Celebrate Colombia! Volunteer for Independence Day Celebration 2025!

Get Connected Icon Happens On Jul 27, 2025
Get Connected Icon 9am to 5pm
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Description


About the Event:

Celebrate Colombia's Independence Day with us! This vibrant cultural festival will feature music, dance, food, and fun activities for the whole family. We need enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to help make this event a success.

This opportunity is perfect for anyone passionate about Colombian culture and wanting to immerse themselves in local traditions. It's great for individuals who want to strengthen community ties and volunteers who want hands-on event management experience.

We welcome students and young adults looking to complete volunteer hours, enhance their resumes, and improve their bilingual/multilingual skills. It's also an excellent opportunity for families with older children who want to volunteer together. 

By volunteering, you will be an integral part of bringing community together to celebrate the spirit of Colombian heritage and culture!

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteer tasks may include any of the following:

  • Assisting in setting up before the event starts
  • Helping at food stations
  • Facilitating arts and crafts
  • Managing games
  • Assisting with tearing down and cleaning up after the event

Volunteer Training and Information Session:

Volunteers must attend a mandatory training session on July 18, 2025. During this session, you will meet volunteer leads and key event contacts, be assigned specific tasks, and receive the necessary information for your volunteer role. 

Details regarding the training will be sent to you following your registration. 

Benefits to Volunteers:

  • Learn about Colombian heritage, food and culture
  • Connect with like-minded people and expand your network
  • Comprehensive training one week before the event
  • Gain valuable event management and cultural festival experience
  • Receive a certificate of volunteer hours for your commitment and participation
  • Build your volunteer resume through iVolunteer

Practical Safety Precautions for Volunteering Outdoors in the Summer:

  • Stay hydrated! Drink plenty of water throughout the day or your shift
  • Wear sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses
  • Dress in light, breathable clothing and comfortable shoes
  • Take regular breaks in shaded areas to rest and cool down
  • Familiarize yourself with the location of first aid stations

Contact:

For more information on this amazing opportunity, contact Naydely

Join us and be part of this unique and exciting celebration! We look forward to seeing you there! 


Details

Get Connected Icon 16 and older
Get Connected Icon Is Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Register by Jul 18, 2025
Get Connected Icon Is Outdoors
Get Connected Icon Snacks and water provided
Get Connected Icon Dress for the weather
Get Connected Icon Wear comfortable shoes
Get Connected Icon Able to stand/walk for up to 4 hours
Get Connected Icon Able to lift items up and/or assemble items such as tents and tables
Get Connected Icon Friendly, outgoing and comfortable with crowds
Get Connected Icon Requires: UWBC Volunteer Release and Waiver of Liability

Location

Get Connected Icon Edmonds Park
7433 Humphries Ave
Burnaby, BC  V3N 1B1