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Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Program
Volunteer hours help cover aquatic course costs
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program helps cover the base cost of selected aquatic leadership courses through volunteer hours. It supports aquatic volunteers who want to take courses such as Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid, Swim and Lifesaving Instructor, and National Lifeguard.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Attract or retain talent
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Develop workforce skills
- Train or support volunteers
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Richmond Hill
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Aquatic volunteers
- Volunteers in pool-based aquatic roles
Who is not eligible
- Volunteers under 14 years old
- Volunteers without Bronze Medallion or higher
Eligible expenses
- Base cost of selected aquatic leadership courses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Material fees
- Exam fees
- Non-resident fees
Eligible geographic areas
- Richmond Hill, Ontario
Activities funded
- Volunteering in aquatic roles to earn course cost support
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete volunteer process
- Finish the volunteer onboarding process at the City of Richmond Hill volunteer page.
- Be at least 14 years old and hold the required Bronze Medallion certification or higher.
- Step 2: Choose an aquatic volunteer opportunity
- Log in to the volunteer database.
- Select the Aquatic Volunteering Recruitment opportunity and complete the form.
- Step 3: Volunteer and track hours
- Work the required volunteer shifts.
- Complete the tracking form after each shift and have it signed by the on-duty supervisor.
- Log hours in the volunteer profile and email the tracking form after the volunteer term.
- Step 4: Submit recognition request
- Complete the Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Discount Form once the required hours are reached.
- Email the completed registration form and Volunteer Hours Tracking form(s) for review.
Documents Needed
- Completed Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Discount Form
- Completed course registration form
- Volunteer Hours Tracking form(s)
Processing and Agreement
- Volunteer hours are validated and cross-referenced with the volunteer profile.
- An email confirmation is sent once hours are approved and registration is completed.
- Payment must be made within 24 hours after confirmation.
Additional information
- Volunteer hours are cross-referenced with online logged hours before processing.
- Community Service Volunteer hours may also count toward this program.
- You will receive email confirmation once hours are validated and registration is completed.
- Payment is required within 24 hours after confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Program Program
What is the Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Program?
This program helps cover the base cost of selected aquatic leadership courses through volunteer hours. It supports aquatic volunteers who want to take courses such as Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid, Swim and Lifesaving Instructor, and National Lifeguard.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Program program?
To be eligible for the Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Program program, you must:
Required volunteer hours completed
Forms submitted after hour threshold
Hours verified in volunteer system
What expenses are eligible under Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Program?
Base cost of selected aquatic leadership courses
Who can I contact for more information about the Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Program?
You can contact City of Richmond Hill by email at richard.fournier@richmondhill.ca or by phone at 905-771-8870.
Where is the Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Program available?
The Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Program is a Other Support