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May Day Parade – Sensory Friendly Zone Assistant

Help to make the May Day Parade accessible for all community members by promoting the Sensory Friendly section of the May Day Parade.   The end of the parade route is designated as a quieter part of the parade, where horns and sirens will be turned off, and parade viewers can typically enjoy a less crowded section for viewing.  As the Sensory Friendly Zone Assistant, you will provide information to parade viewers on what to expect in the sensory friendly zone.   When the parade reaches the area, you will hold up and animate signage to let parade vehicles know they are entering the Quiet Zone and should lower their volume for the last part of the route.

Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026

Time: 10:45am - 1:00pm

Note: Times may be subject to change.

Location: Downtown Port Coquitlam (Hawthorne Avenue)

Check in at Wilson Lounge in Port Coquitlam Community Centre at 10:45am

Skills, experience, qualifications required:

• Minimum of 16 years of age
• Comfortable greeting and speaking with members of the public
• Energetic, outgoing and values inclusiveness
• Comfortable holding a sign at chest level or above head for approximately 1.5 hours
• Able to safely lift 5 lbs
• Safety orientated
• Fluent in spoken English (fluency in a second language is an asset)

Working Conditions: The May Day Parade will run RAIN OR SHINE. Please dress appropriately for the weather. 

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@portcoquitlam.ca.