Choose Your Volunteer Path

Every skill, schedule, and interest has a place in our mission. Discover how your unique talents can help build homes and communities through volunteering.

Individual Volunteering
Join our build sites, help at ReStore locations, or support our office operations. Perfect for Individuals looking to make a direct impact
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Corporate Sponsorships
Partner with us through team build days, sponsorships, or custom corporate volunteering programs. Engage your team while supporting our mission.
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Students and Co-Ops
We welcome high school and post-secondary co-op students, as well as interns, to join us in a variety of roles that meet educational requirements while contributing to Habitat’s mission.
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Volunteer Opportunities

From construction sites to retail floors, find the perfect volunteer opportunity that matches your interests, skills, and schedule. All opportunities include training and support. Volunteers 14-15 years of age must be accompanied with a parent or guardian. CSA approved steel toes boots are required for ReStore and build.

Stittsville ReStore Electrical Tester
Stittsville
3-4 Hours per shift
As an Electrical Tester, you will play a key role in ensuring that donated electrical items meet safety and functionality standards before being sold at the ReStore.
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Store Upkeep
Stittsville
3-4 Hours per shift
As a Store Upkeep Volunteer, you will help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for customers, donors, and volunteers at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore.
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ReStore Apparel Processor
Stittsville
3-4 Hours per shift
As an Apparel Processor, you will assist in preparing donated clothing and textiles for sale in the Habitat for Humanity ReStore.
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ReStore Community Outreach
Remote and In Person
3-4 Hours per shift
The Outreach Ambassador plays a critical role in building connections between Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa and community organizations.
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ReStore Merchandising
Stittsville
3-4 Hours per shift
As a Merchandising Volunteer, you will use your creativity and organizational skills to design appealing displays and ensure the ReStore’s sales floor is inviting and easy to navigate.
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ReStore- E-Comm
Trainyards ReStore and/or Stittsville ReStore
11am-3pm Shifts
Volunteers are at the heart of what we do at Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa. Our volunteers’ dedication, reliability and skills are the keys to our success. This support allows Habitat Greater Ottawa to raise funds to cover the affiliate’s operational costs and build homes in the community.
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ReStore- Pricing
Stittsville
3-4 Hours per shift, flexible
As a Pricing Volunteer, you will help determine appropriate prices for donated items, ensuring they are fair, competitive, and aligned with ReStore standards.
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ReStore- Store Upkeep
Stittsville
3-4 Hours per shift, flexible
As a Store Upkeep Volunteer, you will help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for customers, donors, and volunteers at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore.
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Homeownership Mentor
Remote and In Person
2-5 hours per month, one build cycle minimum
As a Homeownership Mentor you will work directly with Future Habitat
Homeowners from the time of acceptance into the Affordable Homeownership Program until 3-6 months post move-in; Approx. 12-18 months.
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Other Ways to Support Our Mission

Can’t volunteer regularly? No problem. There are many other meaningful ways to contribute to our work building homes and hope in the community.

Make a Donation
When you make a financial gift, you join hundreds of other people whose donations come together to help more people and communities build.
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Shop at our Restore
Purchase quality furniture, appliances, home décor and more while helping homeowners build better lives for themselves and their families.
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Spread the Word
Follow us on social media, share our mission, and help us reach more families in need.
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