Exhibition Volunteers
Contemporary Calgary
Dates: Now through November 9, 2025
We’re excited to announce that we are seeking volunteers for two upcoming exhibitions:
Erik Olson: In the Garden
A stunning series of large-scale oil paintings inspired by Düsseldorf’s Hofgarten and created during the early days of the pandemic. Olson’s work explores themes of order, freedom and dreamlike escape.
Preston Pavlis: You there
Through intimate portraits and poetic scenes drawn from his life in Halifax, Pavlis reflects on presence, absence and quiet beauty in the everyday.
What will your role involve?
As an exhibition volunteer, you will play a key role in enhancing the visitor experience. You will assist visitors by engaging them in conversations about the artworks, helping them connect with the exhibition, and answering general questions. Your responsibilities will also include offering friendly guidance — such as clarifying which works are interactive and which are for viewing only — ensuring a welcoming atmosphere and providing support as needed throughout the space.
What are the requirements?
We ask for volunteers to commit to at least one shift per week through November 9. Shifts are available on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 12 noon – 7pm, and Sundays from 12 noon – 5pm.
If you’re interested in volunteering, please submit your interest here.
We’d love to have your support — and this is a great chance to engage with two thoughtful, powerful exhibitions.
If you have any questions about this volunteer position, please reach out to Beth Kane, Manager, Visitor Experience at beth@contemporarycalgary.com and Sabine Levesque at sabine@contemporarycalgary.com
Contemporary Calgary is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful volunteer community and encourages applications from all individuals.
For more information about volunteer opportunities, visit Contemporary Calgary.
