Volunteer at Winterlude!

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Volunteering at Winterlude

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Volunteer Application Form: Winter 2011-2012 (102.53 KB)

Join the team of Winterlude volunteers for a rewarding winter experience in the Capital. There are many ways that you can lend a hand while enjoying this celebration of winter. Be an information officer, host artists, help children with crafts or dress up as a Winterlude Ice Hog! Below is a complete list and description of Winterlude volunteer opportunities.

To Become a Winterlude Volunteer:

Need More Information?

Call the NCC Volunteer Centre at 613-239-5373
Email the NCC Volunteer Centre

Volunteer Opportunities: Jacques-Cartier Park
Position	Description
Bus Host	Greet students and teachers as they get off the bus Provide information about the site, services and programming Hand out activity schedules to people in charge of groups Bus hosts also assist with other volunteer positions at Jacques-Cartier Park. This position is available on weekdays only.
Snow Slide Assistant	Supervise the bottom of the snow slides and help ensure the safety of sliders Help with line-ups Greet visitors in a pleasant and positive manner Work with the supervisors to help ensure a positive experience for all slide users Inform the supervisor if problems arise Assistants work at the various slides in turn. Minimum age: 14 years old.
Crowd Control Officer	Assist with crowd control Ensure security within the area Help people line-up for an activity Help set up and dismantle the activity and help out with other duties Must be polite, courteous and friendly.
Super Games Supervisor	Help participants take part in games (for example, rallies, treasure hunts or obstacle courses)
Arts and Crafts Assistant	Help the craft coordinator with any preparations Welcome children and help them put their coats away Help children with crafts and help keep the area clean This volunteer opportunity takes place indoors.
Ice Hog	Wear an Ice Hog costume (Papa or Mama or Nouma or Noumi) Interact with visitors
Ice Hog Assistant	Help the Ice Hogs walk in the Park
Logistics Assistant	Install barricades, fences, signs and equipment Make repairs using hand and power tools Must be physically fit.
Promotional Item Distributor	Distribute promotional items to the general public in a pleasant and courteous manner Collect and recycle empty boxes

Volunteer Opportunities: Confederation Park
Position	Description
Crowd Control Officer	Assist with crowd control Ensure security within the area Help people line-up for an activity Help set up and dismantle the activity and help out with other duties Must be polite, courteous and friendly.
Family Activity Assistant	Help participants and children take part in different workshops Make sure the work area is clean and secure
Carver Host	Welcome ice carvers during the construction phase of sculpting Offer refreshments Greet the catering company Keep the trailer tidy Be prepared to assist carvers by attending to small errands.
Artist Host	Welcome artists and act as a liaison between NCC staff and artists Help install and dismantle the artists' room Offer refreshments and keep the room in good order Ensure artists follow schedules
Fire Pit and Rest Area Supervisor	Keep fires going Ensure area security

Volunteer Opportunities: Various Sites
Position	Description
Information Officer	Provide information on Winterlude activities to visitors Must be bilingual (English and French).
Special Ice Hog	Make appearances (in costume) at various promotional activities and events (hotels, hospitals, the NAC, etc.) Generally, appearances take place in Ottawa–Gatineau.
Floater	Help the coordinator and assist with duties Replace other volunteers during their lunch breaks Must be flexible.