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Volunteer

If you have chronic kidney disease or have a loved one with the disease, you can influence the Ontario healthcare system by sharing your experiences. We welcome you to join our community of patient and family advisors, where you can contribute your voice to our kidney care programs and initiatives.

Become a Patient and Family Advisor

Patient and family advisors are people who have been affected by chronic kidney disease, such as patients, family members or caregivers. Advisors share their experiences to help us improve kidney care in Ontario.

Learn more about patient and family advisors and how to apply.

Get Involved in Your Community

Most of Ontario’s Regional Renal Programs have volunteer opportunities for patients, family members and caregivers. There may be opportunities in:

  • local patient and family advisory councils
  • peer support programs
  • peer mentoring programs

Ask a member of your kidney care team about how you can get involved, or contact your Regional Renal Program.

Patient and Family Advisor Video Series

People with chronic kidney disease and their families share their experiences of living with the disease, dialysis treatments, peer support and pregnancy.

View Patient and Family Advisor Video Series

Human Touch Awards

Learn about CCO’s awards recognizing exemplary compassionate patient care, and find out how to nominate a healthcare professional, provider or volunteer.

Visit CCO Awards

Careers

If you are interested in a career with the Ontario Renal Network, visit the CCO website to find current job opportunities.

Visit CCO Careers

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