Archived Opportunities

These volunteer opportunities have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator (i.e. nonprofit organization). Please note that these opportunities are only presented for interest – to give volunteers and site visitors an opportunity to see the types of positions offered by organizations.

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Bingo Shifts at Five Star and Bingo Barn

Organization: 65
Category: Fundraising & Sponsorship
Description: Our organization has approx 4 or 5 bingos per month and we are looking for people to help fill the shifts.  We volunteer at Bingo Barn and Five Star with shifts either starting at 10:30am or 4:30pm on various days. Shifts are approx 5 hours and are a great way to keep active by selling special game cards or verifying bingos.  We do all the training and no experience is required. If interested, please email sdcaafund@gmail.com or text 403.921.4707 for a list of available dates. Our members thank you in advance! [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-sport.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Community Volunteer

Organization: YouQuest
Category: Sports and Recreation
Description: YouQuest is Calgary's first community for people with young-onset dementia (under 65 years) and their families.  Our purpose is to promote health and well-being by ensuring access to recreation therapy, counselling and peer support. YouQuest offers a place to belong, a reliable support network to families for full-day respite and caregiver peace of mind to maintain family responsibilities. A registered charity, YouQuest provides access to recreation centre amenities people to follow their own interests. Our Recreation Therapy staff and community volunteers provide functional support as needed to help people achieve well-being, learn new skills, and maintain their independence.   What's a Typical Day at YouQuest? Welcoming and interacting with participants and staff as part of our team Actively participating in recreation activities along with participants Anticipating participant needs and learning their life stories Joining in team co-planning to support individual and group interests each day Arranging daily snacks and lunch with fellow team members and participants Liaising with care partners and family members Weekly:     Tuesdays and Thursdays – 8:30 am - 4:00 pm (volunteer shifts 3+ hours, your choice) Location:   Calgary Jewish Community Centre Nutrition:   Snacks/Lunch provided; enjoyed with participants & staff Is YouQuest a Fit for You? DO YOU… Have a ‘can do’ positive attitude? See possibilities, and help overcome obstacles for each individual? Communicate easily in a calm, reliable and compassionate manner with others? Have a desire to learn/implement strategies that support participants to express themselves? ‘Go with the flow’ for flexible and proactive support of participants? Respect the privacy and confidentiality of YouQuest participants and families? Have a current City of Calgary Police Information Check for vulnerable populations?   Who are the YouQuest Participants? YouQuest is designed to appeal to younger people with dementia who want to be active and social in a community recreation setting. Therefore, inclusion criteria are fairly specific to facilitate the formal evaluation of the pilot for participant outcomes, such as: Diagnosis of young onset dementia before 65; OR symptoms prior to 65 with later diagnosis Safe in an unsecured environment Self-ambulatory and medically stable Willing and able to participate safely in individual and group recreation activities Able to manage own activities of daily living/medications with minimal assistance   Email: volunteer@youquest.ca to apply or visit www.youquest.ca [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-leader.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Art Gallery/ Collective Board Member Position

Organization: ôˈspiSHəs art kə’lektiv
Category: Boards / Committee / Leadership
Description: ôˈspiSHəs art kə’lektiv is a non-profit Art and Artist society focused on embracing the whole community. We’re committed to make Art as well as Artists accessible to everyone through an interactive gallery space located in the vibrant neighborhood of Inglewood. We provide space for Artists to create, showcase and sell their Art while being open to the public. ôˈspiSHəs believes in great beginnings through the healing power of Art, featuring Artists who are on a journey of recovery. The gallery is a central hub available for use by individual Artists, Art therapy, addiction support groups, community engagement groups and we are open to collaboration with many other associations. ôˈspiSHəs art kə’lektiv is currently recruiting dynamic and committed individuals to join our Board of Directors. Board members play an integral role in the operation of our society through strategic leadership and direction in service of the ôˈspiSHəs mission. By nurturing relationships with donors to secure funding, members ensure the financial health of the collective. The board will provide help build the foundational structure and oversight as well as serve as ambassadors to enhance access to art within Calgary. Together we could build a program with truly auspicious beginnings. ôˈspiSHəs art kə’lektiv is looking for individuals who have an interest in Arts-based community development and expertise in the following: · The Arts · Board Governance · Human Resources · Fundraising/Donor Relations · Marketing & Communications We are looking for people with the following experience and competencies: · prior experience on a non-profit Board or other related governance experience · Readiness to support fundraising for ôˈspiSHəs art kə’lektiv through contacts, even support and donations. · A passion for social justice and a very high standard of personal ethics. · Strong communication and networking skills and success working within a diverse team. Responsibilities · Attend regularly scheduled board meetings · Active participation on one board/staff sub committee · Assist with fundraising activities including event ticket sales or auction items · Stay informed about the organization and attend at least one program event annually · Assist the board in carrying out its fiduciary responsibilities Interested candidates should apply with resume and cover letter expressing their interest to: artkelektiv@tribalexpression.com [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-event.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

East Town Get Down Festival - Volunteer Opportunity

Organization: International Avenue Arts & Culture Community
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: After a two-year hiatus, the East Town Get Down Independent Music and Food Festival is back! The festival happens Saturday, May 28 from 7 p.m. to midnight on International Avenue – Calgary’s Culinary and Cultural District. East Town is unique in the way it brings together and celebrates Calgary’s thriving independent music scene with the dynamic (and delicious) international flavour of 17th Avenue SE. East Town Get Down happens along a six-blocks of International Avenue and area. Inspired by festivals like SXSW, you’ll find performances in a fun range of intimate and unlikely venues including small ethnic bistros, a bowling alley, and beautiful Unity Park. Event is in partnership with International Avenue Arts & Culture Centre To learn more about the festival: https://www.easttowngetdown.ca/ Set Up: -Setting up banners -Setting up equipment -Various tasks to prep before the event Venue Leads & Floating Leads • Communicate with Volunteer Coordinator • Introduce yourself to the venue manager/owner and notify them when you are leaving or taking a break • Report if a volunteer is late or missing • Monitor the schedule: notify volunteers when it is time for them to break or finish • Intermittently see if venue manager requires assistance • Ensure door is always tended to • Familiarize yourself with all exits, develop exit strategy with your team • Check phone regularly • Check wristbands • Count people coming in and out (on two different counters) • Report if venue is approaching capacity • Greet bands and direct them to the Band Liaison or Sound Technician • Take on Band Liaison duties if no Band Liaison is present Band Liaison • Report to the stage technician and the Venue Lead • Perform duties as required by the stage technician • Assist with performer changeovers between sets • Greet bands: direct and assist them • Direct performers to the Green Room if desired • Memorize set list for your venue • Take over Lead duties if no Lead is present Venue Supports • Report to Venue Lead • Check wristbands at the door • Count people coming in and out (on two different counters) • Report if venue is approaching capacity • Report any overly intoxicated people • Greet bands and direct them to the Lead or Band Liaison Extras Fill in any of the volunteer positions Tear Down Taking down banners, equipment, clean up etc In addition to supporting charitable activities & building a sense of community, volunteers will receive the following • T-shirt • Light snacks • Meal ticket - to sample some of International Avenue's great food • Ability to listen to amazing music • A letter of reference from the Volunteer Coordinator – upon request Excellent volunteer opportunity for ages 16+ [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-event.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Community Ambassador - Summer Events, Festivals and Fairs

Organization: Epilepsy Association of Calgary
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: Are you someone who likes to attend community events, talk to people and generate interest in a great cause? Look no further. The Volunteer Community Ambassador at Epilepsy Association of Calgary is a chance to put your talent to work to help improve the lives of people impacted by epilepsy. Role Description Working under the supervision of EAC’s Department of Development, the Volunteer Community Ambassador attends festivals, markets, community events and other public spaces on the Association’s behalf. The Volunteer Community Ambassador provides information on programs and services, generates interest in volunteering, helps in network building, and offers opportunities to support EAC financially. The Volunteer Community Ambassador requires flexibility since most of the scheduling will include weekend and evening events.   Skills Needed People oriented – enjoys meeting and talking to others, someone who others would describe as having a warm and engaging personality Communication – excellent verbal communication skills Reliable – accountable, fulfills all scheduled commitments Mature – adheres to policy and procedure, understands limits with regards to speaking on the Association’s behalf and maintains appropriate professional boundaries when engaging with members of the public   Training Provided EAC Volunteer Orientation Role-specific orientation and training Rewards and Returns As the public face of Epilepsy Association of Calgary at public events, the Ambassador is seen as a credible source of information. After two years of pandemic-related social distancing, a chance to get out and attend more community events filled with families, entertainment, vendors, and much more! A chance to learn more about epilepsy and the supports available in the community that help people live well following a life-altering diagnosis [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-event.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Charity Casino Volunteer - Various Positions

Organization: Epilepsy Association of Calgary
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: Do you enjoy getting out and meeting others in a fun-filled environment? Epilepsy Association of Calgary is seeking volunteers for its Charity casino July 24 & 25th for all shifts. Roles include: cashier, chip runner, countroom, general manager and banker. You will be provided with snacks and a meal and non-alcoholic beverages to ensure your volunteer experience is unforgettable. Even more fun? Volunteer with friends and family (18 + only please). [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-event.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Annual Street Meet

Organization: Ups and Downs - Calgary Down Syndrome Association
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: We’re back in-person for Street Meet this year and are on the hunt for volunteers to help us pull it off.  Street Meet is a 3km family fun run, there will be a BBQ, talent show, and more entertainment.  We’re hoping that this year will be extra fun after having to be online the last two years.  If you’re interest in supporting us on June 18th from 9am and 2pm at Pearce Estate Park, please let us know. Some of the areas that we need people for include: Set up Take down Registration BBQ Games/Entertainment [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-event.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Annual Street Meet - Photographer

Organization: Ups and Downs - Calgary Down Syndrome Association
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: This role has been filled but we're still looking for volunteers to help with other roles during our event!! We're looking for a photographer to capture memories at our largest fundraiser of the year. We’re back in-person for Street Meet this year and are on the hunt for volunteers to help us pull it off.  Street Meet is a 3km family fun run, there will be a BBQ, talent show, and more entertainment.  We’re hoping that this year will be extra fun after having to be online the last two years.  If you’re interest in supporting us on June 18th from 9am and 2pm at Pearce Estate Park, please let us know. Some of the areas that we need people for include: Set up Take down Registration BBQ Games/Entertainment [/et_pb_blurb]

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