Volunteer

We are seeking volunteers for the 2027 Ontario Parasport Games, taking place February 19-21, 2027. High school community hours will be available. Volunteers must complete mandatory training. Please note that volunteers will be required to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check. If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the online Volunteer Registration Form. 

Volunteer Shifts

Volunteers can work one shift or multiple shifts. Each five-hour shift will receive one 15-minute break. If you work back-to-back shifts, you will receive one 15-minute break per shift, plus a 30-minute lunch break. Snacks and lunches will be provided. The volunteer shifts are as follows:

• Friday, February 19, 2027: morning, afternoon, and/or evening
• Saturday, February 20, 2027: morning, afternoon, and/or evening
• Sunday, February 21, 2027: morning, afternoon, and/or evening

Volunteer Roles

The following volunteer roles will be available:

• Communications – Photographers, videographers, and social media content support. Some positions require specialized skills or equipment.
• Games Operations – Venue operations, logistics, access monitors, parking, transportation, food services, and event activation.
• Medical Services – Clinical, first aid, and non-clinical medical/logistics roles. Some positions require certification or additional screening.
• Sport and Field of Play – Minor officials, scorekeeping/timekeeping, competition set-up/tear down and general field-of-play support.
• Volunteer Services – Volunteer check-in, directing volunteers to assignments and supporting venue volunteer teams.
• Welcome and Guest Services – Registration and accreditation support, greeters, ceremony presenters and support, and hospitality or accommodation assistance.

Vulnerable Sector Check

The Brantford 2027 Ontario Parasport Games requires all volunteers to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check. Volunteers who reside in Brantford can visit the Brantford Police Service located at 344 Elgin Street on November 28, November 29, December 5, or December 6, between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., to receive the check free of charge. Outside these dates, and for volunteers who reside outside of Brantford, the standard and/or local fee will apply.

Please read the following instructions to complete your application:

• Download the fillable application form after completing the online Volunteer Registration Form
• Applicants must bring two pieces of government-issued identification and, if necessary, proof of Brantford residency if not included on their ID.
• A volunteer letter is required and should outline the position, duties, reason for the check, and confirm that the role is unpaid.
• Applicants must be residents of Brantford to apply through Brantford Police Service.
• RCMP fingerprint fees cannot be waived if fingerprints are required.
• Volunteer police record checks are only available for applicants aged 18 and older.
• For volunteers under the age of 18, a reference from a teacher or coach will be required.

If you have any questions, please contact sporttourism@brantford.ca.