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2024/03/08: Try a Bike Day #1 (Low Support Bikes)

You Can Ride 2 (YCR2) is hosting a Try a Bike Day event on Friday March 8, 2024, and we would really appreciate your help with volunteering to make the event run smoothly! Early shifts will run from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Late shifts will run from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM. There is a lunch break in between shifts, and orientation for all positions will be provided (Setup shifts are different; please see below). Note: Families who volunteer for this event will have their $75 Rental Fee refunded after completing of a 4-hour shift. You can have someone volunteer on your behalf! When you sign in, indicate which child you are volunteering on behalf of. Location: The Goodwill Impact Center, 11415-168 St NW Edmonton. Masks are required for all adults during the early shift. Masking is optional in the late shift. We will supply hand sanitizer. Please contact info@youcanride2.ca if you have any symptoms. There are additional shifts available on Saturday March 9, and Sunday March 10, if you are available. As always, we at You Can Ride 2 (and the families) really appreciate your help and we look forward to seeing you soon!

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Openings: 2 out of 3
Urgently Needed

Thurs March 7 - Setup (Day Before)

(Day before the event) Help set up the bikes, tables, power cords, paperwork, and signage the night before the event. Must be able to lift tables and chairs, sweep, and perform other physical tasks. You will be credited for a full 4-hour shift even though setting up is a 3-hour shift.
March 7, 2024 5:00 PM (4 hour shift)
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Openings: 2 out of 2

Fri March 8 - Greeter (PM Shift)

Greeters help welcome families and explain the bike trial process, and may perform other tasks as needed. Orientation will be provided.
March 8, 2024 2:30 PM (4.5 hour shift)
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Openings: 1 out of 4
Urgently Needed

Fri March 8 - Therapist, Bike Trials (PM Shift)

Therapists help children be fit to their assigned bike and ensure it is safe and fun to ride. Children are eligible for specific bikes based on their functional skills and level of mobility. Training will be provided. It is recommended that Therapists review the documents prior to the Fitting day and contact janine@youcanride2.ca with any questions. These documents will be attached to your confirmation email.
March 17, 2023 2:30 PM (4.5 hour shift)
Openings: 0 out of 3

Fri March 8 - Student Bike Fitter / Float (PM Shift)

Assist therapists with bike fittings.
March 8, 2024 2:30 PM (4.5 hour shift)
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Openings: 3 out of 3
Urgently Needed

Fri March 8 - Mechanic (PM Shift)

Mechanics work with therapists to help fit bikes to kids (e.g., adjusting seats and handlebars, changing pedals). Experience working on bikes is required for this role.
March 8, 2024 2:30 PM (4.5 hour shift)
Openings: 0 out of 1

Fri March 8 - Photographer (PM Shift)

Take pictures and short videos for subsequent social media posts. Must have your own camera and be able to take great photos!
March 8, 2024 2:30 PM (4.5 hour shift)