We’re inviting you to be part of something special — volunteer at the Nanaimo Dragon Boat Festival! By joining us, you’ll help bring one of Vancouver Island’s signature summer events to life. From athletes and spectators to beer gardens, live music, and more, you’ll play a vital role in creating an unforgettable experience for the whole community.

• Set-up - assist with setting up the event before and during the event
• Site Support - assist with general maintenance of the grounds
• Security/Site Ambassadors - Help with various security needs, including parking guides and other functions
• Clean up - keeping the site tidy
• Dock - assisting with the paddlers on the dock, helping them in and out of the boats in a timely manner
• Boat Holders - assisting with keeping the dragon boats at the dock while it is being loaded, unloaded
• Marshalling - assist with moving dragon boat crews to the docks for loading into dragon boats
• Volunteer support - assist with coordinating the volunteers
• Tear Down - assist with taking down the event

Call 250-616-0592 for more info or send us an email with your enquiries at nanaimopaddlingcentre@shaw.ca