Volunteers contribute their time, expertise, and ideas to help make The Aviva Weekend to Breakthrough Breast Cancer happen. Volunteers help spread the word about the event and cause in many different ways. During the year, Volunteer activities include administration and general office assistance, supporting Orientations, speaking at fundraising parties, and leading Training Walks. Then, on the event weekend, hundreds and hundreds of Volunteers help out with Day Zero, the Opening Ceremony, and the Closing Ceremony with gracious smiles.

Click here to join us as a Volunteer!

We are always in need of dedicated individuals who want to make a difference, and you can help us spread the word. Check back here later in the year to download the General Volunteer Recruitment Flyer. You can post it at your office, your gym, or any of the local businesses in the community to help us recruit great Volunteers just like you!

What’s the Difference Between Volunteers and Crew?

The Crew trains for their assignment during the months leading up to the event and works to support the Walkers over the event weekend. If you can commit to the full two days and one night of the event, you should register to be a Crew Member. Volunteers work behind the scenes all year long and on the event during Day Zero, the Opening Ceremony, and the Closing Ceremony. If you can give us a few hours or a day, please consider being a Volunteer. Just remember, in whatever way you can help, we are delighted and grateful to have you.

Can I Volunteer if I’m Already a Registered Walker or Crew Member?

Absolutely! Getting involved is a great way to stay connected to The Aviva Weekend to Breakthrough Breast Cancer all year long and really become a part of our community. Walkers and Crew Members can volunteer to help out at our office, lead Training Walks, lend their support at Orientations, and speak at fundraising parties and outreach events. Walkers and Crew Members won’t be available to volunteer for the Opening or Closing Ceremonies though; these ceremonies are to celebrate you!

Volunteer Opportunities

There are many things Volunteers do throughout the year to make the events happen. Check the list below to see which role might be best for you:

• Office Volunteers: Join us, day or evening, in our office for various Volunteer opportunities.
  
  
• Event Volunteers:

  You will assist with Day Zero at the beginning of the event, send Walkers on their journey by helping out with the Opening Ceremony, and serve as eager helpers for the many activities involved with the Closing Ceremony. Click here to download the Event Volunteer Flyer. You can post it in your neighbourhood to help us recruit more Volunteers to support our Walkers on the event!

  
  
  
• Orientation Assistants: Partner with Staff to support Orientations in your area. You can help by checking in Walkers, handing out T-shirts, and providing fundraising or training support.
  
  
• Tent Volunteers: These Volunteers work alongside hundreds of hardworking and energetic people like you to set up and take down tents for the tired Walkers. Tent set up is Saturday, from 8:00 am-1:00 pm and tent take down is Sunday, from 11:00 am-5:00 pm. This is a great opportunity for students to receive their Volunteer hours, youth groups to get involved, and Girl Guides and Scouts to earn their badges! We still need lots of Tent Volunteers, so check back later in the year to download the Tent Volunteer Flyer, then print it out, post it around town, and help us get the word out!
  
  
• Training Walk Leaders: Training Walk Leaders should have the flexibility to adjust routes and walks to fit a variety of participant fitness levels, a dynamic personality to enforce safety regulations, and the enthusiasm to make participants feel comfortable and successful on each Training Walk.
  



Call us on to find out more about Volunteer programmes in your area or click here to register as a Volunteer today. There is no registration fee.