Events Volunteer Program - Winter 2026/27
- BC, Canada
- Sun Peaks Mountain, BC, Canada
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Original job description
We are looking for volunteers to join our Events team this upcoming Winter 2026/27. Volunteers with the Events team play a crucial role in supporting with a variety of slope side events, including set up and take down, registration, and helping guests on the mountain. If you are looking for an opportunity to get involved with Sun Peaks Resort, build connections in the community, and enjoy some perks and benefits for the upcoming season, this may be the opportunity for you. If joining the Events team as a volunteer is of interest, submit an application today!
Perks And Benefits
Perks And Benefits
- Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes (varies by position/season)
- Dining discounts within our hotel & resort-owned outlets
- Retail and Rental discounts in our resort-owned outlets
- Five (5) Buddy Passes with volunteer Alpine Season Passes that are processed for Winter 2026/27 discounted at 40% off (no usage restrictions)
- Sports School lesson discounts
- All specific details for benefits and perks are in the volunteer handbook.
- No specific certifications are required.
- Minimum 100 hours per season required to uphold volunteer status.
- Proficient use of spoken English.
- Outstanding verbal communication skills with all age groups of guests.
- Polished interpersonal and motivational skills and highly organized.
- Legally able to work in Canada from November 2026 until April 2027.
- Willing to submit to an RCMP criminal record check.
- Undertake required duties as per Sun Peaks Resort LLP operating guidelines.
- Comply with the Alpine Responsibility Code.
- You must be physically able to fully undertake volunteer responsibilities in a safe and diligent manner.
- Able to work outside in all winter weather conditions.
- High degree of physical fitness. Free of injuries that may obstruct duties.
- Lift up to 40kg if participating in assisting with Friday Race Series.
- Familiarity with Sun Peaks environment, both on the hill and in the village.
- Second language skills are an asset (e.g. German or Spanish).
- Several seasons working or volunteering in the winter tourism industry.
- Set-up and Take-down of Events.
- Registration duties under Events Leadership.
- Base area information (Around and inside the VDL, Guest Services and Parking Drop-Off area).
- Lift Top information (Top of the lifts assisting guests with their run choices etc.).
- Operate according to code of conduct and values statement of SPR LLP.
- Event support, including: Base Area Information, off-hill organization, on-hill assisting with set up/take down, assisting timing, etc. May involve carrying supplies when descending the slopes.
- Assist with other events duties (Friday Race Series, and Fondue) as required.
- Assist with special events and evening activities as required.
- Attend all SPRC scheduled orientation and training programs as requested.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Set up and take down events, support registration, and provide information and assistance to guests in the base area and at the top of lifts. Help with event logistics and activities, including the Friday Race Series and Fondue events, and attend required orientation and training.
Requirements
Volunteers must contribute at least 100 hours per season, speak English proficiently, be legally able to work in Canada from November 2026 through April 2027, and complete an RCMP criminal record check. They must be physically able to work safely outdoors in winter conditions; no specific certifications are required.
Skills
- Event Setup and Take-Down
- Guest Assistance
- Registration
- Verbal Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Motivational Skills
- Organization
- Event Support
- Teamwork
- Physical Fitness
- Outdoor Work
- Timekeeping Assistance
Benefits
- Seasonal Lift, Trail, and Golf Passes
- Dining Discounts
- Retail and Rental Discounts
- Five Buddy Passes
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Hospitality
- Sports & Recreation
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Events
- Volunteer Program
- Winter Tourism
- Event Setup
- Event Take-Down
- Guest Services
- Guest Registration
- Base Area Information
- Lift Top Information
- Friday Race Series
- Fondue Events
- Event Logistics
- Timing Assistance
- Mountain Operations
- Alpine Responsibility Code
- Criminal Record Check
- Winter Weather
- Orientation
- Training
- Sun Peaks Resort