Volunteer Information for the 2011 Festival

Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering for the 2011 Calgary International Children's Festival. The Festival would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of volunteers like you.

"I have always loved volunteering for the CICF and look forward to it each year. It is well organized, friendly and fun. I 'm definitely coming back." - CICF Volunteer, June 2010

Please read the following Volunteer Guidelines prior to submitting your application. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Kristin Eveleigh, at 403.294.7414 Ext. 4 or e-mail .

For available job descriptions check out this year's list of Volunteer Teams

Volunteer Guidelines

• Volunteers must be a minimum of 14 yrs of age to volunteer on their own. Youth under 14 must volunteer with an adult. Volunteers under the age of 18 require parental consent. Please complete the consent portion of the application.
• Volunteer shifts and placements are subject to change (notice will be given whenever possible.)
• Volunteers are expected to portray a positive Festival image to the public.
• Volunteers must treat other volunteers, performers, staff and public with dignity and respect.
• In the event of any difficulty volunteers must contact their team leaders or the Volunteer Coordinator.
• Volunteers MUST attend one of the Mandatory Volunteer Orientations happening on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 OR Monday, May 16, 2011 in the Engineered Air Theatre

Tuesday, May 10, 2011
OREO 1: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
OREO 2: 7:30pm to 8:30 pm

Monday, May 16, 2011
OREO 3: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
OREO 4: 7:30pm to 8:30 pm

Please RSVP on the application which night you will be attending the orientation. It is mandatory to attend one of the Volunteer Orientations.

Security Check Process for Applicants 18+

Applicants 18 and older must come in for a police check.

PLEASE NOTE: These are now done on a yearly basis. Applications will not be processed until the security check has been completed.

SECURITY CHECK PROCESS
This simple procedure involves you coming down to our office, completing the Calgary Police form and photocopying your identification. We require you to bring 2 pieces of identification:

1. A Drivers License OR Passport
2. Health Care Card OR Social Insurance OR Birth Certificate

Volunteer Benefits

• Make a difference in the life of a child
• Contribute to Calgary's community spirit
• Meet new friends
• Learn new skills
• Receive a FREE 2011 Festival T-Shirt
• Volunteer Hospitality
• Lunch is provided for Volunteers working 2 shifts in a day
• Gain admission to select performances
• Get an invitation to our great closing night party
• Have lots of FUN!

Volunteer Tickets
For every shift worked, volunteers will receive a ticket to a performance. Tickets can be ordered using the Volunteer Ticket Order form that will be sent out with schedules. Shows are subject to availability.

PLEASE NOTE: All volunteers require a ticket to get into a performance. Please make your selections carefully. Tickets cannot be exchanged once the Festival has started.

Become A Volunteer

Apply Online
To become a volunteer please fill out and submit the online Application Form.

Or Apply by Mail or Fax
Kristin Eveleigh, Volunteer Coordinator
Calgary International Children's Festival
EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts
+15 Level, 205 8th Avenue SE
Calgary AB T2G 0K9
Fax 403.294.7425

To apply by Mail or Fax please fill out and send us the printable Application Form.

Print the Application Form
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For more information please contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Kristin Eveleigh, at 403.294.7414 Ext. 4 or e-mail .