Manitoba Indigenous Summer Games

About the role

The Manitoba Indigenous Summer Games, hosted by the Manitoba Aboriginal Sports and Recreation Council in partnership with Sagkeeng Anicinabe Nation, is seeking volunteers to assist with overall Games operations in various roles. The event will take place from August 16 - 22, 2026, in Sagkeeng Anicinabe Nation, on Treaty 1 Territory.

Responsibilities

• Registration/Venue Hosts
• Food Services
• Cultural/Elder Services
• Security/Access Control
• Medical/First Aid
• Special Events/Entertainment
• Opening/Closing Ceremonies & Medals
• Technology
• Signage
• Transportation
• Accommodations
• Merchandise Sales
• Marketing & Communications
• Sport and venue volunteers for sports including Archery, Basketball, Athletics, Ball Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, and a Results Centre

Requirements

• Organization and communication skills
• Some positions may require lifting or standing for long periods
• Food preparation/cooking skills
• Interpersonal/conflict resolution skills
• Ability to handle financial transactions
• Attention to detail
• Computer skills (for Results centre)
• Social Media, writing, photography, and videography skills

Skills Gained/Related Careers

• Special Event coordination
• Event set-up
• Leadership and supervisory skills
• Culinary arts: Food preparation/cooking
• Retail: merchandise sales, raffles
• IT: inputting of results, website design, social media
• Communications: Writing, photography, videography
• Hospitality: accommodations, receptions
• Medical: athletic therapy, clinic, first aid

Details

This opportunity is available to candidates of all ages (13-15, 16-17, 18-30, 31-54, 55+) and is flexible, with various shifts available from August 16 - 22, 2026. The organization will provide a letter of reference and supervision. The location of the volunteer opportunity includes Eastman, Lac du Bonnet, Pine Falls, and Wanipigow.