
VOLUNTEERS
Call for Volunteers – Afrofestival Ottawa 2025
The continued success of Afrofestival Ottawa is made possible by the dedication and support of our incredible volunteers. As we gear up for another unforgettable in-person celebration, Africa Live Canada is inviting passionate, community-driven individuals who love African culture and want to make a meaningful impact to join our volunteer team.
🛠️ Volunteer Roles
Volunteers will take on a variety of important roles throughout the festival, including:
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Assisting with event setup and tear-down (banners, tents, etc.)
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Supporting the information and sponsorship kiosks
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Distributing brochures and flyers
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Registering new Africa Live Canada members and welcoming vendors
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Assisting performers and coordinating with the organizing team
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Helping with traffic and crowd control
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Supporting other essential onsite tasks
📅 Volunteer Commitment
Volunteers will be asked to work a MINIMUM of five (5) hours shift during the day of the festival days:
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Saturday, September 6th
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Sunday, September 7th
You will also be asked to be present on Monday September 08th to help tear down the festivity site.
A mandatory meeting will be held between August 30th 2025 to review the procedure and schedule of Afrofestival Ottawa.
🎁 What You’ll Receive
All volunteers will receive:
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An official Afrofestival Ottawa 2025 volunteer T-shirt
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A $10 meal voucher to use at any food vendor on-site during your break
✍️ How to Apply
To join the team, download, complete, and submit the Volunteer Application Form to:
📧 volunteers@afrofestottawa.ca
Help us make Afrofestival Ottawa 2025 a vibrant, successful, and unforgettable experience for everyone!
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