FAQs
Frequently asked questions
The Christmas Gift Drive 2025 is a community initiative focused on collecting and distributing supplies to bring warmth and joy to families in need during the festive season. It aims to reduce financial barriers, promote equity, and empower families through support and access to essential items.
Donors contribute school supplies or monetary donations.
Volunteers help sort, organize, and distribute supplies.
Families pick up the items at the giveaway event.
Any family with children in need of supplies is welcome to attend. No registration is required. Supplies will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
You can donate independently by emailing us at (Placeholder)
We are accepting:
books
school supplies
board games
art & craft kits
toys
stationary
gift cards
music supplies
monetary donations
more
We’re committed to reducing waste and promoting eco-conscious giving by:
Accepting gently used and upcycled school supplies
Distributing items in reusable, non-plastic tote bags
Using recyclable and compostable materials during the event
Partnering with eco-friendly businesses and organizations
Email: info@peeleducation.org Donation Inquiries: 647-808-3378
Click any of the "Sign Up Now" buttons on this page, complete the intake form, and a youth advisor will help match you with a placement.
No, the program is open to all youth, regardless of experience.
Opportunities include event assistance, teaching assistance, photography, museum/library support, tech support, sustainability initiatives, customer service, and more.
Yes! Many opportunities are available remotely across Canada.
Yes! Volunteers get mentorship, workshops, and skill development plans (SDPs) tailored to their growth.
A certificate upon completion.
Networking opportunities with professionals and organizations.
Transferable skills like communication, leadership, and problem-solving!
Yes! We host monthly networking events (Click here for details) and an annual Youth Conference & Volunteer Fair.
You must be 12 years-old or older to join our virtual volunteer program; 14 or older for our in-person opportunities. You must have a Canadian address to sign up for the program, and must have access to a computer and the internet. You should be passionate about education, and enthusiastic and ready to learn. You must be able to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per month in the volunteer program. For in-person recurring events, you must not fail to show up without prior notice more than once; otherwise, your registration will be withdrawn.
Yes, PRES volunteering hours can be counted towards OSSD community hours.
When your volunteer period has ended, send us the record form from your school or school guidance to have it signed off via volunteer@yorkeducation.ca. Please fill in as many blanks as you can before sending it across.
Only community activity hours at PRES or other non-for-profit organizations can be counted to the OSSD requirement*
At YRES, any training, meetings, lessons and activities you participate in will count towards your hours!
*OSSD volunteer hour eligibility may differ
No, you don't. You have the option of signing up for in-person, virtual, or hybrid, in the sign up form.
No, there is a volunteer selection process that takes place after the response window closes. We take your availability into consideration and send a confirmation email to selected volunteers closer to the date of the event.
Yes, you are welcome to join our volunteering opportunities so long as you are currently residing in Canada for the duration of your volunteer commitment.
You can reach us in the following ways:
Email: Send us an email at volunteer@yorkeducation.ca
Phone: Call us at (416) 475-6622
Social Media: You can also check for updates through our parent organization's (YRES) social media page on Instagram
You can sign up for as many programs as you wish, as long as you can commit to attending the program. They will be free.
All programs are free (zero-cost) at Peel Region Educational Services. If you need private tutoring and special support, please contact us and we will discuss learning plans tailored to your needs.
Our advisor is available to reply by emails (info@yorkeducation.ca). Please expect 1-2 business days for a reply due to high volume. Your patience is appreciated.
You are welcome to participate in any of the programs listed on our site, even if you live outside of the Peel Region.