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Volunteering at AIEM
Volunteering at AIEM
Get involved, build connections, and gain experience in Montreal
Essentials
Volunteering with Accueil aux immigrants de l’Est de Montréal (AIEM) means actively taking part in community life in Montréal, developing skills, and gaining Québec experience, while contributing to the social and community integration of immigrant individuals.
Why volunteer at AIEM
Volunteering is an initiative led by Accueil aux immigrants de l’Est de Montréal (AIEM). It is part of the organization’s actions to support the social and community integration of immigrant individuals in Montréal.
Getting involved as a volunteer at AIEM means choosing a meaningful, supervised, and voluntary commitment within an inclusive community setting.
What volunteering brings you
Volunteering at AIEM allows you to :
- actively participate in community life
- develop and showcase your skills
- gain meaningful experience in Québec
- expand your social and community network
- build lasting connections with people from diverse backgrounds
- strengthen your confidence and autonomy
Types of volunteer involvement
Depending on AIEM’s needs and volunteers’ interests, opportunities may include :
- support for events
- facilitation or support of community activities
- support for communications or writing
- youth-related activities
- support for seniors
- logistical or administrative support
This list is indicative and evolves according to the organization’s needs.
Who can volunteer
Volunteering at AIEM is open to :
- permanent residents
- temporary residents
- people recognized as refugees
- naturalized Canadian citizens
- refugee claimants
AIEM’s team always takes the time to discuss with each person in order to propose a form of involvement that matches their situation, in compliance with the legal and community framework.
A clear and respectful framework
Volunteering at AIEM is based on :
- a voluntary and unpaid commitment
- supervision and support by AIEM’s team
- respect for the organization’s community values
- activities offered mainly in French
Volunteering at AIEM does not replace a job, an internship, or a government program.
Volunteering as a lever for integration
At AIEM, volunteering is recognized as :
- a lever for social and community integration
- a concrete way to participate in the host society
- an opportunity to develop Québec references
- a space that fosters civic engagement
This service is regularly recommended by community workers, partner organizations, and school teams as a first step toward engagement and social integration.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A voluntary and unpaid commitment that allows participation in the organization’s community activities and supports social integration in Montréal.
How to get involved
To become a volunteer, simply express your interest.
Contact AIEM through the Contact page.
The team will reach out to propose a volunteer role that matches your interests and availability.
To take part in AIEM activities, you must have an up-to-date AIEM file.
