Seeking Volunteers at the National Black Canadians Summit!

The National Black Canadians Summit is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help support this exciting national gathering celebrating Black excellence, leadership, and community. Volunteer opportunities are available in registration, attendee support, event logistics, workshop assistance, and more.

📅 Dates: September 18-20, 2026
📍 Location: RBC Convention Centre – Downtown Winnipeg
🔗 Register: Click here to Register!

Join us in helping create a memorable and impactful experience for attendees from across Canada.

Information about the summit, including the full summit schedule can be found here: https://www.blackcanadiansummit.ca/en?lang=en

Information about the Fondation Michaelle jean foundation can be found here: https://fmjf.ca/en/home/

Available Volunteer Roles include:

Registration & Check-in Volunteer

Role Purpose: To act as the first point of contact, ensuring a welcoming, efficient check-in process.

Duties:

• Greet attendees with a friendly demeanor.
• Check in attendees, scan tickets, and verify identifications.
• Distribute name badges, swag bags, and agendas.
• Answer general questions about the venue and schedule.

Skills: Strong communication, hospitality focus, organized.

Wayfinding & Information Ambassador

Role Purpose: To guide attendees through the venue and provide information.

Duties:

• Guide attendees to session rooms, plenary halls, and breakout areas.
• Monitor high-traffic areas to prevent bottlenecks.
• Direct guests toward restrooms, cafes, and transportation options.
• Monitor doors to prevent excessive noise disruption (ushering).

Skills: Personable, confident, familiar with the venue layout.

Speaker & Technical Support Monitor

Role Purpose: To assist speakers and maintain smooth operations in session rooms.

Duties:

• Assist speakers with laptop connections, microphones, and clickers.
• Help manage the Q&A segment by walking with microphones.
• Hand out and collect session evaluation forms.
• Liaise with A/V technicians to resolve technical issues promptly.

Skills: Tech-savvy, calm under pressure, helpful.

General "Floater" & Runner

Role Purpose: To provide flexible support to staff in various areas of need.

Duties:

• Fill in gaps as needed (e.g., covering a lunch break for another volunteer).
• Deliver materials or messages between planning committees and staff.
• Assist with last-minute setup requirements.

Skills: Adaptable, energetic, proactive.

Setup & Teardown Specialist (Pre/Post Event)

Role Purpose: To assist with the physical execution of the event on Day 0 or at the end of Day 3.

Duties:

• Set up tables, chairs, and registration booths.
• Place signage, banners, and decorations throughout the venue.
• Package up exhibition materials and assist with venue pack-down at the end of the 3 days.

Skills: Ability to lift light items, good organizational skills.

Social Media & Content Correspondent

Role Purpose: To capture the event and boost online engagement.

Duties:

• Take photos or short videos of plenary sessions and networking events.
• Post live updates to social channels using the official event hashtag.
• Assist with interactive attendee activities.

Skills: Proficient in social media platforms and photography skills.

Time Commitment: 3-day commitment, in 4 – 6 hour shifts.

Training: An orientation briefing will be provided prior to the conference – details to follow.

Benefits: Free event access during off-shift hours, networking opportunities, volunteer shirts, and meals provided during shifts.

Requirements: Reliability, enthusiasm, and a professional attitude.