North Battleford has “Got the Games” and now the effort is on to fill volunteer positions.
The City has sent out a news release to let the public know a number of those positions are available for the Saskatchewan Winter Games from Feb. 18-24, 2018. There is also a need for volunteers at the Saskatchewan Senior Fitness Association 55+ Games from July 5-7 this year.
The latter event is seen as an opportunity to gain valuable experience for the 2018 Winter Games.
Those interested in volunteering can download the volunteer registration form at www.cityofnb.ca, or pick up a copy at City Hall, NationsWEST Field House or Battlefords Co-op Aquatic Centre.
According to a news release, the City also seeks individuals to chair and co-chair the host society and provide overall guidance and leadership to the society.
Leadership positions are also needed for the following committees for the Winter Games: athlete services, friends of the games, volunteers, cultural events, administration and finance, sports, food services, logistics, ceremonies and protocol, information technology, marketing and promotion and venues
The chairs and co-chairs, alongside the games manager and the City, will plan, organize and stage the Winter Games and the time commitment will be two to five hours per week.
Those interested in volunteering are asked to provide written communication by March 25, stating why they are interested, what position they are interested in and history about themselves, including employment background, education and past experience with volunteering, especially with similar events.
