Volunteer Requirements
All swim families are required to attend certain volunteer events for the upcoming season. These events are mandatory for at least 1 adult to attend, even if you choose NO fundraising/volunteer option when registering. Please note penalties will be applied for failure to attend. These mandatory volunteer events are as follows:
Bottle Drive - Sat Oct 17, 2026 from 11am-1pm
Edson Orcas Home Swim Meet - Nov 21/22, 2026 - 1 shift per participating swimmer required
Edson Orcas Home Swim Meet - Feb 27/28, 2027 - 1 shift per participating swimmer required
(You will receive $25 volunteer credit for every shift worked at each swim meet, including the mandatory shift)
We are always looking for more parents to take the Stroke and Turn course to volunteer in this role during our home swim meets. This course is typically offered just prior to our home swim meet and takes approximately 3 hours. Stroke and Turn officials are responsible for judging the swimmers during their races and watching for any infractions (incorrect stroke technique or turn). Because this position requires more training, we offer $50 volunteer credit per shift for Stroke and Turn Officials. If you have any questions or are interested in attending the course, please contact our Official's coordinator Cecile at 780-517-3533.
Here are the volunteer opportunities for completing your fundraising commitment this season. These are subject to change with availability.
| Date | Fundraising Opportunity | Credit Earned |
|---|---|---|
| September 1, 2025 to June 1, 2026 | Pre-paid Grocery Cards Independent and Sobey’s cards, sold at face value (text Kerry at 780-907-5817 to purchase) | 3% of sales |
| September 1, 2025 to June 1, 2026 | Corporate Sponsorship Donations (email - edsonorcaswim@gmail.com) | 50% of value |
| September 11-28, 2026 | Apple and Pear Fundraiser | 18% of sales |
| October 19-30, 2026 | Harubaku Coffee | $4/bag |
| Nov/Dec 2026 | Winter Online 50/50 Raffle | 25% of ticket sales |
| November 2026 | Christmas Purdys Chocolates | 15% of sales |
| November 21/22, 2026 | Volunteering at Orcas Splash and Dash Home Swim Meet MANDATORY (one shift per swimmer required) Multiple positions required, some require online training and shadowing | $25 per shift |
| January 2027 | Kernels Popcorn | 33% |
| February 2027 | Bakery Fundraiser | TBD |
| Feb 27/28, 2027 | Volunteering at Orcas Candy Crush Home Swim Meet MANDATORY (one shift per swimmer required) Multiple positions required, some require online training and shadowing | $25 per shift |
| Feb/Mar 2027 | Spring Online 50/50 Raffle | 25% of ticket sales |
| March 2027 | Perogies and More! | TBD |
| April 2027 | Brickhouse Smokery | 15% of sales |