SHCA CASINO FUNDRAISER · AUG 9–10, 2026 · COWBOYS CASINO, 38 volunteer spots, the single largest source of SHCA's annual funding. Sign up below →

Casino 2026

The two days that fund the entire year

Dates Aug 9–10, 2026Sun + Mon
Location Cowboys Casino421 12 Ave SE, Calgary
Shifts needed 36 totalAcross 2 days, 4 roles
Who can volunteer 18+AGLC requirement

Every two years, Alberta Gaming & Liquor (AGLC) allocates a charitable casino shift to registered non-profits. SHCA's turn is August 9 and 10, 2026 at Cowboys Casino. Proceeds from our two-day shift become the majority of SHCA's operating budget for the next two years, Neighbour Day, Cleanup, programs, rink maintenance, this website, all of it. We need 38 volunteers to fill the roster across both days.

Volunteer shifts

Two casino days, three shift types: Day (11 AM – 7:30 PM), Night (7 PM – 3:30 AM), and Count Room (7 PM – ~3:30 AM). Training + meals provided on-site.

Click any open slot below to claim it.

Live roster /38 on the shortlist

Updates live as neighbours sign up.

Sunday · August 9, 2026

Day Shift

11:00 AM – 7:30 PM

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Night Shift

7:00 PM – close (~3:30 AM)

0 of 6

Count Room

7:00 PM – close (~3:30 AM)

0 of 6

Monday · August 10, 2026

Day Shift

11:00 AM – 7:30 PM

0 of 6

Night Shift

7:00 PM – close (~3:30 AM)

0 of 6

Count Room

7:00 PM – close (~3:30 AM)

0 of 6

Other ways to help

Advance / Prep

Week of Aug 3–8 · flexible hours

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Volunteer shift confirmation. From home, on your schedule.

Backup list

Called only if someone cancels

0 on call

Available day-of? Add yourself to the backup pool. Gord calls if a slot opens up. Tell us when you're free, days, nights, either.

AGLC rules · please read

  • Volunteers must be 18+. Bring picture ID to the casino for check-in.
  • You can work more than one shift, but cannot change positions once assigned.
  • Paid SHCA members cannot work as General Manager, Banker, or Count Room Supervisor.
  • Arrive on time. The crew can't start without all positions filled.
What to expect

Before your shift.

Step 01, Confirmation

AGLC Volunteer Form

After signing up, if you have signed up for one of these positions, General Manager, Banker, Cashier, or Countroom Supervisor, you are required to fill out the AGLC Volunteer Form. Please complete and email the form to gordvogt@gmail.com. Two weeks before the casino we will reach out to confirm your availability. AGLC rules mean we must submit the volunteer roster in advance.

Step 02, Training

No experience necessary

Our paid Casino Advisors provide all the training at the start of each shift. Please arrive on time. You don't need any gaming experience. The casino provides the chip tables, gaming floor orientation, and a staff contact for the whole shift.

Step 03, Meals + breaks

You earned it

Meals and snacks provided for each shift (two restaurants to choose from), a volunteer-only break room, and paid parking. Dress code is business casual. Volunteers must be 18+ per AGLC rules.