Volunteers

Volunteers

We aim to transform lives and cultivate purpose. Our employees not only gain meaningful, fairly paid employment—they also experience belonging, confidence, and personal growth.

Inspire businesses to embrace inclusivity
Provide fair wages and meaningful work to those who need it most
Empower families to imagine new opportunities for their loved ones
Empower individuals to discover their potential
Encourage communities to provide support, advocacy, and employment opportunities
Build a community that celebrates achievement and inspires change

Inspire businesses to embrace inclusivity
Empower families to imagine new opportunities for their loved ones
Encourage communities to provide support, advocacy, and employment opportunities

Provide fair wages and meaningful work to those who need it most
Empower individuals to discover their potential
Build a community that celebrates achievement and inspires change

How You Can Get Involved

Spread the Word

Help us reach more people and organizations who might want to support WeCandle. You can share our story with friends, family, or companies that may be looking for meaningful corporate gifts for events or employee appreciation.
Business Support

We often need help with marketing, advertising, content creation, and social media. Volunteers with experience in design, photography, digital marketing, or even software systems can make a big impact by helping us reach a wider audience.

In-Studio Assistance

We sometimes have opportunities for volunteers to join us in the studio to help with packaging, setup, and supporting our team during production days. These roles are designed to complement our paid makers and create an inclusive, supportive space for everyone involved.
Mentorship and Training

Mentors can help our candle makers build skills in communication, confidence, and workplace readiness. Whether it’s teaching customer service, retail training, or simple professional habits, your time can make a lasting impact on someone’s career journey.

We Can Achieve, We Can Inspire

Did you know 85% of adults with intellectual disabilities do not have paid employment? Even among those who do, many earn less than minimum wage or work only a few hours a week.

At We Candle Co., we’re here to change that. Our mission goes beyond candle-making—we create fairly paid employment opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and those facing barriers to work. Each candle we craft is a symbol of empowerment, purpose, and possibility.

Volunteer With Us

We’re always grateful for people who want to support our mission. While we’re still shaping our volunteer program, our goal is to create opportunities that add value without taking away paid employment for the adults we serve.

As a nonprofit that also runs a product-based business, there are many ways volunteers can help us grow and create more fairly paid jobs.

FAQ

Find the most frequently asked questions below.

No experience is required. We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds and will guide you through everything you need to know when you arrive.
We offer a variety of roles depending on your interests and skills. Volunteers can help in the studio, assist at events, support marketing efforts, or lend a hand with outreach and partnerships.
Yes, we do. Some volunteers join us for a single day or event, while others stay involved for ongoing projects or weekly support.
Volunteers help support a variety of meaningful tasks such as packaging candles, assisting with event setup or photo shoots, helping with administrative work, or providing support with marketing and social media activities.
Absolutely. We love when volunteers bring their professional skills to the table. There are always opportunities for creative, business, or technical contributions. We’re also always looking for industry and community leaders who can help train our employees in areas related to their interests or career development.
Yes. We often need volunteers for community events, pop-ups, and local markets to help with setup, sales, and sharing our story with visitors.
It depends on your availability and the role. Some volunteers join us for a few hours a month, while others contribute weekly. We’ll work with you to find a schedule that fits.
Yes, most volunteer opportunities are flexible. You can choose the days and times that work best for you.
Yes, our busiest seasons are around the holidays and special event months. That’s when we’re most in need of extra hands, but we welcome help year-round.
Yes. We welcome high school students who need to complete volunteer hours. These opportunities are a great way to gain real experience while helping support adults facing barriers to employment in our studio and community programs. Students can assist with packaging, events, marketing, or outreach tasks under supervision, and we’re happy to provide the required documentation once hours are completed.

No experience is required. We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds and will guide you through everything you need to know when you arrive.
Yes, we do. Some volunteers join us for a single day or event, while others stay involved for ongoing projects or weekly support.
Absolutely. We love when volunteers bring their professional skills to the table. There are always opportunities for creative, business, or technical contributions. We’re also always looking for industry and community leaders who can help train our employees in areas related to their interests or career development.
It depends on your availability and the role. Some volunteers join us for a few hours a month, while others contribute weekly. We’ll work with you to find a schedule that fits.
Yes, our busiest seasons are around the holidays and special event months. That’s when we’re most in need of extra hands, but we welcome help year-round.

We offer a variety of roles depending on your interests and skills. Volunteers can help in the studio, assist at events, support marketing efforts, or lend a hand with outreach and partnerships.
Volunteers help support a variety of meaningful tasks such as packaging candles, assisting with event setup or photo shoots, helping with administrative work, or providing support with marketing and social media activities.
Yes. We often need volunteers for community events, pop-ups, and local markets to help with setup, sales, and sharing our story with visitors.
Yes, most volunteer opportunities are flexible. You can choose the days and times that work best for you.
Yes. We welcome high school students who need to complete volunteer hours. These opportunities are a great way to gain real experience while helping support adults facing barriers to employment in our studio and community programs. Students can assist with packaging, events, marketing, or outreach tasks under supervision, and we’re happy to provide the required documentation once hours are completed.

HandcraftedIn small batches

Paraffin-free coconut soy wax

Phthalate-free fragrance oils

Long-lasting Burn time

Locally made in Ontario, Canada