Volunteer Workshop Facilitator

Organizational Description

Second Harvest is Canada's largest food rescue organization and is a global thought leader on perishable food redistribution. We work with thousands of food businesses from across the supply chain to redirect unsold surplus food to non‑profit organizations that feed communities in every province and territory.

By keeping perfectly edible food from ending up in landfill and redirecting it to the charitable sector, our work prevents harmful greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere and improves access to nutrition for the millions of people in Canada experiencing food insecurity.

Second Harvest is a national food rescue charity that is a separate organization and legal entity from Harvest Manitoba.

Volunteer Opportunity

Become a Volunteer Workshop Facilitator with Second Harvest!

Are you passionate about food waste prevention and its impact on our climate? Do you enjoy facilitating workshops and engaging people in meaningful learning experiences?

Second Harvest is Canada's largest food rescue organization and is a global thought leader on perishable food redistribution. We partner with thousands of food businesses across the supply chain to redirect unsold surplus food to non‑profit organizations that feed communities in every province and territory. By keeping perfectly edible food out of landfills and redirecting it to the charitable sector, we prevent harmful greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere and improve access to nutrition for the millions of people in Canada experiencing food insecurity.

Second Harvest is recruiting Volunteer Workshop Facilitators to join a pilot Training Program in Calgary, Edmonton, and Winnipeg. Working closely with the Learning & Engagement team, volunteer Facilitators will deliver engaging educational workshops in‑person and virtually, focused on food waste reduction and Second Harvest's mission.

This is a meaningful opportunity to build facilitation skills, support climate action, fight hunger, and engage diverse audiences in creating positive change.

• Facilitate in‑person training workshops and education sessions on Second Harvest and food waste reduction for a variety of local audiences including community groups, corporate teams, students and more
• Participate in train‑the‑trainer sessions delivered by Second Harvest to ensure the subject matter is being delivered consistently across key markets
• Work with the Learning & Engagement team to secure and schedule trainings
• Support the evaluation process by providing regular feedback to the Learning & Engagement team and sharing participant feedback through surveys
• Maintain records of training sessions, attendance and participant feedback

Application window will remain open until January 25, 2026, or until all positions have been filled. Please contact  for any questions/enquiries.

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Previous experience in training, facilitation, teaching, community service, or advocacy is an asset
• Passionate about food waste prevention and its impact on climate
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to adapt training techniques to different learning styles and/or audiences
• Able to manage tasks efficiently to ensure that they are completed in a timely manner
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office Suite, virtual meetings
• Willingness to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Bilingual in EN/FR is an asset

• Opportunity to collaborate with industry experts and like‑minded peers passionate about food systems
• Gain valuable hands‑on experience in facilitation, education, and community engagement outside of a traditional work environment
• Directly contribute to food waste prevention efforts and Second Harvest's mission

Age: 18–30, 31–54, 55+

Time Commitment:
Daytime, Evening, Weekend, Micro Volunteering, Remote Volunteering, Flexible Hours

• Approximately 1–2 training sessions per month between March and June 2026, with possibility of extension
• Each training session will be approximately 2 hours long
• Volunteers will complete a Train‑the‑Trainer program prior to…