Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery

What services does your organization provide?
Visual art experience, changing exhibitions showcasing Canadian and International artwork, art classes for all ages, public tours, school tours, etc.

Do you have any age requirements?
Minimum age for most activities is 16 years old, though other volunteering opportunities can be for younger volunteers.

Do you require language proficiency other than in English?
Additional languages may be an asset, depending on the opportunity (especially French). English is a necessity.

What time commitment(s) are you expecting from a volunteer?
Time commitments vary, depending on the opportunity. Some of our opportunities are one-time special events, others are ongoing projects.

Are there any other requirements for being a volunteer?
Police records check is required for most volunteering positions.

What type of volunteer positions are typically available?
special events/festivals, art activities, marketing, board of directors, quarterly newsletter distribution, etc.

Is there any training provided for volunteers?
Yes there is always training provided to volunteers should they need it - it all depends on the activity what type of training they would receive.

What are the typical volunteer activities occurring at your organization?
Lots of special events (such as Exhibition Openings, festivals, Family Sundays, etc.), marketing volunteers to hand out material and talk about the gallery, art activity assistance, organizational committees (for fundraising activities), etc.

How will a person benefit from volunteering with Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery?
Gain confidence, learn more about art, network with the local art community, have a chance to shine for future KW-AG job opportunities, develop communication, teamwork and leadership skills, increase creativity, have fun, make new friends, receive perks (ex. free theatre tickets)

Do you accept high school students?
Yes.