Join our volunteer team at Zoo Lights!
Zoo Lights runs from December 1 – January 8 and volunteers help visitors have a spectacular experience every single night.
Positions include: Fire Pit Attendants, Visitor Services Concierge, and Event Ambassador.
Zoo Lights volunteers enjoy great benefits, join a supportive and welcoming team, and enjoy the magic of the event.
VOLUNTEER BENEFITS
Volunteers are asked to commit to a minimum of two shifts. Shifts vary between 3 – 5 hours based on availability.
Every shift you will receive coffee, hot chocolate, water, and pre-packaged snacks.
- After one shift, you will receive a toque courtesy of Trans Canada Brewing Co. and a Zoo Lights sling bag.
- After two shifts, you will receive a Zoo Lights blanket or an exclusive Zoo Lights gift.
- After 5 shifts, you will receive six adult Zoo tickets.
- After 10 shifts, you will receive an Assiniboine Park Conservancy gift card.
- After 15 shifts, you will receive a one-year Zoo membership.
Learn more about volunteering and apply: Click Here
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