Volunteers are an essential part of our efforts to ensure the successful integration of newcomer immigrants and refugees. By sharing unique talents, knowledge and time, volunteers make a valuable contribution toward the successful integration and well-being of newcomers.

Join over 300 of our dedicated and experienced volunteers and make a difference in the lives of newcomers to Canada and in your life.

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering can help you enrich your life and the lives of others. As a volunteer you will:

• Make a difference in other people’s lives
• Meet new people
• Discover your strengths and talents
• Gain work experience
• Feel needed and valued
• Learn through service

The variety of opportunities for volunteer involvement at EISA will allow you to choose flexible or scheduled volunteer assignments, and to make a long-term or short-term commitment.

Our Volunteer Opportunities

Here are the current volunteer opportunities at EISA:

• New Neighbors – Friends helping friends settle in Edmonton
• Offering official Translation and Interpretation services
• Become a Volunteer Board Member – 2 hours per month
• Help with ESL and office administration
• Offer academic and social support for immigrant children and youth
• Help in fundraising activities
• Income Tax Volunteers

Please be advised that security checks will be conducted on all potential volunteers.

Make a difference in the Life of a new immigrant

The New Neighbours Program at EISA helps new immigrants and refugees adjust to life in Canada, learn about our values, traditions, community resources, recreational opportunities, language training, job search resources. With the assistance and understanding of volunteers, the New Neighbours Program makes a new country feel like home for newcomers.