Winterlude

Winterlude was founded in 1979 by the NCC as a means of celebrating Canada's unique northern climate and culture. In 2003, the NCC not only celebrated the 25th edition of Winterlude but also 25 years of volunteers participating in its programs and events. Every year, several hundred volunteers join the fun and contribute to the success of Winterlude, one of the Capital Region's major events. During Winterlude 2005, more then 800 volunteers gave more than 10,000 hours. The Volunteer Centre would like to take this opportunity to thank them for their commitment.

Join our team of volunteers!

call the NCC Volunteer Centre at (613) 239-5373

Volunteer Opportunities: Jacques-Cartier Park

Position	Description	Comments
Bus Host/Hostess	Greet students and teachers as they get off the bus. Provide information about the site, services and programming. Hand out activity schedules to people in charge of groups.	Rotation with other volunteer positions at Jacques-Cartier Park; weekdays only.
Snow Slide Assistant	Supervise snow slides and help ensure safety of sliders. Help with line-ups. Greet visitors in a pleasant and positive manner. Work with the supervisors to help ensure a positive experience for all slide users. Advise the structure supervisor if problems arise.	Work at the various slides in turn.
Parking Officer	Show visitors where to park, and distribute parking maps.	Rotation with other volunteer positions; weekends only.
Super Games Supervisor	Help participants take part in the rally, treasure hunt and obstacle course.
Arts and Crafts Assistant	Help the craft coordinator with any preparations prior to the opening of maison Charron. Welcome children to Maison Charron and help them put their coats away. Help children with crafts, and help keep the area clean.	Indoors.
Ice Hog	Wear Ice Hog costume (Mr. or Mrs. Ice Hog, or Noumi or Nouma).
Logistics Assistant	Install barricades, fences, signs and equipment. Make repairs using hand and power tools.

Volunteer Opportunities: Confederation Park

Position	Description	Comments
Toddlers' Court Helper	Help children playing in Toddlers' Court. Ensure the safety of the children and keep area tidy.	Weekends only.
Carver Assistant	Help ice carvers carry tools and water and help clean up unwanted chunks of ice.	Be physically fit and be able to work in the cold.
Carver Host/Hostess	Welcome ice carvers during the construction phase of sculpting. Offer refreshments, greet the catering company, keep the trailer tidy.	Be prepared to assist carvers by attending to small errands.
Artist Host/Hostess	Welcome artists and act as a liaison between NCC staff and artists. Assist in installing and dismantling artists' room. Offer refreshments, keep the room in good order. Ensure artists follow schedules.

Volunteer Opportunities: Various Sites

Position	Description	Comments
Information Officer	Provide information on Winterlude activities to visitors	Must be bilingual.
Special Ice Hog	Make appearances (in costume) at various promotional activities and events (hotels, hospitals, the NAC, the Casino, etc.)	Generally, appearances take place in Ottawa-Hull.