The 4-H program is based on positive youth development where volunteers take a strength-based approach to build youth as leaders in their communities and assets to the world. Volunteers mentor young people to build their skills, knowledge and confidence. Being a 4-H volunteer provides the opportunity to help build your community, develop youth leaders and enhance your own skills as a volunteer.
Thanks for your interest in becoming a 4-H volunteer! Here are the basics you need to know:
- The minimum age for a 4-H volunteer in Ontario is 18 years old.
- If you are not old enough yet, ask about the other ways you can get involved!
- All adults (18 years of age or older) who volunteer with 4-H in Ontario must complete a volunteer screening and training process to ensure the safety and well-being of 4-H youth.
- All new leaders must complete all the steps noted above before starting to volunteer with 4-H
- 4-H Volunteer are required to update their volunteer status with regular screening and training at regular intervals throughout their 4-H volunteer career.
All 4-H Ontario volunteers must complete the 4-H Ontario Volunteer Screening Process to ensure the safety and integrity of our program, and to better understand your talents and interests.
- Application Below – When have submitted your application to 4-H Ontario you will be contacted by a member of the 4-H Ontario Volunteer Support Team who will guide you through the remaining steps in the process.
- Interview with local 4-H Association Screening Committee
- Reference checks – to be submitted with application
- Completion and submission of a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check
- Completion of a New Volunteer Orientation
- Completion and submission of designated Child Protection training.
Note: 4-H Ontario has the sole and unfettered discretion to accept or decline a new volunteer candidate.
Click Here To Access The 4-H Ontario New Volunteer Application
Click Here To Access The 4-H Ontario Volunteer Participation Form (for returning volunteers).
