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These volunteer opportunities have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator (i.e. nonprofit organization).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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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;"]
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;"]
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;"]
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;"]
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][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;"]
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: International Avenue Arts & Culture Community (IAACC), annuals hosts a parking fundraiser which is held in conjunction with Globalfest - the fireworks festival. IAACC has minimum 3 lots that where we offer paid parking to people attending Globalfest. Each night of the festival, we require 30-50 volunteers to help with various positions: 1. Directing - volunteers will be directing vehicles on where to park (sometimes helping with with general directions). As well, stationed at blocked roads to ensure no one sneaks through. 2. Parking Passes- volunteers will sell parking passes to vehicles and direct them where to park. This volunteer opportunity is suitable for ages 16+ The festival is 5 nights total August 18, 20, 23, 25, 27 however if the event is postponed it'll occur the next night and we ask volunteers to be available for the next day. Multiple days are encouraged if you can volunteer for more than 1 evening Volunteers will receive: * snacks & beverages each night * dinner on the final night * letters of reference - upon request * get to watch the fireworks fairly close (and sometimes hear the music) while not having to go into the festival grounds [/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-edu.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;"]
Category: Education / Training / Teaching
Description: Humanities 101 is a strength-based educational program designed to help low-income Calgarians address barriers getting in the way of exercising their capacities and skills. Teachers and volunteers are co-learners in the classroom and are passionate about learning and create a welcoming space where adults with a diverse range of life and educational experiences challenge themselves and find a passion and excitement for learning. The Humanities 101 Learning Guides join our class twice each week throughout the semester. We begin with lunch each day at noon, followed by a small group study time lead by the Learning Guides from 12:30 to 1:30. The activities for this time are outlined by our instructor, and can include a wide variety of topics including: discussing a reading, helping students identify key concepts, grammar, writing in academic style, reviewing student work, modeling and teaching appropriate classroom etiquette, talking about learning strategies such as note-taking and time management, mentoring students, etc. After this, the class has a lecture or class discussion from 1:30 to 3:30. Volunteers are welcome, but not required, to stay for this time. [/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-enviro.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;"]
Category: Environmental Improvement
Description: WHAT DO WE DO? ClimateScience aims to empower people to make real long-term solutions to climate change actionable through climate education. We hope our way of covering solutions makes people excited to contribute to clean energy, sustainable agriculture, and other global-scale sustainability issues – beyond reusing their plastic bags. We believe education is the most powerful tool in the fight against climate change. POSITION Help fight against climate change by joining our team at ClimateScience! As a Community Coordinator, you would help recruit people to be a part of our team, actively participate in meetings and events, form partnerships with schools and organizations, and learn more about climate change through our website. You have the chance to gain new experiences and connections, opportunities to earn leadership positions, build your resume, and acquire skills, all while being part of a fun community! Community Coordinators must be interested in learning more about climate change and passionate about bringing climate education into their own communities, and a flexible schedule would be a bonus. The position is entirely online. If you want to find out more about ClimateScience, please check out our website at climatescience.org! INFORMATION Our organization is generally oriented towards youth education. Open to anyone between 14-25 years. Minimum 3-5 hours per week (more for leadership positions!). Must be willing to commit for a minimum of 6 months. Entirely remote. Should be eager to learn, passionate about climate change, sense of responsibility and accountability, networking and communication skills are a plus! RESPONSIBILITIES Recruit people to join ClimateScience Canada. Attend weekly meetings with other members of the team. Will work within their community to create and implement long-term projects that help address climate change on a local level. Can include: research, outreach, document writing, skill-building. Promote ClimateScience content on social media. Learn about climate change and participate in climate education events. Plan, organize, and manage online and in-person events. APPLY HERE: https://forms.gle/7ZkfZgEe486vakhu9 [/et_pb_blurb]
East Town Get Down Festival - Volunteer Opportunity
Organization: International Avenue Arts & Culture CommunityCategory: 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 CalgaryCategory: 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 CalgaryCategory: 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 AssociationCategory: 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 AssociationCategory: 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][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;"]
Parking Fundraiser
Organization: International Avenue Arts & Culture CommunityCategory: Special Events / Festivals
Description: International Avenue Arts & Culture Community (IAACC), annuals hosts a parking fundraiser which is held in conjunction with Globalfest - the fireworks festival. IAACC has minimum 3 lots that where we offer paid parking to people attending Globalfest. Each night of the festival, we require 30-50 volunteers to help with various positions: 1. Directing - volunteers will be directing vehicles on where to park (sometimes helping with with general directions). As well, stationed at blocked roads to ensure no one sneaks through. 2. Parking Passes- volunteers will sell parking passes to vehicles and direct them where to park. This volunteer opportunity is suitable for ages 16+ The festival is 5 nights total August 18, 20, 23, 25, 27 however if the event is postponed it'll occur the next night and we ask volunteers to be available for the next day. Multiple days are encouraged if you can volunteer for more than 1 evening Volunteers will receive: * snacks & beverages each night * dinner on the final night * letters of reference - upon request * get to watch the fireworks fairly close (and sometimes hear the music) while not having to go into the festival grounds [/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-edu.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;"]
Humanities 101 Learning Guide
Organization: Humanities 101 St. Mary's UniversityCategory: Education / Training / Teaching
Description: Humanities 101 is a strength-based educational program designed to help low-income Calgarians address barriers getting in the way of exercising their capacities and skills. Teachers and volunteers are co-learners in the classroom and are passionate about learning and create a welcoming space where adults with a diverse range of life and educational experiences challenge themselves and find a passion and excitement for learning. The Humanities 101 Learning Guides join our class twice each week throughout the semester. We begin with lunch each day at noon, followed by a small group study time lead by the Learning Guides from 12:30 to 1:30. The activities for this time are outlined by our instructor, and can include a wide variety of topics including: discussing a reading, helping students identify key concepts, grammar, writing in academic style, reviewing student work, modeling and teaching appropriate classroom etiquette, talking about learning strategies such as note-taking and time management, mentoring students, etc. After this, the class has a lecture or class discussion from 1:30 to 3:30. Volunteers are welcome, but not required, to stay for this time. [/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-enviro.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;"]
Join ClimateScience as a Community Coordinator! [Remote]
Organization: ClimateScienceCategory: Environmental Improvement
Description: WHAT DO WE DO? ClimateScience aims to empower people to make real long-term solutions to climate change actionable through climate education. We hope our way of covering solutions makes people excited to contribute to clean energy, sustainable agriculture, and other global-scale sustainability issues – beyond reusing their plastic bags. We believe education is the most powerful tool in the fight against climate change. POSITION Help fight against climate change by joining our team at ClimateScience! As a Community Coordinator, you would help recruit people to be a part of our team, actively participate in meetings and events, form partnerships with schools and organizations, and learn more about climate change through our website. You have the chance to gain new experiences and connections, opportunities to earn leadership positions, build your resume, and acquire skills, all while being part of a fun community! Community Coordinators must be interested in learning more about climate change and passionate about bringing climate education into their own communities, and a flexible schedule would be a bonus. The position is entirely online. If you want to find out more about ClimateScience, please check out our website at climatescience.org! INFORMATION Our organization is generally oriented towards youth education. Open to anyone between 14-25 years. Minimum 3-5 hours per week (more for leadership positions!). Must be willing to commit for a minimum of 6 months. Entirely remote. Should be eager to learn, passionate about climate change, sense of responsibility and accountability, networking and communication skills are a plus! RESPONSIBILITIES Recruit people to join ClimateScience Canada. Attend weekly meetings with other members of the team. Will work within their community to create and implement long-term projects that help address climate change on a local level. Can include: research, outreach, document writing, skill-building. Promote ClimateScience content on social media. Learn about climate change and participate in climate education events. Plan, organize, and manage online and in-person events. APPLY HERE: https://forms.gle/7ZkfZgEe486vakhu9 [/et_pb_blurb]