Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is one of the most enjoyable things you’ll ever do. Not to mention, one of the most fulfilling. You have the opportunity to help shape a child’s future for the better by empowering them to achieve.

CAL volunteers support the Career Readiness Group, a 15-week program that covers the skills needed to start a career in the US. The topics include resumes, cover letters, networking skills, job interview skills, and information about US workforce culture.

Interview prospective learners to determine their eligibility for the English At Large tutoring program and test their English level. This role has a flexible schedule where volunteers can conduct as few as two interviews per month, or as many as you like.

To be an English tutor, you don’t need previous teaching experience. You don’t even need to know another language. You will be trained (12 hours) and matched with an adult learner in your area for 1½ – 2 hours per week.

Family advocate volunteers give support and guidance to newly-selected Habitat partner families from the time they are selected through to homeownership. Family Advocate Training is provided, and Advocates are supported by members of the Family Support Team who are all current or former advocates themselves.