Volunteer with WPEFC at the Banff Mountain Film & Book Festival!
Volunteer with WPEFC at the Banff Mountain Film & Book Festival!
November 6–8, 2026 | Banff, Alberta
The Whitebark Pine Ecosystem Foundation of Canada (WPEFC) is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join us at the Banff Mountain Film & Book Festival!
We’ll be hosting an outreach and merchandise table throughout the festival, connecting with outdoor enthusiasts, sharing the importance of whitebark and limber pine conservation, and raising awareness about our restoration work across Canada.
This is a great opportunity to support five-needle pine conservation, meet like-minded people, and be part of an exciting mountain community event!
Volunteer Opportunities
Location: Kinnear Centre, 2nd Floor, 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff, AB
Volunteers will help with:
- Engaging with festival attendees and sharing information about whitebark and limber pine conservation.
- Promoting WPEFC’s conservation initiatives and membership opportunities.
- Assisting with merchandise sales.
- Supporting booth setup, organization, and teardown.
No previous experience is required! We’re looking for friendly, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy connecting with people. WPEFC will provide the information and guidance needed to feel confident during your shift.
Available Volunteer Shifts
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Friday, November 6 | 2:30–7:00 pm |
| Saturday, November 7 | 10:00 am–2:30 pm |
| Saturday, November 7 | 2:30–7:00 pm |
| Sunday, November 8 | 10:00 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday, November 8 | 1:30–5:30 pm |
Volunteers are welcome to sign up for one or multiple shifts! Early shift on Friday also available.
Friday’s shift includes booth setup ahead of the 4:00 pm opening. Sunday’s final shift includes assistance with packing up the booth.
We ask volunteers to arrive approximately 10–15 minutes before their scheduled shift, where possible, to allow for a smooth transition.
Volunteer Appreciation
As a thank-you for supporting WPEFC, volunteers will be offered their choice of:
- A complimentary one-year WPEFC membership, or
- A free WPEFC merchandise item, subject to availability.
Limited shared accommodation in Banff may also be available for volunteers travelling to the festival. Accommodation includes four hostel-style beds with a private ensuite and must be arranged in advance.
Volunteers should bring their own meals, snacks, and beverages during their shifts.
Interested in Volunteering?
We’d love to have you join us!
To sign up, please email jodie@whitebarkpine.ca with the following information:
- Your name and contact information.
- Your preferred volunteer shift(s).
- Whether you require accommodation in Banff.
- Whether you are currently a WPEFC member.
Jodie Krakowski will be our on-site event lead and will coordinate volunteer scheduling and event logistics.
Thank you for helping us share the importance of whitebark and limber pine conservation with the mountain community. We look forward to seeing you in Banff!
Together, we can help protect and restore Canada’s endangered five-needle pines.