so grateful to each and every person who reached out to offer their time, energy and heart. Your support is greatly appreciated by our team and those we serve. 

If you missed this recruitment round but would still like to get involved in the future, stay tuned for updates here as soon as new opportunities become available. As always, if you have any questions, please contact volunteer@lh.ca. 

Currently Open: Volunteer Retail Roles

Are you passionate about helping others and enjoy working in a friendly, customer-focused environment? We are currently welcoming new adult volunteers to join our retail teams in support of our local hospital auxiliaries and association. Whether it is assisting customers, organizing merchandise, or helping behind the scenes, your time can make a real difference.

If you are ready to give back and gain valuable experience, we would love to hear from you! Please contact volunteer@lh.ca for more information.

Why Volunteer?

Studies have shown that volunteerism improves health by strengthening the body, improving mood and lessening stress. Additionally, volunteering can increase self-esteem, enhance various skills and expand career paths.
Source: VolunteerHub

Volunteers are an essential part of the Lakeridge Health team and help to create a caring and supportive environment in our hospitals, our long-term care home in Ajax, Lakeridge Gardens, and in our numerous community facilities, including the Jerry Coughlan Health & Wellness Centre. We believe volunteers at Lakeridge Health embody the values of this organization every time they come into our facilities – Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy!

At Lakeridge Health, we are dedicated to creating an environment that mirrors the diversity of Durham Region. We invite everyone in the community to join us in building a more diverse and inclusive group of volunteers to help shape a vibrant and inclusive community and support healthcare in Durham Region. Learn more in our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism Multi-Year Action Plan.