MS Bike Chilliwack Committee - Food and Beverage Coordinator

The 2026 MS Bike - Chilliwack is back on Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12, 2026. The ride starts and ends at Chilliwack Heritage Park (44140 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack, BC), with several rest stops along the way.

MS Bike is an energizing challenge you can feel good about. Going the distance makes a difference and every kilometer ridden brings us closer to a world free of multiple sclerosis. By volunteering, you'll play a crucial role in making this event a success while having fun, meeting new people, and supporting people affected by MS.

As part of the MS Bike Committee, you will plan and execute an inclusive, engaging event to connect and empower the MS community in your region. MS impacts all Canadians, which is why we urge people to move forward together at MS Bike and help build awareness for the disease, raising much needed funds to allow us to continue to support people affected by MS. This is a great opportunity to make an impact in your community using your talent and time!

The Food & Beverage Coordinator will work closely with the team at MS Canada to source, organize and distribute food and beverages to participants.

Responsibilities:

• Solicit and pick up food for rest stops and lunch stop
• Review food and rest stop tent equipment requirements with the Site and Route Coordinators
• Point of Contact for onsite food vendors while staff are on route
• Set up food area on event day and provide direction to day-of-event volunteers
• Champion the Bike in your community by promoting the event and recruiting participants and day-of-event volunteers

Interested? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Energize and positive attitude. A friendly face helps create a fun atmosphere!
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational and customer service skills
• Passion for supporting the MS Community and funding MS research
• Basic computer proficiency including email, internet searches, Word, Excel
• Self-motivated and reliable; able to fulfill duties on time
• Must be comfortable making decisions and problem solving with limited supervision
• Previous experience managing people is considered an asset
• Ability to perform physical labour along with heavy lifting
• Must have valid BC Drivers License
  

Time Commitment:

• Attend 1.5 hour long monthly committee meetings before the event from February through August.
• Be onsite for the event weekend providing support and leadership to event day volunteers.
• Meetings and work related to your role encompass approximately 5-10 hours/month depending on the role and size of event. Hours will increase as the event approaches.

Why Volunteer?

• Gain valuable experience and skills by supporting the organization of a well-recognized signature event while working with experienced organizing team members and comprehensive resources
• Contribute your time to an important cause and see your impact on the organization.
• Obtain a reference letter
• Build a strong network and connect with the MS community

Sign up to volunteer today and help create positive change! For more detailed information please contact:

Maria Cecilia Saba
mariacecilia.saba@mscanada.ca
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MS Canada is dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive.

Our aim is to ensure that all those interested in joining our team are given equal opportunity and that our organization is representative of all sections of society. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

We are committed to accommodating applicants’ needs throughout the selection process. Please contact volunteer@mscanada.ca should you need accommodation.