(Frequently Asked Questions)
How do I apply to volunteer?What is the time commitment to be a volunteer?Is there a deadline date for applying?Are employers giving employees time off to volunteer for the Games?Can youth volunteer with the Halifax 2011 Canada Games?What does the volunteer cycle look like?I signed up to be a planning volunteer but was not contacted. Do I need to go through the application process again?I’m currently a pre-Games or Sport volunteer. Do I need to re-apply for a Games-time role?I live in another province. Can I apply to volunteer for the Halifax 2011 Canada Games?Why are you asking for Date of Birth on the volunteer application form?Why are you asking applicants to indicate their gender?Why are you asking applicants to submit a photo?
I do not have a photo to upload- what should I do?I am having trouble uploading a photo - what should I do?How many volunteers will be needed?Do you need bilingual volunteers?How will applicants be screened?What if I have already completed a Criminal Records Check for my employment or for previous volunteer work?
I’m a youth volunteer - do I complete the Criminal Records Check process?How do I submit my Criminal Record Check and Parental Consent form?I cannot open the Criminal Record Check or Parental Consent form - how do I get a copy of it?Will I need to pay for my volunteer uniform?I have completed the registration form, but have not received any e-mails. Is there a problem?
I’m having technical difficulty with the application process or the volunteer website, what do I do?How do I login to my profile?Are alternate formats of the application form available?How do I know if my application has been received?Will my personal information be stored securely?What happens if I forget my user name or password?What browsers are supported in order to complete the application process?The Login button at the top of the page, and the menu expand buttons on the left aren’t working. Is there a problem?How will I find out about the latest news and developments?Will I be fed during my volunteer shift?How many volunteers do you have already?How do I get someone from the Halifax 2011 Host Society to come speak to a group about volunteering for the Games?