Blake Gertz
Greater Sudbury,ON
Summary
Dedicated Volunteer experienced in supporting community events, youth sports, and resident activities. Enhanced organizational efficiency through effective communication, teamwork, and adaptability. Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure smooth operation of events.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Resident Engagement Volunteer
Finlandia Village
Sudbury, ON
06.2026 - Current
- Participated in daily activities and maintained consistent engagement with peers
- Adapted quickly to community routines and assisted living expectations
- Communicated needs clearly to caregivers and support staff
- Followed safety guidelines and reported concerns to staff promptly
Groundskeeping Assistant-Volunteer
Finlandia Village
Sudbury, ON
06.2026 - Current
- Organized activity supplies and maintained tidy volunteer spaces for daily use.
- Supported resident activities by setting up rooms, materials, and supplies for scheduled events.
- Assisted staff with escorting residents to programs, meals, and appointments.
- Provided friendly companionship to residents during visits, games, and group activities.
Youth Sports Officiator - Lines Volunteer
St. Charles College
Sudbury, ON
09.2026 - 10.2026
- Monitored the line of scrimmage, tracked downfield play, and made accurate, split-second calls on boundaries and penalties.
- Collaborated closely with the referee crew via hand signals and verbal communication to manage game flow efficiently.
Player Development Assistant- Volunteer
Sudbury Minor Hockey Association
Sudbury, ON
09.2026 - 09.2026
- Managed skill stations, guiding small groups through repetitive drills, resulting in improved technique for participants.
- Assisted head coaches with on-ice setup, including placing cones, moving nets, and organizing training gear.
- Kept players focused, organized, and moving efficiently between drills to maximize their ice time.
- Communicated instructions clearly to young athletes, breaking down complex hockey concepts into simple, easy-to-follow steps.
- Demonstrated skating, passing, and puck-handling techniques, enhancing younger players' understanding of drills.
Community Event-Volunteer
363 Car & Social Club
Sudbury, ON
09.2026 - 09.2026
- Welcomed and directed hundreds of car enthusiasts and families, managing gate entry and providing event schedules.
- Coordinated with the event team to set up show zones, register classic/custom vehicles, and arrange vendor stations.
- Managed event raffle stations and assisted with food/beverage distribution, helping raise critical funds for the Ten Rainbows Children's Foundation.
Education
No Degree - High School
St. Charles College
Sudbury, ONNo Degree - Math, English
Kumon
Sudbury, ONSkills
Adaptability
Teamwork and Collaboration
Communication
Reliability
Leadership
Certification
Bronze Medallion - Lifeguard Certification
Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) Referee Course
Timeline
Youth Sports Officiator - Lines Volunteer
St. Charles College
09.2026 - 10.2026
Player Development Assistant- Volunteer
Sudbury Minor Hockey Association
09.2026 - 09.2026
Community Event-Volunteer
363 Car & Social Club
09.2026 - 09.2026
Resident Engagement Volunteer
Finlandia Village
06.2026 - Current
Groundskeeping Assistant-Volunteer
Finlandia Village
06.2026 - Current
No Degree - High School
St. Charles College
No Degree - Math, English
Kumon