2022 Volunteer Information

Thank you for your interest in our event, our volunteer registration is now closed.  If you would like to be notified of any future events, please send email to info@calgaryjapanesefestival.com and we will have you added to our mailing list.

2022 Volunteer Information:

Thank you very much for volunteering for the Calgary Japanese Festival “Omatsuri”.  Without the help of generous, community minded people such as yourself, we would not be able to put on this terrific event each year. We greatly appreciate all that you do and hope you enjoy your experience!

Event Details:

  • Location:  Max Bell Centre (1001 Barlow Trail S.E. Calgary, AB)
  • Date: Saturday, August 13, 2022
  • Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Volunteer Information:

  • Volunteer Orientation will be held on Thursday, August 11 @ 7:00 PM at Max Bell Centre.  Please do your best to attend this session as we will be providing valuable information for our teams.
  • Volunteer Shifts: 7:30AM to 2PM (setup) and 1PM to 7:30PM (tear down)
  • The event will go on rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather as the event has an outside venue.
  • The volunteer/performer registration desk is #9 on the MAPPlease arrive a few minutes early for your shift, if you are unable to start your shift at the specified time, please talk to your group leader to make alternate arrangements.
  • All volunteers must sign a Release of Liability and Waiver of Claim form prior to starting any work for “Omatsuri”.
  • Volunteers are given free entrance, a t-shirt and lunch on the day of the event.  A volunteer area will be setup for your use.  The festival shall not be held responsible for any lost or stolen items, please leave your valuables at home.
  • Due to ALCB regulations, Volunteers are prohibited from purchasing or partaking in the consumption of alcohol during the festival, even if your shift is over.
  • We understand circumstances may arise which could prevent you from fulfilling your volunteer responsibilities. If such a situation should occur, we would appreciate as much notice as possible.

We invite you to share any feedback on your experience after the event to help us improve going forward, please send all correspondence to:  volunteer@calgaryjapanesefestival.com