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- Communication
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Technological Literacy
- Time Management
Opportunity last updated: May 25th
Volunteer Engagement Lead – Volunteer
Flexible Hours- Suitable for Seniors
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 the volunteer, Volunteer Engagement Lead, you will be responsible for:
- Working alongside all committee leads determining volunteer requirements for event day.
- Supporting Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator (if applicable) to determine potential ways to recruit event day volunteers.
- Leading or working in collaboration with Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator (if applicable) to actively promote the event day volunteer needs within your community.
- Managing all event volunteers using volunteer portal including confirming role fill rate, confirming volunteers to their registered shift, communicating their confirmed details via email.
- Managing volunteer check-in for set-up and event day.
- Overseeing all event day volunteers on event day.
- Access to a computer is required.
Age Requirements
18 years old or above
Other Requirements
- 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
Schedule
- This is a 6-month commitment (May through October).
- Attending local committee meetings (generally bi-weekly to monthly).
- Independent role work/responsibilities (approx. 6-8 hours per month with increased workload August & September).
- Must be available over the event weekend (Saturday, October 3 & Sunday, October 4, 2026)
Time Commitment
Continuing commitment
Type of Opportunity
Administrative & Office Work,Behind the Scenes,Community Engagement,Fundraising,Seasonal
Application Type
Basic
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This year’s event will be taking place on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
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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.