Volunteers Needed!

Volunteer Opportunities

West Ottawa Ringette Association is looking for volunteers to support our players, coaches, and families throughout the season. If you’re organized, enthusiastic, and want to make a difference in a positive community environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Coaching Coordinator

Support coach development and help create a strong season for our teams.

• • Assist with coach interviews, as needed
  • Oversee the Junior Coach application process and team assignments
  • Lead coaches’ meetings at the start of the season and as needed throughout the year
  • Track coaching qualifications, including Junior Coaches, and report any gaps to the Director
  • Share Ringette Ontario training updates with coaches
  • Support and guide new coaches

FUN1 Off-Ice Coordinator

Help make our FUN1 program organized, welcoming, and fun for players and families. Support the sort-out process for FUN1 Junior and Senior teams

• • Recruit team volunteers, including coaches, on-ice volunteers, managers, and trainers
  • Share practice ideas and fun session plans with coaches
  • Coordinate WORA player support during the 8:00 and 9:00 a.m. sessions
  • Help organize team events such as the Holiday Party and FUNfest
  • Follow up with coaches to identify support needs

Goalie Development Coordinator

Support goalie development across the association.

• • Create goalie schedules for different levels
  • Work with the goalie instructor and assist on ice when needed
  • Arrange shooter schedules for goalie clinics
  • Support coaches with goalie engagement and development plans
  • Organize the Come Try Goalie session at the start of the season

Player Advisor

Support players and families and help ensure a positive ringette experience.

• • Help families navigate association policies and conflict resolution
  • Support concerns that are not resolved at the team level
  • Provide input on policies that affect players
  • Participate in coach selection interviews, with a focus on player development, communication, teamwork, and conflict resolution
  • Meet with teams in October and November, including player and parent meetings for FUN3 and U12

Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Help promote WORA programs, events, and team success stories.

• • Create eye-catching promotional materials for campaigns and events
  • Work with the Social Media Coordinator to keep messaging consistent
  • Collaborate with the Webmaster to keep website content current
  • Write newsletter-style updates for members
  • Previous marketing experience is an asset

Manager Coordinator

Support team managers and help keep season operations organized.

• • Track manager and volunteer qualifications and record checks
  • Monitor pre- and post-season budget completion
  • Maintain the manager contact list
  • Support communication with managers and respond to questions
  • Assist with season setup, including game sheets, goalie ribbons, and policy updates

Social Media Coordinator

Help build excitement and engagement for WORA online.

• • Manage WORA social media accounts
  • Create and post content for programs, events, and association updates
  • Maintain the social media calendar 
  • Work with teams to collect photos, stories, and content to share

Join Our Volunteer Community

Our volunteers are at the heart of a great ringette experience.

By getting involved, you’ll support our players, connect with other families, and help make the season run smoothly.

No experience is needed for most roles, and you’ll have ongoing support from either prior volunteers or other community members.

We’re also looking for help in areas such as events, administration, and on-ice support, there’s a role for everyone.

To submit your interest, please complete the Volunteer form Or email executive@westottawaringette.com to learn more.