Sports & Recreation

Play On! Canada is bringing the country’s largest street hockey festival to downtown Calgary this summer, and we are looking for an energetic volunteer crew to help us bring the pavement to life!From August 19–22, 2026, 10 city blocks of downtown Calgary will be transformed into a massive celebration of hockey, culture, and community spirit. Play On! Canada holds the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest street hockey tournament, having hosted over 2.5 million participants since 2003. With up to 300 teams and 3,000 participants expected in Calgary this August, we need a passionate team of volunteers to keep this massive festival moving smoothly.Whether you want to be right on the event grounds managing the action side-by-side with our staff or working behind the scenes with logistics, volunteering with us is a fantastic way to give back, connect with fellow Calgarians, and be part of a historic community effort.Why join the crew?Be Part of a World-Class Event: Join a high-energy team delivering an unforgettable weekend of sports, music, and community spirit.Make a Real Impact: Give back to the local sports scene and help make hockey accessible, welcoming, and inclusive for everyone in our city.Official Event Swag: All volunteers receive an official Play On! Canada volunteer shirt to wear during their shift to look like part of the official team.Meals Provided: To fuel you through the day, meals are provided for all event-day volunteers who commit to a full shift.Choose Your Role:Event Volunteer: Help bring the tournament to life! You’ll work on the field alongside our team, with the flexibility to choose from a variety of different roles that best fit your interests and schedule. (Must be 16 or older).Leadership Committee Volunteer: Want to take on a deeper role leading up to the tournament? Help lead our community outreach, drive team registrations, and manage recruitment before the main event kicks off. (Must be 16 or older).Ready to join the crew?Help us bring the Calgary community together through Canada’s favorite pastime! Shifts are flexible, but spots fill up fast—secure your spot and choose your shifts today.👉 Click Here to Register as a Volunteer!