Volunteering

Support the community we're all a part of by volunteering at BPL! We welcome applications from those 14 years of age or older.

Current Opportunities

Café Volunteer

Barrie Public Library is currently looking for volunteers 16 or older to fill various shifts in the Café at our Downtown Branch. **Please note that a minimum 6 month commitment is required.**

Available Weekly Shifts include:

Tuesdays: 2:30pm-5:30pm OR 5:30 pm-8:00pm
Wednesdays: 5:30 pm-8:00pm
Saturdays: 2:30pm-4:30pm

To request a link to our online volunteer application or for more information, please email volunteers@barrielibrary.ca and include Café Volunteer Application in the subject Line.

Program Assistant - Children's Programs

Barrie Public Library is on the lookout for high school students to assist with children's programs from mid December to the end of March.

Students interested in learning more about this volunteer opportunity are required to attend a Volunteer Information Session. Students can register for a session by clicking on a link below.

Please email volunteers@barrielibrary.ca with questions

BPL LIT (Leaders and Innovative Teens)

BPL LIT is a leadership group for teens 14-19 who are passionate about the library and looking to get involved in their community. Members will help to create an atmosphere that cultivates the love of reading while providing library-related services to teens in a fun and friendly environment.

In person meetings happen on the 3rd Monday of the month from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Downtown location - 60 Worsley Street.

To request a link to our online volunteer application or for more information, please email volunteers@barrielibrary.ca and include BPL LIT Volunteer Application in the subject line.

Application Steps

Before you begin, please read the information outlined below:

Step 1 - Read the details provided under the Current Opportunities listed above. If something sparks your interest, please send an email to let us know which position you would like to apply for.

Step 2 - If we have opportunities that match your interests and availability, an email will be sent with a link to an online application form. Complete the form and hit "Submit Application"

Step 3 - Carefully review the email that is sent to you once your application is received. If you don't see it in your inbox, please check your junk/spam folder.

Step 4 - Ask two people who are NOT family or close friends to complete a Volunteer Applicant Reference Check for you. Paper copies of the reference check form can be picked up at any branch if needed.

**If your references are not received within 1 month from the date you apply, your application may be deleted from our system.**

Step 5 - When your references are received, the Coordinator of Volunteer Resources will be in touch to schedule an interview.

Step 6 - Once the interview is complete and if your interests, skills and availability align with one of our current opportunities, our Coordinator of Volunteer Resources will review the next steps. If you are 18 or older a letter and instructions may be provided in order to complete a police check.

Step 7 - Sign the volunteer waiver, upload it to your volunteer profile and complete the required online training. Documents and links to training will be provided at the end of your interview.

Step 8 - Once your police check is complete and returned to you (if one is required), contact our Coordinator of Volunteer Resources to set up your position specific training.

Volunteer Positions Currently on Hold

We strive to provide a variety of volunteer positions, and the list is always changing. To see a list of positions we’re currently trying to fill, see the top of this page.

English Conversation Circle Facilitators
Program Assistants

Additional volunteer opportunities in the Barrie area can be found by visiting our Information Barrie website.