WELCOME TO THE BENEVA MISSISSAUGA MARATHON
VOLUNTEER PAGE
The Beneva Mississauga Marathon relies on the support of wonderful volunteers every year. Not only do volunteers help make the race a memorable one for participants, they too are rewarded by the experience. It's a great opportunity to meet new people, experience the excitement of the event and be involved with your community.
Volunteer dates include:
Friday, April 25th - Great Hall, Mississauga Civic Centre
Saturday, April 26th - Great Hall, Mississauga Civic Centre
Sunday, April 27th - RACE DAY - Celebration Square and Lakefront Promenade Park
THANK YOU to all volunteers! We have filled all positions for this year's event!
Look for your final email on April 15th.
Information for Potential Volunteers
- Volunteers must be age 16 and older (on-course marshals must be 18+).
- Please read the role description carefully and make note of the date, shift time (if applicable) and location for the role.
- No volunteer orientation required to participate
- All volunteer tasks require standing and/or walking and some heavy lifting.
- Volunteers will receive a short-sleeve shirt to be worn during your shift.
- Light snacks and water/pop will be available.
- To register for more than one role please fill out separate forms.
- Volunteer hours count towards required high school hours and forms will be signed at the end of your shift.
Volunteer Roles
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
BIB, SHIRT AND RACE KIT DISTRIBUTION - FRIDAY Closed
All of our event participants are required to pick-up their race bib, shirt and race kit over 2 scheduled days prior to race day. This role includes: ▪ Handing out race bibs to participants based on their assigned bib number. ▪ Handing out T-shirts and race kits to participants. ▪ Directing participants and answering questions (i.e. location of washroom facilities, what time the race starts, etc.) ▪Assisting with ensuring that the distribution area is well-maintained. ▪Assisting with set-up, tear-down and clean-up. ▪ Some light lifting and standing is required. Location: Great Hall Civic Centre
BIB, SHIRT AND RACE KIT DISTRIBUTION - SATURDAY Closed
All of our event participants are required to pick-up their race bib, shirt and race kit over 2 scheduled days prior to race day. This role includes: ▪ Handing out race bibs to participants based on their assigned bib number. ▪ Handing out T-shirts and race kits to participants. ▪ Directing participants and answering questions (i.e. location of washroom facilities, what time the race starts, etc.) ▪Assisting with ensuring that the distribution area is well-maintained. ▪Assisting with set-up, tear-down and clean-up. ▪ Some light lifting and standing is required. Location: Great Hall Civic Centre
FOOD KIT STUFFING - SATURDAY Closed
Each participant receives a "food kit" (which contains pre-packaged food items for participants after the race). These require assembly. This role includes: ▪ Preparing food kits to be distributed to participants. ▪ Ensuring all race kits are prepared with equal materials. ▪ After the food kits have been prepared, assisting breaking down boxes to prepare for recycling. ▪ Some light lifting and standing is required. ▪ This role will take place in a covered tent outside. Location: Celebration Square Time: 12:00pm to 4:00pm
START/FINISH LINE VOLUNTEERS - RACE DAY SUNDAY - CELEBRATION SQUARE Closed
Start/Finish line volunteers will be stationed at the Start/Finish line. This role includes: ▪ Directing and managing the start corral gates. ▪Assisting to maintain the integrity of the of the start area on race day. ▪ Directing participants through the finish chute. ▪ Assisting with water distribution. ▪ Assisting with participant and spectator flow. ▪ Standing and some heavy lifting as needed. Location: Celebration Square Time: 5:45am to 12:00pm
BAGGAGE TENT - RACE DAY SUNDAY - CELEBRATION SQUARE Closed
This role includes: ▪ Receiving participants' bags, storing them numerically according to bib number, and returning bags to participants after they have finished their race. ▪ Assisting with set-up, tear-down, and clean-up. ▪ Some light lifting and standing is required. Location: Celebration Square Time: 5:45am to 12:00pm
WATER STATION VOLUNTEERS - RACE DAY SUNDAY Closed
Water Station volunteers will be stationed at various key points throughout the race course to make sure all participants stay hydrated and have a successful, safe event. This role includes: ▪ Filling cups and distributing them to participants. ▪ Keeping the water station clean and tidy. ▪ Supporting all the runners and walkers. ▪ Setting up their station, tear-down, and clean-up. ▪ This position requires you to be on your feet most of the time. Location: We have several water stations along our course. Your exact location will be determined upon signing up. Time: Approximately 6:00am to 11:00am. Exact times will be determined based on the specific location.
POST RACE FOOD TENT - RACE DAY SUNDAY - CELEBRATION SQUARE Closed
This role includes: ▪ Distributing post-race snacks to participants. ▪ Assisting with setting up the food area, tear-down, and clean-up. ▪ Some light lifting and standing is required. Location: Celebration Square Time: 7:45am to 12:00pm
SHERIDAN COLLEGE COURSE MARSHALS - RACE DAY SUNDAY Closed
Course Marshals will be stationed at various key points throughout the race course to make sure all participants stay on course and have a successful, safe event. This role includes: ▪ Cheering on and directing participants on the course. ▪ Assisting police and traffic management with stopping or re-directing motorists. ▪ Maintaining safety on the course by warning participants of potential hazards and communicating with the public when necessary. All Course Marshals must be 18 years +.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Tammy Eckerman
- Website
- Visit website
