Volunteers are an integral part of the success of the West Vancouver Community Arts Council. They greatly increase the capacity and effectiveness of the organization and all of our programs, projects, exhibitions and events. Volunteering has a meaningful, positive impact on our community by enriching the overall quality of life 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 opportunities available to choose from including gallery attendant, assisting with special events or art receptions, and fundraising.

The following volunteer positions are available:

GALLERY HOST
As a Gallery Host you are the smiling face of the WVCAC that greets the public visiting the Silk Purse! A Gallery Host is present during the open hours of the Gallery to greet patrons, keep track of attendance, process sales, answer the phone, promote programming and monitor the gallery. Gallery Hosts may also be occasionally asked to assist with office duties, i.e. mailouts, etc. No previous experience necessary, just a love for art and community.
When: Open hours, Tuesday-Friday, 12-5pm & Saturday-Sunday, 12-4pm, Winter: Wednesday-Sunday, 12-4pm
            Where: Silk Purse Art Centre

EVENTS ASSISTANT
The WVCAC programs many public events throughout the year, including art exhibition receptions, musical performances, and special events. Events assistants help with set up and take down. When the public visits the Silk Purse you are the smiling face that welcomes them to the event! An events assistant set up chairs and tables, prepares refreshments, greets gallery patrons, keeps track of attendance, processes sales, and monitors the gallery. Find out more about the events below!

Art Exhibition Receptions
Each art exhibition has a celebratory reception open to the public. Volunteers help prepare and replenish refreshments for patrons to enjoy, welcome and engage with the public, and process sales.           
When: Sundays 1:30 - 3:30 pm, Thursdays, 5:00 – 7pm
            Where: Silk Purse Arts Centre

Community Engagement Programs
The WVCAC is happy to program various community engagement programs where volunteers can lend a hand. This position may involve helping set up tables and/or chairs as well as interact with the public. Special events can vary (Silk Purse Concert Series, First Thursdays Art Walk, North Shore Storytelling Cric? Crac!, Workshops). Volunteers will be contacted for specific events.
            When: Various dates and times
            Where: Silk Purse Arts Centre  

We are extremely grateful for the time and hard work our volunteers contribute.

If you would like to apply for a volunteer position please fill out this form & return it to the Silk Purse during Gallery Hours or e-mail it to Gallery Manager, Steven Snider, steven.wvcac@shaw.ca.