Comprised entirely of volunteers, the Animal Rescue Network is the place for all cat lovers who want to help make a difference in the lives of abused or abandoned cats. Volunteers contribute significantly to the smooth running of all the activities at the Animal Rescue Network and the accomplishment of its missions. Their support and dedication allow us to offer a variety of services to the cats in our care. Looking to join our community? Submit your application now!
GET INVOLVED TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Important Update
Please note that volunteer opportunities are currently limited as most of our teams have reached maximum capacity. Your application will be kept on a waitlist, and you will be contacted upon availability. We thank you for your patience.
Consider the descriptions below carefully to determine which opportunity would be best suited for you. For any additional information, you can contact our volunteer recruitment team at recruitment.arn@gmail.com. We look forward to meeting you!
Maintenance
Our largest team! Responsibilities include giving food and water to all of our wonderful cats. It is also necessary to disinfect surfaces, cages and toys, clean litter boxes, change blankets, clean dishes, remove dust with a broom/mop, watch for abnormal behavior/symptoms, play and socialize with the cats. *Consistent availability every week (minimum 3 hours) is required.
Medical Care
Responsibilities consist of administering medications and treatments prescribed to some of our cats, administration of fluids, ointments and eye or ear drops, taking temperatures and quickly observing/monitoring the health of all cats.
*No need for medical knowledge as training will be provided to you.
Consequently, it is important to consider a commitment of at least 6 months with consistent availability every week (minimum 3 hours).
Transportation (Urgent need)
Help transport cats to their vet appointments (including emergencies), transport donations of food and litter to the shelter, etc. Flexible hours are available.
*If you do not own a vehicle or cannot use or rent one at your own expense, we ask that you apply for another volunteer opportunity.
Socialization
Socialize shy, anxious or reactive/unpredictable cats using various intervention techniques to bring them to a level of socialization for a future adoption: try to get them to eat from our hand, get them to accept a caress, play in our presence, etc. Previous experience with unpredictable cats who have lost trust in humans is strongly recommended.
*Please note that we have limited capacity to welcome new volunteers to this team. Recruitment is conducted on a case-by-case basis and candidates are chosen based on current needs for socialization.
Manual Labor
Help with the maintenance of the shelter, carry out small tasks such as: painting, plumbing, repairing partitions, etc. If you have the necessary skills, electrical and construction work may be required on occasion. We also invite you to submit a spontaneous application for any other “technical” expertise that you can offer to the ARN!
Selection Criteria
· Be aged 16 years and over for the maintenance team. Parental consent is required for anyone under 18 years of age. The minimum age for other teams is 18 years old;
· Be able to give a minimum of 3 consecutive and consistent hours per week;
· Commit to long-term volunteering;
· Have a valid email address.
How to submit an application?
· Complete the online application form;
· Provide us with a copy of your curriculum vitae (C.V.);
· Provide us with a professional or personal reference with an active email address from an employer, one of your teachers or a person close to you (with the exception of a member of your family) who can testify to your character;
· Send everything to recruitment.arn@gmail.com.
*Complete applications will be prioritized.
SPONTANEOUS APPLICATION
Can't find the volunteer opportunity that matches your interests? We invite you to submit a spontaneous application for future possible needs. It is always a pleasure to meet cat lovers who have a unique combination of experiences, talents, interests, resources and networks to offer to the Animal Rescue Network. We want to take advantage of the skills around us! Please contact the volunteer recruitment team at recruitment.arn@gmail.com with a short description of your expertise
CORPORATE VOLUNTEERING
Companies wishing to volunteer are invited to contact the volunteer recruitment team at recruitment.arn@gmail.com to find out current needs as well as the possibility of hosting your team. Please note that a minimum of one day is required for a group of 5-6 people.
OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT THE SHELTER
· If you are looking to adopt, please visit the Adoption Information Webpage.
· If you are looking to become a foster family, please visit the Foster Information Webpage.
· To support the Animal Rescue Network through sponsorship, please visit our Sponsorship Information Webpage.