Volunteer at the 2025 Nova Scotia 55+ Games!

The 55+ Games will be taking place at various venues across Lunenburg County in September 2025! This exciting event offers a unique opportunity to support athletes, strengthen community connections, and play a key role in ensuring its success.

Volunteer Roles

There’s a place for everyone at the 2025 Nova Scotia 55+ Games!
With a wide variety of roles available, you can choose how you’d like to get involved based on your interests, skills, and availability.

Whether you prefer being in the heart of the action at a sporting venue, supporting logistics behind the scenes, or helping participants feel welcome, we’ve got a role for you. Every volunteer plays a vital part in making the Games a success — and we’re so glad to have you on board!

  • Assist with participant kit pick-up and check-in
  • Help sell official merchandise
  • Provide basic information and answer questions from participants and guests
  • Greet participants and assist with check-ins at each sport venue
  • Help activity coordinators manage the sport or event
  • Record and submit results to the Games central team
  • Assist with clean-up and resetting areas between sessions
  • Assist with event setup and takedown
  • Help with stage management
  • Coordinate VIPs and guests at Opening/Closing Ceremonies
  • Help manage logistics and guest flow at social events
  • Monitor central info desk and assist with participant or volunteer inquiries
  • Float between venues to offer logistical support or fill gaps
  • Assist with signage installation updates, lost & found, and info board postings
  • Stock water, snacks, and supplies at venues for participants
  • Ensure volunteers also have access to refreshments
  • Monitor comfort areas or lounge zones at venues
  • Assist in transporting supplies between venues
  • Support participants with mobility challenges by coordinating rides (where needed)
  • Work with logistics team on efficient delivery of resources
  • Capture photos and short videos at venues and social events
  • Post real-time updates and highlights to social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
  • Work with the central communications lead to share urgent updates (delays, weather, etc.)
  • Post news and results to website
  • Provide first aid coverage at sport venues and social sites
  • Be on call for minor injuries or concerns (certification required)
  • Help monitor safety protocols and report any concerns

What You’ll Receive

Volunteering with the 2025 Nova Scotia 55+ Games is not only a chance to be part of an exciting, province-wide celebration of active living — it’s also a rewarding and fun way to give back to your community.

As a valued member of our volunteer team, you’ll receive:

  • An official volunteer T-shirt to wear proudly during the Games
  • A personalized accreditation badge for easy access to venues
  • An invitation to a special Volunteer Appreciation Event to celebrate your contributions
  • Snacks and refreshments provided during your scheduled shifts

Whether you’re helping at a venue, supporting logistics, or welcoming participants, you’ll be playing a vital role in making the Games a memorable experience for everyone involved.

How to Get Involved

Ready to join the team? Here’s how you can become part of the volunteer crew bringing the 2025 Nova Scotia 55+ Games to life:

  1. Sign Up Online
    Please complete the Volunteer Interest Form so we have your information on file. In the near future, we will provide you with information to create an account on our volunteer portal, where you will be able to sign up for specific shifts..
  2. Shift Commitment
    Shifts will be approximately 4 hours long, and we hope each volunteer can commit to at least two shifts over the course of the event. Every role is important, and even a few hours of your time will make a big difference!
  3. Scheduling Your Shifts
    Very soon, you’ll be able to create a volunteer account and select your preferred shifts. In the meantime, completing the volunteer survey ensures you’re on our list and helps us plan ahead.
  4. Attend the Volunteer Orientation Meeting
    You’ll be invited to a Volunteer Orientation Meeting in early September, where you’ll receive key information, meet the team, and get a preview of what to expect. This is also when you’ll receive your Volunteer Kit.
  5. Make an Impact & Have Fun!
    Volunteering at the 55+ Games is a rewarding way to give back, meet great people, and be part of a vibrant, province-wide celebration of community and active living. We can’t wait to have you on the team!
Volunteer Interest Form

Did you miss our Volunteer Kick-Off Meeting? Download the presentation to learn more.