Peony Festival - Become a Volunteer
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The City of Oshawa is currently looking for volunteers to help with the 8th Annual Peony Festival. This is a great way to celebrate Ontario's largest peony garden, connect with your community and be an active part of a day filled with fun, food and great entertainment for people of all ages.
Whether you are a student looking for community hours and/or a person or group of people looking to give back to your community, this event will be a great experience. There are lots of opportunities available.
Event Dates/Times/Location
- Saturday, June 16, 2012: 10am to 4pm
- Sunday, June 17, 2012: 10am to 4pm
- Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens: 155 Arena Street near Adelaide Avenue
Application Deadline is June 1, 2012
Download the Volunteer Application
- Must be 14 years or older to participate
- Must commit to a minimum of a 4 hour shift
- Must provide a signed Criminal Information Request Form
Positions Available
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Title:
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Welcome Table
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Shifts:
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10am -1pm or 1pm-4pm
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Position:
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Welcoming visitors to the festival and providing information on activities s and their location. This position is outside under a tent and chairs are provided.
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Requirements:
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Customer service experience, enthusiasm
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Title:
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Set up and Take Down
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Shifts:
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8am-10am or 4pm-6pm
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Position:
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Assist with setting up and putting away the tables, chairs and tents, inside and out
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Requirements:
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Ability to move heavy items
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Title:
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General Inquiries
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Shifts:
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10am -1pm or 1pm-4pm
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Position:
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Wandering through the gardens, or sitting in the arena, you will direct people, answer general questions and encourage visitors to fill out a ballot for a free draw.
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Requirements:
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Customer Service experience, enthusiasm
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Contact
Send application to and for more information please contact:
Laura Iantomasi
Events & Community Engagement
99Thornton Road South
Oshawa, ON L1J 5Y1
905-436-3311 ext. 2654
