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Volunteer Newsletter
November 2026
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Please join the Blackfalds Ministerial Society for this year's Remembrance Day ceremony. We ask that you continue to remember by supporting the Canadian Legion and purchase a poppy. Wear it proudly over your heart to pay tribute to those who have and continue to serve to keep us free.
Nov 11 | 10:45 am
Abbey Centre | 4500 Womacks Road
Field House | Level 1
Amended Hours
The Abbey Centre will be open 10 am - 5 pm on November 11.
Level 3 will be closed during the service.
| | Volunteer Christmas Open House | |
| | Blackfalds Community Centre | Multi Purpose Room | | 12/07/26 5:00pm - 12/07/26 7:00pm US/Mountain | | 'Tis the season! Stop by for pizza, hot chocolate, door prizes & mingling. Pull out your ugliest Christmas sweater and join the fun! | | | | |
VOLUNTEER TODAY!
Join our team as a Volunteer!
To get started, please complete the Volunteer Application Form and undergo a Criminal Record Check (for volunteers 18 years and older). These steps are essential for the screening process. Additionally, volunteers are requested to reconfirm their interest in volunteering for the Town of Blackfalds every 24 months.
Download the Volunteer Application Form.
This Remembrance Day, we honour the service and sacrifice of Canada's veterans and military members, whose commitment to helping others continues to inspire service in our communities today. - Blackfalds FCSS
For further details, feel free to reach out to FCSS Volunteer Programmer, Cara Kroetsch, at 403.885.6360 or through email.
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Upcoming Town of Blackfalds
Volunteer Opportunities
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Do you have a little Halloween spirit? A lot of Halloween spirit? Perfect!
We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help bring our Monster Bash to life on October 31. Whether you're helping greet attendees, handing out treats, judge costumes, supervising inflatables or helping at the photobooth, you'll play a big role in making the event a success!!
Set up volunteers | Thursday, October 29 from 1:00-3:00PM
Event volunteer | Saturday, October 31 from 12:30-4:30PM
Blackfalds Community Centre
Volunteers are encouraged to dress up!
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Teen Night is a monthly hangout for those in Gr 7-9. Youth are invited to come spend the evening with friends, meet new people and enjoy activities like ping pong, foosball, art station, board games and much more!!!
Looking for a volunteer to help FCSS staff at Teen Night to help assist with set up, supervise activities and help with clean up.
Tuesdays: October 27, November 17 and December 5
Volunteer shifts available for each date:
Shift 1 3:30-6:00PM | Shift 2 5:00-7:30PM
Blackfalds Community Centre
| | Youth Night Out ~ November 20 | | |
’Twas the night between Halloween and Christmas... and we need your help to bring the magic to life!
We're looking for enthusiastic adult volunteers to help make this year's Youth Night Out a memorable evening filled with festive fun, holiday cheer, and a few spooky surprises. From twinkling lights to playful Halloween touches, youth will enjoy a one-of-a-kind celebration that's caught between two of the most exciting nights of the year!
Volunteers will assist with guest check-in, activity stations, snack distribution, event supervision, and clean-up. Your support helps create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where local youth can connect, have fun, and make lasting memories.
Cotton Candy making volunteers | Thursday, November 19 from 1:00-3:00PM
Setup volunteer | Thursday, November 19 from 4:30-7:00PM
Event volunteer | Friday, November 20 from 12:30-4:30PM
Location: Blackfalds Community Centre
Help us make this unique evening a little more merry, a little more spooky, and a lot more fun!
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Breakfast and Brunch with Santa ~ Nov 28 | | |
Spread holiday cheer and help create magical memories! Volunteers are needed for our Breakfast and Brunch with Santa on November 28. From greeting families and assisting with activities to supporting the photo booth and event operations, there's a role for everyone. We'd love to have you on our team!
Set up volunteers | Friday, November 27 | 1:00-3:00PM
Event volunteer | Saturday, November 28
- Shift 1: 8:30 - 10:45AM
- Shift 2: 10:30AM - 1:00PM
Blackfalds Community Centre
Volunteers are encouraged to wear a Christmas hat!
| | Snow Angel Program ~ winter months | | |
Got muscles? Got a shovel? Got a big heart?
Turn snow days into good days for someone in your community! As a Snow Angel, you'll help seniors and neighbours who need a hand clearing snow during the winter.
Why Join?
- Earn volunteer hours
- Get outside and stay active
- Help a neighbour in need
- Make a real difference right in Blackfalds
- Volunteer with friends or family
One shovel. One driveway. One happier neighbour.
Areas needing a Snow Angel:
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Canada’s blood supply is down nearly 20% since June, and donors are urgently needed!!! You can help by donating and joining the Town of Blackfalds team when you book your appointment. Every donation helps ensure patients across
Canada receive the blood they need.
| | | Skate Monitors Needed ~ September - March | | Heart of Blackfalds Society presents....The Hollow | |
But where is The Hollow?
Some secrets aren't meant to be revealed all at once…the official location will be announced soon!! Check here for more details
Until then, mark your calendars for Saturday, October 31st, and decide which experience you're brave enough to enter. And remember… if you hear the bell ring three times, it's already too late!!!
| Other Volunteer Opportunities | | Ronald McDonald House Alberta - Red Deer House | | |
Join the us on November 22 to support Ronald McDonald House Alberta - Red Deer House at the Bower Mall Charity Shopping Night!
We're looking for 30 volunteers to assist with guest welcome, mocktail service, drink tickets, desserts, and event support. Volunteers are asked to wear all black.
Interested? Sign up through VolunteerHub: https://rmhca.volunteerhub.com/
Thank you for helping build a caring and connected community through your volunteer service!
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Looking for new ways to get involved in the community? JustServe is a fantastic online platform that connects volunteers with local organizations that need support. From one‑time events to ongoing programs, it’s easy to browse opportunities that match your interests, skills, and availability.
JustServe isn’t only for volunteers—it’s also a great tool for nonprofit organizations. Local groups can create a free account and post their volunteer needs directly on the site, making it simple to reach community members who are eager to help. Whether you’re organizing an event, running a program, or looking for specialized skills, JustServe helps you connect with the right people.
If you’re searching for your next volunteer experience—or if your organization has roles to fill—JustServe is a wonderful place to start. For more information
| | Beyond Food Community Hub | | | | |
Beyond Food Community Hub operating Blackfalds Food Bank needs volunteers!
We are currently looking for morning drivers to pick up food donations. Must be able to lift 50lbs, able to drive a cargo van and have a clean drivers abstract.
Shifts are:
Monday: 8:30-11am
Tuesday-Friday: 8:30-10am
| | If you are interested in volunteering, please email or call 403.600.1768. | | |
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Canadian Red Cross is seeking volunteers for their Emergency Management program. While based in Red Deer, Volunteers in this program will respond to small-scale disasters across Central Alberta and large-scale disasters across the province, and the country. Volunteers are asked to consider that immediate deployments are unlikely and on-going training is key to being prepared to respond when and if the volunteer is available to do so. Please apply online.
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