Volunteer at the BHC
Be the reason someone's race day is perfect. Oakville's biggest inaugural Father's Day event needs you.
June 21, 2026 · Bronte Harbour Park, Oakville
90+
Volunteers Needed
800+
Runners to Support
2,500+
Festival Attendees
Jun 21
Father's Day 2026
The Bronte Runners Make This Race
The Bronte Harbour Classic was built by and for the Oakville running community. Our 700+ member Bronte Runners club is the backbone of this event — and every volunteer is what turns a race into a community moment. Without you, there are no medals handed out, no cheers at the finish line, no kids zone buzzing with energy. You make this happen.
"Every great race is built by the people behind the scenes. Our volunteers aren't supporting the event — they ARE the event. We can't wait to share this day with our community."
Race Ambassador.
This Could Be Your Moment.
Bronte Harbour Classic is Oakville's most exciting new event of 2026 — and we're looking for people who want to be part of the story before it's told. Help us spread the word and you'll have front-row access to everything that makes this event unforgettable.
Mercedes-Benz on Location
Our title sponsor brings the cars. Picture yourself in front of a Mercedes at race day — that's content that performs.
Stunning Medals & Swag
Custom medals, cool swag, and a finish line packed with emotion. The kind of visuals people actually stop scrolling for.
Bronte Harbour Backdrop
800 runners, a waterfront park, Father's Day energy. There's no shortage of moments worth capturing.
Exclusive Volunteer T-Shirt
BHC volunteer shirt — wear it with pride long after race day
Public Recognition
Thank-you shoutout on social media and from the stage at the event
Community Impact
Every volunteer hour helps raise funds for the Oakville Dads Community Fund
Easy content hooks — use these right now
- →Registration is open and prices are still at the lowest rate of the year — a genuinely easy sell
- →$4,000 in cash prizes up for grabs — that's a headline
- →Mercedes-Benz Oakville is the title sponsor — luxury cars at a running race
- →ON Running shoe prizes for top finishers — real gear, real value
- →Father's Day on the Oakville waterfront — 800 runners, families, live festival atmosphere
If you're building your presence as a creator or influencer — or you just want to do something that actually matters in your city — this is your opening. Post a video from your room. Share on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook. Tell your school. Hit the local businesses. Every person you bring to the starting line is a win you can point to.
Not sure where to start? Reach out and we'll guide you — where to go, what to say, what to film. You bring the energy. We'll back you up.
More ambassador opportunities will be announced — check back soon.
Pre-Event Roles
These positions start before race day — get involved early and be part of building something great.
Community Ambassador
Spread the word before race day — post on social, visit local businesses, and get Oakville talking about the BHC. Perfect if you love connecting with your community.
Kit Pick-Up Crew
Help runners collect their race bib and shirt at two pick-up locations in the days before the race. Friendly, organized, and the first look at all the race swag.
Swag Bag Packing
Join us the week before race day to assemble swag bags for 800 participants. Social, fun, and a great team activity.
Shirt & Medal Prep
Sort, count, and organize participant shirts by size and medals by category before race day. Detail-oriented folks, this one's for you.
Race Day Roles
June 21 — on the ground, making every runner's day unforgettable.
Water Station
Hand out water and hydration to runners along the course. You'll be their best friend at km 2.
Course Marshal
Direct runners along the route and ensure safety at intersections. Keep the energy high.
Finish Line
Manage the finish chute, hand out medals, and cheer every single runner across the line.
Kids Zone
Run games, activities, and fun for kids aged 2–12 at the festival. The best shift of the day.
Setup Crew
Help set up tents, signage, barricades, and course markers before the event. Early birds welcome.
Registration
Check in runners, distribute bibs and swag bags. You're the first face every participant sees.
Cleanup Crew
Break down equipment, collect signage, and leave Bronte Harbour Park spotless after a great day.
When Do You Volunteer?
Opportunities start weeks before race day. Pick what works for you — or join us for all of it.
Before Race Day
Community Outreach
Starts now · Apr – Jun
Social media posts, local business visits, community engagement in Oakville
Kit Pick-Up
TBD · 2 locations
Race kit distribution at Mercedes-Benz Oakville and a second TBD location
Pre-Event Prep
Week before race day
Swag bag assembly, shirt sorting by size, medal organization
Race Day — June 21
Early Setup
5:30 – 7:30 AM
Course setup, tent assembly, signage placement
Race Support
7:30 – 9:30 AM
Registration, water stations, course marshals, finish line
Festival
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Kids zone, vendor area support, general assistance
Cleanup
3:00 – 5:00 PM
Takedown, cleanup, equipment return
Sign Up to Volunteer
Fill out the form below and we will follow up with shift details and everything you need to know for race day.
Questions? Email greg@tapegeeks.com or call 905-334-9282.
You're In!
Thank you for signing up to volunteer at the Bronte Harbour Classic. We will be in touch with shift assignments and everything you need for race day.
Questions? Email greg@tapegeeks.com