2SLGBTQ+ Drop-in Peer Support Volunteers

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, April 12, 2026

We are excited to pilot this new role! These volunteers provide 1-on-1 peer support on a drop-in basis to community members who are looking for support. This will include having support conversations about various issues and topics in-person and on the phone, as well as potentially other tasks in the office as needed.

Volunteering for this role will solely take place at our office in 3-4 hour shifts from 10am-5pm Monday-Thursdays. The monthly commitment will be a minimum of 3-4 hours per month, plus approximately an additional hour to complete admin work (like filling out forms).

If you’re not able to fulfill this requirement but would like to volunteer on the line, please contact Zak, the Manager of Volunteers and Programming, at zak@calgaryoutlink.ca. We’d still love to have you!

If you’re interested in being a drop-in peer support volunteer:

- You are age 18+

- You’re a friendly human who wants to connect with, support, and hold space for fellow community members of various identities and backgrounds

- You’re comfortable supporting folks with various issues (you will receive training on these)

- You’re comfortable supporting someone through talking on the phone and in-person, or want to work towards being more comfortable

- You can consistently get to the Outlink office for your shifts (located at 750 11 St SW)

- You can commit to volunteering with us from July-December 2026

- You can attend a mandatory 30 hour training with multiple sessions from April 28-May 30, 2026 (see below for info on training)