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With flooding concerns around the region, the festival has had to re-design parts of the event site, however the festival is full speed ahead, according to Birker.

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A key volunteer this year is Kristin Lehman, who after completing her studies in an event management programme, came out to the Festival for practical experience three years ago, and has since taken on additional tasks to help with the planning of the Festival as well as the final execution of it. This year Kristin is the festival香蕉视频直播檚 volunteer director, looking after recruiting and scheduling all of the helpers.

Anyone interested in helping at the festival this year can check out available positions at Volinspire.com or simply connect with Kristin at klehman@live.ca or 250-460-2227.

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To find out more about the Festival, or to get involved as a volunteer or to be part of an activity station or the parade, check out www.fatcatfestival.ca.