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Volunteering at the library

Volunteers provide a unique and vital role in the delivery of library services in our community. At Greater Sudbury Public Library (GSPL), we are committed to offering a variety of enticing volunteer opportunities for both adults and teens throughout our 13 locations. 

Becoming a volunteer

To become a volunteer at GSPL, you will need to complete the following steps:

  • Review the Current Volunteer Opportunities for Adults or Teens to determine your area of interest
  • Complete an online application form or print an application and drop it off at your nearest location
  • Complete a brief intake interview determining if volunteering at GSPL is right for you
  • Receive an orientation including tour of the building, volunteer space, introduction to the staff, review of policies, procedures and health and safety basics
  • Receive additional job orientation and training from your in-branch volunteer coordinator related specifically to your volunteer role

Adult volunteer opportunities

Teen volunteer opportunities

Recognizing our volunteers

Recognizing the contributions of our adult and teen volunteers is important to us - for without volunteers we would not be able to achieve all that we do!

VolunTeens will receive an official Letter of Reference upon completion of their placement at the library, and a confirmation of the total amount of time spent at the library if the hours are to count as part of the Community Service Hours requirement for high school graduation.

For more information on our Volunteer Program, please contact Laura Lavigne at 705-673-1155, extension 4767.

Adult volunteer opportunities

GSPL's volunteer program strives to connect youth with the library, and offers the opportunity for young adults to connect with other adults and seniors in their own community in a variety of ways.

The VolunTeen Program also provides volunteer roles for students in Grades 9-12 currently attending any high school in the City of Greater Sudbury so that they may fulfill their Community Service Hours requirement before graduation.

By volunteering at the library you can make a difference while using and developing your skills and abilities in any one of the following areas:

Adult volunteer opportunities

Gardener

A number of Greater Sudbury Public Library locations rely on volunteers each year to care for small planters and flower beds alongside or in front of their facilities. Plants, small hand tools and watering supplies are provided by the location, the volunteer is asked to provide ongoing tending between spring and fall. A seasonal commitment is preferred at the following locations: Azilda, Coniston, Chelmsford, Garson, New Sudbury, and South End.

To find out more, please contact one of the branches listed to discuss current gardening needs.

Read the Position Description to see if this role is right for you: Gardener.

Homebound Delivery

If you have a few free hours each month, you may be interested in volunteering for the Homebound Service.
New volunteers are always needed. Delivering library materials to those who are unable to visit the library because of age or health considerations can be very rewarding.

To find out more, please contact Janni Kranz at 705-673-1155, extension 4781.

Read the Position Description to see if this role is right for you: Homebound Volunteer.

Local History

Assist in preserving materials of historic value to the community through the production of preservation-quality scans of publications, microfilm, photographs, slides and negatives. This position is limited to the Main Library due to the specialized equipment required and the unique nature of this collection.

To find out more, please contact Kristen Bertrand at 705-673-1155, extension 4780.

Read the Position Description to see if this role is right for you: Local History Volunteer.

Program Helper

Some of our ongoing in-branch programs could use a helping hand with preparation, set up and take down.

To find out more, please contact Quinn VanEssen at 705-673-1155, extension 4758.

Read the Position Description to see if this role is right for you: Program Helper.

Special Event Helper

Assist Library Staff with the preparation, set up and take down of a large scale library event. The help required will be tailored to the needs of each event and directed by Library Programming Staff in charge of the event, or their designate.

To find out more, please contact Quinn VanEssen at 705-673-1155, extension 4758.

Read the Position Description to see if this role is right for you: Special Event Helper.

Tech Tutor

Tech-savvy volunteers can assist seniors and other adults to navigate new devices and technologies, or work with them in a group or individual setting to enhance basic knowledge of computers, typing or mousing and internet skills.

Please contact the library location of your choice to see what their general need is now. 
Read the Position Description to see if this role is right for you: Tech Tutor.

Workshop Facilitator

Greater Sudbury Public Library is looking for individuals who would like to share their skills and knowledge to others in our community by leading a workshop, presenting a talk or teaching a new skill.

To find out more about being a Workshop Facilitator, please contact Quinn VanEssen at 705-673-1155, extension 4758.

Read the Position Description to see if this role is right for you: Workshop Facilitator.
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Teen Volunteer Opportunities

GSPL's volunteer program strives to connect youth with the library, and offers the opportunity for young adults to connect with other adults and seniors in their own community in a variety of ways.

The VolunTeen Program also provides volunteer roles for students in Grades 9-12 currently attending any high school in the City of Greater Sudbury so that they may fulfill their Community Service Hours requirement before graduation.

By volunteering at the library you can make a difference while using and developing your skills and abilities in any one of the following areas:

Teen volunteer opportunities

General VolunTeen

Assist library staff in your local branch in a variety of ways, including but not limited to: preparing the library for programs and events, helping older adults with technology related problems and assisting with local book sales.

Please contact the library location of your choice to see what their general need is at this time.

Read the Position Description to see if this role is right for you: General VolunTeen.

Local History

Assist in preserving materials of historic value to the community through the production of preservation-quality scans of publications, microfilm, photographs, slides and negatives. Due to the specialized equipment required and the unique nature of this collection, this position is limited to the Main Library for applicants of 16 years of age or older.

To find out more, please contact Kristen Bertrand at 705-673-1155, extension 4780.

Read the Position Description to see if this role is right for you: Local History Volunteer.

Special Event Helper

Assist Library Staff with the preparation, set up / take down of a large scale library event. The type of help needed will be tailored to the needs of each event and directed by Library Programming Staff in charge of the event, or a designate.

To find out more, please contact Quinn VanEssen at 705-673-1155, extension 4758.
Read the Position Description to see if this role is right for you: Special Event Helper.

Technology Tutor

Tech-savvy volunteers can assist seniors and other adults navigate new devices and technologies in an individual setting to enhance basic knowledge of computers, email and internet skills or to help with eReader set up.

Please contact the library location of your choice to see what their general need is now.

Read the Position Description to see if this role is right for you: Tech Tutor.

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