Lead by Example Powwow Volunteer

Join the dance and experience the heartbeat of the drum at the Lead by Example Powwow; a cross-cultural, community celebration and full contest powwow in honour of Kakato'si Kristian Ayoungman.

Powwow is a celebration of life where many nations and tribes join to share songs and dances. Powwows welcome all people and highlight the enduring strength of Indigenous culture.

The powwow will be held at the Strathmore & District AG Grounds from June 6th-8th, with 4-hour shifts scheduled in Morning, Afternoon, and Evening.

Setup or Take Down Volunteer | Lead by Example Powwow | June 6-8, 2025

Set up or take down volunteers will help with initial powwow set up on Thursday, June 5th between 4:00PM – 7:00 PM (drop ins welcome!) – we will need help setting up our turf, vendor tables and chairs. Take down will happen Sunday, June 8th after 8 PM.

Positions:

Parking Volunteer | Lead by Example Powwow | June 6-8, 2025

Parking guides will help manage the parking lots for the event, duties may include directing vehicles to available parking spaces, and ensuring proper flow of traffic.

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Ticketing Gates Volunteer | Lead by Example Powwow | June 6-8-, 2025

A ticketing gates volunteer plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth entry and exit for attendees at the event. Their responsibilities will involve scanning or validating tickets, providing directions or assistance to visitors, and maintaining orderly queues or lines. They may also assist with ticket sales, troubleshooting ticketing equipment, and answering inquiries about event schedules or ticketing procedures. Additionally, they help enforce entry requirements such as checking for valid passes or credentials.

Clean Up Crews | Lead by Example Powwow June 6-8, 2025

As a Clean Up Crew member for the Lead by Example Powwow taking place from June 7-9, 2024, you'll play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and tidiness of various areas throughout the event grounds. Your responsibilities will encompass ensuring that the powwow area, entertainment areas, RV

camping sites, Indian Relay stands, Indian Relay back areas, parking lots, and bathrooms remain clean and presentable for all attendees.

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Merchandise Booth Volunteer | Lead by Example Powwow | June 6-8, 2025

There will be t-shirts, hats, and other merchandise for sale during the powwow and the volunteers will oversee running the booth. Responsibilities include setting up booth, taking orders, ensuring customers receive correct orders, processing payments, keeping inventory stocked, etc. Customer service experience required.

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VIP Assistance | Lead by Example Powwow | June 6-8, 2025

Volunteers will greet VIP guests, bring them to their seats, and answer any questions they have. Volunteers will also be of assistance to get coffee/snacks/etc. Lunch and dinner will be brought directly to the guests and volunteers will assist them as needed.

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Guest Services Volunteer | Lead by Example Powwow | June 6-8, 2025

Guest services volunteers will staff the information desk and be the main source of general information for guests. Volunteers will be responsible for answering questions, directing inquiries, concerns, and managing volunteer check in/out, etc.

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Princess Pageant Volunteer | Lead by Example Powwow | June 6-8, 2025

As a Princess Pageant volunteer, you'll be an invaluable asset to the smooth running of the pageant, assisting the Princess Pageant Lead and ensuring a memorable experience for all participants. Your role encompasses a range of responsibilities aimed at supporting the contestants, judges, and event organizers throughout the pageant process.

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50/50 Sales Volunteer | Lead by Example Powwow | June 6-8, 2025

As a 50/50 volunteer, your primary responsibility is to facilitate the sale of 50/50 raffle tickets and assist with the management of the fundraising process. Your duties may include:

- Ticket sales

- Cash handling

- Ticket distribution

- Record-keeping