_{Canadian Paralympic Curler Sonja Gaudet takes in the unveiling of Vernon's winning bid for the 2012 Winter Games. Photo: VernonCentral staff}With the BC Winter Games in Greater Vernon just over a month away, organizers are continuing to look for more volunteers.
Public Relations Chairman Pete McIntyre says about 2,000 are needed for the event February 23-26 but so far only about 1,565 have registered.

Volunteers are needed in the following areas:

Accommodation: dorm hosts and dorm site preparation.

Ceremonies: participant marshalling and entertainment stand ins for the rehearsal Feb 22 from 4-9 p.m.

Food services: boxed lunches and participant meals

Protocol: medal presenters

Security: special events and traffic control

Transportation: luggage handlers, courtesy cars and bus guides

Administration: environment and warehouse

Communications: switchboard (evening shifts)

Promotions: news service and photographers (must have Photoshop experience)

Registration and results: participant accreditation and results centre

Special events: holding area and participant special events

To register, go to www.2012bcwintergames.ca, or call the Games office at 250 550 2012.

The Games will involve more than 2,000 participants from across BC (athletes, coaches and officials) in 16 sports.

For more information or an interview, contact Games President Akbal Mund at 250 550 0388 or Vice President Jim McEwan 250 309 5573.