Volunteer
Tour de Guelph relies on over 130 volunteers for its success. You make Tour de Guelph possible by volunteering your time and energy to help.
Registration to Volunteer
Thank you for volunteering for Tour de Guelph! This year, we’re looking to fill 150 positions, and your participation is what makes this a premier community event.
Here’s what to expect:
Once you’ve signed up for your role, watch your inbox for your official volunteer registration confirmation. As the event approaches, you’ll receive a follow-up email with everything you need to know — your tasks, arrival time, check-in location, parking details, T-shirt return info, your team lead, and more.
We’ll also be hosting a virtual orientation the week before the event where you will get all of the details and be able to ask any questions before the big day.
Interested in more than one shift? Go for it! Just make sure the times don’t overlap.
As a thank-you for your time, every volunteer receives:
- An official T-shirt to wear on the day (returned after your shift)
- A Harvey’s lunch ticket redeemable once your shift is complete
We’re so grateful to have you on the team — see you out there!
BREAKFAST ASSISTANT
Fuel Station Crew
Direct riders to breakfast and distribute snacks, check for wrist bands.
CHEERLEADERS
Cheering the Champions
Cheer on cyclists as they cross the finish
line – bring the energy!
EVENT SET-UP
Build the Infrastructure
On either Saturday afternoon or Sunday morning, help set up various tents, venue signage and generally get the staging area ready for the event.
FAMILY FUN ZONE
Kid Zone Fun!
Help engage children with crafts, face painting, temporary tattoos, and freezies, creating a playful and welcoming space for young participants and families.
GREETERS
Welcome & Wayfinding
Greet arrivals, direct cyclists and volunteers to registration, food, and bathrooms, and remind riders to remove cleats indoors.
MULTI-SURFACE MARSHALS
Guide the Ride
Course marshals guide cyclists through multi-surface routes (trails and roads).
This role involves mostly standing-bring a chair for breaks and weather gear as needed.
REGISTRATION
Rider Registration
Greet and check in riders, process registrations, hand out wristbands, and direct participants to donation and prize stations. A fun, fast-paced role for friendly, organized volunteers!
POSITIONS FILLED
SIGNAGE
Route Sign Setup & Takedown
Install route signs on Saturday and remove them Monday – attach to trees or posts using stakes.
STUDENT VOLUNTEERING
High School, High Impact
Join our volunteer team to help with rest stops, signs, breakfast, cheering at the finish line, kids’ activities, or event setup-perfect for students looking to earn hours and be part of something awesome!
VOLUNTEER CHECK-IN
Launch Team
Volunteer Check-In team members greet volunteers, distribute t-shirts, provide directions, and answer questions to ensure a smooth and friendly start to their day.
POSITIONS FILLED
MARSHALS
Guide the Ride
Course marshals guide cyclists through intersections (not vehicles).
This role involves mostly standing. Bring a chair for breaks and weather gear as needed.
REST STATIONS
Rest Stop Support & Hospitality
Rest station volunteers provide refreshments, support, report issues, and help keep things fun—costumes and enthusiasm encouraged.
The 2026 route construction effects rest stop locations. We will open specific location registration once confirmed.