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Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to get involved in your community while also enjoying great music and making new friends? Look no further than the Winnipeg Folk Festival! The festival is now accepting applications for volunteers for their 2023 event.

As the organizers of the festival explain, volunteers are the heart of the Winnipeg Folk Festival. Without the dedication and hard work of volunteers, the festival would not be possible. If you are passionate about music, community, and making a difference, volunteering at the Winnipeg Folk Festival is the perfect opportunity for you.

One of the great things about volunteering with the Winnipeg Folk Festival is the benefits package that volunteers receive. This includes:

  • A four-day Winnipeg Folk Fest pass with backstage access (*exceptions apply)
  • A chance to be part of a volunteer community and make new friends.
  • Delicious, complimentary meals backstage during the Festival.
  • A specially designed crew T-shirt.
  • Free bus transportation between downtown Winnipeg and the Folk Fest site.
  • Free vehicle access to Birds Hill Provincial Park.
  • Great work experience.
  • The opportunity to be part of creating a magical experience for over 70,000 people!

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In addition to the benefits package, the Winnipeg Folk Festival is committed to providing volunteers with appropriate and safe responsibilities, applicable orientation and training, effective leadership, fair evaluation, and meaningful recognition. Volunteers are valued for their time, skills, and dedication, and the festival is dedicated to providing a positive experience for all who volunteer.

If you are interested in volunteering with the Winnipeg Folk Festival, the application process is simple. All you need to do is visit their website and fill out the online application. Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older and be available to volunteer for a minimum of 16 hours over the course of the festival.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to get involved in your community, enjoy great music, and make new friends. Apply to volunteer at the Winnipeg Folk Festival today!