This year, the Volunteer Executive evolved into the Volunteer Council. We’re excited to introduce our new members: The Volunteer Council (VC) represents and advocates for every voice in the volunteer community, honouring the volunteer legacy while evolving into the future. We are committed to open communication, transparency, and inclusive decision-making. The VC will support, recognize, […]

Hello Everyone, The renovated Museum of Modern Art opened earlier this week and I was pleased to attend one of the opening events. The installation is much more inclusive and diverse and there were many works on view by artists I hadn’t heard of but look forward to learning more about. The main lobby displays […]

Thinking of getting a Costco membership? Stop by and speak with a representative to get more information about the offer for AGO employees and volunteers.   Thursday, October 24 11 am to 2 pm Near the Chalmers elevator by the Library (Concourse Level) A representative will be available with goodies to sample; information about Costco products, […]

 Mary Rochon, one of our gallery guides, is looking to start a book club for AGO volunteers who are bereaved. Whether you have lost a spouse, child or loved one, coming together to discuss grief with others can help. The Book she’d like to begin with is C.S. Lewis’ book on grieving, “A Grief Observed.” […]

Join us in celebrating the opening of Early Rubens, the once-in-a-lifetime exhibition of Peter Paul Rubens’s masterpieces! Featuring over 30 large-scale paintings – including several that have never left Europe before – and more than 20 works on paper. Employees and volunteers will each receive two complimentary AGO Admission passes, which can be exchanged for […]

In recent weeks the AGO has seen an increase in insects and rodent activity in the building. Facility Services and Conservation are currently reviewing all of our pest control measures, including how waste is stored and moves throughout the building. We need everyone’s help to keep pests out of the Gallery. Here are some easy ways to help […]

Thank you to all of our volunteers (who joined us this week to support busy Rubens member previews), as well as everyone who will joining us over the Thanksgiving Weekend. The Gallery is open on Monday October 14, from 10:30am – 4:00pm. This season, we’re extra-thankful for all of YOU! Happy Thanksgiving.

Hello Everyone, I am very pleased with activities this week related to the Early Rubens exhibition and it’s been wonderful to see all the Members enjoying their early preview during the past few days. We open to the public tomorrow. Thank you to everyone who will be here during the long weekend for the opening […]

Congratulations to Chef Renée Bellefeuille and her team for securing a third-place win in the Toronto competition of Canada’s Great Kitchen Party. For the Toronto leg of the competition, competitors were challenged to prepare 700 tasting sized portions for the guests to sample and eight full-sized plates with all garnishes for the judges. Chef’s winning […]

What do you do at the AGO? I help design and engineer all the menus in the AGO Bistro, Norma Ridley Members’ Lounge, caféAGO, and Espresso Bar.  I do a lot of quality control and help supply guidance in the day-to-day work load.  I also try to make sure that everyone I work with knows […]