Getting involved in the community is a valuable way to spend time and make a difference in people’s lives. It also makes the IMS, University of Toronto, and our broader community a more inclusive and productive place.
Opportunities may be limited due to COVID-19.
Community Support
The City of Toronto (municipal opportunities)
There are many opportunities for the public to get involved with the City of Toronto throughout the year. The City actively encourages participation by its residents in order to make our city a better place for all to live, work, learn and play.
Volunteer Toronto
Volunteer Toronto is Canada’s largest volunteer centre with over 40 years of experience connecting volunteers to the organizations that need them. Our services empower local volunteers to find opportunities that make a positive difference in their community.
Habitat for Humanity – Greater Toronto Area
Habitat for Humanity GTA is a local nonprofit housing organization with a global vision of a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live.
The Daily Bread Food Bank
Founded in 1983, Daily Bread Food Bank has grown to become one of Canada’s largest food banks. Daily Bread’s volunteers help prepare meals for shelters, sort and pack non-perishable food donations, work in our on-site food bank, and keep Daily Bread running smoothly.
The Together Project
Together Project connects refugee newcomers and Canadians to build stronger, more integrated communities.
Evidence for Democracy (E4D)
Evidence for Democracy (E4D) is the leading fact-driven, non-partisan, not-for-profit organization promoting the transparent use of evidence in government decision-making in Canada.
Youth & Children
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada
For over 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been championing the health and wellbeing of youth to help prevent the physical and mental effects of adverse childhood experiences.
Right 2 Play
Right To Play aims to protect, educate, and empower children to rise above adversity using the power of play.
YMCA of Greater Toronto
The YMCA GTA is a charity with over 170-years of history igniting the potential in people in the Greater Toronto Area.
Ronald McDonald House Toronto
A leader in providing a family-focused environment and innovative support services to seriously ill children and their families.
Environment & Climate Change
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.
Humanitarian, Health & Wellbeing
Canadian Red Cross
The Canadian Red Cross is the leading humanitarian organization through which people voluntarily demonstrate their caring for others in need.
Canadian Cancer Society
Be part of a team of dedicated peers who help organize community events in support of cancer research and cancer therapy services.
Breast Cancer Society of Canada
The Breast Cancer Society of Canada, (BCSC) is a registered, national non-profit charity dedicated to saving lives through breast cancer research. We raise money to fund patient-focused research for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of breast cancer.
Ovarian Cancer Foundation
Ovarian Cancer Canada champions the health and wellbeing of women with ovarian cancer and others at risk of this disease while advancing research to save lives.
Movember Canada
Men are dying on average 5 years earlier than women, and for largely preventable reasons. Movember is the leading charity changing the face of men’s health.
Osteoporosis Canada
Osteoporosis Canada works to educate, empower and support individuals and communities on bone health and in the risk-reduction and treatment of osteoporosis.