Current Volunteers

Volunteers

Volunteer recruitment is now open

In 2018, volunteers contributed over 47,000 hours of service at the Park and Zoo. Volunteers come from all walks of life and enjoy rewarding volunteer experiences that recognize their unique skills and interests. We offer flexible schedules, comprehensive and ongoing training, and a welcoming environment that recognizes the essential role volunteers play in our organization.

CLICK HERE to apply for our General Volunteer Program.
CLICK HERE to apply for our Zoo Camp Crew Volunteer Program.

VOLUNTEERS WILL:

learn new skills
meet new people
support a wide range of activities
contribute to the exciting growth at Assiniboine Park and Zoo

VOLUNTEERS DO NOT:

feed or handle animals
work with plants

VOLUNTEERS MUST:

make a long-term commitment - we do not offer one-time or short-term opportunities
be prepared to walk and stand outdoors (accommodations can be made - our Zoo is mobility aid friendly)
be 16+ years of age (EXCEPTION: Zoo Camp Crew volunteers may be 14 - 18 years of age.)

Volunteer Roles and Opportunities

Please note, the minimum age to volunteer is 16 (with the exception of the Zoo Camp Crew) and volunteers do not feed or handle the animals or work with plants.

Please visit our Volunteer Opportunity Directory for detailed descriptions.
Special Volunteer Opportunities

CONSERVATION VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES are available for students pursuing college or university training in social or natural sciences of other related fields. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and have easy access to a computer and/or smart phone. LEARN MORE.

GROUP VOLUNTEERING - Businesses, schools and community organizations of 5 – 15 people are welcome to apply for the opportunity to come out and help beautify the park. We supply the equipment and you supply the people power to pick up litter throughout the park. Volunteers must be 16+ years of age. We require at least one adult volunteer chaperone for every 10 volunteers between 16 and 18 years of age. Request must be received at least 30 days in advance. CLICK HERE TO APPLY.

MASTER GARDENERS - We are recruiting Master Gardeners and Master Gardeners in Training (those with a minimum of 5 completed courses) to volunteer as Master Gardener Ambassadors in the Park and Zoo. Our MG Ambassadors provide horticulture and park information to our visitors in the English and Leo Mol Gardens. They also have the opportunity to share their knowledge in the Shirley Richardson Butterfly Garden and Toucan Ridge (year round) in the Zoo. Note: Master Gardener Ambassadors do not work with plants. All Master Gardener Ambassadors participate in the complete Assiniboine Park Conservancy Volunteer Training and are eligible for the Volunteer Rewards and Recognition Program as well as all the other benefits of being an APC Volunteer. CLICK HERE TO APPLY.
Mandatory Information Session Dates

After submitting your application, you will have the opportunity to sign-up to attend an information session. Attending an information session is mandatory (for general program applicants - zoo camp crew volunteers and groups go through a different process), as it will provide you with more information at our program and give you a chance to talk with current volunteers about their experience.

To become an APC volunteer this year, you must be available to attend an information session on one of the following dates:

Saturday, March 9 (10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.)
Monday, March 18 (1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
Thursday, April 4 (10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.)
Saturday, April 20 (1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
Thursday, May 2 (1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
Friday, May 17 (10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.)
Friday, May 31 (1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
Thursday, June 6 (10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.)
Saturday, June 8 (1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.)