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Apply for Reading Buddies at Dufferin Clark Library

Volunteer Application Form

Please note that entries indicated with asterisk (*) are required.

First Name:

Last Name:

Street Address:

City:

Postal Code:

Email:

Library Card: (VPL members are given preference)

Home Telephone:

Mobile:

Age:

Date of Birth:

Education:

Grade/Year (if applicable):

Name of School currently attending (if applicable):

I do not give Vaughan Public Libraries permission to contact me regarding volunteer programs.

If you are not a student:

Occupation/Profession (if applicable):

Work Telephone (if applicable):

Emergency Contact Information

First Name:

Last Name:

Relationship:

Phone:

Email:

This position starts from 2/19/25 to 4/30/25.

Please uncheck below timeslots if you are not available.

I am available for all timeslots.

( Weekly )	Wed


18:30 - 19:30

Why are you applying to volunteer for Vaughan Public Libraries?

Please describe any relevant volunteer and/or work experience.

What skills do you hope to develop or learn from volunteering with Vaughan Public Libraries?

What qualities do you have that would make you a great Reading Buddy?

Why do you think reading is important in a high-tech world?

What is your favourite children's book, and why is it your favourite?

Are you applying to volunteer at more than one Vaughan Public Libraries’ location? Yes/No. If yes, please list locations here.

VPL is actively seeking volunteers who are proficient in languages other than English. Please indicate your languages below.

Vaughan Public Libraries is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Professional Reference

A professional reference can be any individual who is/was in a supervisory capacity to you (academic, volunteer or work).VPL may reach out to this person directly.

Name:

Organization Name(if applicable):

Phone:

Email:

Relationship to you:

How long have you known this person (minimum 6 months)?

Thank you for applying to be a volunteer at Vaughan Public Libraries. Not all volunteer applicants will be successful. Volunteer opportunities are limited and positions are filled based on community needs.

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