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ABOUT STRONG START

We believe in changing children’s lives by helping them learn to read. Our mission at Strong Start is to help children learn to read by providing unique programs and services through community-wide partnerships. Experiences in the family, in early learning environments and in the elementary school years have a critical influence on a child’s long-term development. Strong Start programs provide proactive intervention, reaching children early in their development – when the greatest impact is possible.

Strong Start was founded in Waterloo Region as a community project in 2001. Today we offer programs across 11 regions in Ontario, in over 400 locations and we are poised to grow. Our programs are research-based, use sound educational techniques, and achieve measurable results. At current scale we are helping approximately 5,000 children each year. To-date over 56,000 children have benefited from Strong Start programming.

Strong Start has been nimble and innovative during the pandemic to ensure that we continue to support children and provide resources to parents. Despite the pandemic, Strong Start remains a viable charitable organization with financial stability. Our supporters continue to see the impact of the programs we are providing and we believe the need for our programs in the post-pandemic environment will be greater than ever.

ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS

Letters, Sounds and Words™

This flagship 10-week program supports children ages 5-9 from diverse backgrounds and helps them develop foundational literacy skills. It is delivered in elementary schools by nearly 3,000 trained community volunteers. The children are identified by their teacher as needing a literacy boost. Visit Letters, Sounds and Words to learn more about this program and where it is offered. Program partners include: Public and Catholic Schools, First Nation and Six Nations schools, faith-based schools, and schools for children with exceptionalities.

Get Ready for School™

This research-based, early intervention program targets children primarily from low socio- economic backgrounds and /or children for whom English is an additional language and is designed to address gaps in school readiness and early learning that often exist at kindergarten entry. This 22-week program is delivered in community centre settings by trained staff and volunteers.Visit Get Ready for School to learn more about this program and where it is offered.

Baby Connections®

Delivered through community partner agencies in Waterloo Region and Perth County, this program supports parents and babies 6-12 months of age. Families receive a kit of quality resources including books, a sensory toy and music downloads. They also receive coaching about their babies’ brain development and how their intentional interactions with their baby nurtures attachment and lays the developmental pathways for language and literacy development. Visit Baby Connections to learn more about this program and where it is offered.

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  • Commitment: 3 years beginning September 2024

  • About BBBSOLA: For over 50 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of London and Area has been supporting children and youth (Littles) in our community by providing them with a mentor, or a Big, as we call them. All of our programs—whether it’s 1:1 matching or group sessions—have the gold standard of mentorship at their core.

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Bereaved Families of Ontario – Southwest Region (BFO-SW) is one of 10 Bereaved Families organizations across Ontario. BFO dedicates its work to bereavement support through self-help, group work, mutual aid, and public education to help increase the awareness and understanding of death, grief, and bereavement. BFO-SW is looking for individuals interested in making meaningful contributions to a community based organization by leveraging professional or lived experience in grief and loss.

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Board of Directors Volunteer Opportunity

WILL Employment Solutions (WILL) drives innovative employment solutions to bring immigrants and employers together. WILL is a not-for-profit charitable organization that has been providing quality employment services and support in London and area for over 35 years. Currently, WILL is recruiting for members of the WILL Board of Directors. WILL serves more than 1,000 clients annually. WILL’s clients come from all walks of life and circumstances. Over 95% of WILL clients are newcomers or immigrants to Canada. WILL is looking for new Board members who are interested in the work of the organization and will champion the mission, vision and values of WILL, feel strongly about making a commitment to our community and are interested in making a difference in the lives of others.

At this time, WILL is particularly looking for experience in the following skills: Accounting/Financial, Employment Law and Strategic Planning, however, all applicants will be considered. Previous experience serving on a Board of Directors is an asset, but not essential. Those with lived immigration experience are encouraged to apply.

WILL Board applicants will also be considered for any Board vacancies at the Skill Centre. The WIL Skill Centre is a non-profit corporation that manages property in downtown London for leasing to social and community organizations and agencies. Skill Centre Board members further develop the mission, mandate and strategic plan of the Skill Centre while supporting the organization is attracting new collaborative not-for-profit partners into the space.

Meals on Wheels London Board of Directors

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FOR PROSPECTIVE CANDIDATES

 

Candidates are asked to send a resume and cover letter to the Executive Directors ccallander@mowl.ca . Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of people, and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity at Meals on Wheels London are encouraged to identify their experiences and potential contributions in their application cover letter.

 

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Heritage London Foundation is an innovative charitable organization founded in 1981 that advocates for the preservation of significant heritage properties. Heritage London Foundation provides viable contemporary uses for two beautiful houses, the Elsie Perrin Williams Estate and Grosvenor Lodge, and is open to future projects. Revenue from Grosvenor Lodge and Elsie Perrin Williams Estate assists Heritage London Foundation to preserve, protect and promote London’s built heritage for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations. In addition, HLF collaborates with other heritage groups and museums to educate the public and raise awareness about the profound importance of conserving London’s heritage buildings.

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Join Young London’s Board of Directors

About us:

Young London is an organization by young people, for young people that focuses on empowering one another through community engagement. We support young people in using their skills to positively impact our community through research, community projects, and other forms of civic engagement.

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