Volunteers are the heart of our community. The City of Brantford is grateful for the passion and dedication of our volunteers. They make their community a better place to live, work, study and play.
Volunteering is a great way to support your community, earn volunteer hours, meet new people, and build new skills. At the City of Brantford there are many volunteer opportunities available. Whether it’s assisting with special events, supporting your local Neighbourhood Association, helping out at an historic site, or supporting a City program, there is something for everyone.
Below are a number of ways you can GET INVOLVED at the City of Brantford:
Volunteer Committee Member
Brantford City Council relies on its Advisory Committees and Task Forces to fill an important role in our community. If you are interested in joining one of the City's Committees please visit our Committees and Boards page for more information and a list of available opportunities.
Volunteer with the City of Brantford
The City of Brantford is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join #TeamBrantford. Consider making a meaningful difference in the community. Volunteer opportunities include:
Cleaning up litter is important to the health and vitality of the community and the Grand River. The City of Brantford hosts an annual Clean Brantford initiative in honour of Earth Day each year in April. Residents are encouraged to help Clean our City by collecting litter in their neighbourhoods, along the trail networks and Grand River, and around the community. Clean-up kits are available. Registration is required.
Subscribe to this page to be notified when registration begins for 2025.
Wheels on the Pavement is a free family-friendly event offering families a chance to see, touch and explore a variety of City of Brantford and Emergency Services vehicles, check out local vendors and more.
2025 Application has closed. Subscribe to this page to be notified when the application open for 2026.
The success of Brantford's Canada Day event is made possible with the help of our amazing volunteers. When you volunteer for Brantford's Canada Day you will receive a keepsake t-shirt and community service and high school volunteer hours if applicable. Opportunities include:
- set-up and take-down
- clean-up
- information tent
- Green Team (recycling and organic waste diversion)
- other various duties
Get involved by submitting a Canada Day Volunteer Application Form. Applicants must be available to attend mandatory training at Lions Park Auditorium at 20 Edge Street.
2025 Application has closed. Subscribe to this page to be notified when application open for 2026.
Movies in the Square is a popular family-friendly event that takes place in Harmony Square (89 Dalhousie Street) on Thursdays during the summer months. Community Service and High School Volunteer hours can be applied upon request.
2025 Application has closed. Subscribe to this page to be notified when the application open for 2026.
Roller Skate in the Square is a groovy volunteer opportunity that happens in Harmony Square downtown Brantford every Monday and Wednesday in July and August. Community Service and High School Volunteer hours can be applied upon request.
2025 Application has closed. Subscribe to this page to be notified when the application open for 2026.
The City of Brantford has partnered with The Neighbourhood Alliance of Brantford and local Neighbourhood Associations to provide neighbours in need of help raking leaves and/or shovelling snow with neighbouring volunteers. For questions related to the Leaf/Snow Buddy program, please email volunteer@brantford.ca.
If you, or someone you know, is a senior (65 or older) or has a medical condition or disability and needs help raking or shovelling snow learn how you can register at www.Brantford.ca/Windrow.
Apply to volunteer as a Leaf/Snow Buddy
Neighbourhood rinks cannot operate without the efforts of our amazing volunteers who keep them operating throughout the winter months. Please consider being a Flood Hero to give back to your neighbourhood to support valuable outdoor recreation opportunities in the winter season. For questions, please email volunteer@brantford.ca.
Volunteer opportunities include:
- Rink flooding
- Rink set-up and take-down
- Snow removal
Apply to be a Flood Hero volunteer
Volunteer for the annual Scare in the Square event that takes place the first Friday and Saturday in October each year. Enjoy being part of the fun fall and Halloween themed activities happening at Harmony Square (89 Dalhousie Street) and Mohawk Park (51 Lynnwood Drive). Volunteers must be available to attend mandatory virtual training.
Volunteer opportunities include:
- HOWL-o-ween Dog Parade
- Casper’s Craft Corner
- Escape Rooms
- Wagon Ride
- Paranormal Tours
- Roller skating sign-up
- Set up and tear down
- Various other duties
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Brantford's Parade After Party takes place in Harmony Square (89 Dalhousie Street) the last Saturday in November each year. This event brings families and friends together for a night of free holiday activities following the Santa Claus Parade. Volunteers must be ages 14 or over to apply. High school Community Service Hours are available upon request.
Volunteer opportunities include:
- letters to Santa
- photo booth
- Elves in the Santa Claus parade
- treat distribution
- set up and tear-down
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Volunteer to be a part of Brantford's New Year's Eve Celebration at the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts (88 Dalhousie Street) and Harmony Square (89 Dalhousie Street) on December 31. Community Service and High School Volunteer hours can be applied upon request.
Volunteer opportunities include:
- set-up and take-down
- clean-up
- information tent
- other various duties
Subscribe to this page to be notified when applications open for 2025.
Brantford Youth Council
Brantford Youth Council is a group of local youth volunteers (ages 13- 18) who plan and implement activities, special events and community impact projects throughout the year such as: Youth Week, youth advocacy, and youth-oriented community initiatives. Youth BYC volunteers gain important skills and experiences in leadership, collaboration, project management and community impact.
Newcomer Connections
If you are new to the City, volunteering is a great way to meet people and learn about our community and can be a good path to finding employment. Volunteering is also about learning new skills, meeting people that have similar interests, making new friends, and getting to know your neighbours. Learn more about how you can make newcomer connections by volunteering.
Community Volunteer Associations and Organizations
Explore other community volunteer opportunities in our community.
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