Volunteer Opportunity: The Grand Parade – Seniors on the Move

Event Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Location: Vancouver, BC

About the Event

Seniors on the Move (SOTM) is a project of Better Environmentally Sound Transportation (BEST), in collaboration with United Way BC, that addresses the unique transportation challenges faced by seniors across the province. Through leadership, engagement, and community connection, SOTM raises awareness of seniors' transportation needs, provides transit training in local communities, and advocates for safer, more accessible options so seniors can remain active and independent in their homes and neighbourhoods.

Guided by our Seniors' Transportation Advocacy Committee, SOTM works to strengthen advocacy efforts and drive meaningful systems change.

This year, The Grand Parade offers an opportunity to walk with purpose — supporting seniors across BC while raising awareness about transportation barriers and solutions.

Volunteer Roles Available

We’re looking for energetic and community-minded volunteers to help make this event a success! Roles include:

1. Check-In & Welcome Team

Greet walkers and volunteers with a warm smile (or fist bump!)

Assist with check-in, distribute t-shirts to fundraisers ($150+ raised), and handle any cash/cheque donations

Provide friendly directions to restrooms, start line, etc.
Shift: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Needed: 4 volunteers

2. Event Floater (General Support)

Step in where help is needed most (break coverage, last-minute changes, etc.)

Perfect if you’re flexible and just want to lend a hand wherever needed
Shift: 9:00 am – 1:30 pm
Needed: 3 volunteers

3. Event Photographer/Videographer

Capture the fun of parade day (participants, teams, volunteers, finish line moments)

Must bring your own equipment (minimum 6MP camera, files at least 1MB each)

Upload all photos to laptop on event day (no watermarks/sales pitches please)
Shift: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Needed: 1 volunteer

4. Medical Support Crew

Address event-day medical issues and emergencies

Complete incident reports and coordinate with event director

Suitable for first aiders, nurses, or medical students (proof of certification may be required)
Shift: 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Needed: 2 volunteers

5. Route Marshals

Stationed at key intersections with event signs

Direct walkers, encourage them, and provide distance updates
Shift: 9:00 am – 1:30 pm
Needed: 6 volunteers

Additional volunteer opportunities are also available — please see the application website for the full list of roles.

Why Volunteer?

• Be part of an inspiring community event supporting seniors across BC
• Meet new people and work alongside an enthusiastic team
• Gain event experience, community service hours, and lasting memories

How to Apply

To join us:

1. click this link: https://thegrandparade.org/volunteer
2. Complete the online registration form
3. Select your preferred volunteer role
4. Submit your application — and you’re in!

For questions, contact: human.resources@best.bc.ca

Walk with purpose. Volunteer with The Grand Parade and help create a more connected, accessible future for seniors in BC.