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Populations Served
- Adults
Competencies/Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
Opportunity last updated: April 30th
Communications Lead Volunteer
The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is a 5k or 1k walk or run. It is a volunteer-led event and the largest breast cancer fundraiser in Canada.
This year’s event will be taking place on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Volunteer Duties
As a community engagement leadership volunteer, you will be part of our committees of 10 to 15 volunteers who will work over the months to help us organize our fundraising events. Depending on the needs in your community, available roles could include committee lead, logistics, community outreach, volunteer lead, and social media.
Age Requirements
18 years old or above
Other Requirements
As the volunteer Communications Lead, you will be responsible for:
- Building and executing a local marketing and media relations plan to promote the CIBC Run for the Cure across multiple channels, using CCS and CIBC-approved materials.
- Leveraging the Media Templates and Resources to promote the CIBC Run for the Cure to local media outlets.
- Developing a social media strategy to promote the CIBC Run for the Cure, in collaboration with the Social Media Coordinator (if applicable).
- Ensuring all social media responsibilities are completed if the Social Media Coordinator role is vacant.
Schedule
This is a 6-month commitment (May through October).
- Attending local committee meetings (bi-weekly to monthly).
- Independent role work/responsibilities (approx. 4-6 hours per month).
- Must be available over the event weekend (October 3 & October 4).
Time Commitment
Continuing commitment
Type of Opportunity
Behind the Scenes,Fundraising
Application Type
Basic
Other Opportunities with Canadian Cancer Society
The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is a 5k or 1k walk or run. It is a volunteer-led event and the largest breast cancer fundraiser in Canada.
This year’s event will be taking place on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is a 5k or 1k walk or run. It is a volunteer-led event and the largest breast cancer fundraiser in Canada.
This year’s event will be taking place on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is a 5k or 1k walk or run. It is a volunteer-led event and the largest breast cancer fundraiser in Canada.
This year’s event will be taking place on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
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Volunteers can sign up for up to 3 continuing commitment opportunities for immediate referrals. If you signed up for more than 3, a Volunteer Lethbridge staff member will connect with you before making new referrals.