We are actively searching for volunteers to serve on the Board of Governors. If you are interested, please fill out an application form here.

Commitment =three to five hours a month.

Elevate your volunteer experience by becoming a face of Ongwanada at The Play! Charitable Gaming Association (PCGA. Here’s your chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the excitement of Bingo fundraiser games.

Here’s how it works: PCGA graciously reserves dedicated shifts for Ongwanada on an annual basis. During these games, our organization takes the stage, represented by two dedicated volunteers for a concise but impactful two-hour stint.

As an Ongwanada ambassador, your role is pivotal. You’ll mingle with players, announce card numbers, and ensure the gaming space stays spick and span between rounds.

** Volunteers should be at least 19 years young and commit to a valuable training session at PCGA.

Just as the title suggests! Share your friendship with another and reap the sweet rewards of enjoying favourite activities, outings, and past times with a treasured friend. So many smiles and special memories are guaranteed.  

Commitment = once per week to a minimum of once per month.

Enjoy, relax and unwind while engaging a small group in a game of cards, a craft project, a baking endeavor, a home spa afternoon, or a good old-fashioned board game.    

Commitment = once per week to a minimum of once per month.

Enhance the experience for those attending our adult day program by bringing your enthusiasm and initiative to the classroom. Provide additional interaction for those attending the program via various activities (walks, games and toys, reading). 

 Commitment = once per week.

Our warm and inviting Hydrotherapy Pool awaits you. Get on your suit and accompany an individual into the soothing waters. Foster, another’s well-being while encouraging movement through recreational pool activities.  

Commitment = once per week.

Share your musical talents, whether it be an angelic voice or the playing of an instrument. Share those sweet sounds to compliment memorial services, Christmas time caroling, Spiritual services, our Circle of a Friends music club, and other special Ongwanada events. 

Commitment = varies – can be occasional, on-call, and/or once per week for consistently scheduled groups/services.

Be a buddy, be a friend!! In Kingston, this program operates through Best Buddies Canada, Ongwanada, Community Living Kingston, Queen’s University & St. Lawrence College. Students enrolled at either Kingston Post-Secondary School can apply to become a Student Buddy and will be matched/introduced to an individual supported by either agency. Buddy/friend pairs have a blast enjoying community outings together and attending the more significant group-themed events.   

Commitment = September to April (school year), minimum twice monthly.

Be the encouragement that another may need to get moving! Join an individual at the local Y.M.C.A. or an Ongwanada site and be their fitness cheerleader while guiding them through their fitness routine.   

Commitment = once per week.

Be someone’s sunshine! Utilize your compassionate nature and sincere smile while cheering up another during a hospital stay. 

Simply sitting with someone, holding their hand, or reading to them brightens a hospital stay.   

Commitment = on call and as your availability permits.