Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Program

• Completed Aquatic Volunteer Recognition Discount Form
• Completed course registration form
• Volunteer Hours Tracking form(s)

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.