Rooftop Remix Event Support Volunteer

Event Details 
 
The Vancouver Public Library Foundation is seeking volunteers for our annual Rooftop Remix event on Friday, August 21, 2026 at VPL’s Central Library (350 W Georgia St). The event takes place from 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm.  

Rooftop Remix brings guests to levels 8 and 9 (Phillips, Hager, and North Rooftop Garden) of Central Library for an evening of canapes, beverages, music, new reads, and dancing, along with a Fund-A-Need hosted by Layne, the Auctionista. 

This year we’re coming together to support Early Learning Spaces — vibrant, interactive spaces at VPL branches that engage children aged 0-5 in play-based literacy development.  

Together we will enrich connections to lifelong learning, inspiration, and one another. 

See vplf.ca/rooftop for more information  

Time Commitment 
 
Date: Friday, August 21, 2026  
 
Volunteer shifts include set-up (3:00 pm – 8:30pm), takedown (4:30 pm – 10:00 pm), or both (3:00 pm – 10:00 pm). Specific shift assignments will be confirmed closer to the event and are subject to change.  

All volunteers are required to attend a mandatory 1.5-hour orientation session prior to the event. The date and time will be scheduled based on group availability. Training will be provided at this time. 

Volunteers are required to be 19 years of age or older. 

Available Roles: 

Fundraising Volunteers (up to 15 positions available) 

Fundraising Volunteers play a key role in supporting the evening's fundraising activities. Duties may include guiding attendees to their seats before the Fund-A-Need portion of the program, collecting donation cards from participants, assisting with raffle ticket sales, circulating QR code posters to encourage guests to register and/or donate, and assisting as Floor Volunteers following the Fund-A-Need segment. 

Food Service Volunteers (5 positions available)  

Food Service Volunteers support the Food Service Lead in keeping food stations on levels 8 and 9 stocked, tidy, and guest-ready throughout the event. 

Floor Volunteers (up to 10 positions available) 

Floor Volunteers help keep the event space clean and welcoming by bussing and clearing glassware throughout the venue, and supporting bar staff with restocking supplies from the kitchen as needed. 

Bartenders (up to 4 positions available) 

Bartenders serve both alcoholic (wine and beer) and non-alcoholic beverages throughout the event. A valid Serving It Right or Special Event Server certificate issued through Responsible Service BC (responsibleservicebc.gov.bc.ca) is required for this role.  

Registration Volunteers (4 positions available) 

Registration Volunteers assist with guest check-in and registration at the event entrance, using the Givergy platform to manage attendee information.  
 
Name Tag Station Volunteers (2 positions available)  

Name Tag Station Volunteers assist with creating and distributing name tags for guests upon arrival helping ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for all attendees. 
 
To apply, please complete the volunteer application form here: https://form.jotform.com/261197062210044 
 
Please note that some volunteer roles may require lifting heavy items and standing for extended periods of time. If you have any accessibility needs or concerns, please indicate them in the application form.  

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For more information, please contact Stephanie Yu, Community Giving Officer at stephanie.yu@vplf.ca  

We acknowledge that our work takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.  

We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only successful candidates will be contacted.