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Volunteering

Summer Student Volunteer Program 2026 – Now Open 

Program Overview:  

The Summer Student Volunteer Program will run for 8 weeks from July 6, 2026, through August 31, 2026. 

To apply, you must: 

  • Be 16 years of age or older by the first day of the program 

  • Be currently enrolled in high school or post-secondary education 

Program Details: 

  • The Summer Student Volunteer Program will run for 8 weeks, from July 6, 2026, through August 31, 2026.   

  • Volunteers must commit to two shifts per week (2–4 hours per shift, depending on the role). Students should be available Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM during the placement process; after placement, volunteers only need to be available for their assigned shifts. 

  • Volunteers will volunteer on-site, supporting patients, visitors and residents. Remote or virtual roles are not available.  

  • Volunteers do not perform medical tasks or any duties that conflict with labor relations collective agreements. 

Important Dates: 

  • Recruitment opens: Monday, February 2 

  • Recruitment closes: Friday, February 13 

  • Interview scheduling: Students selected to move forward will be contacted between March 2 and March 12 to arrange a virtual interview 

Students who are interested in volunteering this summer can email volunteer@lh.ca to receive and submit the initial questionnaire. 

We are grateful to all students who take the time to express interest in volunteering at Lakeridge Health. Due to the high volume of interest we receive each year, only those selected to move forward with an interview will be contacted. 

Thank you for your enthusiasm and interest in being part of our volunteer community. We look forward to hearing from you! 

Adult Volunteer Recruitment Update – Now Open 

We’re happy to share that volunteer recruitment is currently open for adult volunteers who are not enrolled in university, college, or trade school at the following sites. Please click on a role listed under the site of your choice to view more information. If you’re interested or have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at volunteer@lh.ca — we’d be happy to help! 

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.