Volunteer Opportunities in Calgary

Organization: Night Light Festival (Registered Non-Profit Organization)Position Title: Festival VolunteerDates: September 24, 25, & 26, 2026Time Commitment: Minimum 3-hour shift (6:00-9:00 pm)Location: Victoria Park, Downtown Calgary (transit accessible)Application Deadline: September 21, 2026About Night LightNight Light is a three-night celebration of light, art, and performance that transforms Victoria Park into an immersive outdoor gallery. Through large-scale light installations, projection mapping, live performances, and interactive experiences, the festival inspires curiosity, creativity, and connection while providing a platform for artists to experiment, innovate, and share bold new ideas. Produced by the Victoria Park BIA, Night Light welcomes thousands of visitors each year to experience Calgary in a completely new light. Why Volunteer?Volunteers are at the heart of the Night Light experience. As a member of our volunteer team, you'll help create a welcoming atmosphere while supporting one of Calgary's most distinctive public art festivals. Whether you're looking to gain event experience, meet new people, support Calgary's arts community, or simply be part of something memorable, there's a place for you at Night Light. No previous volunteer or event experience is required – training will be provided before the festival. Volunteer ResponsibilitiesWelcome visitors and provide a positive first impressionAssist with wayfinding between festival locationsShare festival information, schedules, and recommendationsSupport interactive installations and encourage participationHelp maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphereAssist the festival team with general event support as neededVolunteer PerksBe part of one of Calgary’s most unique art festivalsGain experience in festivals, tourism, arts, and community eventsMeet local artists, performers, and fellow volunteersReceive volunteer training and supportComplimentary snacks and refreshments during your shiftEarn volunteer hours and valuable event experienceWe’re Looking For People Who AreFriendly and enthusiasticComfortable interacting with the publicReliable and dependablePassionate about community, art, or eventsAvailable for at least one 3-hour shiftVolunteers under 18 must have parental or guardian consent.Ready to Join Us?Visit: https://form.jotform.com/252246996202258 Or email:admin@nightlightvicpark.ca Training will be provided before the festival.Questions?Leonie FairhurstVolunteer CoordinatorNight Light Festivaladmin@nightlightvicpark.ca

We are looking for a new chairperson for our board of directors. You will be required to lead and guide meetings with the agenda and occassionally attend work meetings outside of the board meetings to assist in tasks including fundraising. We meet 3 times per year. Our organization works with At-Risk Youth and Young adults involved in the justice system in Calgary.

Feeding our Future addresses summer hunger by packing and delivering nutritious snacks to children and youth when school meal programs pause. While school food programming is an essential part of childhood nutrition from September to June, Feeding Our Future aims to ensure children don’t go without during the summer months.Dates: July: Mon July 6, 13, 20, 27 August: Tue August 4 & Mon August 10, 17, 24Shift Times: 9:30am-11:30am or 1:00pm-3:30pmLocation: 260081 Nose Creek Blvd, Rocky View County, T4A 3P5Requirements: 15-25 volunteers needed per shift, 16+ years of ageTravel: Free on-site parking is availableActivity: Volunteers make 1,000 snack packs during a 2-hour shift throughout the summer.How to sign up:Email ashleyf@secondharvest.ca with your top 2-3 choices for dates/shifts listed above. We will do our best to accommodate all requests; however, space may be limited.

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

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

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

Quest Theatre (Calgary/Moh’kinsstis) is searching for a volunteer Strategy Committee Member. Our ideal candidate is someone who has strategic planning experience, goal setting, and/or risk management experience. This volunteer position is based in Calgary. This is an ideal position for someone looking to gain experience to become a future member of the Board of Directors. If you are interested in supporting Quest’s vision, mission and values, and have the experience we are looking for, please respond to this position.For 40 years, Quest Theatre has nurtured young people through exceptional adventures in theatre, creating intelligent and whimsical work that encourages young people to explore who they are, discover what is important, and build the kind of world they want to live in. We do theatre WITH young people and FOR young people with the knowledge that exposure to the arts is vital for their personal growth, character development, and sense of belonging in society.Role DescriptionMajor responsibilities include:Strategy Committee MemberAttends committee meetingsContributes to setting the committee annual goalsParticipates in setting strategy for the theatre companyReviews and provides feedback on annual goals for the theatre companyIdentifies risks and recommends solutions to the boardTime CommitmentStrategy Committee meetings are held virtually approximately 6 times per year. Board meetings are held approximately 6 times per year in person. Some ad hoc meetings and work may be required.Apply NowApplications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. If you are interested in supporting Quest’s vision, mission and values, and have the experience we are looking for, please apply to board@questtheatre.org by forwarding your resume.Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Quest Theatre’s Inclusivity StatementQuest believes all artists should explore theatre for young audiences as part of their ongoing practice. We encourage and want to work with anyone who is passionate about sharing their love of theatre with young people. In order to create meaningful and relevant work, it is important that we expose young people to diverse artists, cultural viewpoints, and a myriad of human perspectives. We want you just the way you are, because somewhere out there is a young person just like you. You are an important piece in our job to share theatrical stories that promote a happy, healthy, and inclusive society for everyone.Please visit www.questtheatre.org for more information on the organization.

Quest Theatre (Calgary/Moh’kinsstis) is searching for a volunteer Governance Committee Member – Human Resources. Our ideal candidate is a CPHR with 7+ years of experiences, based in Calgary and interested in supporting Quest’s vision, mission and values. For almost 40 years, Quest Theatre has nurtured young people through exceptional adventures in theatre, creating intelligent and whimsical work that encourages young people to explore who they are, discover what is important, and build the kind of world they want to live in. We do theatre WITH young people and FOR young people with the knowledge that exposure to the arts is vital for their personal growth, character development, and sense of belonging in society. Role Description We are seeking a professional and enthusiastic individual with a background and experience in human resources to join our Governance Committee. Prior Board or Committee experience is considered an asset.Major responsibilities include: Governance Committee – Human ResourcesLeadership and guidance support with all HR related policies, procedures and documents. Annual review of the employee personnel policies and procedures.Review and recommendations of compensation packages including benefits.Participation and oversight in the recruitment, selection process and succession planning for Quest leadership and board/committee roles as required.Guidance and support in the annual performance reviews of the Artistic Director and Director of Business Operations.Provide human resources guidance as required including recruitment, performance management etc.Other Governance Committee duties as requiredTime Commitment Governance Committee meetings are held virtually approximately 6 times per year. Some ad hoc meetings and work may be required. This role could lead to a Board position if desired.Apply Now Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. For best consideration, please apply to board@questtheatre.org by forwarding your resume.Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Quest Theatre’s Inclusivity Statement Quest believes all artists should explore theatre for young audiences as part of their ongoing practice. We encourage and want to work with anyone who is passionate about sharing their love of theatre with young people. In order to create meaningful and relevant work, it is important that we expose young people to diverse artists, cultural viewpoints, and a myriad of human perspectives. We want you just the way you are, because somewhere out there is a young person just like you. You are an important piece in our job to share theatrical stories that promote a happy, healthy, and inclusive society for everyone. Please visit www.questtheatre.org for more information on the organization.

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

This Volunteer position plays an important part in managing the flow of traffic to and from the pool deck via the Foundation Lounge.What you'll do:Greet and verify access for Aquatic Sport Partners (confirm barcodes match day-sheet bookings)Allow access only within 30 minutes of scheduled bookingsTally usage stats – track the number of users accessing through this door on a provided sheetStay up to date on pool day sheet changesSupport general housekeeping tasks (as needed)Access Guidelines You'd Help Monitor:Only Aquatic Sport Partners and Summer Camps may access via this entranceNo public access permitted (drop-in swimmers, lessons, fitness classes, etc. must go through Guest Services)Ensure the upper door remains deactivated and the lower door is propped to allow clubs to exit safelyUse the daily schedule at your station to confirm bookingsIdeal Volunteer Shifts:Morning Block: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PMAfternoon/Evening Block: 1:30 PM – 8:00 PMShifts can be broken up into flexible 2–4 hour segments based on your availability — whether you can help once a week or more regularly, it makes a big impact.What’s In It for You:Free facility access based on hours worked.Volunteer loyalty program benefitsAnnual volunteer events including yearly celebrations and many more.Free parking and close to transit with a C-train and bus stop steps away.Professional development and training opportunities.Please apply using the following link: Volunteer - Foundation Lounge Access Support | MNP Community & Sport Centre Opportunities