Why volunteer at the Southside Shuffle? 

​​​Commit to a minimum of one shift during the festival week and receive:

FREE access for the whole weekend.

FREE meals during your shifts.

EXCLUSIVE invitation to our after party.

HIGH SCHOOL students earn volunteer hours.

GIVING BACK to the community and being part of one of Ontario’s best run festivals.

BUT MOST OF ALL…HAVING A TON OF FUN WHILE MEETING NEW PEOPLE AND LISTENING TO GREAT LIVE MUSIC!

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Some of our opportunities include:

• Selling drink tickets

• Assisting the bands

• Directing foot traffic
• Park set-up and tear down

• Conducting surveys 
• Canada Day parade Support

• Greeting patrons at the entrance and many more ways to help throughout the year!

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Next steps to becoming a new volunteer with us:​​

1. Review our volunteer handbook (Link here)

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2. Sign up on BetterImpact. If using a DESKTOP COMPLETE FORM HERE. If you are on mobile, for better results downloading the Better Impact app first from APPLE STORE or GOOGLE PLAY is highly recommended.

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3. Creating an account is just the first step! You'll receive instructions on how to sign up for shifts once your application has been approved. We typically contact you in May to sign up for shifts.
 

4. Still have questions? Feel free to reach out to our volunteer team at

sssvolunteers@hotmail.com - we're happy to help!​

⭐️ All returning volunteers please GO HERE to update your info. You do not need to create a new account. If you lost your username or password, the page will provide instructions to reset it. We will contact you in May to sign up for shifts. 

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Volunteer Testimonials 

What our volunteers have to say about being part of our team:

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Volunteering at the Southside Shuffle was an absolute blast – like a three day dance party with a side of responsibility. The music was amazing, the people were even better and the whole thing felt like being part of one big happy, blues-loving family.
I laughed a lot, walked a ton and smiled even more. Looking forward to doing it again” - Trish DesRoche

 

“Volunteering at the Southside Shuffle is an amazing experience! I have met so many incredible people, made lifelong friendships, and feel like I am truly contributing to something special." - Donna Lloyd

 

“Who would have thought that, since 2013, I’d still be volunteering at the Southside Shuffle? It’s been an honour every year, and I’ve met many extraordinary people. I always look forward to that first meeting in August to see everyone again, and then the Volunteer appreciation event after the Shuffle". - Judi Lloyd

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“The Shuffle allows me to give back to the community I call home, experience firsthand the music that I love so much, and have the chance to work alongside so many unique and diverse people that I now call my friends." Randy Freer

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“ Volunteering at the Southside Shuffle allows me to combine my passion for music with my desire to help all the wonderful organizers who work hard all year to make it happen. It’s a joy to contribute to an event that brings people together year after year to celebrate music while having so much fun too!” Denise Haggart

 

“Volunteering with the Southside Shuffle each year fills my heart with joy as I witness the community and neighbourhood coming together through music and art. Being part of their volunteer team is a privilege, I believe; helping out to create unforgettable experiences for all who attend is fulfilling.” Hazem Zienelabdeen

 

“I have been volunteering for over 40 years and love it!! One of the many events I volunteer at is the Southside Shuffle! – Bev Covert​