Volunteering | Town of Stony Plain

The Stony Plain Volunteer Centre provides support and services to the volunteers and organizations within Stony Plain, Spruce Grove and Parkland County. The Centre continues to be an active presence in the community and grows to serve volunteering and community needs.

How to Get Started

There are so many ways to volunteer in the community. Opportunities are flexible, inclusive and meaningful for all ages that can fit any schedule.

• Individuals of all ages
• Youth
• Families
• Community groups, faith groups, clubs or friends

The Volunteer Centre

The Volunteer Centre can connect you with opportunities with organizations in the community. When the page opens you will see “I would like to volunteer’ on the right hand side of the page, fill out an application or log into your account to connect with the current opportunities.

The Volunteer Centre can help you find volunteers or volunteer opportunities, contact us for more information and learn 100 Ways to Make a Difference in your Community

Other Sources

Volunteer Connections Mini Course: Learn how volunteering can help you connect with others and become happier and healthier by getting involved in your community.

Community Service Options: volunteers that have mandated community service hours to fulfil are encouraged to click on the volunteer opportunities and see what is of interest and connect directly with the organization. Alternative volunteer opportunities available with Just Serve and can include some virtual options (note of caution, for mandated hours, they must be served in Canada).

Alternative Volunteer Opportunities, including virtual options available with Just Serve

We can post the available opportunity on our Volunteer Opportunities webpage. Please complete a form providing information about the position.

Post a Volunteer Opportunity

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Centre

Opportunities With The Town

Featured: Team Up to Clean Up

Volunteer Events

Leader of Volunteer's Roundtable

Share successes, enhance collaboration, build capacity, discuss challenges, and share resources related to volunteerism.

Save the date for Feb 26, May 28, Aug 27, Nov 26, 1:15 – 2:45 pm at Stony Plain Community and Social Development (107, 4613-52 Ave)

RSVP by emailing connect@stonyplain.com or calling 780-963-8583

National Volunteer Week

Each April, National Volunteer Week is celebrated across Canada—a time to recognize and thank the volunteers who give their time, energy, and passion to make our communities stronger, more connected, and more vibrant.

This year, the Town of Stony Plain invites you to take part in thanking our community’s volunteers for National Volunteer Week from April 18-24, 2027

Stay tuned! Events will be updated in early 2027

Linking & Learning Series for Non Profits

Governance & Volunteerism: Doing the best with what you have

The first session in a 3-part series to help organizations maximize their resources, strengthen their governance, and divide the work appropriately to be as effective and impactful as possible. Facilitated by the Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations.

Register Online

Date: October 15, 2026
Time: 6–9 p.m.
Location: Heritage Park, Stony Plain
Cost: $10/participant

Gather for Impact

Join us for an interactive evening to strengthen local non-profits.
We’ll explore practical ideas for diversifying revenue, hear a local collaboration success story, and learn simple strategic tools to think outside the box. This gathering is also an opportunity to build meaningful connections and learn how to work together using the strengths we already have. Come ready to connect, share, and discover what’s possible when we collaborate and lead with our strengths.

Register Online

Date: October 29, 2026
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Location: Community Engagement Space, Community Social Development (414 King Street, Spruce Grove)
Cost: $5/person

Alberta Board Members Essentials

The ABME program builds foundational knowledge needed for new board members to be effective and for developing and seasoned board members to have a broader understanding of their role in the larger social sector system. Facilitated by the Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations.

Register Online

Dates: November 14 and 28, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Location: Community Social Development (414 King Street, Spruce Grove)
Cost: $10/participant

Youth Volunteer Award Nominations are open starting Sept 25!

Do you know a youth who goes above and beyond to make our community stronger, kinder, and more connected?

The Town of Stony Plain is proud to launch the Youth Volunteer Recognition Awards.

The Youth Volunteer Recognition Award celebrates an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the community through volunteerism. This award honours someone who gives their time and energy to support others, strengthen local organizations, and make a lasting impact in Stony Plain.

Nominees embody the spirit of community — showing dedication, compassion, and a willingness to lead by example. Their efforts may span a wide range of causes, from social services to recreation, cultural initiatives, youth programs, and more.

These awards recognize not just what they do, but the way they inspire others to give back.

Categories for nominations:

☐ Emerging Volunteer (Ages 11–14)
☐ Youth Leader (Ages 15–18)
☐ Young Adult Changemaker (Ages 19–25)
☐ Group or Team Excellence
☐ Innovation in Service
☐ Long-Term Service Award

These awards celebrate dedicated individual's who have made a significant impact through volunteer work in Stony Plain.

Nominees should:

Volunteer in or impact Stony Plain

Inspire others through their selfless service
Demonstrate ongoing commitment and meaningful community impact

How to Nominate:

Contact the person you want to nominate and ensure they agree.

Fill out the short online nomination form here: https://forms.stonyplain.com/Youth-Volunteer-Recognition-Awards-Nomination-Form

Include specific examples and (optional) letters of support or testimonials.

Nominate someone who deserves the spotlight! All nominees will be recognized, and the award recipient will be announced at this year's Day of the Volunteer Youth Event

Questions? Contact connect@stonyplain.com or 780-963-8583

Opportunity Spotlight

Grow Your Leadership. Strengthen Community. Make an Impact.

Are you passionate about Stony Plain and ready to make a lasting impact? Inspired to Lead Stony Plain is a dynamic, 3-month leadership experience designed to empower emerging local leaders, build meaningful community connections, and ignite grassroots change.
The program guides participants through three themes—Lead from Within, Lead with Others, and Lead for Impact—while helping you design your own community project and grow as a Neighbourhood Connector.

Learn, Connect, and Building Leaders Who Build Community
Participants will explore authentic leadership, strengthen their personal leadership identity, and gain tools to create positive change in their neighbourhoods and across the community.

Hands-On Learning & Connection
• Weekly virtual learning sessions (20–45 minutes). Access to computer is essential.
• Monthly in-person gatherings (one half day in person session a month)
• Opportunities to collaborate with local changemakers
• Support to design and launch your own community project
• Recognition as a Neighbourhood Connector

Benefits to Participants
• Design a personalized community project aligned with your passions, experience, and goals.
• Apply new skills and insights through real-world community engagement.
• Strengthen leadership practices that support long-term personal and community impact.
• Earn a Certificate of Completion from the Town of Stony Plain.
• Join a network of emerging leaders committed to building a connected, inclusive, and vibrant Stony Plain.

Participant Commitment
To ensure a meaningful and impactful experience, participants are asked to commit to:
• 3 months of learning and engagement
• Weekly virtual sessions (20–45 minutes). Access to computer is essential.
• Monthly in-person gatherings (one half day in person session a month)
o Oct 3, 9am - 11:30am
o Nov 7, 9am - 12pm
o Dec 5, 9am - 12pm
o Jan 9, 9am - 12pm
• Active participation in the design and implementation of a community project
Selected participants will be chosen by a review committee to ensure a diverse group of emerging leaders who are dedicated to strengthening their understanding of the community and expanding their positive impact.

Ready to Apply?
Deadline to apply for next cohort is September 15, 2026

If you’re excited to grow your leadership skills, connect with inspiring neighbours, and help shape the future of Stony Plain, we encourage you to apply. Send us an email with your contact information and we will connect directly with you.

Contribute to Your Community! Have your say on decisions impacting Stony Plain – Join a Council Appointed Board or Committee.

Applications close September 8, 2026.

Volunteering Mission

Community and Social Development is excited to share the What We Heard Report. This is a summary of volunteerism and civic engagement from winter 2023.

Stony Plain Council accepted the Volunteerism and Civic Engagement Strategy for information. This strategy is aimed at promoting wellbeing and healthy communities in Stony Plain by providing a framework for enhancing volunteerism and civic engagement. This strategy emphasizes community development and will be monitored over the next five years of implementation, ensuring it will build upon the legacy of the Volunteer Centre established in 1997. This strategy reflects a commitment to support civic engagement and volunteerism in the community for years to come, as outlined in the 2024-2026 Corporate Plan and 2024-2027 Strategic Plan

Resources

Resources for Non-Profit Organizations

The Tri-Municipal Region Community Development Planning Committee—bringing together partners from Stony Plain, Parkland County, and Spruce Grove—supports and connects local nonprofit and charitable organizations through leadership development, training, networking, and volunteer engagement. Through ongoing opportunities focused on sustainability, governance, and collaboration, the Committee fosters shared learning and sector-wide growth.

Resources:

Community Non-Profit Resource Directory - City of Spruce Grove webpage with tons of excellent resources from grants, marketing, generating income, board governance, etc. Check it out!
Non-Profit Newsletter from City of Spruce Grove: by clicking Subscribe
Stony Plain Community Initiatives Grant Program
Team Up to Clean Up Program: may apply to receive funding to use for their programming!
Non-Profit Learning Centre – Alberta Community Development – Online courses, live webinars, documents and guides
Volunteer Alberta – resources, webinars and services available for non-profit organizations.
Board and Fund Development resources are available on the Alberta Community Development YouTube Channel
Volunteer Canada - Volunteer Canada is a registered charity, providing national leadership and expertise on volunteerism to increase the participation, quality and diversity of volunteer experiences
Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations

o news and views from an evolving charitable ecosystem. Networking events and training opportunities for the non profit sector.

o subscribe to stay up to date on events and training opportunities

Alberta Nonprofit Network - advancing a proactive, collaborative, and resilient non profit sector. This network brings together organizations of all sizes and scopes to collectively address provincial-wide issues.
Better Impact Blog with resources (recruitment, training, appreciation+) for Volunteer Managers: Mastering Volunteer Management: The Ultimate Guide
How do you assess skills gaps for volunteers? Check out these tips!
4 Ways to Make Volunteer Recognition Meaningful: Volunteer Alberta
Free Legal Support for Nonprofits: Pro Bono Law Alberta
Professionals for Good: Professionals for Good is a volunteer matching service providing charities with access to a wide range of professional supports.