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These volunteer opportunities have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator (i.e. nonprofit organization).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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Volunteer with us at the 2023 SUMA Convention
Organization: SUMACategory: Special Events / Festivals
Description: We are looking for volunteers to take on a variety of shifts during the SUMA Convention from Sunday April 16-Wednesday April 19. Volunteers will be asked to scan name badges as attendee's enter sessions and special events. Events take place at TCU Place unless otherwise noted. If you are available for one or more of these shifts please contact us: Sunday April 16 Shift 1: 10:45 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. 2 people (lunch provided) Shift 2: 12:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 2 people (lunch provided) Shift 3: 7:45 p.m. – 10:45 p.m. 2-4 people (light appetizers provided) (at Remai Modern) Monday April 17 Shift 1: 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. 4-6 people Shift 2: 11:15 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. 2 people Shift 3: 12:00 – 1:45 2 people Tuesday April 18 Shift 1: 7:15 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. 3 people Shift 2: 7:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 3 people Shift 3: 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. 4 people Shift 4: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 4 people Shift 5: 6:15 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 4 people Wednesday April 19 Shift 1: 8:15 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. 5 people [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/icon-health.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;"]
2023 Saskatoon Saskatchewan Blue Cross MS Walk Event Day Volunteer
Organization: MS CanadaCategory: Health / Medical
Description: The 2023 Saskatoon Saskatchewan Blue Cross MS Walk is taking place Sunday May 28th 11:00 am at North Meewasin Park. The MS Walk is a community-driven event for people living with or affected by MS as well as those who want to support our vision of creating a world free of MS. Tens of thousands of Canadians come together in their communities every May to participate, fundraise and volunteer in MS Walk to help find the cause and cure for this disease. These events would not be possible without the support of hundreds of dedicated volunteers given their time. Available roles include: Set Up Crew, Site Wrap Up Crew, Photographer, Photographer Assistant, Parking Attendant, Check In Lead, Check In, Food and Beverage Lead, Food and Beverage, Checkpoints, Route Marshal, Kids Activity Area, Cheer Squad, Volunteer Check In and Floater! [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/icon-comm.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;"]
Website! Newsletter! Socials! Oh my!
Organization: Dundonald Community AssociationCategory: Communications / Marketing / Media
Description: Dundonald Community Association is looking for someone to join the team to help with communications and marketing. As part of a team, you will work with the DCA board to: create posters and social media advertising for programming, special events, and notices. coordinate and create content and produce regular electronic and paper newsletters. update the website with pictures, information about events and more maintain the email database of volunteers and e-newsletter recipients create an advertising model so local businesses can advertise in our newsletters create budgets for communication and marketing activities. create innovative ways to reach a broader portion of our near 6000 residents! We welcome people of all abilities and commitment levels. If there is only a portion of this you can help with, or can only help for a few weeks or months, we are happy to have your help. Skills required are really flexible but most helpful would be: Strong typing skills and grammar. ability to learn different computer programs-from word processor, to Canva, MailChimp and more. ability to self organize Creativity - particularly with visuals! This is a great job for someone looking to volunteer their expertise short or long term, as well as for people wanting to build their expertise in communications and marketing. We also welcome high school students looking to fill volunteer hour commitments too! [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/icon-health.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;"]
CIBC Run for the Cure Leadership Volunteering - Corporate Engagement Lead
Organization: Canadian Cancer SocietyCategory: Health / Medical
Description: The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is a 5k or 1k walk or run. It is the largest single-day, volunteer-led event in Canada in support of the breast cancer cause. This year’s event will be taking place on Sunday, October 1, 2023. COMMITTEE MEMBER OVERVIEW You are passionate about the breast cancer cause, well-connected in your community, and enjoy event planning. The ideal candidate for this volunteer role has a positive attitude, communication and interpersonal skills, and a strong sense of self-motivation and time management. Knowledge and/or experience in any of the following responsibilities is considered an asset. As the volunteer Corporate Outreach Lead, you will be responsible for: Creating a community and corporate outreach strategy, in collaboration with the Community Outreach Lead. Contacting local businesses and invite them to get involved with the CIBC Run for the Cure. Securing local gift-in-kind and monetary sponsors. TIME COMMITMENT This is a 6-month commitment (May through October). Attending local committee meetings (generally bi-weekly to monthly). Independent role work/responsibilities (approx. 2-4 hours per month). Must be available over the event weekend (September 30 & October 1). Join the CIBC Run for the Cure today and help make a real difference for all Canadians impacted by breast cancer. Must be 18+ to apply and complete the Canadian Cancer Society code of conduct Apply here: Click here please [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/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;"]
Saskatchewan Entertainment Expo
Organization: Jim Pattison Children's Hospital FoundationCategory: Special Events / Festivals
Description: We will require 2 volunteers to be present during photobooth hours, which are as follows: Expo will take place at Prairieland Park on: Friday 5th, Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th May, 2023. Friday - Open (4:30pm - 8:30pm) Saturday - Open (10:00 - 5:30pm) Sunday - Open (10:00 - 4:30pm) Their role is to: (1) Be the face of the Children's Hospital and if necessary inform visitors. (2) Encourage visitors to donate to have a photo taken with our costumed members. (3) Receive the donations made by visitors. There is no set donation amount unless you want to specify. (4) If possible take photographs with phones/cameras supplied by vistors. [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/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;"]
2023 Make-A-Wish Canada: 18th Annual Swing and a Wish Golf Tournament
Organization: Make-A-Wish CanadaCategory: Special Events / Festivals
Description: We are currently recruiting volunteers for the 18th Annual Make-A-Wish Canada, Swing and a Wish Golf Tournament being held at Moon Lake Golf and Country Club on Thursday, June 1st, 2023. Please click on the following web link (or copy it into your web browser if clicking doesn't work) to to to the sign-up sheet: volunteersignup.org/DJM7Y To sign-up, follow the instructions on the page. It only takes a few seconds to do! Don't hesitate to email should you have any questions. [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/icon-hert.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;"]
Empathy Squad *VIRTUAL* Audio Storytellering and Podcasting Training
Organization: FIXT POINT Arts & MediaCategory: Heritage / Museums
Description: Gather Oral Histories to Foster Empathy and Build your Podcasting Skills. The Empathy Squad is a hands-on, experiential-service-learning opportunity for diverse youth from across Canada aimed at creating meaningful connections and increasing understanding of one another through public engagement, facilitated conversations, active listening and presentation, aimed at capturing and preserving our country's collective community memory for generations to come. The Empathy Squad program is made possible by the Canada Service Corps. As a participant, you will: ✅ Acquire the knowledge and practical skills needed to produce high-quality audio stories: interviewing and recording techniques, audio-editing, narrative shaping, and sound design; ✅ Volunteer in service of your community, learn about what’s important to them through active listening and help foster empathy for their lived experiences; ✅ Experience hands-on learning alongside fellow future leaders and from industry professionals across the country. Program Expectations: Have access to strong internet connection and a laptop available on which you can download and install: Slack (Mac OS / Windows OS), Descript (find system requirements here), Google Chrome, Zoom; Attend scheduled Zoom sessions that consist of live demonstrations, instructional videos and feedback sharing from facilitators, Guest Artists and peers; Apply learnings by conducting interviews, using audio recording equipment, and completing assignments using audio-editing software, Descript; Engage with facilitators and peers using program communication platforms (Slack, Zoom, provided Empathy Squad email address); Commit 10-12 hours a week, including scheduled Zoom sessions and work in your own time. Application Process and Timeline: Cohorts 15 & 16 will run simultaneously from October to December 2023. Deadline to apply for Cohorts 15 & 16: September 1, 2023. Cohorts 17 & 18 will run simultaneously from January to March 2024. Applications for Cohorts 17 & 18 will remain open until further notice, so early applications are strongly encouraged! As a program funded by the Canada Service Corps, applicants must be aged 18 to 30 years at the start of the program, and reside in Canada for the duration of the program. Applications are open to individuals across the country. The training component is delivered virtually in pre-scheduled and synchronous sessions via Zoom. Fill out our application form and find the full program schedule for Cohorts 15&16 and 17&18 here: https://www.fixtpoint.com/empathysquad-apply About FiXT POiNT Arts and Media: FIXT POINT is a Toronto-based arts & media company with national reach. Our mandate is to inspire audiences and artists to imagine change, and our mission is to promote local culture and preserve local heritage through the telling of tales across multiple platforms. We endeavour to be leaders in public engagement, embedding training and outreach into our process of creation and dissemination. FIXT POINT was founded in 2006 and incorporated as a not-for-profit organization in 2011. To date, we’ve interviewed over 3,000 Canadians from every province and territory in almost 200 communities in our storymobiles (mobile recording studio on wheels); edited and posted hundreds of oral histories on our storymap; produced two seasons of a TV/web series for TVO; and, most recently, we were awarded Touring Artist of the Year from the Canadian Arts Presenting Association (CAPACOA). The Tale of a Town Story Map (http://www.thetaleofatown.com) TVO Series (https://tvo.org/programs/main-street-ontario) Learn more at www.fixtpoint.com. [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteersaskatoon.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2016/02/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;"]
Volunteer at the 2023 Saskatoon Fringe Festival!
Organization: 25th Street Theatre CentreCategory: Special Events / Festivals
Description: Interested in exciting and engaging volunteer opportunities at one of Saskatoon’s favourite summer events? We invite you to consider volunteering with us at the 2023 Saskatoon Fringe Festival! Volunteers are the heart of the Saskatoon Fringe. We are so thankful for those who choose to spend their time volunteering with us. Fringe Volunteers assist in many areas – from the Set-Up Crew to the Carnival Games, there are many unique opportunities to share your skills. Saskatoon Fringe Volunteers are compensated for the time and energy given with vouchers to see performances as well as a Volunteer Appreciation event. If you’re looking to reconnect with your community, meet like-minded people, and help to support the vibrant arts community right here in Saskatoon, we encourage you to apply and join our brilliant volunteer team. To Learn More: Check out this FAQ document! To Apply: Please fill out the Google Form linked here! Questions? Feel free to reach out to Volunteer Coordinator, Katie, at katie.blackburndust@25thstreettheatre.org [/et_pb_blurb]