“It is one of the most beautiful compensations of this life that no man can sincerely try to help another without helping himself.”

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Orientation provides new volunteers with important information about:

• Our hospitals: history & background, programs and services
• The NHS Mission, Vision and Values
• Hospital Policies and Procedures
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Health and Safety including WHMIS, Emergency Codes and Fire Safety
• Confidentiality and Privacy Legislation
• Customer Service Standard, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
• Volunteer Resources and Hospital Auxiliaries

Applicants accepted as Volunteers at the NHS will complete position-specific departmental training following orientation to ensure success in their positions.