Being a Volunteer 
Volunteering is an Canadian tradition that over the years has made an immeasurable contribution to communities, organizations and individuals throughout the country. Volunteering your time and talents is a powerful way to change the world. 

Why you volunteer 
People who have spent time volunteering report that they get back in satisfaction and joy more than they ever expend in inconvenience or effort—what you get back is immeasurable. You'll also receive these benefits:

•  Volunteering makes you feel needed
•  Volunteering can lead to learning new skills  
•  Volunteering helps you meet new people and breaks down barriers of   misunderstanding, mistrust and fear
•  Volunteering can create new contacts which may help your business or career

Volunteering at Bang The Drum 
Just like St. Christopher House, much of our work would not be possible without the dedication, time and commitment of our volunteers. There are nearly sixty volunteers in the Bang The Drum program.  
 
There are two kinds of volunteer placements:

1. Computer Tutor
There are three levels of computer lessons: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. The volunteers who have good computer knowledge and good communication skills in English are qualified for this position.

2. Site Supervisor/Technical Support
There are ten Bang The Drum sites in west downtown, Toronto. Most of the sites provide drop-in services. The site supervisor will provide one on one support: Hardware/Software installation, trouble shooting, answering questions, supervising drop in community members.  The candidates should have some basic knowledgeof network and computer systems as well as good communication skills.

How to apply 
Contact the volunteer coordinator of St. Christopher House
Fernando Lusvarghi: (416) 532-4828 ext. 105