Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer for the election

To make the 2026 election a success, we need enthusiastic people to work at our many voting locations on election day. We will have over 30 voting sites across the City, serving more than 70,000 potential voters. 

With nearly 300 positions to fill, we’re counting on volunteers like you.  It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with friends, meet new people, and engage with the community. Join us and be part of something important!

The volunteer application will be posted closer to the 2026 election.

Questions?

Phone: 905-356-7521
Email: clerk@niagarafalls.ca 

Our Adopt-A-Programs allow individuals, families, businesses, and community groups to actively maintain and beautify public spaces. By adopting a park, trail, walkway, hydrant, or street, you commit to cleaning up and helping to keep our city clean, green, and safe. It’s a rewarding way to contribute and see the positive impact of your efforts firsthand.

Visit these pages to learn more and to sign up.

• Adopt-A-Street/Trail/Park/Walkway: Help keep our community litter-free
• Adopt-A-Hydrant: Help keep a hydrant near your home clear of tall grass and snow, allowing Firefighters to reach it quickly in emergencies

Are you interested in becoming a Lifeguard or Swim Instructor? We’re looking for enthusiastic youth ages 13 to 15 to assist our swim instructors during lessons.

This is a great way to gain experience, build your skills, and work toward teaching your own lessons in the future. To volunteer, you must have completed at least your Bronze Star or Bronze Medallion.

Join our aquatics team! Contact us at 905-356-7521 or email service@niagarafalls.ca.

Find out more about the course path to becoming a life guard or swim instructor on our Swimming Certification Courses page.

Join us for our annual Canada Day Celebration. Various volunteer duties are available.

Date: July 1, 2026
Times:  Various times between 8:15 am and 7:15 pm
Location: Firemen’s Park, 2275 Dorchester Road
Roles: Inflatable and games attendants, greeters, craft zone attendants (more details are on the online form)
Community/student service hours: We’re happy to verify and sign off on your volunteer hours for community service or student requirements! 
Contact: 905-356-7521 or service@niagarafalls.ca
About the event: Visit the Canada Day page

Please take part in helping to keep our community clean!  You can volunteer during our scheduled clean-up events or choose our flexible anytime clean-up program to volunteer on any day you are available.

For more details, visit our Community Clean up page.

To learn about volunteer opportunities visit the Niagara Falls Public Library website.

MYAC gives youth a voice in the community while creating exciting opportunities and events each year. We’re always looking for youth volunteers to jump in and help, and we welcome adult mentors to share their support and guidance. From community events to collaborations with partners like Project Share, there are plenty of ways to get involved and make a difference.

Interested? Email service@niagarafalls.ca to join the team!

Learn more about MYAC

The Niagara Falls Farmers’ Market will be looking for volunteers for the 2026 season.

Dates: Saturdays from May 23, 2026 to October 10, 2026
Duties: Help set up and tear down, assist vendors and keep track of attendance. The majority of the work takes place at the start and end of each shift.
Location:

• Niagara Square , 7155 Montrose Road (from May 23 to June 27)
• MacBain Community Center, 7150 Montrose Road (from July 4 to October 10)

Time: Volunteers can work one shift, a few shifts or every week. Shifts are 6:15 am to 1:30 pm, rain or shine (the Market runs from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm)
Ages and other requirements: Volunteers must be 17 years of age or older and able to lift 40 to 50 pounds on occasion
Community/student service hours: We’re happy to verify and sign off on your volunteer hours for community service or student requirements!
Contact: If interested, please forward your complete contact information and volunteer dates. To apply, please email jguarasci@niagarafalls.ca or call 905-356-7521 ext. 3341. Please note that the shift must be completed for the full duration of the time slot indicated above to be approved for this position. 

Volunteer with the Niagara Falls Museums and the Niagara Falls Exchange. Help out with activities and events such as exhibition openings, Family Day, March break, Niagara Night of Art, Drummond Hill cemetery tours and more. 

Dates: Various 
Times: Various
Locations: Various
Community/student service hours:  We’re happy to verify and sign off on your volunteer hours for community service or student requirements! 
Contact: 905-358-5082 or nfhmuseum@niagarafalls.ca
About the Museums: Visit the Niagara Falls Museums page

Love meeting new people? Our Older Adult Programs are looking for friendly volunteers (ages 60+) to help out at our greeter’s desk. It’s a great way to stay active, connect with others, and be part of the fun at the MacBain Community Centre. 

Dates/times: Various opportunities available Monday to Friday.

How to apply: Stop by our Customer Service desk to fill out an application. Located at the MacBain Community Centre, 7150 Montrose Road.

Contact: Call 905-356-7521 or email service@niagarafalls.ca for more details.

We always need volunteers to help keep the outdoor rinks in great shape! If you live nearby and can shovel snow or flood the rink, we’d love your help.

Learn more and sign up on our Outdoor Rinks page.

Volunteers are needed to help at the annual Santa Claus Parade.

Date: November 14, 2026
Time: 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Location: Downtown Niagara Falls
Roles: Volunteers are needed for various roles, including mascot handlers, costumed characters, banner carriers, volunteer orientation, and more!
Community/student service hours: We’re happy to verify and sign off on your volunteer hours for community service or student requirements!
Contact: 905-356-7521 ext. 4359 or mnicholls@niagarafalls.ca
About the event:  Visit the Santa Claus Parade page

Help grow a greener community. Future events will be posted on our Green Events page.

Community/student service hours: We’re happy to verify and sign off on your volunteer hours for community service or student requirements! 

Contact: 905-356-7521 or service@niagarafalls.ca

Learn more on our Firefighter Recruitment and Training page.