Volunteering with The Riverwood Conservancy
Make a difference for your community, and the natural world
Volunteering with The Riverwood Conservancy can take many forms – gardening, wildlife monitoring, education, forestry, marketing, event planning, committee participation – but they all support one purpose: to create a community that lives in harmony with nature.
No matter how you get involved, you’ll be making a difference for our shared natural world. Gain new skills, put your existing ones to use, and create connections with caring people like you.
Current Volunteer Openings
We're looking for individuals 18 years of age and older to fill the following roles.
Education Naturally Volunteers
Our Education Naturally programs engage elementary classes in active, outdoor programs at Riverwood. Volunteers with this program support students during hikes on Riverwood’s trails in all weather; assist with setup and hands-on activities; and ensure all participants are safe, well-engaged, and supervised at all times. This is a great opportunity for retired teachers, or those aspiring to be teachers.
* Please note that a Vulnerable Sector Police Record check is required for this position.
Discovery Volunteers
Our Discovery program volunteers support our array of publicly accessible programs, including garden workshops, hikes, astronomy nights, and a variety of programs offered by a roster of presenters from the community. Discovery volunteers support programs by preparing event spaces, taking attendance, introducing speakers, helping to ensure the safety of participants, and answering any questions the public may have about The Riverwood Conservancy.
Conservation Volunteers
Conservation volunteers support the active restoration of Riverwood and wildlife that call the park home. Conservation volunteers can perform a wide variety of activities, including the removal of invasive species, cleaning up litter, planting native trees and wildflowers, engaging in trail maintenance, monitoring plant and animal populations, and supporting wildlife habitat throughout the park.
Camp Riverwood Volunteers
Camp Riverwood volunteers work as part of a team with our staff and other volunteers to ensure a outstanding day-camp experiences for all participants. Volunteers help prepare the camp space, work with children to safely engage in a number of nature-based activities, help to put away materials, and ensure proper supervision at all times. Volunteers supporting Camp Riverwood will be required to attend an orientation prior to the start of camp.
* Please note that a Vulnerable Sector Police Record check is required for this position.
Summer High School Volunteer Program – COMING SOON FOR 2026
Our Summer High School Volunteer Program is open to secondary students who want to have fun outdoors, be part of a team, and meet new people. The program is particularly helpful for students looking to complete their mandatory community service hours.
Participants in our Summer High School Volunteer Program make a positive impact on the local environment by supporting our conservation and horticulture programs. Volunteers take part in forest and wildlife monitoring, natural areas restoration, invasive species removal, gardening, and caring for fish and turtles.
The Summer High School Volunteer Program runs through July and August, and volunteers will have the opportunity to sign-up for as many shifts as they would like during those months.
Spaces in our Summer High School Volunteer Program are limited, and spaces are filled on a first come, first served basis.
Volunteer with a Group as a Riverwood Conservation Crew
Are you looking for a fun and meaningful way for your business or organization to give back? Look no further! When you book a group volunteering activity with the Riverwood Conservancy, you’ll help make Mississauga greener, and make a positive impact on your local environment. As a Riverwood Conservation Crew, your team will support the preservation of Riverwood by actively participating in conservation activities on site. Fees apply. See how you can make your group a Riverwood Conservation Crew here.
Volunteer Resources
We’ve created the following documents to help our volunteers better understand their responsibilities and their roles with The Riverwood Conservancy, and to promote a safe and healthy environment for staff, volunteers, and visitors.
