Volunteer Opportunities in Calgary
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The Brita Night Run will be taking place in support of the Special Olympics. We are looking to recruit volunteers to come and help out at our event, without whom the event would not be possible!The Brita Night Run is a 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run taking place in 4 cities across Canada in support of Special Olympics. Come out and light up the night!EVENT DETAILSLocation- Peace Park, CalgaryDate- Friday, September 18thTime- 5-10pmPOSITIONS AVAILABLE-Race Kit Pick Up-Event Site Set-up-Course Marshal-Water Station-Food and Beverage Distributor-Race Kit Pick Up On Event Day-Bag Check-Start/Finish Line-Social Media Capture-Post-Event Tear DownNo experience is necessary; come out and have a fun time with like-minded volunteers!Why not bring a friend? All volunteers will receive an Energizer Headlamp and 1 drink ticket! Plus, all volunteer positions are open to high school students who need to collect Community Service hours.Click on the link to register to access our volunteer sign up: https://runforwomen.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=116310Details on each position are available through the registration link.Contact alexandrawaterman23@gmail.com for more information/details!
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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
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Are you friendly, welcoming, and love connecting with people? Join Radiance Family Society as a First or Second Door Host Volunteer at our signature Rise & Shine fundraising event!You’ll help create a warm and positive experience from the moment guests arrive by:😊 Welcoming & greeting guests🚪 Assisting with doors and guest flow👉 Providing directions & answering general questions🤝 Helping guests navigate entrance and registration areas💜 Creating an inclusive and welcoming atmosphereYour support will help make Rise & Shine a success while raising vital funds for families impacted by domestic violence.📅 October 1⏰ Beginning as early as 6:00 AM📍 Calgary Petroleum Club⭐ What We’re Looking ForFriendly and approachable volunteers with great interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to help! Customer service or event experience is an asset but not required.🌟 Why Volunteer?💜 Make a meaningful difference in your community🤝 Meet and connect with community members🎟️ Gain experience supporting a signature fundraising event🌱 Learn more about Radiance and our work supporting families impacted by domestic violence✨ Build your customer service and volunteer experience💜 Join a compassionate community dedicated to helping heal the human spiritInterested in volunteering?Contact Maria, Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator📧 volunteer@radiancesociety.ca
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Are you comfortable with technology and enjoy helping things run smoothly behind the scenes? Join Radiance Family Society as an AV Tech Volunteer for our signature Rise & Shine fundraising event! 💜We’re looking for someone to help with:🎤 Microphones & sound💻 Presentation slides, videos & music🔌 AV setup, testing & teardown🛠️ Basic troubleshooting during the event🤝 Supporting speakers and event staffYour support will help Rise & Shine run smoothly while raising vital funds for families impacted by domestic violence.📅 October 1⏰ Setup begins as early as 6:00 AM📍 Calgary Petroleum Club⭐ What We’re Looking ForBasic experience or comfort with AV equipment and technology, good problem-solving skills, reliability, and the ability to stay calm during a live event.🌟 Why Volunteer?💜 Make a meaningful difference in your community🎤 Gain hands-on AV and live event experience📋 Build your event and volunteer experience🤝 Connect with a compassionate, community-minded team🌱 Learn more about Radiance and our work supporting families impacted by domestic violence✨ Be part of one of Radiance’s signature fundraising events!Interested in volunteering?Contact Maria, Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator📧 volunteer@radiancesociety.ca
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Help capture the moments that make a difference at Radiance Family Society’s Rise & Shine fundraising event! 💜We’re looking for a volunteer photographer to capture:✨ Guests & speakers✨ Candid/action shots✨ Auction items & event highlightsYour photos will help Radiance share our story and support our mission to help heal the human spirit for families impacted by domestic violence.📅 October 1⏰ 6:30 AM – 9:30 AM📍 Calgary Petroleum Club📷 Photography experience is an asset. Equipment can be provided, or bring your own!🌟 Why Volunteer?💜 Make a meaningful difference in your community📸 Build your photography experience and portfolio🤝 Connect with a compassionate, community-minded team🌱 Learn more about Radiance and our work supporting families impacted by domestic violence✨ Be part of one of Radiance’s signature fundraising events!Interested in volunteering?Contact Maria Marin, Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator📧 volunteer@radiancesociety.ca
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| Opportunity Role ↕ | Organization ↕ | Location ↕ | Category ↕ | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brita Night Run | Flow Marketing | Sudbury, ON | Sports and Recreation | View Details |
| Make-A-Wish Canada - Pull for Wishes (September 24, 2026) | Make-A-Wish Canada | Calgary | Social and Community Service | View Details |
| 👋💜 DOOR HOST VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! 💜👋 | Radiance Family Society | Calgary | Fundraising & Sponsorship | View Details |
| 🎤💻 AV TECH VOLUNTEER NEEDED! 💻🎤 | Radiance Family Society | Calgary | Fundraising & Sponsorship | View Details |
| 📸 PHOTOGRAPHER VOLUNTEER NEEDED! 📸 | Radiance Family Society | Calgary | Fundraising & Sponsorship | View Details |
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Where can I find remote volunteering in Calgary?
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Are there student volunteer hours available in Calgary?
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