Volunteer Role Descriptions
Join a dedicated community of volunteers committed to empowering people facing cancer, making a meaningful difference, and growing personally and professionally.
What Role is Right for Me?
Each LGFB volunteer role requires specific skills and experience to best support workshop participants. Whether your expertise is in skincare, makeup application, breast forms, medical-grade wigs, communications, or events, there’s a role for you.
Cosmetic Advisor (Skincare & Makeup Volunteer)
For this role, we seek professional beauty experts—makeup artists, estheticians, and skincare specialists—who bring skill, empathy, and clear, gentle communication to support people navigating cancer treatment.
Requirements:
Trained as a makeup artist (MUA), esthetician, or beauty expert, or have experience in a dermatology office or skincare clinic
Able to teach application techniques in a simple, step-by-step manner
Comfortable demonstrating on yourself and coaching participants to apply their own makeup
Warm, empathetic, and inclusive approach
Committed to attending regular workshops and collaborating with the local volunteer team
Wigs & Hair Alternatives Specialist
To help participants navigate hair loss during cancer treatment, volunteers in this role bring extensive knowledge in wigs and hair alternatives, plus clear, supportive communication.
Requirements:
Experience with wigs, hairpieces, and scarf styling techniques
Knowledge of wig construction, care, and maintenance
Strong communication skills to explain and demonstrate techniques clearly
Ability to express empathy, foster confidence, and encourage personal choice
Bra & Prostheses Specialist
To help participants feel comfortable and supported after breast surgery, volunteers in this role educate participants on post-mastectomy options, fittings, and financial reimbursement.
Requirements:
Industry experience or formal training in post-mastectomy bras, other post-op garments and breast prostheses
Understanding of different types of prostheses, bra fitting techniques, and financial reimbursement options
Ability to educate and provide guidance in a clear, compassionate way
Online Workshop Moderator
Volunteers in this role provide technical support, manage questions, and create a welcoming, interactive environment in our virtual workshops.
Requirements:
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to create an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere
Comfortable facilitating group discussions and encouraging participation
Organized and attentive to manage time, questions, and content flow
Tech-savvy enough to start, manage and end a zoom call, support online workshop logistics, and trouble shoot basic questions (specific training provided)
Reminder Call Volunteer
Volunteers in this role work remotely from home to remind participants about their workshops and answer questions in a friendly manner.
Requirements:
Friendly, patient, and clear communicator
Comfortable making phone calls and explaining workshop details
Ability to navigate online registration systems to check participant details and reschedule as needed
Access to a phone plan with free long-distance calling within Canada
Community Outreach Coordinator
Volunteers in this role help spread the word about LGFB workshops throughout the community, from hospitals and clinics to local businesses and community spaces, both in-person and online.
Requirements:
Access to a reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s licence, with the ability and comfort to travel within your local community and surrounding areas
Comfortable connecting with patients, healthcare providers, and local businesses to share information about LGFB and the difference we make
Experience in outreach, sales, customer service, community engagement, or a similar role where you’ve built relationships and started conversations with others
Self-motivated and organized, with the ability to plan, track, and adjust your outreach efforts while working with LGFB staff, regional volunteers, and partners
Ready to become a volunteer?
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