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Sponsorship Lead - Volunteer
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- English
- Communication skills
- Time management
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Grants Development Associate for Canada
Grants Office, LLC —Niagara Falls Centre, ON
This background typically brings familiarity with the funders common to those sectors: the federal granting councils (NSERC, SSHRC, and CIHR) and the Canada…
$74,750–$81,000 a year
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Grants Development Associate for Canada
Grants Office, LLC —Niagara Falls, ON
This background typically brings familiarity with the funders common to those sectors: the federal granting councils (NSERC, SSHRC, and CIHR) and the Canada…
$74,750–$81,000 a year
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Sponsorship Lead - Volunteer

Canadian Cancer Society
Peterborough, ON

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Job details

Skills

French
English
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

Role Details

As a community engagement leadership volunteer, you will be part of our committees of 10 to 15 volunteers who will work over the months to help us organize our fundraising events. Depending on the needs in your community, available roles could include committee lead, logistics, community outreach, volunteer lead, and social media.

Description

The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is a 5k or 1k walk or run. It is a volunteer-led event and the largest breast cancer fundraiser in Canada.

This year’s event will be taking place on Sunday, October 4, 2026.

As the volunteer Sponsorship Lead, you will be responsible for:

Secure food and beverage for the event through Event Supporter sponsorships.
Work with the committee to identify additional gift-in-kind sponsorship needs.
Solicit and secure local gift-in-kind and cash sponsorships.
Create and execute a Sponsorship Acquisition Plan based on event needs
Tracking and arranging the delivery of sponsorship benefits

Why we need you

Your commitment will help make a real difference for all Canadians impacted by breast cancer.

What we're looking for

You are passionate about the breast cancer cause, well-connected in your community, and enjoy event planning. The ideal candidate for this volunteer role has a positive attitude, communication and interpersonal skills, and a strong sense of self-motivation and time management.

Knowledge and/or experience in any of the role responsibilities is considered an asset.

Must be 18+ to apply. Volunteer application process will occur in English in all provinces except Quebec where it will occur in French.

CCS provides impactful volunteer opportunities to transform the lives of Canadians affected by cancer. We are devoted to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diverse experiences and skills, encouraging all qualified candidates to volunteer with us.

CCS is dedicated to equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. In accordance with the local provincial Accessibility Act, accommodation will be provided as requested throughout the recruitment process. We want to make the application process a great experience for you!

Please note that in keeping with the mandate of CCS to model and promote healthy lifestyles, employees and volunteers are not permitted to smoke in or around CCS premises or while carrying out CCS business.

Our Investment

JOIN US and be part of the larger Run community and have the opportunity to learn and mentor as you engage with CCS staff and volunteers.

Your commitment

This is a 6-month commitment (May through October).
Attending local committee meetings (generally bi-weekly to monthly).
Independent role work/responsibilities (approx. 6-8 hours per month).
Must be available over the event weekend (October 3 & October 4)

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