Volunteer by Region
Global
MasksForDocs
Description: Global coordination of donation and requests for PPE.
Canada Wide
Kids Help Phone
Description: Kids Help Phone has seen a surge in calls. Commitment would be 4 hours/week and you need a stable internet connection. Training is 6 weeks.
Toronto
University of Toronto Moriarty Lab
Tasks: Techs to help with extraction; PCR testing; Review requisitions validation; Whole genome sequencing those just willing to roll their sleeves & Fill gaps anywhere whether scientific or non-scientific.
Requirements: Scientists, Senior PhD students, Post-Doctoral Fellows.
University Health Network OpenLab Friendly Neighbour Hotline
Description: Volunteers are ordinary Torontonians who want to help. All volunteers have been vetted. Vetting includes a review of government-issued ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport) and two references, one of which must be from work, school or another volunteer organization. Those who have passed the vetting process must attend mandatory training before being allowed to assist vulnerable seniors.
COVID-19 Volunteer Response Team
Description: A volunteer force that is available for COVID-19 related needs around Toronto. Also a resource for organizations to request volunteer support.
Scarborough Food Security Initiative
Description: During Coronavirus measures, we’re connecting our neighbours in Scarborough Southwest to social and financial support, including: Help with food and supplies while between paycheques and delivery of groceries or medications while self-isolating.
Good Neighbour Project
Description:
COVID-19 Central 