In Toronto, volunteers contribute thousands of hours annually to make arts productions possible. From cultural activities like Inspire North , to programs such as Around Art and Land, volunteer participation allows community to get involved and plays a vital role in the sector. NYA provides a chance for volunteers to develop skills while connecting with and contributing to the development of the North York arts community.

Volunteering at our programs will allow you to:

    • Further your communication skills and interpersonal skills
    • Learn more about setting up and observing how art workshops are run
    • Meet and interact with artists, event staff, and youth participants
    • Receive Community hours
    • and so much more!

Volunteer Positions

Apply to our Board of Directors

Term Start: June 2024 (min 1 year term)
Application Deadline: April 8th, 2024
Time Commitment: 7 Board meetings per year

About North York Arts:

North York Arts is a local arts service organization to serve and support the North York community and provide inclusive arts programming to children, youth, family and seniors including programs to serve the New Canadian and Neighbourhood Improvement Area community in North York. In addition, North York Arts provides arts services and programs to support local artists and collaborates with City Councillors, Toronto’s Culture Division and various community stakeholders to foster arts programming and engagement in North York. Since inception in 2011, North York Arts has built a strong audience of 200,000+ attendees and participants to arts events and programs in North York.

New members will be supported and mentored by the existing Board of Directors to help ease the transition into this leadership role. Participation on the Board is voluntary and there is no remuneration for service. See below for detailed information on the roles and responsibilities for Board members.

Board of Directors Key Role:  The volunteer Board of Directors provides strategic leadership, governance, establishes policy, oversees the operations and financial performance of North York Arts and assesses the Board’s own effectiveness. Our Board Members serve on several committees, including Executive, Finance & Audit, Fundraising, Nominations & Governance, Programming & Events, and Marketing. 

Expected Commitment from Board Members: 

The Nominations & Governance Committee is interested in adding two (2) to four (4) new members:

  • Term begins June 2024 for a minimum of one (1) year and eligible for re-election at the following annual general meeting
  • Attend 7 Board meetings each year, one in conjunction with the Annual General Meeting  
  • Able to commit the time and resources to serve on the Board and one board committee, and represent North York Arts as requested (expected time commitment is approx. 4-8 hours per month)

The Nominations & Governance Committee is particularly interested in candidates with the following knowledge and expertise, who either live or work in the City of Toronto. Candidates living in or from North York will be prioritized.

  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Fundraising and corporate sponsorship
  • Artistic creation and leadership
  • Intellectual Property Rights/Copyright 
  • Building management
  • Experience working with and navigating processes of City of Toronto

Qualifications:

  • Commitment to North York Arts’ Vision and Values and an appreciation for the arts
  • Personal commitment to devote the time necessary to perform the responsibilities of a Board member
  • Strong communication and collaborative skills
  • Previous fundraising experience is considered an asset
  • Previous non-profit board experience is an asset
  • Live and/or work in the Greater Toronto Area, specifically in North York is considered an asset

To apply:  

  • Please submit a cover letter and your résumé / CV by April 8, 2024 to board@northyorkarts.org
  • All applicants must submit a cover letter and résumé / CV to be considered for the position. 
  • All cover letters and résumé / CV’s will be reviewed by the Nominations & Governance Committee to be selected for an interview. The Nominations & Governance Committee will then make recommendations for each open position to the Board. 
  • The Board will review the recommendations and then motion for selection. 

North York Arts is strongly committed to equity and inclusion within the community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including Persons with Disabilities, Black, Persons of Colour, Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIAP community members. We thank all applicants in advance, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews may be conducted throughout the posting period. However, no offers will be made until after the application deadline.

For more information about the role and nomination process – please contact Executive Director, Christina Giannelia at christina@northyorkarts.org

Volunteer Fundraising Committee

Are you passionate about the arts and interested in making a meaningful impact in your community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! North York Arts has been supporting the North York community for over 10 years, and we’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our Fundraising Committee and help us raise essential funds to support our programs and initiatives. 

As a member of our Fundraising Committee, you’ll have the chance to work with a dynamic and dedicated team of volunteers, artists, and community members who share your passion for the arts. Together, we’ll brainstorm and execute exciting fundraising initiatives that support our mission to foster cultural engagement, artistic expression, and community development through the arts

The Fundraising Committee is responsible for organising fundraising events, soliciting donations from individuals and businesses, and developing fundraising strategies to meet our goals. Whether you have experience in fundraising or are simply looking to get involved and make a difference, we welcome volunteers of all backgrounds and skill levels. This is a unique opportunity to use your talents and creativity to help promote the arts and make a positive impact in the North York community.

So if you’re ready to work alongside a passionate and creative team, gain valuable fundraising experience, and make a real difference in your community, we encourage you to apply today! Together, we can ensure that North York Arts continues to thrive and inspire our community for years to come

Please note that this committee will require a time commitment, including regular meetings and additional time for planning and executing fundraising events. We ask that volunteers be able to commit to a minimum of 8-12 months on the committee. 

 

General Information

Learn more about NYA, our programs and service at www.northyorkarts.org

Location: NYA’s office is located at 5040 Yonge Street, 2nd floor (stair access only). 

How to Apply: If you are interested in joining our Fundraising Committee, please send an expression of interest to melissa@northyorkarts.org  Please include the title Fundraising Committee Member in the subject line.  We also accept video applications.

North York Residents and those with a connection to North York will be prioritized.

North York Arts is strongly committed to equity and inclusion within the community and encourages all community members, including BIPOC identifying individuals and 2SLGBTQIAP residents. Please note that the NYA office is currently inaccessible to mobility device users. However, committee meetings will take place online and/or in an accessible location.

Applications are open and on-going, we look forward to meeting you!. We thank everyone in advance for your interest in NYA. Should you require accommodations for your submission, please contact melissa@northyorkarts.org

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