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Make-A-Wish Canada

Make-A-Wish Canada

Other Nonprofit

About Us

Make-A-Wish Canada works with communities across the country to provide children with critical illnesses the opportunity to realize their most heartfelt wish. These wishes are more than just moments of happiness; they are crucial in improving medical outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for both the children and their families.

Volunteer Opportunities

1 Openings
TO SIGN-UP, PLEASE VISIT: VolunteerSignup - Online volunteer signup sheets - Pull for Wishes - September 24th, 2026 signup sheetHelp us power the wishes of children with critical illnesses in Southern Alberta at Pull for Wishes. Teams of 16 people can compete to see who will be the fastest to pull a frac pump down a designated track. We will have various volunteer opportunities available for this fun event and we would love to have you join us!Details:Date: Thursday September 24, 2026Location: McMahon Stadium Parking Lot (1817 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary AB)Time: 8:00am - 3:00pmCheck in Location: Stadium Parking Lot (look for signage)Parking is available on site and is also transit accessible.Roles:Event Set-upTruck Pull TimersKid Zone Carnival Game SupervisorsFood and Drinks TentEvent Clean-upOther Notes:- Training will be provided on the day of the event for all volunteers assisting with the truck pull on how to record the time for each team.- Many of the roles involved will require lots of standing and walking around the event site. Activities can be at a decent distant from each other, so most volunteers will need to be prepared to be mobile and stand (on concrete) for periods of time.- To Wear: MAWC T-shirt (if you have one, if not, one will be provided), comfortable shoes, weather appropriate clothing- Volunteers will receive snacks and lunch
Short-term (less than 6 months) One-time event
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Contact Information

Location
Suite 5, 2308 24 Street SW
Calgary, Alberta
T2T 5H8