Volunteer

Our diverse and talented group of volunteers are integral partners in the presentation of our programming.

About

Harbourfront Centre’s diverse and talented group of volunteers are integral partners in the presentation of innovative contemporary arts and culture programming. They contribute resources – time, skills, expertise, and leadership – that enhance the visitors experience with professionalism, passion, and positive energy. ​

Harbourfront Centre prides itself in engaging volunteers for more than 40 years and strives to offer exemplary training and development to individuals who choose to donate their resources.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Harbourfront Centre! We’re accepting volunteers for year-round engagement opportunities. If you have any questions, please reach out to volunteers@harbourfrontcentre.com

Canada Connects

Get involved with Canada Connects mentorship program in partnership with CultureLink.

We recruit experienced mentors (19+ years of age) who support a group of newcomers to Canada while they settle in the GTA and volunteer together at any of our festivals.

The program runs in the fall/winter and spring/summer and requires a 35-hour commitment.

Call for Volunteers

Support our Festivals and Events!
As an active member of the volunteer community at Harbourfront Centre, you have the opportunity to enrich our festivals and events and enhance our visitor experience by providing support in an administrative capacity in the office or onsite in a public facing position.

Register now if you:

  • are 16 years of age or older
  • have a passion for arts and culture
  • enjoy meeting new people
  • want to build your skill set
  • are in need of community hours
Registration Portal

Available Roles

We are currently looking for enthusiastic volunteers who enjoy interacting with the public and would like to work closely with our Audience Experience and Marketing teams.
A volunteer wearing a blue shirt posing at an art gallery
First point of contact for the public, helping them to get situated on our site and redirecting them to the appropriate location.
man helping a child with a craft
Well-informed about programming and not shy about engaging with the public.
A group of volunteers outside posing
Initiate conversation with visitors and get them to participate in a brief survey.
A group of volunteers
Supporting and guiding a group of volunteers through their shift and reporting back to the team.