Your time and skills can change someone's life
Swyft Cares Foundation is powered by community volunteers who believe nobody should face a mental health crisis alone.
Volunteer Roles
Whether you give two hours a month or twenty, your contribution directly reaches people who need it most.
Community Counsellor
Provide one-on-one counselling sessions under clinical supervision. Ideal for counselling psychology, social work, and nursing students.
4+ hrs/week, 3+ months
Enrolled in accredited program. ECRC required.
MHFA Facilitator
Facilitate the community Mental Health First Aid training program — 2-day workshops. Training provided.
Quarterly — 2 days/workshop
Completion of MHFA instructor training (funded).
Peer Support Facilitator
Co-facilitate the Men's Wellness Circle, Sisters Circle, or Youth programs. Full training provided.
Monthly — 3 hrs/session
Lived experience of immigration/diaspora.
Navigator Volunteer
Help newcomers and refugees navigate Calgary's mental health system. Accompany clients to appointments.
4–8 hours/month
Bilingual preferred. Driver's licence asset.
Administrative Volunteer
Support operations — grant writing, social media, event coordination, translation, bookkeeping.
Flexible 4–10 hrs/month
Skills-based. Any background welcome.
Board Director
Join the Board of Directors — governing the organisation, reviewing financials, ensuring mission alignment.
Quarterly meetings + committee
Application and interview required.
You'll be taken to our volunteer portal to complete your application
Practicum & Internship Opportunities
We welcome practicum and internship students from Alberta post-secondary institutions. Gain hands-on experience providing culturally grounded mental health support under clinical supervision.
How to Apply
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join a team of volunteers who believe that culturally grounded care changes lives. No matter your background or availability — there's a role for you.
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