Volunteer as a Reading Buddy

Our Reading Buddies program runs every Wednesday evening at Waverley Library from January 15th to March 5th. The program connects kids from grades 1 - 3 with community members who want to help them practice their reading.  Two one-hour sessions are held each week, and volunteers are welcome to participate in one or both sessions.

• For the safety of participating kids, all volunteers are required to get a Level 2 Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) unless one has been completed in the last six months
• Volunteers 18 and under do not require a CRJMC.
• Volunteer hours can be earned in this program!
• The application form requires a  reference.
• Volunteers must be available on Wednesday at their preferred time from January 15th - March 5th. Once we pair up a volunteer with a child, it's very important to remain consistent in order to get the full benefits of the program. Volunteers are committing to participating every week in the 8-week session. If their buddy happens to be away, then volunteers are expected to read with another child for that week.
• An orientation will be held at Waverley Library on the first day of the program, January 15th.

Questions? Please email them to readingbuddies@tbpl.ca, opens a new window.