Community Engagement Run Director - CIBC Run for the Cure

We are looking for a volunteer Community Engagement Run Director for the Durham Region CIBC Run for the Cure. This is a volunteer role that will mostly be conducted from home, but applicants are expected to attend occasional in-person events and meetings in Durham Region.

The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is a 5k or 1k walk or run. It is a volunteer-led event and the largest breast cancer fundraiser in Canada.

This year’s event will be taking place on Sunday, October 4, 2026.

As the volunteer Run Director, Community Engagement, you will be responsible for:

• Providing training, leadership and guidance to your team of Community Engagement volunteers (4-6 people, depending on site size).

• Supporting the Community Engagement Leads in developing local engagement strategies.

• Ensuring all important Community Engagement tasks are completed as per the timeline outlined in the critical path.

• Working to ensure your event meets local revenue and participant targets.

• Leading virtual and in person committee meetings with your fellow Run Director, Logistics. (generally bi-weekly to monthly).

• Meeting regularly with your CCS staff partner and Run Director, Logistics.

• Reviewing the CIBC Run for the Cure Minimum Standards and ensuring all committee initiatives abide by CCS best practices.

• Supporting the interviewing and onboarding of new Community Engagement volunteers.

Your commitment

• This is an 8-month commitment annually (April through November).

• We encourage a 2-year commitment as a volunteer Run Director as this is a substantial leadership role on the committee.

• Supporting committee volunteers with their role work/responsibilities (approx. 10+ hours per month).

• Must be available over the event weekend (October 3 & October 4).

What were looking for

You are passionate about the breast cancer cause, well-connected in your community, and enjoy event planning. The ideal candidate for this volunteer role has a positive attitude, communication and interpersonal skills, and a strong sense of self-motivation, time management, and experience leading others.

Knowledge and/or experience in any of the role responsibilities is considered an asset.

Must be 18+ to apply. Volunteer application process will occur in English in all provinces except Quebec where it will occur in French.

CCS provides impactful volunteer opportunities to transform the lives of Canadians affected by cancer. We are devoted to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diverse experiences and skills, encouraging all qualified candidates to volunteer with us.

CCS is dedicated to equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. In accordance with the local provincial Accessibility Act, accommodation will be provided as requested throughout the recruitment process. We want to make the application process a great experience for you!

Please note that in keeping with the mandate of CCS to model and promote healthy lifestyles, employees and volunteers are not permitted to smoke in or around CCS premises or while carrying out CCS business.