Volunteer opportunities
near Vancouver and Victoria BC change

You'll transport and support race officials, monitor the course for incidents, respond to capsizes or equipment failures, and ensure the safety of competitors on open water. >You may also assist with course buoy placement and retrieval.

Must hold a PCOC. Must be experienced and confident operating a powered vessel in open-water and potentially rough conditions. >Arrive at the designated time for the pre-race boat drivers briefing and Check in with the Volunteer Coordinator on arrival >Bring weather-appropriate clothing, wet weather gear, and shoes with non-slip soles.

A personal flotation device (PFD) must be worn at all times while on the water and will be provided if you don't have your own. >No mobile phone use while driving. You are the first line of response if a crew capsizes or a rower is in distress — stay alert at all times. >Maintain safe distances from racing boats unless directed otherwise by your assigned official. >Be aware of other water users including commercial traffic, recreational vessels, and other regatta boats. >Know the regatta's emergency action plan and communication channels (radio frequency/channel) before you launch. >Never position your boat between a breaking wave and a rowing shell. Kill your engine when approaching a rower in the water. >Report any mechanical issues with your vessel to the Safety Officer immediately — do not continue operating an unsafe boat.