The Volunteer Program at Barrie Public Library offers a variety of opportunities for individuals to participate in a valuable service to the community. We welcome applications from all interested individuals who are 14 years of age or older. Students are welcome to apply. Review the positions listed below to see if there is something suitable for you. A full description is available by clicking on the position title. Files are in PDF format.

Shelf reading and shelving library materials DETAILS
(Must be 14 years of age or older)
Join our team of dedicated volunteers who help keep our shelves tidy and materials in order. This position requires an individual with organizational skills who can make a commitment of two hours per week.

Circle of Readers DETAILS COMING SOON
(Must be 14 years of age or older; Police Records Check required)
Would you like to share your love of reading with children? If so, the Circle of Readers may be the opportunity you have been looking for. This is a one hour program for children ages 6-9. Volunteers work one on one with a child for part of the hour, then everyone joins together to share activities and a book or two. Offered weekly at two different times – after school or evening; two sessions offered per school year.

Teen Advisory Board DETAILS
(Must be 14-19 years of age and attending a local secondary school)
TAB members meet monthly to help plan and provide library-related services to teens. Most Barrie high schools are represented and TAB members help spread the word on Library events to teens across Barrie. This is a great way to earn Community Involvement hours while having fun with your peers.

Kozlov Café customer service DETAILS
(Must be 16 years of age or older)
The Kozlov Café offers hot drinks and snacks to members of the public and customers of the Library. Volunteer participation is vital to our success. Proceeds from sales are used towards Library services. Café volunteers are expected to do a three hour shift each week. Days, evenings and weekends available. A six month commitment is preferred.

Helen G. Saso Boutique customer service DETAILS
(Must be 16 years of age or older)
The Helen G. Saso Boutique is a fundraising venture for the Library. Volunteer participation is vital to our success. Volunteers assist customers with their purchases of books and Library promotional items such as mugs and tote bags. This position requires a two hour shift each week. Days, evenings and weekends available. A six month commitment is preferred.

Visiting Library Service DETAILS
Delivery of Library Materials to the Homebound
(Must be at least 16 years of age; Police Record Check required; driver’s licence and use of a car with valid insurance is required).
Library customers who are not able to visit the Library in person due to age, illness or physical disability welcome our VLS volunteers who deliver library materials right to their door. Volunteers also drop off books to health care institutions. If you would like to be a valuable link in this service and can give about two hours of your time every 3 weeks, please contact us.

All volunteer applicants at the Barrie Public Library are screened to ensure an appropriate match is made between the volunteer and the position applied for. The screening process includes completion of a volunteer application form (must be submitted with two reference checks attached), a formal interview, orientation, training and follow-up. Police Records Checks may also be required depending on the volunteer placement.

Feel free to contact our Manager, Volunteer Resources at 728-1010 ext 7005 or by e-mail at bplvolunteer@barrie.ca for further information.

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