Volunteer
How can I volunteer with the PEI Humane Society?
Volunteer applications are presently closed.
The PEI Humane Society has put a hold on accepting
new volunteers ahead of our move into our new facility.
There are many ways to get involved at PEIHS, but if you’re interested in volunteering on-site at the shelter, here are a few things to keep in mind:
PEIHS Shelter Volunteers must:
- Be available to volunteer during our normal operating hours
- Mon – Friday: 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- Sat – Sun: 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Understand that the shelter can be a busy, loud space to volunteer. Those who may not be comfortable working in such an environment may not enjoy their volunteer experience
- Fill in the foster volunteer application below
- If you are interested in fostering, you are asked to join the PEI Humane Society Foster Group on Facebook. All animals are placed in foster homes through this group. In order to volunteer as a foster. CLICK HERE TO JOIN
If one or more of the above requirements are not suitable for you, you may want to consider volunteering or getting involved in another capacity. Learn more about the different kinds of volunteers below!
Benefits for volunteers:
- The opportunity to support and work with the only animal shelter on Prince Edward Island
- Experience and training in animal handling and enrichment
- Reference letters (available by request only)
What kinds of voluteers work at the PEI Humane Society?
Team volunteering
Do you have a team from your workplace, a team, or a group of friends that want to come enjoy a few hours of dedicated volunteering? Look no further!
Our group volunteer experiences are a great way to spend time together while giving back to animals in need right here on PEI. Here’s what you can expect from your time at the shelter:
- 2-hour on-site volunteer experience at the PEI Humane Society’s shelter (309 Sherwood Rd. Charlottetown, PE)
- Dedicated task for volunteers, such as: helping bag donations for the PEIHS Pet Pantry, providing enrichment for animals up for adoption, making Kong toys and lick mats, helping organize donations, and many other options!
- Your visit includes a brief tour of the shelter (approx. 20-30 minutes), including a health and safety overview, and a staff member will paired with your group throughout your visit.
- All volunteers are asked to wear a volunteer t-shirt (provided by the shelter) during their visit. This shirt is to returned upon completion of the visit.
Timeslots are limited for group volunteering experiences. So please request a booking as early as possible (min. 1 month in advance) to ensure availability.
To book yours, email Ashley Travis at atravis@peihumanesociety.com
Shelter Volunteers
Qualifications
- Shelter volunteers are interested in interacting with and supporting the care of animals at the PEI Humane Society
- Duties can include:
- General cleaning duties (laundry, dishes, kennel cleaning)
- Dog walking (on-site training required)
- Animal enrichment (on-site training required)
- Bagging/packaging food/treats for the pet pantry
- Providing information about animals to prospective adopters/visitors
- This role is ideal for those who love animals and who are interested in spending time in the animal welfare space
Board of Directors
Qualifications
- Our Board of Directors is a group of dedicated volunteers who are passionate about our work at PEIHS and our position in the community
- The Board meets 10 times per year to discuss and approve elements of our operations here at PEIHS
- Board Members are also often fundraisers and volunteers themselves
- All board members are subject to an interview process
We accept applications to join the Board of Directors on a continuous basis, however all board positions are currently filled. Any applications submitted at this time will be considered for future roles and/or committee volunteers.
To put your name forward as a candidate for board service, see the application form below:
