Volunteer Expectations
3 shifts / 4 hours each
Minimum commitment for volunteers to be eligible for the official SOCWG Volunteer Kit (hoodie, toque and water bottle)
16 - 17 years old
Volunteers that are 16-17 years old, can join if accompanied by a guardian. We are currently unable to accept volunteers under 15 years of age.
Mandatory Training
All volunteers must complete 2 mandatory eLearning modules (links below). Your participation in the training contributes to the legacy of these Games by creating a safer and more inclusive sporting community.
Traning Modules
All volunteers are required to successfully complete two essential eLearning modules: SOLearning and CAC Safe Sport Training. This is mandatory for all volunteer positions prior to being accepted.
Sign up on BetterImpactSOLearn Module
SPECIAL OLYMPICS CANADA
Course length 1-2 hours
Safe Sport Training
COACHING ASSOCIATION OF CANADA (CAC)
Course length 1-2 hours
Games Time Orientation
Accepted Volunteers who have received their orientation key, please follow the link to the Games Time Orientation.
Course length 20-30 Mins
Volunteer Rally
February 11, 2024, 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Calgary TELUS Convention Centre
136 8 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2P 0K6Receive your volunteer kit, accreditation, and volunteer handbook, as well as meet fellow volunteers, ask questions about your assigned role/venue, and for us to THANK YOU for your contributions to the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Calgary 2024.
We strongly encourage and ask that all volunteers make best efforts to attend the Volunteer Rally on February 11. For those who are unable to attend due to unique circumstances, alternative options will be shared at a later date.
Parking Information
Volunteers are responsible for their own transportation to and from their volunteer shifts throughout the Games. Due to some parking restrictions and limitations at venues, please use public transit or carpool when possible.
You may be traveling early in the morning or late at night. Stay safe by walking in well-lit areas, coordinating transportation with another volunteer, and telling someone when you are leaving and what time you should arrive.
PLEASE VISIT INDIVIDUAL LOCATIONS FOR DIRECTIONS
The Bowling Depot
Confederation Golf Course
Maple Ridge Golf Course
North Hill Curling Centre
Seven Chiefs Sportsplex
WinSport
136 8 AVE SE, CALGARY, AB T2P 0K6
$23/day on weekdays and typically $5/day on weekends
209 4 AVE SE, CALGARY, AB T2G 0C6
7 days a week: $21 + taxes / night
125 9 AVE SW, CALGARY, AB T2R 0A2
Weekdays (6am-6pm): $8 / hour up to $25.00 maximum
Weekdays (6pm-6am): $6
Weekends (6am-6pm): $6
Valet Parking Rates: Weekdays and Weekends - $55.00 per day, 4 Hour Parking Rate - $35.00
700 CENTER ST S, Calgary, AB T2G 5P6
7 days a week: $19 / day
2500 COLLEGIATE BLVD NW CALGARY, AB T2N 4V5
Lot 10 & 11 ($9/day)
Lot 9 & 16 ($5/hour)
*Code will be provided to confirmed volunteers
342 2 AVE SW, CALGARY, AB T2P 4R5
$30 Daily Maximum (until 6pm)
$24 Early Bird (enter prior to 8am)
$26 (if enter prior to 10am)
232 15 AVE SE, CALGARY, AB T2G 2N6
7 days a week: $18/day
320 4 AVE SW, CALGARY, AB T2P 2S6
Weekdays (Mon - Thur): $22 / day
Weekends (Fri - Sun): $11 / day