Community Career & Volunteer Expo

Before the Fair 

• Research fair/expo attendees/organizations.
• Explore their websites and social media pages to learn what they do. 
• Register for the fair (advanced registration for this event is preferred but not required). 
• Prepare your resume and print paper copies that you can provide to recruiters.   
• Prepare your personal introduction and some questions you may want to ask the recruiters.   
• Practice your handshake (it should be firm, but not too firm, and dry).  
• Prepare your clothing, business casual attire is recommended.  

During the Fair

• Wear clean, wrinkle free clothes (business casual is ideal), make sure you are well groomed and scent free.  A good first impression is important.   
• Engage in conversation when encouraged to do so.   
• Introduce yourself and use your introduction to quickly indicate key information for example your name, program of study, why you want to volunteer/how you hope to contribute to the organization (keep it short so that both you and recruiter can share information).  
• Always allow the recruiter to finish speaking before responding to a question or asking a question.  
• Ask questions about the volunteer roles, the organization and the best way to connect with them after the fair. 
• Use positive body language and professional communication. 
• Make notes after your interactions about the organizations, positions, application procedures, next steps, tips, follow up requirements, etc.  

After the Fair

• Follow up with recruiters if they indicated that you should do so.  
• If needed for the application process, revise each resume and cover letter based upon the information you have received.  
• Mention in your cover letter that you talked with the recruiter during the fair/expo.
• Apply to positions following instructions.  

Alzheimer Society of Windsor and Essex County

The Alzheimer Society of Windsor and Essex County is a highly respected not-for-profit organization that has provided service to clients with Alzheimer's disease and related

dementias and their care partners since 1981 in a warm, caring environment. Our mission is to alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

Career Opportunities Description: Adult Day Program Supervisor - 18 Month Contract
Application Deadline: October 2, 2026

Overseeing the daily operations of the Adult Day Program, ensuring high-quality, person-centered programming and care for older adults, including individuals living with dementia. This role combines program coordination, staff leadership, and direct client engagement to create a safe, inclusive, and enriching environment.

First Link Care Navigator - 6 Month Contract
Application Deadline: October 23, 2026

Providing education, guidance, and ongoing support to individuals living with dementia and their care partners across Windsor and Essex County. You will work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, offering individual and group education, counselling, assessments, and care planning. Experience in nursing and/or socialwork is beneficial.

Client Support Staff - Student Positions: Applications always accepted due to growing demand in our community for services.

Providing compassionate, person centered care to individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Whether providing support in a client's home or one of our Adult Day Programs, you will build meaningful relationships with clients and their care partners while promoting independence, dignity, safety, engagement, and quality of life. Education or experience in nursing and/or social work is beneficial.

Volunteer Opportunities Description: Volunteers are vital to Alzheimer Society of Windsor & Essex County (ASWE). Volunteers provide their time, enthusiasm, ideas, and skills to help ASWE to better serve our community through a variety of volunteer activities. Without volunteers, many programs and services offered by our organization simply would not exist.ASWE strives to match persons interested in volunteering with volunteer positions suited to their interests, skills, abilities, and availability. Orientation and training are provided based on requirements of the volunteer positions. Long-term, short-term, event, and project-based volunteer positions are available.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Windsor Essex

We provide mentoring opportunities to children and youth ages 6-18 by matching them with a safe adult for mentorship.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteer Mentors 1 hour per week to provide 1:1 friendship and support. Training provided.

Canada Border Services Agency

The Canada Border Services Agency is a federal law enforcement agency that is responsible for border control, immigration enforcement, and customs services in Canada.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:
Now hiring for front-line Border Services Officers Trainees (FB-02).
Also currently hiring for Student Border Services Officers through FSWEP

Chatham-Kent Hospice

Hospice Palliative Care is a philosophy of care which focuses on comfort, quality of life, and supporting the precious moments families will share with their loved ones during their final days together. The Chatham-Kent Hospice is a charitable organization that operates a 10-bed residential facility that serves people with life-threatening illnesses and those they call family and friends. In collaboration and consultation with physicians, a multi-disciplinary care team, and volunteers, we support our residents to live each day with dignity and honour by providing compassionate, end- of-life care in a home-like setting. To learn more about our Residential Hospice and Supportive Care Programs, visit https://chathamkenthospice.com/

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

Spiritual Care Coordinator
Kitchen Volunteer
Direct Support Volunteer

Community Living Essex County

Community Living Essex County is a progressive organization offering a wide range ofsupports and services to individuals with an intellectual disability and their families throughout Essex County. The agency employs over 600 dedicated full and part-time support professionals and will be hiring for summer student positions. If you are interested in supporting people with an intellectual disability in all aspects of their life and being part of a dynamic team, please review the following eligibility and job description

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

All positions provide additional support to people with Intellectual Disabilities. Ensuring regular participation in community, recreational and leisure activities.

The focus of community involvement will be on learning, volunteering, leisure activities and safety. Providing assistance to people supported in their home

Community Living Windsor

We support people with an intellectual disability, and their families, as they pursue possibilities, make choices, and achieve the life they want. We are a not-for-profit charitable organization and have been part of the fabric of the community in Windsor, Ontario since 1952.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

Substitute Direct Support Professionals deliver support and assistance to people with intellectual disabilities within their homes in the Windsor area. Some responsibilities for this position involve providing support with daily needs like personal care, administering medication, cooking, cleaning, and assisting people both at home and out in the community. Overall supporting people to live full lives as they see fit.

Qualifications:

• Negative Vulnerable Sector Police Clearance
• Valid Ontario Driver's License (G2 or higher)
• Clean Driving Record (3 Year Uncertified Drivers Abstract)
• Standard First Aid/ Intermediate First Aid CPR C AED certification, can be obtained after hireN95 Fit Test, can be obtained after hire
• Ability to work overnight shifts & Holidays (flexibility in working hours is a requirement)
• Demonstrate mature and sound judgement
• Communicate with sensitivity and respect Education and experience is not required but would be considered an asset

CLW is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. CLW offers accommodation for applicantswith disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation.

No phone calls please. While we thank all who apply, only those selected for an interview will receive a reply.

Corrections Ontario

The Solicitor General, Ontario is providing employment opportunities across various positions in Corrections and across the province.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

We're hiring for a wide range of unionized careers across more than 144 provincial correctional and community supervision locations throughout Ontario. Opportunities include administrative and clerical support, mechanics, chaplains, facility maintenance staff, rehabilitation and recreation officers, correctional officers, probation and parole officers, murses, social workers, psychologists, psychiatric professionals, pharmacy technicians, and more. Positions vary in qualifications, experience requirements, and salary ranges.

CTMHV

We are situated on a 100 acre site housing one of the largest transportation museums in Ontario, a Heritage Village with over 20 buildings dating from 1700s-1920s, the only Ambulance museum in Canada, and a 50s themed diner.

We offer rental facilities for all sorts of occasions including weddings and showers. We also host many public events and fundraisers throughout the year.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

Village Tour Guide, Gift Shop, Event Support, Museum Tour Guide, Office Support, Construction, Dinner Support Staff, Vehicle Maintenance, Education, Exhibits, Fundraising, Artifacts, Grounds Maintenance, Village Maintenance, and more!

Essential Autism Educational Services Inc.

Essential Autism Education Services is a growing provider of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and respite services supporting children and families across Windsor-Essex and surrounding communities. Our team of Behaviour Technicians and Registered Behaviour Analysts provides individualized, evidence-based services designed to help children build meaningful skills and increase independence. We are passionate about creating a supportive environment for both the families we serve and our team members, with opportunities for students and new graduates to gain hands-on experience in the fields of psychology, behaviour analysis, nursing, education, and developmental services.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

We are currently seeking Behaviour Technicians to join our growing team. This role is a great opportunity for students and recent graduates in Psychology, Behavioural Science, Nursing, Education, Social Work, Developmental Services, or related fields who are looking to gain hands-on experience working with children with autism and other developmental needs. Behaviour Technicians work directly with clients to implement individualized ABA programs under the supervision of a Registered Behaviour Analyst. We offer ongoing training, professional development, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth within our organization.

Family Respite Services

Family Respite Services partners with families caring for children under the age of 18 who have intellectual, physical, or mental health challenges. The main goal is to provide short, flexible care breaks (respite) to strengthen families and help children live meaningful lives in the community.

Care & Accommodations
In-Home Respite: FRS connects families with self-employed direct support providers who offer short care breaks directly inside the family home.

Staffed Respite Homes: The organization operates licensed, staffed locations, including the Solcz Family Respite Home and the Spago Crescent Home. These locations provide after-school support, weekend overnights, and summer daytime programs for groups of 4 to 6 children.

Community & Recreation
Community-Based Respite: FRS collaborates with municipal recreation departments to provide active programming, such as summer day camps, where children can socialize and

participate alongside their peers. Super Saturdays: A dedicated, staff-supervised weekend program run in partnership with the City of Windsor and Town of LaSalle that features structured activities like cooking, swimming, crafts, and sports.

Funding & Administration Support
Program Navigation: Family Coordinators work directly with parents to guide them through applications for provincial relief programs like Special Services at Home (SSAH) and Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD). Direct Support Matching: They host a secure matching system and mobile app, allowing parents to safely screen, interview, and hire caregivers tailored to their child's specific medical or behavioral needs.Specialized Caregiver CareRespitality: In partnership with the local hospitality sector, FRS periodically provides completely free, short-break perks to unpaid caregivers-such as restaurant dinners or overnight hotel stays-to combat parental burnout.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:
Employee & Paid Roles

Direct Support Providers (CHAP Workers): This is the most common paid role. Workers operate mostly as self-employed contractors or short-term contractual staff who work 4 to 6 hours a week. They provide direct care, community engagement, and social skill development for a child, paid out through provincial funding models.

Staffed Home Personnel: Part-time, casual, and relief staff are hired to manage operations inside the organization's physical locations. They oversee after-school care, weekend overnights, and structured group routines.

Family Coordinators & Navigators: These professional administrative positions involve conducting family intakes, managing active caseloads, and helping parents navigate funding streams and direct-care matching systems.

Volunteer Opportunities

Fundraising Events: Volunteers assist with the organization's various charity events held throughout the year. Tasks include event setup and teardown, managing registration tables, and helping coordinate silent auctions.

Community Relations Support: Individuals can volunteer alongside the community relations team to help market programs, manage corporate sponsorships, or assist with donor outreach.

Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare

At Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare, we are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of the Windsor-Essex community through the delivery of person-centred, value-based care. Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare is a specialty hospital offering services in Mental Health & Addictions; Rehabilitative Care; Complex Medical and Palliative Care; and Children and Youth Mental Health. We offer a unique blend of services including but not limited to community and home-based services. In collaboration with our healthcare and inter-sectorial partners, Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare is providing care in new ways and in new locations throughout the region to address barriers, improve access and patient outcomes and improve the overall patient experience.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities: Refer to website

Paws in Recovery

Paws in Recovery is a registered Canadian charity based in Windsor, Ontario, dedicated to providing safe, supportive spaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals living with addiction and mental health challenges. Our programs focus on peer support, recovery, wellness, life skills, community connection, and harm reduction through inclusive, trauma-informed programming. We offer community-based programs and are developing a residential recovery model that will provide safe housing and support for individuals who may face barriers to traditional services. Paws in Recovery works closely with community partners and volunteers to reduce isolation, strengthen recovery, and build a more inclusive and supportive community.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:
Paws in Recovery is currently seeking volunteers to support our growing organization and community programs. Volunteer opportunities may include supporting drop-in programs and events, peer and community support, fundraising, outreach, social media, administrative tasks, animal-related activities, and helping with our developing residential program. We welcome individuals who are passionate about 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, recovery, mental health, community service, and making a positive difference. As our organization grows and funding becomes available, future employment opportunities may also be developed.

Réseau-Femmes du Sud-Ouest de l'Ontario

Réseau-Femmes du sud-ouest de l'Ontario, a Canadian non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting Francophone women who have experienced or are at risk of violence and abuse.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities: Help in the food bank centre.

Royal Canadian Navy

HMCS Hunter is a Naval Reserve Division of the Royal Canadian Navy located in Windsor, Ontario. We provide Canadians with opportunities to serve their country through part-time and full-time military employment, while developing leadership, technical, and professional skills.For university students, the Naval Reserve offers the opportunity to gain real-world experience, build a professional network, develop leadership and teamwork skills, and pursue a wide variety of military careers while continuing their education. Members can train locally in Windsor while accessing additional training, courses, deployments, and employment opportunities across Canada.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:
HMCS Hunter offers paid part-time and full-time employment opportunities with the Royal Canadian Navy. University students can serve part-time while completing their degree, with opportunities in areas such as naval operations, communications, engineering, logistics, administration, and other specialized occupations.

Students can also access summer employment, military training, leadership development, and opportunities to work alongside seasoned members of the Canadian Armed Forces across Canada. Military service provides practical experience and transferable skills that complement a university education and can strengthen future civilian or military career opportunities.

For University of Windsor students, the Naval Reserve offers a unique opportunity to combine university education with military service and paid employment.

Tuition support: Naval Reservists in good standing can receive reimbursement for 75% of their university tuition, up to $7500 a year and $30,000 lifetime through the education reimbursement program.

Part-time service: Continue your university studies while serving part-time at HMCS Hunter in Windsor and earning a military income.Full-time opportunities: Full-time military positions are also available that can provide a salary while you attend university, allowing you to earn an income, gain valuable work experience, and complete your degree.

Career development: Develop leadership, teamwork, communication, technical, and professional skills that are valuable both inside and outside the Canadian Armed Forces.

Whether you are looking for part-time employment during your degree or a full-time opportunity that supports your education, HMCS Hunter can help you build your education and career at the same time.

Society of Saint Vincent de Paul

Society of Saint Vincent de Paul provides services to provide services for those living in or affected by poverty. We offer food bank and street outreach services and a voucher program to assist people in need have access to basic needs they may struggle accessing otherwise. Our operations are supported largely by our thrift stores that sell items at affordable prices to the community.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

Thrift Store Volunteer: Tasks include tagging items (attaching price tags to clothing/inventory), hanging or folding clothing, placing priced inventory on the correct racks/shelves, organizing and cleaning shelves, ensuring clothing is hung properly throughout the store, making sure sizes are in the right spots, collecting extra hangers on racks and in changerooms and bringing them to be placed with other spare hangers, general cleaning (sweeping, wiping down windows, dusting tabletops)

Warehouse volunteer: sorting through donation bins and separating good vs bad quality items, testing electronic items, etc.

The Corporation of the City of Windsor

Forward. Together. - Discover a career that connects purpose with possibility. At the City of Windsor, our employees thrive in a collaborative environment that values organizational excellence, community impact, and offers competitive benefits that supports professional growth. Located in Southwestern Ontario on the banks of the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair, Windsor is just minutes from downtown Detroit, Michigan and the north shores of Lake Erie, which is home to over 25 local wineries, craft breweries and distilleries. Windsor boasts world class entertainment, state-of-the-art facilities, iconic food, temperate climate, magnificent waterfront parks & gardens and an innovative workforce with demonstrated capacity in automotive, advanced manufacturing, transportation, life sciences, education and tourism. With affordable living, a diverse community, and a growing economy, Windsor  offers a lifestyle as fulfilling as the work we do. Come join a team that reflects the city it serves.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

The city has a large number of employee and volunteer opportunities, providing diverse ways to contribute to the community, develop new skills, and gain valuable experience. The corporation's diverse services create ample opportunities for employment, civic engagement, and personal growth.

The Salvation Army Windsor Centre of Hope

The Salvation Army Windsor Centre of Hope provides emergency shelter, food support, housing assistance, hygiene services, and community-based programs for individuals experiencing homelessness, housing instability, and other challenges. We work to support dignity, stability, and connection while engaging volunteers and community partners in meaningful service opportunities throughout Windsor-Essex.
Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

In addition to volunteer opportunities, The Salvation Army Windsor Centre of Hope has ongoing recruitment for On-Call Support Workers. This role provides direct support to individuals accessing our shelter and community services, helping maintain a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment. On-Call Support Workers may assist with client needs, daily shelter operations, crisis response, documentation, referrals, and connecting individuals with appropriate supports and resources. The role is well suited for individuals interested in social services, community work, mental health, addictions, homelessness support, or related fields.

For volunteer opportunities, our primary focus will be the Christmas Kettle Campaign, offering flexible shifts at more than 15 locations across Windsor-Essex. It is a meaningfulway to gain community engagement experience while helping bring hope to local individuals and families during the Christmas season.

Volunteering with The Salvation Army Windsor Centre of Hope can also be a valuable way to gain hands-on community service experience, become familiar with our programs and workplace environment, and build skills that may support future employment opportunities. While volunteer service does not guarantee employment, it can help individuals better understand the organization and prepare for future roles that may become available.

The Windsor Women Working With Immigrant Women

The Windsor Women Working With Immigrant Women (W5), provides women-centred support to newcomer women and their families to become full participating members of Canadian society where they are empowered to determine the direction of their lives and advocate for themselves, their families and their community with dignity and pride.

Waterloo Regional Police

At the Waterloo Regional Police Service, we strongly believe in community policing and are committed to making a difference in the region's many diverse and vibrant neighbourhoods. We are the seventh-largest police service in the province of Ontario. Under the governance of the Police Services Board, we serve the municipalities of Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge and the Townships of Wellesley, Wilmot, Woolwich and North Dumfries.

We are committed to strengthening public safety and quality of life by working in partnership with the community in crime prevention, law enforcement, and assisting all those who need our help and believe strongly in our vision that if every person contributes to a safe Waterloo Region, current and future generations will thrive.We provide professional service to the community, and our members offer specialized skills and expertise.

Civilian members are hired to work in areas such as: Communications, Information Processing Specialists, Special Constables, Information Technology, Human Resources, Forensic Technicians, and Administrative positions.Officers provide operational police service to the community through various, branches and units. Officers undergo ongoing training - both mandated and developmental - to keep their knowledge and skills up to date.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities: Police Constable

Welcome Centre Shelter for Women & Families

We are an emergency shelter for women+ and families experiencing homelessness dedicated to assisting self-identified women+, families, and children facing homelessness and related challenges. We provide programs and services to assist those experiencing homelessness in Windsor-Essex County, prioritizing a housing-first approach and evidence- based best practices known to alleviate and respond to chronic homelessness.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

Volunteer Opportunities: shelter support, children & youth programming, kitchen support, events & fundraising

Employee Opportunities: shelter support, children & youth programming, case management, food service

WEST of Windsor Inc.

WEST of Windsor Inc. has over 50 years of experience delivering employment, training, settlement, and community support services to residents across Windsor-Essex County.

Through our Integrated Employment Services, Settlement and Language Training Programs, Youth Programs, Skilled Trades initiatives, and community-based services, WEST supports individuals facing a wide range of barriers to employment, education, financial stability, and community participation.

WEST currently operates from four service locations in Downtown Windsor, South Windsor, LaSalle, and Amherstburg, providing accessible services throughout Windsor- Essex County.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities: Administrative Support and Reception Volunteers greet clients and provide information, conduct client intakes, book appointments, data entry, create flyers and other marketing materials

Windsor Essex Community Health Center

As a community health centre, weCHC continuously aims to support the people of Windsor and Essex County by offering equitable, safe, quality care that is client-centered and close to home.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

weCHC welcomes students from various programs and fields of study. Joining our team means becoming part of a community of dedicated professionals who work together to provide quality client centered care.

The Chronic Disease Management program is looking for volunteers to support therapeutic exercise. Volunteers will have the opportunity to assist clients in improving their functional abilities through exercise classes. Gain experience in exercise rehabilitation, physiotherapy, and occupational therapy, while supporting individuals in making meaningful change.

Windsor Public Library

The mission of the Windsor Public Library is to enrich our community by providing access to resources that inform and entertain.

We believe in the freedom to read, learn and discover.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

Adult Education - Get SET program.

Volunteer-based program where trained tutors work 1:1 with adults to support upskilling in reading, writing and numeracy skills. Meetings take place at Windsor Public Library locations throughout Windsor.

Book Buddy program

Volunteer-based program where trained volunteers are paired 1:1 with youth to improve reading in a local branch of Windsor Public Library. Strong need for French tutors.

Windsor/Essex County Humane Society

The Windsor/Essex County Humane Society is a safe refuge offering rescue and relief for animals in need - providing compassionate care, treatment, and rehabilitation. By reuniting lost animals with their families, adopting animals into forever homes, and providing assistance with spay/neuter we offer them a second chance at life. We are leaders in the community working with others to eliminate all forms of animal suffering caused by overpopulation, neglect, ignorance, and abuse.

Our Vision

We look forward to the day when Windsor and Essex County is a community that values and respects all animals, and cares for them responsibly. Until then, we will use our position of leadership on animal welfare to help work towards that day. We will be the voice for animals in our community - speaking for those who cannot speak for themselves.

Employee or Volunteer Opportunities:

Our employment opportunities now will not be the ones available in October, but below is an example of a current opportunity:

Animal Caretaker & Reception/Adoption Counsellor
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team in the unique and vital dual role of Animal Caretaker & Reception/Adoption Counsellor. This part-time position is at the very heart of our operations, combining hands-on animal care with essential public engagement. You will be instrumental in ensuring the well-being of our animals and guiding visitors through their journey to adoption, making a tangible difference in the lives of both pets and people at our facility located at 1375 Provincial Rd, Windsor, ON, Canada.

Volunteer Opportunities

Cat Enrichment: The cats in our care require attention and TLC while they wait for their forever home. Our volunteers help them to adjust to shelter living by providing necessary enrichment such as playing, brushing, and conversation.

Dog Enrichment: The dog world has many breeds and sizes, each with their own temperament. Dog Enrichment volunteers participate in their care through human interaction, supportive training, and physical activity while they wait to be adopted.

Foster Volunteers: Foster volunteers care for WECHS animals in their own homes until they are ready for adoption. They have a vital role, working closely with our Foster Coordinator to provide the animals in our care the chance they need for a positive outcome.

Event Volunteers: Throughout the year, the various events we host benefit from a helping hand - if you're interested in volunteering as the need arises, this is a great option for you. Once you are approved as an event volunteer, you'll receive emails when there is an opportunity to volunteer - if you wish to participate, respond; otherwise, let the request go until the next one comes along.

Transport Volunteer: Help animals get to where they need to go! As a Transport Volunteer, you'll assist in safely driving dogs, cats, or reptiles-often out of the Windsor/Essex area-to other shelters, rescues, or specialty veterinary appointments. Your support plays a vital role in giving these animals access to the care and second chances they deserve.