Volunteers Pumped for SailGP Halifax

Mar 20, 2024

Team Helix sailor and influencer-in-chief, Daisy Cobden, rocks her Rockwool Canada Sail GP shirt as volunteer for the June event. “I’m thrilled about the upcoming ROCKWOOL SailGP Halifax event this summer, and I’m honoured to be one of the Volunteer Co-Leads on the Sail Nova Scotia Volunteer Steering Committee!” The main event’s coming up fast, scheduled for June 1st and 2nd. But before the GP race, there’s a lineup of fantastic activities and events leading up to it!

While all boat volunteer positions have already been filled by SailGP-approved individuals, there are still numerous opportunities for local enthusiasts available for volunteering on land leading up to the events. Please register HERE to volunteer!

Mark THIS DATE in your calendars – tickets go on sale on 27 March at 10:00 am.

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