Programs & Volunteer Opportunities

Check out all of our program opportunities and different ways students can earn Community Service Hours at the Innisfil ideaLAB & Library! A find the most current list of upcoming programs for teens here.

Crafting for Humanity

*Paused for the summer* Learn a new skill and give back to those in need in our community! From mask-making to scarf creation, and plenty of projects in-between, get Community Service hours as you learn new skills and create products that will be donated to vulnerable populations. No experience necessary!

Teen Book and Movie Reviews

Readers rejoice and cinephiles celebrate! You can earn community service hours by completing book and movie reviews! Reviews must be between 150 and 400 words and for titles available in the Library’s catalogue. You’ll earn 1 hour of community service per 100 pages read OR 1 hour of community service per movie. After staff approval, accepted reviews will be available on the Library’s catalogue. Find out more and submit your reviews here.

Teen Nights

Teen Nights are free and safe drop-in spaces where teens can hang out, try new activities, meet people, and have fun. Join us for movies, music, crafts, games, and of course, snacks. A one-time registration is required to attend Teen Nights. Teens can then drop in to any of the Teen Nights spaces as frequently as they choose. View the upcoming dates at the Library for Teen Nights here.

Teen Nights operate from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the following locations:

Bilingual Storytime

Do you speak another language and love reading to children? We are looking for talented, responsible secondary school students to enhance our Drop-in Storytime experience! Volunteers will collaborate with Library staff to prepare special, bilingual video storytimes! These storytimes will feature reading, talking, or singing in whatever language you can share. Complete the Community Service Application noting your interest in this program and email it directly to Amy at aeastwood@innisfilidealab.ca.

General Volunteer Application

Not sure how you want to get involved? Return a completed Community Service Application Form to your local branch. Staff will contact you when opportunities match your skills and interests! We always need volunteers for special events like Fresh Air Flicks, Seedy Saturday, ComicFEST, MakerFEST and more!