Voices Without Barriers - Alberta's First Fully Accessible Music Festival

Volunteer Opportunity: Voices Without Barriers – Alberta’s First Fully Accessible Music Festival

Organization: Voice of Albertans with Disabilities (VAD) Society

Location: The Westin Edmonton Downtown – Edmonton, AB

Event Date: September 26, 2026

Event Time: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Volunteer Time:

Volunteer Shifts: 4-hour shifts available, with opportunities to volunteer for the full day

About the Opportunity

Voice of Albertans with Disabilities (VAD) is seeking approximately 40 dedicated volunteers to support Voices Without Barriers, Alberta’s first fully accessible music festival.

This exciting and inclusive event will bring together artists, community members, organizations, and individuals from across Alberta to celebrate music, creativity, accessibility, inclusion, and connection.

Volunteers will play an essential role in helping create a welcoming, barrier-free, and community-driven experience for attendees of all abilities.

Why Volunteer?

• Be part of a meaningful and impactful community event
• Support accessibility and inclusion in action
• Gain valuable volunteer and event experience
• Meet new people and build community connections
• Help amplify underrepresented voices

Volunteer Roles Available

We are currently recruiting volunteers for a variety of roles, including:

Event-Day Support (Setup / Teardown)

Assist with preparing the venue before the event and supporting teardown afterward.

Guest Services

Welcome attendees, support registration, and help create a positive and inclusive first impression.

Accessibility Support

Provide guidance and assistance to attendees as needed to help ensure an accessible and barrier-free experience.

Artist Support

Assist participating artists with coordination, transitions, and general logistics throughout the event.

Social Media / Content Capture

Capture photos and short videos during the event to support VAD’s communications and storytelling.

General Runners / Floaters

Provide flexible support across various areas of the event as needed.

Who Should Apply?

We welcome volunteers who are:

• Friendly, reliable, and adaptable
• Passionate about community and inclusion
• Comfortable working in a team environment
• Open to supporting a variety of roles

No prior experience is required — just a willingness to contribute and be part of something meaningful.

Screening & Requirements

To support a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all participants, some volunteer roles may require:

• A Vulnerable Sector Check
• A brief screening and/or orientation process

All volunteers will receive guidance and support prior to the event.

How to Apply

To express interest in volunteering, please contact:

Tara Lyon
Executive Director
Voice of Albertans with Disabilities (VAD) Society
tara.lyon@vadsociety.ca

Applications are encouraged early as volunteer spaces are limited.

About VAD Society

Voice of Albertans with Disabilities (VAD) is a provincial cross-disability organization committed to amplifying the voices of persons with disabilities across Alberta through community engagement, connection, accessibility, and inclusive programming.

Join us in creating a space where every voice matters.