VOLUNTEER WITH US
OPIRG Toronto is a volunteer-driven organization. The majority of our projects are initiated and sustained autonomously by volunteers, and it is their commitment and contributions that determine what OPIRG Toronto works on.
Volunteers are full participants in consensus-based goal-setting and decision-making, have access to the office space and its resources, and participate in a forum for learning and sharing a number of skills related to community organizing and direct action.
You need no prior experience to volunteer. Simply come by to the OPIRG office (Room 318, UTSU Student Commons, 230 College Street) and say hello!
Check out your Rights and Responsibilities as an OPIRG Volunteer.
BECOME A MEMBER
Are you looking for other ways to support and engage your local community? Becoming a Community Member with OPIRG Toronto provides an opportunity for community members who are not current students at the University of Toronto St. George Campus to support OPIRG Toronto’s work through an annual financial contribution while becoming active participants in the organization’s community.
By joining our membership, Community Members will receive:
- Voting rights at OPIRG Annual General Meetings (subject to bylaw requirements)
- Recognition as a community supporter (optional)
MEMBERSHIP FEE STRUCTURE
- Minimum annual membership: $5/year
| Level | Annual Contribution |
| Community Member | $5 or more! |
Payment Options
- Pay via e-transfer, cash, cheque or through Zeffy.
FINANCIAL ACCESSIBILITY
OPIRG Toronto wants to ensure that no one is excluded from participation due to financial barriers. Fee waivers or sponsored memberships are available upon request. To ensure accessibility, please send an email to the Fundraising Coordinator fundraisingcoordinator@proton.me for any inquiries.
MEMBERSHIP TERM
Membership lasts 12 months from the date payment is received.
Renewal reminders are set:
- 30 days before expiry
- On expiry
- 30 days after expiry
The option for automatic annual renewal is available.
ELIGIBILITY
Community membership are open to:
- Individuals of all ages
- Individuals who are not currently enrolled in full-time undergraduate or graduate studies at the University of Toronto St. George campus
- People who support OPIRG Toronto’s mission & values
Current students already contributing through an OPIRG levy would not require an additional Community Membership.
MEMBER EXPECTATIONS
Members agree to:
- Support OPIRG Toronto’s mission
- Follow organizational policies and community agreements
- Participate respectfully in consensus based decision-making
- Uphold anti-oppression principles
- Contribute to a welcoming community
Membership may be revoked where actions seriously conflict with these commitments, following an established review process.