Children's Fest Volunteer
/ORGANIZATION:
Vancouver International Children’s Festival
DEADLINE:
May 15, 2026
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
The longest-running professional performing arts festival for young audiences and the first of its kind in North America and Europe, the Vancouver International Children’s Festival presents the world’s finest music, theatre, dance, puppetry, acrobatics, and storytelling, as well as creative arts activities for the entire family. Families come from near and far to experience this extraordinary annual arts festival created specifically for children and families. We are dedicated to providing creative, diverse programming that engages and delights our young audience.
ORGANIZATION WEBSITE:
http://www.childrensfestival.ca/about/volunteer-application-form/
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION:
Volunteers are essential to the Vancouver International Children’s Festival. Our Festival can only run smoothly with the generous help of hundreds of devoted volunteers. Each year, volunteers like you contribute to the success of the Festival by helping us welcome 25,000 attendees!
Why volunteer?
Get involved in an exciting creative project and open your mind to different perspectives. Meet extraordinary people. Learn and develop new skills. Take part in a festive community event where you are encouraged to dress up every day you come to work. Share your love of interacting by volunteering with kids. Show that you care about your community. Create wonderful experiences for kids, adults, and co-workers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
There’s a job at the Festival for everyone, depending on your interest, commitment level, and skill set.
During the Festival (May 25 to May 31) and the week before, there are many positions to choose from, categorized into three groups depending on the time commitment and duties required. A full shift is approximately seven hours long.
Regular Volunteer position requires a commitment of 2 shifts
Host / Chaperone position requires a commitment of 3 shifts
Crew Captain position requires a commitment of 5 shifts
Please take a few minutes to read about some of the positions available by visiting the Festival website. If you are applying as a Volunteer Recruiter, Host, or Crew Captain, you will be asked to upload a resumé on the application form.
Parlez-vous français? Voilà l’opportunité que vous attendiez!
Le bénévolat en français — French-speaking volunteers are invited to participate in La Journée FrancoFun on Thursday, May 28. Sign up on the online application form.
QUALIFICATIONS:
What makes a successful volunteer?
Good command of the English language
Strong communication skills
Reliable and dependable
Able to attend training session(s)
Willing to give your time with a smile
Contribute to the best of your abilities
Flexible, patient, respectful, with a good dose of humility
Enjoys having fun
HOW TO APPLY:
Complete the online application form on the Festival website
For questions, contact volunteer@childrensfestival.ca
You may also call 236–466-1480 for more information
