MS Canada - MS Walk Winnipeg Event Day Volunteer
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| Organization Name: | MS Canada |
| Address: | 250 Dundas St W #500 Toronto ON M5T 2Z5 |
| Website: | https://mscanada.ca/ |
| Organizational Description: | The MS Society provides services to people with multiple sclerosis and their families and funds research to find the cause and cure for this disease. We have a membership of over 7,000 and are the only national voluntary organization in Canada that supports both MS research and services. Since our founding in 1948, the core support of the MS Society has been from tens of thousands of dedicated individuals, companies and foundations in communities across Canada. The Society receives almost no funding from government. The MS Society is governed by a board of directors comprised of 14 volunteer members who are elected annually. Some 1,500 volunteers serve on MS Society national, division and chapter boards and committees. An estimated 13,500 women and men are volunteers for service programs, fundraising events, public awareness campaigns and social action activities. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 5712 |
| Description of Duties: | The 2025 Winnipeg MS Walk takes place Sunday May 25th at 11am at Kildonan Park. MS Walk is a one-day event happening in over 50 in-person locations in Canada where people impacted by multiple sclerosis come together. Whether you live with MS or know someone who does, MS Walk is a place to forge meaningful connections and build lifelong relationships that bring us closer toward a world free of MS. Every May, tens of thousands of Canadians come together in their communities to participate, fundraise and volunteer. On Sunday, May 25, bring your friends, family, and/or coworkers together for a day of meaningful action. Your support is key in our road to a brighter future for people living with MS. These events would not be possible without the support of hundreds of dedicated volunteers donating their time. There are various areas on site (event set up/wrap up, parking guide, participant check in area, checkpoint attendants, route marshal's, food & beverage area, kids activity area, start/finish line cheer squad, volunteer check in) where volunteer help is needed to ensure that this event runs smoothly and participants have a great experience. By joining MS Walk you become part of something bigger. To sign up today and support people living with MS, please contact: Karyn Heidrick karyn.heidrick@mscanada.ca or visit our volunteer website to view all the role descriptions and apply directly: https://mscanada.ca/volunteer-opportunities-campaign?name=2025-walk-mb-winnipeg&id=701JR00000JSXhcYAH _________________________________________________ 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. We are committed to accommodating applicants' needs throughout the selection process. Please contact volunteer@mscanada.ca should you need accommodation. To learn more about MS Canada and the great work that we do, we encourage you to visit www.mscanada.ca. |
| Skills Required: | Thinking about volunteering? Here's what we are looking for: - Do you have a positive attitude and enjoy bringing positive energy to events? - Are you passionate about supporting the MS community? - Are you a self-motivated and reliable person? - Are you willing to fulfill volunteering duties on time? - Are you keen to attend the event in person on Sunday, May 25 for anywhere between 2 hours-8 hours? If you answered 'yes' to the above, we'd love to hear from you! |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | Why Volunteer? "As a volunteer with MS Canada I've deepened my appreciation for advocacy, teamwork, and community involvement. These values have been integral throughout my academic journey and continue to significantly shape my professional development as a medical student." - Amy |
| Age: | 13-15, 16-17, 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Daytime , Weekend Must be able to attend the event in person on Sunday, May 25 for anywhere between 2 hours-8 hours. |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg - Point Douglas |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | Group - small, family and friends Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit Uses a mobility device |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference |
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| Closing Date: | May 23, 2025 |
