Event & Leadership Volunteers - StoryStrong 2026 Conference

About the Opportunity

The StoryBridge Network is seeking dedicated volunteers to help bring the StoryStrong 2026 Conference to life! Whether you want flexible event-day tasks or hands-on professional leadership experience in the non-profit sector, we have a role for you.

Volunteer Opportunities

Tier 1: Event-Day & General Support (2-8 hrs/month)

Flexible, shift-based roles ideal for individuals looking to connect with the community and support event operations.

• Assisting with event setup, registration, and logistics


• Supporting participant engagement and hospitality


• Assisting with local outreach and promotion

Tier 2: Leadership & Specialist Roles (5-20 hrs/month)

Structured roles designed to build professional experience in program delivery, communications, and event management.

• Program Coordinators


• Event Planning Leads


• Media & Communications Coordinators

How to Apply

To be added to the list for our upcoming volunteer training sessions, please complete our brief online onboarding process. We will offer multiple online and in-person training sessions, with the first session online on Tuesday, September 29 at 6:00 PM. Here's how to apply:

1. 
   

   Visit the StoryBridge Volunteer Page: thestorybridge.ca/volunteer-opportunities



2. 
   

   Complete the 10-minute Welcome to Volunteering Module 1: About the StoryBridge Network slideshow.



3. 
   

   Click the link at the end of the slideshow to open the Volunteer Application Form.



4. 
   

   Submit your completed application.

Once submitted, our team will review your application and send you the access link for the September 28 training session!

Tier 1 Roles (Event-Day Support)

Key Competencies: Hospitality, Interpersonal Communication & Event Logistics

Commitment: 2-8 hours/month (Shift-based)

• Customer Service & Hospitality: A warm, approachable demeanour to handle attendee registration, guide venue navigation at locations like the Canadian Museum for Human Rights and RRC Polytech, and assist with guest inquiries.


• Cross-Cultural Communication: Comfort interacting respectfully with a diverse range of participants, including newcomers, elders, youth, and community leaders.


• Adaptability & Teamwork: Willingness to collaborate in a dynamic event environment, follow directions from event leads, and support light operational tasks (e.g., room setups, directional signage, supporting bookstore/networkinghubs).


• Reliability: Strong punctuality and commitment to fulfilling selected event-day shifts.

Tier 2 Roles (Leadership & Specialist Roles)

Key Competencies: Project Coordination, Media/Communications & Community Engagement

Commitment: 5-20 hours/month

• Event Coordination & Project Management: Demonstrated experience or coursework in non-profit program delivery, logistics tracking, vendor/presenter coordination, or delegating tasks to event-day volunteers.


• Media & Digital Communications: Familiarity with social media management, basic copywriting, event photography/videography, or digital creation tools like Canva.


• Program Facilitation Support: Strong organizational skills to manage workshop room schedules, liaise with session facilitators, and ensure smooth transitions during panel discussions and keynotes.


• Leadership & Problem-Solving: Ability to work independently, troubleshoot real-time logistical challenges, and model inclusive, community-centered values.

Volunteers will gain practical, hands-on experience in large-scale event logistics, cross-cultural participant engagement, non-profit operations, and strategic media management. This opportunity provides valuable portfolio- and resume-building experience for individuals pursuing careers in Event Management, Non-Profit Leadership, Public Relations, Community Development, or Strategic Communications.

Skills Gained

• Event & Operational Logistics: Experience with large-scale event support, venue management, and participant navigation.


• Cross-Cultural Communication: Building authentic engagement skills with diverse community members, elders, and delegates.


• Project & Leadership Management: (Tier 2) Hands-on experience in program coordination, schedule management, and presenter support.


• Digital Communications & Media: (Tier 2) Practical work in content creation, social media management, and event promotion.

Related Career Fields

• Event Planning & Hospitality Management


• Non-Profit Administration & Program Delivery


• Public Relations & Strategic Communications


• Community Development & Social Work


• Digital Marketing & Media Production

Please note the volunteer and event locations:

• Friday, November 6, 2026: Canadian Museum for Human Rights, 85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg, MB.


• Saturday, November 7, 2026: Manitou a bi Bii daziigae (RRC Polytech), 319 Elgin Ave, Winnipeg, MB.

• Online: www.thestorybridge.ca/volunteer-opportunities