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Recreation Program Volunteer

On-Site Ongoing Student Friendly 55+ Friendly

Summary

Volunteer with Between Friends' Fall W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs! Support people with disabilities in fun weekly evening or weekend programs (Sept–Nov). Sessions run 2–3 hrs. Must be 16+, consistent, and eager to create inclusive experiences!

Location

Address
401, 8989 Macleod Trail SE
Calgary, Alberta T2H 0M2

When

Opportunity Type
Ongoing - Start Anytime
Schedule
Asap

About This Opportunity

🌟 Volunteer with Between Friends – Fall W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs 🌟

Between Friends provides quality social, recreational, and developmental opportunities so that people with disabilities can Connect, Grow, and Belong.

We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our Fall W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs! These in-person programs run once a week, in the evenings and on weekends, from September to November.

You’ll be supporting participants with disabilities in fun, engaging activities like weekly swimming, trying new bars, jumping at Flying Squirrel, and so much more. Volunteers work alongside our Program Leaders to ensure participants feel safe, included, and have a great time.


🕒 Time Commitment

  • Runs once per week from Tuesday to Sunday, September to November (9 weeks)
  • Each session is 2–3 hours
  • You can volunteer for multiple programs per week
  • Consistency is key – volunteers are expected to attend every scheduled session

Evening Programs: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Weekend Programs: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM (exact time depends on the activity)


✨ You Might Be a Great Fit If You Are:

Fun – You bring joy and energy to everyday experiences
Intentional – You act with purpose and clarity, even under pressure
Caring – You lead with empathy and celebrate others
Easeful – You help create accessible, inclusive environments
Safe – You value emotional and physical safety for everyone


✅ Volunteer Requirements

  • Must be 16+ years old
  • Complete a Police Check (we’ll provide instructions)
  • Have reliable transportation
  • Be comfortable assisting with:
  • Personal care
  • Supporting medication administration
  • Lifts and transfers
    (Training will be provided)
  • Bring an inclusive mindset and eagerness to learn
  • Be a team player and problem solver
  • Communicate using Slack with staff and leaders
  • Complete an application on Better Impact
  • Experience working with people with disabilities is an asset, but not required

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 16 years old
  • Willing to undergo a background or police records check
  • Comfortable commuting to opportunity location

Causes

Advocacy, Human Rights, & International Development Arts & Culture Children & Youth Community & Social Services Special Education & Special Needs Sports & Recreation

Skills & Experience

Program Development & Evaluation Group Facilitation

Tags

recreation community calgary fun flexible schedule social in-person disability inclusion diversity adapted

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