Side Quest Volunteer Program

Level Up! Earn XP to Unlock Your Future!   

Side Quest is a volunteer experience program for people aged 12 to 18, who are looking to upgrade their skills.

  • Get connected with City of St. Albert staff who will help you gain the skills you need for your resume.
  • Get introduced to different volunteer opportunities!
  • Learn how to unlock community connections and we’ll be your guide through your entire quest.
  • Find the support you need to level up!

This can be a one-time opportunity or longer – you decide your path.  

Benefits to Volunteering 

  • Learn new skills and explore potential careers.
  • Boost your self-esteem and confidence, find a sense of purpose.
  • Find a mentor! Expand your social network!
  • Get hands-on experience.
  • Learn how you can create positive change!

Register for our Program 

Side Quest runs from July to December, but you can join at any time and take part how you want to. Try it once or learn about the different opportunities available. It’s up to you! We work with you every step of the way!

Fill out our application form to get started!

Side Quest Application Form

Fields with an * are required.

Please note the following: 1) This personal information is being collected under the authority of Section 4(c) of the Protection of Privacy Act, SA 2024, c P-28.5 and will be used to process your inquiry. It will be treated in accordance with the privacy protection provisions of Part 1 of the Protection of Privacy Act. If you have questions regarding the collection and use of your personal information, please contact the City’s Access and Privacy Coordinator. 2) The City does not respond to anonymous enquiries/submissions, malicious submissions, or submissions containing inappropriate or profane language; those received will be discarded by staff.

Thank you for your interest in the Side Quest Volunteer Program. Please fill out the application and a City of St. Albert staff member will contact you within 5 business days.

First and Last name.

If you do not have an email address, please supply your parent/guardian's.

If you do not have a phone number, please supply your parent/guardian's - or type "N/A".

If you would like, please provide your pronouns.

Note: If you are under the age of 12 or are 19+ years old, you are not eligible for the Side Quest Volunteer Program.

By checking the box below, I am acknowledging that all selected applicants under the age of 18 years will be required to provide written permission from a parent or guardian prior to attending the Side Quest program.

Last edited: March 26, 2026

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