Volunteer
Opportunities
in Montreal

• L'Hirondelle, services d'accueil et d'intégration des immigrants Chez L’Hirondelle, nous avons à cœur de faciliter l’intégration sociale et professionnelle des nouveaux arrivants au Québec. Grâce à un accompagnement personnalisé, des ressources adaptées et une communauté engagée, nous aidons les personnes immigrantes à s’épanouir et à bâtir leur avenir avec confiance. Nous croyons que chaque parcours est unique et mérite un soutien à la hauteur de ses ambitions. At L’Hirondelle, we are committed to facilitating the social and professional integration of newcomers to Quebec. Thanks to personalized support, adapted resources and a committed community, we help immigrants to flourish and build their future with confidence. We believe that each individual’s path is unique, and deserves support that matches its ambitions.

Host vounteers - intercultural matching program

Offer number: 01875

Valid until: 23-10-2026

• L'Hirondelle, services d'accueil et d'intégration des immigrants Chez L’Hirondelle, nous avons à cœur de faciliter l’intégration sociale et professionnelle des nouveaux arrivants au Québec. Grâce à un accompagnement personnalisé, des ressources adaptées et une communauté engagée, nous aidons les personnes immigrantes à s’épanouir et à bâtir leur avenir avec confiance. Nous croyons que chaque parcours est unique et mérite un soutien à la hauteur de ses ambitions. At L’Hirondelle, we are committed to facilitating the social and professional integration of newcomers to Quebec. Thanks to personalized support, adapted resources and a committed community, we help immigrants to flourish and build their future with confidence. We believe that each individual’s path is unique, and deserves support that matches its ambitions.

Activity sector(s)

• Immigration and Cultural Communities

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Type(s) of activity Personal Assistance and Moral Support Event Support

District Le Plateau-Mont-Royal Outremont Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie Ville-Marie Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension

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Context of the mandate

L’Hirondelle is calling for contributions from all individuals of Quebec origin or those who have been living in Quebec for over ten years!

We are looking for people ready to experience intercultural pairing. By participating, you will help newcomers discover Quebec society, build their network, and integrate more easily while learning about new cultures. Share simple moments like a walk, a coffee, or a cultural outing.

What is the intercultural matching program?

The intercultural matching program connects individuals or families with an immigrant background with host vounteers (people born in Quebec or who have lived there for at least 10 years). Through friendship and mutual exchange, participants learn about each other's cultures and life experiences while supporting the integration of newcomers into Quebec society in a warm and welcoming environment.

For newcomers : essential support to better adapt and thrive.
For you as a host volunteer: an opportunity to discover new cultures, build strong connections, and contribute to a more inclusive society.

Flexible commitment: adapt your participation to your schedule!

How to become a volunteer?

1 - Attend a 30 to 45-minute meeting with the volunteer coordinator (online or in person).

2 - Get introduced to your match.

Join us to live a rewarding human experience and contribute to building a more open and tolerant society!

Tasks

Meet with their match and establish a supportive exchange relationship, ideally in French, in order to share knowledge of Québec society, assist them in understanding local norms, practices, and cultural codes, and thereby promote a smooth, timely, and lasting integration into their new living environment.

Desired qualifications

Open-mindedness, active listening, curiosity, kindness, and a genuine desire to help others.

Expected level of involvement

Be available and commit to participating in at least two outings or activities per month with their newcomer match for six months minimum.

Perks we offer

• Reference letter (upon request)
• Volunteer appreciation events
• Other

Join a wide variety of fun, engaging, and enriching group activities offered through the matching program.

Spoken Language(s) Unilingual French accepted Bilingual FR-EN accepted Arabic Spanish Italian Mandarin Persian Portuguese Russian Ukrainian

Specific Criteria Accepts small groups (under 5 people) Available only evenings and/or weekends

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Profiles of volunteers accepted:

• Individual

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