Toronto International Buskerfest Volunteer
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Are you looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity where you gain valuable work experience? Need a reliable reference? Want to make a difference in your community? SIGN UP HERE!
The wait is over! The Toronto International BuskerFest is back this Labour Day weekend, from September 1st to 4th! Get ready to immerse yourself in the excitement as the major events of the season are back in full swing. We can't contain our enthusiasm, and we want YOU to be part of this incredible experience!
🎪 About the Festival: The Toronto International BuskerFest is one of the major festivals in the city, attracting street performers from around the globe to showcase their extraordinary talents. It's a four-day extravaganza filled with awe-inspiring street performances, mind-bending illusions, sensational music, and much more. Join comedians, escape artists, sword-swallowers, musicians, magicians, fire jugglers, acrobats, aerial artists, clowns and daredevils; over a hundred of the most extraordinary street performers from around the world, as they descend upon Woodbine Park for some serious fun, laughs, and entertainment! You can be part of the magic while also helping to raise much-needed funds and awareness for Epilepsy Toronto!
💜 Supporting Epilepsy: There are 1 in 100 people living with Epilepsy in our community. Meaning, if you have 300 friends on your social media, it is likely that 3 of those people are living with epilepsy, even if you are not aware of it. By volunteering, you can help make a difference.
🐾 NEW THIS YEAR - Bark In The Park: In addition to the mesmerizing street performances, we are excited to introduce Bark In The Park TO, a delightful dog festival that will take place alongside the BuskerFest. It's a fantastic opportunity for dog lovers to celebrate and enjoy the company of our furry friends. Dog vendors, pet activities, and lots of wagging tails await you!
🤝 Volunteering Opportunity: This year, we are looking for energetic, reliable individuals who are passionate about volunteering and helping others. There are many different roles to choose from, each with its own unique learning experiences. From hospitality and event management to sales and business, to technology and communications; volunteers are gaining important skills, and making reliable connections, all while having a blast. This is also a great way to get volunteer hours and make new friends in the community.
At Epilepsy Toronto, volunteers are more than just a number. We take time to get to know you, support your interests, and appreciate everything you do for the charity. For those hard-working volunteers, we would be happy to be a reference for future employers, if needed.
There are lots of positions available to meet different interests and needs, so don't hesitate to sign up today!
Job Type: Volunteer
Join over 200 volunteers and help us reach our annual goal of raising $100,000 for Epilepsy Toronto at our largest, most exciting event, Toronto International BuskerFest! We have a variety of volunteer positions available, many of which focus on fundraising and raising awareness about epilepsy. The main volunteer positions include:
Gate Ambassadors: Key role- Welcome guests, ask and accept admission donations and raise epilepsy awareness and funds.
Festival Guides: Provide friendly assistance to patrons, sharing scheduling information and directions of busker performances.
Epilepsy Educators: Share knowledge and break the stigma about epilepsy; host games and other learning activities.
Information Tent: Share key information about the festival, including, directions, programming, activities, media, etc.
Kidz Zone Supervisors: Set up/take down games in the kid's area, monitor kids, and interact with families, ensuring they have a good time.
Accessibility Support: Improve accessibility for all of our festival patrons.
Festival Runners: Ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
HQ Assistant: Organized and efficient volunteer that helps with scheduling and ensuring shifts go as planned.
Performer Assistants: Work with the entertainment team and Buskers to ensure the performances at all stages run smoothly.
Games Supervisors: Manage games, basketball activities and inflatable obstacle courses. Volunteers will collect donations for games to support Epilepsy Toronto.
Social Media/Photographers: Drive people to the festival by taking pictures and using social media (be prepared to show examples).
Captains: Captains are leaders who motivate and oversee teams of volunteers in various positions. We are looking for energetic volunteers who have strong leadership skills,
VOLUNTEERS ARE REQUIRED TO:
Attend an Orientation Session and a Training Session prior to the festival
Be 15 years of age or older
Complete a minimum of 3 shifts (about 10 hours throughout the 4-day festival)
Be comfortable providing customer service and interacting with the public
Be comfortable with actively working outside for the majority of your shift (4-5 hours)
VOLUNTEERS WILL:
Gain FREE entry to the event to watch performers from around the world
Gain valuable special event and fundraising experience
Improve customer service skills
Meet new people and work with an incredible volunteer team
Support those living with epilepsy in their community at the LARGEST epilepsy awareness event in the world!
Contribute to the production of the LARGEST street performer festival in North America!
Experience talents beyond one's wildest expectations
Receive an awesome Purple Volunteer T-shirt and snacks/drinks during their shift
To learn more about the festival, please visit https://torontobuskerfest.com/ and go to Get Involved or email us at volunteers@epilepsytoronto.org
Volunteer Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Minimum Age