Aprons in Action - Gala Volunteer

About Us

Our vision at Diabetes Canada (DC) is a world free from the effects of diabetes. That’s why we work together to improve the lives of those living with diabetes – sharing knowledge and resources, supporting health-care professionals to improve patient care, advocating for change through policy, and funding research to advance treatments and discover a cure.

Living with diabetes is a complex and often relentless journey, testing the resilience of every individual affected. Diabetes Canada is here to help—providing tools, resources, and support to make that journey easier. 

Join us in leading with strength and compassion - so no one faces diabetes alone.

About the Volunteer Role

The Aprons in Action Celebration Gala is the grand finale of Diabetes Canada’s national cooking challenge-an unforgettable evening of culinary excitement, celebration, and community impact. On Saturday, November 14, 2026, World Diabetes Day, guests will gather at The Carlu in Toronto for a night of inspiration and exceptional food.

The Aprons in Action - Gala Volunteer will be supporting with the operations and logistics on the day of the event. This volunteer role will support our Community Fundraising & Events team.

Location: The Carlu (444 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5B 2H4). This volunteer is expected to be onsite the day of the event.

What You’ll Do

• Support with setup for Aprons in Action Gala - including setup of banners, tables, and registration
• Be a friendly greeter at the registration table & share information with participants and attendees
• Carry grocery items to stations for competition participants
• Ensure a positive and respectful environment for everyone
• Ensure donors are connected to their primary DC Contact
• Help raise funds through multiple activations on site

Working Conditions:

• This volunteer role is expected to be onsite.
• This volunteer role is expected to lift up to 50lbs and be mobile to get around the venue.

What you can bring:

• Enthusiasm and commitment to supporting Diabetes Canada's mission and values.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong networking abilities and willingness to engage with potential sponsors, donors, and supporters.
• Comfortable meeting with potential donors to ask for donations on behalf of Diabetes Canada.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute ideas and solutions.
• Prior experience in event planning, fundraising, or volunteer coordination is beneficial but not required.
• Availability to assist with day-of-event activities and provide on-site support during the gala (full-day commitment on event day).

Why Volunteer with Diabetes Canada:

• Opportunity to play a significant role in organizing a high-profile fundraising event for a worthy cause.
• Gain valuable experience in event planning, fundraising, and volunteer leadership.
• Expand personal and professional networks through community engagement and collaboration.
• Recognition and appreciation for your contributions in helping Diabetes Canada achieve its goals and make a positive impact on the lives of individuals affected by diabetes.

Diabetes Canada is committed to creating a high-performance culture, characterized by inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility (“IDEA”). Diabetes Canada strives to live our values of excellence, agility, collaboration, integrity, and initiative through our work, and learn or unlearn, iterate, and improve our approach to everything we do. Just as every experience with diabetes is different, so is every person’s lived experience and we search for people and groups to call-in, listen to, amplify, and stand together with, ensuring all voices are heard. We focus on what could be done, not what has been done, and strive to courageously hold ourselves and others accountable to this commitment.