Ms Walk Event Day Volunteers

3 days ago


Ottawa, Canada MS Canada Full time

The **2024 Ottawa MS Walk **is taking place Sunday May 26th at 11:00 am at The Terry Fox Athletic Facility.

The MS Walk is a community‐driven event for people living with or affected by Multiple Sclerosis 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.

There are various areas on site (Event set up, participant check in area, checkpoint set up/attendants, route guides, food & beverage area, kids activity area, start/finish line cheering, etc.) where volunteer help is needed to ensure that this event runs smoothly and participants have a great experience while they are walking to raise critical funds to support those effected by MS.

**Interested? Here’s what we’re looking for**:

- Energizing and Positive Attitude. A friendly face helps create a fun atmosphere
- Passion for supporting the MS Community and funding MS research
- Self‐motivated and reliable; able to fulfill duties on time
- Previous experience managing people is considered an asset

**Time Commitment**:

- Attend the event on Sunday, May 26, 2024 for anywhere from 2‐ 8 hours depending on your shift and commitment desire

**Why Volunteer?**
- Gain valuable experience and skills by supporting the organization of a well‐recognized signature event while working with experienced organizing team members and comprehensive resources
- Contribute your time to an important cause and see your impact on the organization
- Obtain a reference letter
- Build a strong network and connect with the MS community

**Sign up to volunteer today **and help create positive change For more detailed information please contact:
Krysti Gotziaman

Or Visit our Volunteer Website to view all the role descriptions & shifts and sign up directly. _**Copy and paste the URL **_below:

- _______________________________________________

MS Canada is dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive.

Our aim is to ensure that all those interested in joining our team are given equal opportunity and that our organization is representative of all sections of society. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

**Job Type**: Temporary
Contract length: 1 day

Application question(s):

- Are you aware that this is an unpaid, volunteer role?
- Are you able to volunteer at the event on Sunday, May 26, 2024?

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-05-26



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