Student Placements

Build your skills, gain real‑world experience, and make a meaningful impact in your community.

Volunteer with our Kettle campaign

Each Christmas season, volunteers make a difference by greeting donors at our Christmas Kettle locations. Every dollar collected supports local programs and services for those in need.

Apply if you’re new to volunteering, or sign in to the Salvation Army portal if you’re an existing volunteer to easily schedule your kettle shifts.

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Frequently asked questions

Find answers to common questions about volunteering with the Kettle Campaign.

  • What is the Christmas Kettle Campaign?

    The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign is our largest fundraising drive of the year and one of Canada’s largest and most recognizable annual charitable events. With more than 2,000 kettle locations across Canada, the kettle not only raises critical funds but boosts the Army’s visibility and promotes awareness.

    Since 1903, we have seen kettle campaign donations transform the lives of millions of Canadians, including helping them find a way out of poverty permanently.

  • How are the funds used?

    Funds raised through Christmas kettles, together with other sources of funds, help provide direct, compassionate, hands-on service to 1.9 million vulnerable people each year in Canada. Each kettle location is organized and managed by a local Salvation Army unit. The funds raised stay in the community in which they were donated.

    • Our 2024 Kettle Campaign results

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    1,200+

    You can use this section to highlight important statistics from your latest Kettle Campaign, including total funds raised, volunteer hours contributed, and the overall impact on your community.

    85,000 CAD

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    450

    You can use this section to highlight important statistics from your latest Kettle Campaign, including total funds raised, volunteer hours contributed, and the overall impact on your community.

    Questions about Kettle? Contact us

    For questions or to learn more about Kettle opportunities, email us at email@salvationarmy.ca or call 543-235-9434.

    Why volunteer?

    Volunteers help create meaningful community experiences and support inclusive programming. Opportunities with London Village may Include:

    • Program support assistance
    • Event support
    • Administrative assistance
    • Spiritual care support (where appropriate)

    Contact us today to explore available opportunities.

    Why do your Placement with us?

    At London Village, student placements offer hands‑on experience that truly makes an impact. Whether you're supporting our Respite Program, engaging with older adults in the Adult Day Program, helping children learn and grow in our Child Care Centre, encouraging youth in Autism Programs, or assisting at Summer Camp, you’ll gain real‑world skills in a supportive, team‑oriented environment. Students become valued members of our community, contributing to inclusive, meaningful programming while developing confidence, competence, and professional readiness.

    Join us to learn, grow, and help create exceptional experiences for the individuals and families we serve. Contact us today to explore placement opportunities.

    Contact us today to explore available opportunities.

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    Student placement intake process

    We are committed to providing meaningful, structured, and well-supported student placement experiences.

    We partner exclusively with accredited institutions offering the following programs:

    • Autism and Behavioural Science
    • Behavioural Science
    • Early Childhood Education
    • Developmental Services Worker
    • Recreation and Leisure 
    • Social Services Worker

    Explore the six steps below to understand the intake process.

    1. Initial Inquiry
    Students submit an inquiry through our website contact form, or Placement Coordinators may contact us directly. Placements depend on site capacity and program suitability.
    2. School & Contract Verification
    We coordinate with the school to review or establish a placement agreement, verify accreditation and compliance, and confirm WSIB coverage. Placements are finalized only after contract approval.
    3. Student Onboarding Requirements
    Students complete onboarding before starting, including: resume, First Aid/CPR, Vulnerable Sector Screening, mandatory health and safety training, internal online modules, Agency Orientation, program specific training, and an introductory meeting with the Program Supervisor.
    4. Pre-Start Coordination
    We confirm schedules, orientation needs, and placement expectations with Program Supervisor and Placement Coordinators prior to the start date.
    5. Ongoing Support & Monitoring
    Students receive support from site leadership, with continuous communication with Placement Coordinators to ensure a safe and successful learning experience.
    6. Begin Your Placement
    To start the process, contact Lv.Generalinquiries@salvationarmy.ca

    Group volunteering

    Looking to volunteer as a group? Whether you are part of a workplace, school or community organization, we can help you find meaningful group volunteering opportunities. Submit a group application form to get started.

    Seasonal opportunities

    Get involved in special volunteer initiatives during the holiday season.

    Christmas Kettle Campaign

    Help raise funds for those in need by standing at one of our Christmas kettles.

    Santa Shuffle

    Help out at our festive fun run event—whether cheering on runners, managing booths, or handing out snacks, your support spreads holiday joy.

    Toy Mountain
    Assist in collecting, sorting, and distributing toys to ensure every child wakes up to a gift on Christmas.

    Additional ways to get involved

    Support our mission in creative and meaningful ways beyond traditional volunteering.

    Plant a row, feed a family

    If you love gardening, consider growing an extra row of fruits or vegetables in your garden to donate to our food bank. Every fresh, homegrown item helps provide nutritious meals to those in need.

    Use your talents for good

    Are you skilled in graphic design, photography, social media, or event planning? We welcome volunteers who can help spread awareness and support our programs in creative ways.

    Ready to get started?

    Fill out our volunteer application form to begin your journey.

    Already a volunteer?

    Sign in to the portal to browse and schedule your volunteer shifts.

    Ready to get started? Apply to volunteer

    Fill out our volunteer application form to begin your journey.

    Questions? Contact us

    For any questions about volunteering, email us at example@salvationarmy.ca or call 111-111-1111.