Transform the Lives of Youth in Your Community

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Step into the classroom and help students take steps in the right direction.

Volunteers are able to bring the real world of work to students by facilitating our interactive learning experiences. Junior Achievement programs are brought to life with your investment of time and expertise, are fun to deliver, and provide immediate feedback and satisfaction. With school and community support, corporate endorsement and it’s easy to get involved and make a big difference. Show students what it takes to accomplish their goals!

Want to make a huge impact?

Company Program may be the perfect opportunity for you! As a Company Program mentor, you are passionate about youth development and youth empowerment.

You want to combine your skills and energy into a meaningful volunteer role with clear and direct impact. Your role as a Company Program mentor is to provide guidance, foster group engagement, keep it fun, and help youth develop self-confidence and self-belief. Company Program has a 3 hour time commitment each week: 2.5 hour meetings once a week and an additional 30 minutes of prep time. The program runs for 15 weeks between February and May.

Only have a few hours to commit?

We’d still love to hear from you! If you want to learn more about our in person volunteer opportunities, message us at programs@janovascotia.ca and we can advise you on our current available positions and next steps.