Volunteer
Volunteers are the heart of our arts organization. If you are looking for opportunities to give back to your community, meet new people, gain experience, and support the arts, volunteering with The ACT Art Centre is the right choice for you.
Any skill level, lifestyle, or ability can fit right in with our wide variety of volunteer opportunities listed here.
The ACT provides a complimentary volunteer training session and reimbursement for a criminal record check.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Theatre Usher
Art Learning Assistant
Special Event Ambassador
Gallery Greeter
Lobby Attendant
Administration Assistant
Retail Sales
Board Member
Youth Arts Ambassador
Tour Guide
Volunteer Assistant
Committee Member
Food & Bev Service
Theatre Technical Assistant
Theatre Host
Arts Ambassador
Get a head start on your future and become a leader in your community!
The Arts Ambassador program is for youth ages 13-18 and meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday starting in October through May from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM at The ACT.
Youth also participate in special events such as Celebrate the Night, Culture Days, National Volunteer Week.
Leadership Training
Event Planning
Fun Socials
Build your Resume
Volunteer Experience Hours
Meet New People
Information Session is Tuesday, October 7, 2025 from 4:30pm-5:30pm in the main lobby. Please come prepared with two pieces of ID to complete your record check.
First meeting is October 14, 2025.
Docent Program for the Art Gallery
Are you an art enthusiast? If so, this might be a perfect volunteer opportunity for you, come and join the team! The Docent Program at The ACT Art Gallery is made up of lively art enthusiasts who love to learn about exhibiting artists, new art processes and the stories behind each of the art pieces. They love to share their knowledge and ideas with others in a gallery setting where a variety of exhibitions are shown yearly. If this sounds like you, please apply!
For more information and to learn how to apply, reach out to learning@mract.org.
Upcoming Volunteer Training Dates
SEPTEMBER
Saturday, September 27 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | LEVEL 1
Saturday, September 27 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | LEVEL 2
OCTOBER
Sunday, October 19 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | LEVEL 1
Sunday, October 19 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | LEVEL 2
For any questions or concerns contact us at volunteer@mract.org.
How to Volunteer
1. Create a MyVolunteerPage profile.
2. Receive a confirmation email with training dates and information.
3. Register for a Volunteer Orientation (Volunteer Training Level 1)
4. Complete further training or sign up for volunteer shifts online.
To find out more about volunteering call Landrie Davies, Volunteer Manager at 604-476-2786 or e-mail volunteer@mract.org.