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2026 Ryder Hesjedal's Tour de Victoria Volunteers

Tour de Victoria Volunteer Crew


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Join the Volunteer Crew and become an integral spoke in our wheel.

The 15th Annual Tour de Victoria is happening August 15, 2026.


Since the Tour’s inception in 2011, more than 2,300 volunteers have been the driving force behind one of the best-known cycling events in North America. By joining our crew, you’ll become one of the nearly 400 volunteers it takes to give our cyclists their best day in the saddle.

Our volunteers are the most valuable assets we have; you are the eyes, ears, hands and feet on the ground.

No cycling experience necessary.

We guarantee you’ll have fun, make new friends, and feel the pride of being the force behind the Tour de Victoria.


For registration assistance, please email our Volunteer Coordinator, Monica Moya, at volunteers@tourdevictoria.com

Countdown to event

Volunteer Position Summary
DateCategoryDescription
August 1-14Pre-Event Support & Setup Location: Trek Bicycle Store Victoria, 338 Catherine Street | Do you like organizing, preparing and packing things? Or are you riding and want to be part of our event behind the scenes, too? We have something for everyone in our Pre-Event Support & Setup. This area includes preparing the Rider packages, sorting and packing for the Aid Stations and Start/Finish Line, and pre-event signage. | 🦾 Indicates mobility required 🦾
Aug 13, 14 & 15Rider Check-InAug 13th + 14th Location: Trek Bicycle Store Victoria, 338 Catherine Street | Aug 15th* Location: Inner Harbour on Belleville Street | Two-day pre-event Rider Check-in at Trek Bikes, plus our Saturday same-day pickup at the Start Finish Line on Belleville Street. || Volunteers will be helping guide our cyclists through Rider Check-in and merchandise pick-up. || Please indicate in the note section if you are computer savvy and if you have mobility challenges or preferences so we can place you appropriately.
Aug 15Aid StationsLocation: Various locations around Greater Victoria || The Aid Stations are areas where the cyclists have an opportunity to take a short break, replenish their food and liquids and answer the call of nature. Volunteering at these stations provides an excellent opportunity to interact with some of the riders. Includes set up, food prep, and take down. *Great for families*
Aug 15Start/Finish, Bag Check & Beer GardenLocation: Inner Harbour on Belleville Street || The Downtown Start and Finish Area (a.k.a. Event Hub) is the start and the finish line for all distances. Start/Finish Support Crew includes: 🦾 unloading trucks in the early morning, then on to getting Start/Finish ready, setting up tables/chairs, setting up bike parking, hanging sponsor signage…. basically, putting the whole event together and supporting it throughout. You’ll be able to bounce around and help where help is needed. We also have roles in the Beer Garden for Serving it Right, Bag Check and The Finish Line. Proper footwear required, dress for the weather, and bring gloves and a headlamp for the early morning crew!
Aug 15Ride Ambassadors🚲 Ride Ambassador: Must be available on either Aug 13 or 14 for the Ambassador Lounge at Rider Check-in, where you will educate cyclists about the ride. Distances will be assigned for Aug 15 with your ability & interest in mind! The first option for this role goes to our alumni. If you have ridden the TDV as a participant in the past and would like to learn more about riding as an Ambassador, contact volunteers@tourdevictoria.com with your interest.
Aug 15Ride MarshalsLocation: Various locations around Greater Victoria || Our Ride Marshals are the most visible ambassadors of our event! The first thing our riders boast about as they cross the finish line is the tremendous support and enthusiasm from our Ride Marshals. Positioned along the route, the marshals ensure the cyclists in the event have a safe ride. You'll direct cyclists to stay on course and provide information for motorists and the public about road closures.
Aug 16Post-Event SupportLocation: Trek Bicycle Store Victoria & Around Greater Victoria || There's a lot to celebrate after our riders cross the finish line, but there's still work to be done. Our Post-Event Support helps to organize, clean, sort, organize, and store equipment and signage. We supply lunch and have way too much fun! Join us for this after-party!

Our Volunteer Crew receives:

  • Meet a whole community of volunteers and make some new friends
  • Hand-designed limited edition Tour de Victoria t-shirt
  • Meal and beverage in the Beer Garden at the Finish Line
  • Volunteer Training - Ride Marshals and Rider Check-in only
  • Secure bike parking & vehicle parking downtown
  • Miles and miles of smiles from our cyclists
  • Volunteer hours for youth
  • References supplied upon request

Contact information

Event contact
Monica Moya
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