The 2024 Ontario Winter Games is coming to Thunder Bay from February 16-26 at various sporting venues across the city.

More than 700 volunteers will be required and the deadline to apply to become a volunteer is coming up on November 30.

Volunteer roles for the games will range from accreditation, security, sport and event operations, transportation, and helping at the opening ceremonies. Other volunteer examples may be in food services, assisting with the delivery of meals, running the registration area, and more.

The Games are Ontario’s largest multi-sport event, providing top young athletes from across the province with development and competitive opportunities to prepare them for national and international competition.

The Games will include various events ranging from ringette to cross-country skiing, from fencing to wrestling.

The event will feature over 2000 participants comprised of athletes, coaches, and officials, with most athletes’ ages ranging from 12 to 18 years old.

The Ontario Winter Games were first delivered in 1970 by the City of Etobicoke, and last held in Thunder Bay in 1974.

More information on applying to become a volunteer can be found here.