SANQC Volunteer Program

This role includes supervision of Jasper Avenue Tower and/or Gathering Place. You will be responsible for fostering a friendly and inclusive atmosphere at 10830 Jasper Avenue or 1-114R, SCFL, encouraging students to engage in activities and interact with one another. You will oversee the space and ensure it remains tidy, safe, and conducive to relaxation and fun. You will manage the equipment such as board games, ping pong table, printed documents and ensure that all users adhere to any rules or guidelines set for the place. Our space schedule is preset, giving you the flexibility to choose time slots that fit your availability.

You will gain:

• Observation and situational awareness
• Supervision skills
• Creating inclusive and safe environments

Pre-requisite:

• Mandatory Volunteer Orientation (1.5 hours)
• Occupational Health Safety training (30 minutes)

Promo Champions plays an essential role in helping SANQC connect with the student community by actively promoting our events, activities, and services across campus. You will roam around campus, engage with students, share information and answer questions.

You will get the chance to partner up with the NOVA Mascot Team, bringing energy and enthusiasm to every interaction. Our promo champion schedule is preset, giving you the flexibility to choose time slots that fit your availability.

You will gain:

• Outreach and promotional skills
• Peer engagement and relationship building

Pre-requisite:

• Mandatory Volunteer Orientation (1.5 hours)
• SANQC “Here for You” (30 mins)

NOVA (Never Overlook the Value of Anyone) is the SANQC Mascot. If you have ever wanted a secret identity, this is the role for you! As the Mascot you will attend promotions, events and activities. NOVA’s Handler acts as NOVA’s eyes and ears to make sure they do not trip or fall and that everyone treats NOVA with respect. As the handler, you play an integral part in making sure NOVA is safe and taken care of.

There are two roles available under this team, you can choose between these two roles/or both.

1. NOVA Mascot
2. NOVA’s Handler

You will gain:

• Crowd interaction experience
• Event promotion and marketing skills
• Creativity and improvisation skills
• Safety protocols

Pre-requisite:

• Pre-screen interview
• NOVA safety training
• Occupational Health Safety (OHS) training (30 minutes)
• Practice session(s)

Campus SafeWalk is a volunteer and employee driven service. This program is dedicated to reducing the risk of physical and/or emotional harm to NorQuest students, employees, and guests during our operating hours within our service area at no cost.

Volunteering with Campus SafeWalk is an incredible opportunity to gain meaningful experience and enhance your portfolio, all while making a real difference to your campus community. With flexible shifts available daily, you can easily fit volunteering into your schedule. As part of the SafeWalk team, you will never be alone. There will always be a two-person trained team on site during operating hours.

There are two roles available under this program, you can choose between these two roles/or both:

1. SafeWalker
2. Patroller

You will gain:

• Service experience for careers in law enforcement, security, social work and emergency services
• Safety protocols and response skills
• Navigation within campus and surrounding areas
• Professional documentation and reporting skills

Pre-requisite:

• Pre-screen interview
• Mandatory safety protocol and documentation training (3 hours)

If you are truly passionate about safety, community and making a real difference. We want you on our team!

Email CampusSafeWalk@norquest.ca or visit us at 2-006, SCFL near the Learner Centre/Library for more information.