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Spring & Weekly Farmers Market Volunteering FORM

The Cumberland Farmers Market
​Volunteer’s Quick Reference Checklist and
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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UNLESS otherwise indicated in planning - ALL our volunteers shifts start at 1115 Dunning Road in Cumberland, ON. ​

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What is the WIFI name and code to connect?

  • Currently there is no WIFI available at the Arena.
     

An emergency came up, and I can no longer volunteer.

  • Please contact Belinda JOY as soon as possible to advise.
     

When should I arrive at the event?

  • Please arrive at 7:00 am, or 10:00 am  UNLESS specifically scheduled for an evening or other time slot. 
     

What should I do when I arrive?

  • Introduce yourself to Belinda Joy (at the Market Tent or walking around with clip board and lanyards on site)

  • Please get a lanyard and name label, and any last-minute instructions

  • Please walk around to find the washrooms to familiarize yourself with the market layout.

  • Please know where the information table is in case participants have specific questions.
     

Where are the vendors booths?

  • See and be familiar with the site map.
     

Someone is having a medical emergency. What do I do?

  • Call/contact the info booth immediately. Time is of the essence.  Belinda Joy is First Aid certified.
     

Where is the First Aid Kit? And the lost and found

  • Located at the Market Booth
     

Is there food available on site

  • Bring a snack or money for purchasing food - we do provide a small snack and water.

  • Bring water bottles to fill up on site.
     

How long are the sessions?

  • Each session is 4 hours 7:00 to 11:00 am and 10:00 am to 2 pm.
     

Will volunteer hours be signed off?

  • Yes, Belinda Joy should sign the volunteer hours completed sheet.
     

What are the duties?

  • Help with set up/tear down of the CFM booths or vendor booths  at the market

  • Helping at the Coffee Booth, cleaning, selling or serving food and coffee.

  • Assist with clean-up during the event,

  • Answer general questions from vendors and customers. Any questions you can’t answer, ask them to visit the information booth.

  • Setting up tables and chair with tents for the eating area

  • Putting-up/taking down signs, pilons and barriers

  • Yard work at the arena and surrounding locations for beautification

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