Volunteer

Volunteers are an integral part of the success of the outstanding work of the North Vancouver Community Arts Council! They dramatically increase the capacity and effectiveness of the organization and all of our programmes, projects, exhibitions and events. Volunteering with the Arts Council in any capacity assists in enriching the overall quality of life in this community where we live, work and play.

We are always looking for interested and enthusiastic individuals who love their community and the arts. There are many varied volunteer opportunities available to choose from including assisting with special events or art receptions, office work, helping with gallery installations, gallery attendant and assisting with art workshops. As a volunteer you may participate regularly on a weekly or monthly basis, or you may volunteer for one of our events that take place once or twice a year. We are extremely grateful for the time our volunteers contribute and twice a year the Arts Council hosts a Volunteer Appreciation event.

Apply today! download a Volunteer Application Form 

or go to our On-line Application

**We are currently seeking volunteers for Art in the Garden and a gallery attendant on Saturdays, 2:30-5:00pm.**
(see full descriptions below)


VOLUNTEER POSITIONS

 

 EVENTS ASSISTANTS

The North Vancouver Community Arts Council is an event-driven organization and we have a lot of fun planning, organizing and executing various public events throughout the year. Our volunteers have a lot of fun helping out as well. These popular events are fabulous for those who want to work closely with the public in a rich interactive arts environment. Volunteer positions are defined according to the specific needs of the event. Many positions require that you be outdoors, may involve lifting and carrying e.g. setting up tables and chairs. You will be contacted about the positions required to determine your interest and availability in participating in the event.
WHERE:   Various Venues across the North Shore
WHEN:     Various Dates and Times

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GALLERY ATTENDANT

A Gallery Attendant is present during the open hours of the Gallery to greet Gallery patrons, keep track of levels of attendance, and monitor the gallery. The attendant may also be occasionally asked to assist with office duties e.g. mailouts. No previous art or gallery experience necessary. Gallery Attendants volunteer for a 2 ½ hour period on a regular scheduled basis of weekly or bi-weekly . The shifts are 12pm to 2:30pm and 2:30pm to 5pm. Arts Council staff is on the premises during Gallery hours.
WHERE:     CityScape Community Art Space, 335 Lonsdale Avenue
WHEN:       Gallery Hours, Tuesday to Saturday, 12pm to 5pm

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GALLERY INSTALLATION ASSISTANT

 On alternating months the North Vancouver Community Arts Council installs exhibitions in the North Vancouver District Hall reception/lobby area and in the Lynn Valley Main Library. The Exhibition Coordinator requires an assistant to help with the installation of either or both of these displays. This individual should have the ability to lift, and hang and place works of art under the direction of the Exhibition Coordinator. Climbing a short ladder may be required A background or interest in art and/or a willingness to learn would be helpful.

WHERE:     North Vancouver District Hall, 355 West Queens Road
WHEN:       Thursdays (every second month), 9am to 12pm

WHERE:     Lynn Valley Main Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Road
WHEN:       Wednesday (every second month), 9am to 12pm

WHERE:     CityScape Community Art Space, 335 Lonsdale Avenue
WHEN:       Occasional Monday and/or Tuesdays, between 9am and 5pm

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OPENING RECEPTION HOST

Every two months the North Vancouver Community Arts Council hosts an opening reception at the District Foyer Gallery in the North Vancouver District Hall. This position requires reception set up, greeting guests, preparing and serving punch.

WHERE:     CityScape Community Art Space, 335 Lonsdale Avenue
WHEN:       Thursdays (one per month), 6:45pm to 9pm

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