Why volunteers matter

Skating in PEI runs on community power. Volunteers and officials make events — from Section competitions to local club shows — safe, fair, and fun. When you help, you:

• Support Island skaters of all ages, from beginners to competitors
• Learn new skills and gain experience you can use anywhere
• Meet great people and be part of the skating community
• Students: earn community service hours and build your resume

We welcome youth (15+), parents, alumni, and community members. Accessible roles are available — if you need an accommodation, just let us know on the form.

Your time helps keep skating strong in every rink on PEI — together, we make it happen.

 

Roles you can try

Pick one or more. We’ll match your interest and schedule.

Officials & Tech Team (training provided)

• Judge/Official (development pathway) — Learn how programs are evaluated and help ensure fair results. Long‑term pathway with courses and mentoring.

• Technical Official (TS/TC) — Identify elements and calls during programs using Skate Canada rules. Great for detail‑oriented people.

• Data Specialist — Build start orders, enter scores, and run the results software. Good for people who like computers and accuracy.

Note: Officials roles may require specific Skate Canada training and, for some events, a criminal record check. We’ll guide you step by step and cover fees where we can.

 

Event Operations (no experience needed)

• Registration Desk — Welcome athletes and coaches; hand out badges and info.

• Ice Captain / Runners — Keep events on time; guide skaters to the ice.

• Announcer / Music Operator — Read intros and play music (training provided).

• Live Stream Crew — Camera operator or stream operator (we’ll train on our setup).

• Awards & Hospitality — Prepare medals, help with volunteers and officials’ lounge.

• Set‑up / Tear‑down — Help with signs, tables, cables and tidy up after.

Time commitment is flexible. Shifts are usually 2–4 hours. Choose mornings, afternoons, evenings, or specific days.

 

Training & support

We keep it simple. Most roles have a short orientation on site. For officials, we offer:

• Local workshops and mentoring

• Links to Skate Canada eLearning (free/low cost)

• Practice opportunities at Section events

Safe & Respectful Sport

All volunteers agree to behave respectfully and support a safe environment. Please review:

• Code of Ethics

• Privacy Code

• Electronic Communication Standards of Conduct

• Concussion Policy & Protocol

• Misconduct Reporting & Resolution Policy

• Misconduct Reporting & Resolution Procedure

(We use plain‑language summaries in training. Full policies are linked above.)

 

Ready to help?

1. Complete the sign‑up form (5–7 minutes).

2. We’ll contact you to confirm shifts or next steps.

3. Youth under 18: have a parent/guardian give consent on the form.

Sign up now → https://forms.office.com/r/GzpmY1mbgB