MS Bike Ottawa to Cornwall Committee - Volunteer Coordinator

The 2026 MS Bike - Ottawa to Cornwall is back on Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16, 2026. The ride starts and ends at Vernon Recreation Centre & Dev Centre (7950 Lawrence St, Vernon, ON), 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 Volunteer Coordinator will work to fulfill the required volunteer positions for MS Bike weekend. They will investigate and complete local volunteer recruitment activities and assist with the stewardship of volunteers. In addition, they will be a lead point on event day for volunteers.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the staff to assess volunteer needs for event weekend and other recruitment activities
• Recruit volunteers for the event weekend. This includes contacting previous volunteers to see who will be returning and recruiting new volunteers
• Assign specific positions to the event volunteers and assist in providing volunteers with a position description and details about the event
• Monitor volunteer activities and positions over the weekend and reposition volunteers as necessary
• Direct volunteers on event weekend
• Work with the committee to promote these exciting events to recruit participants and event day volunteers
• Attend the event which may require travel and overnight stay

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

• Energized 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
• Be agile and track volunteer’s activities during the event and reposition volunteers as needed to provide the best coverage
• Basic computer proficiency
• Self-motivated/directed and able to fulfill duties on time
• Volunteer recruitment and coordination experience is an asset
  

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.