Become a Volunteer

Join the Biggest Team, Volunteer!

Volunteer Program presented by Atlantic Lottery

The 2025 Canada Games Host Society is excited to welcome Atlantic Lottery as the exclusive presenting partner of the Volunteer Program.

One Team. 5000 Strong. Volunteer!

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Before starting your application, please have the following readily available:

• A valid email address that you monitor often
• A cell phone number that can receive text messages
• A laptop or PC with internet access
• Top three areas you are most interested in volunteering

Please Note: It will take less than 10 minutes to complete the application. Once your user profile has been created (ID Number Generated) you can leave and come back to complete your application at a later date by logging in with your email address and password.

Become a volunteer now

Join The Team

The preparation starts now.

Volunteers are the heartbeat of the Games with 150+ different roles working 30,000+ shifts to get us ready to rock August 8 - 25, 2025.

Be one of the 5,000+ volunteers who will welcome the nation to St. John’s for 18 exciting days of celebrating our country’s best amateur athletes.

From transportation to event services, there is a volunteer role for everyone with the 2025 Canada Games.

Click here to see a list of all available Games time volunteer roles

Volunteer Requirements

What you need to know.

Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older as of July 1, 2025, to be eligible to volunteer with the 2025 Canada Games. Ages 16 to 18 years will be required to complete a parent/guardian consent form during their application process.

To volunteer with the 2025 Canada Games, there is a minimum commitment of 32 hours from August 8-25, 2025 during the Games.

Volunteers must have a working knowledge of English. There are also a number of roles requiring volunteers to be conversational in both of Canada’s Official Languages (French and English).

Part of the Volunteer screening process will include completing a Criminal Background Check. The 2025 Canada Games Host Society provides all volunteers with a letter to waive the fee associated with applying for a Criminal Background Check.

We welcome the involvement of all persons regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, physical attributes, language, sexual orientation, education, nationality, culture, or other personal characteristics.

The 2025 Canada Games Host Society is committed to reflecting the belief that diversity and inclusion contribute to a better organization and skilled team. Applicants have the right to request an accommodation during the recruitment phase and if invited to progress to an assessment or interview.

Volunteer Perks

All Games time volunteers will receive an official four-piece Volunteer Uniform Kit at no cost provided by FWD (Forward with Design), the Official Outfitting Partner of the Canada Games.

Be a part of the biggest team that welcomes the Nation to St. John’s, Newfoundland.

Gain experience in the sports and entertainment industries while representing Newfoundland and Labrador on the national stage.

Make lasting connections with volunteers, Games Participants, and all those involved with the Games. Enhance your skills in a volunteer assignment that engages your skills, interests, and experience.

Receive an invitation to attend the volunteer recognition event after the Games to celebrate everyone’s hard work.

Games Time Volunteer Journey

August 2024

Registration Portal Opens

September 2024

Volunteer Screening and Selection

December 2024

Volunteer Training and Orientation

February 2025

Volunteer Assignment and Scheduling

June 2025

Uniform Distribution and Accreditation

August 2025

Games Time - August 8 to 25

Volunteer Centre - Come Visit Us

The 2025 Canada Games Volunteer Centre is located at 260 Waterford Bridge Road, St. John’s, NL.
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Hours of operation:
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The last day the Volunteer Centre will be open for 2024 is December 19, 12:00pm - 6:00pm reopening January 7th, 2025.

The Volunteer Centre Operational Hours for the new year starting January 7th are 12:00pm - 6:00 pm Tuesday and Thursday 11:00am - 5:00pm Wednesday (NEW!)

Main email address(s):

volunteer@2025canadagames.ca
benevole@jeuxducanada2025.ca

Frequently Asked Questions

I have signed up to be a volunteer; however, I have not received any communications from the Games.

To ensure you are receiving Games communications please check that your cell phone number provided to receive text messages and email address in your volunteer profile is accurate. Also, check your junk mail for any of the following email addresses:

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• @gems.pro

• @2025canadagames.ca

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Make sure to move these email addresses to your inbox to receive future notifications.If you are unsure of your status within the volunteer journey, please send our team an email at volunteer@2025canadagames.ca

What is the time commitment to volunteer for the Games?

We ask that all Games time volunteers commit to being available for a minimum of 32 hours from August 8-25, 2025.

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The minimum hour commitment (32 hours) is spread over two weeks from August 8-25, 2025. Many shifts will be in the evenings and on weekends providing flexibility to fit your hours in. If you cannot commit to the 32 hours at Games time, there are many other ways to volunteer with the Games. We are also looking for pre-Games volunteers to help us prepare for the event until August 2025. We encourage all who are interested to apply.

I am interested in traveling to St. John’s to volunteer for the Games. Do you provide transportation and accommodation?

All out-of-town volunteers have to make their own arrangements for travel and accommodation. Based on your shift hours, food will be provided while you are on volunteer duty.

Will I be interviewed for my role and what kind of training will volunteers be given?

Yes, once you apply online, you will begin your volunteer journey and be contacted with instructions on the next steps of your process. All volunteers will be interviewed, whether in person or online, based on their listed volunteer role interests. This is to gauge your experience and skill set.

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There are three stages of training each volunteer will be required to complete:

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1. General Games Orientation

2. Role-Specific Training

3. Venue-Specific Orientation

Why do I need to complete a Criminal Background Check?

For the safety and security of all athletes and volunteers, we require all positions to receive a Criminal Background Check. The 2025 Canada Games Host Society provides all volunteers with a letter to waive the fee associated with the Criminal Background Check.

I am not sure what my availability will be come Games time, how can I reflect this on my application?

Put your availability down to the best of your knowledge. You have the opportunity to accept and/or decline shifts based on what you know about your schedule at that point in time. Even if you will not know your schedule until closer to Games time, we encourage you to submit your application early.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding Volunteer Services, please contact us at volunteer@2025canadagames.ca

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