We need volunteers to help out with next Friday’s staff and volunteer BBQ. It’s a great chance to contribute – and get to know your colleagues!  The BBQ will be held Friday, August 22, 11:30 to 1:30. If you are able to lend a hand for a half hour or an hour, email [email protected], or call ext. […]

A reminder that staff, volunteers and interns are invited to see the exhibition Alex Colville before it opens to the public. Mark your calendars for the following times: Tuesday, August 19 ·Exclusive access 3 to 5:30 pm ·Remarks by Andrew Hunter, Curator of Canadian Art, from 3:00 to 3:30 Monday, August 25 ·Exclusive access 1 to […]

Come out and get to know your colleagues at next Friday’s lunchtime barbeque: Friday, August 22, 11:30 – 1:30 All barbeques will be held in the Pit in front of Jackman Hall, rain or shine and are free for all staff and volunteers. See you there. If you’re interested in volunteering, please email Leila Jamieson […]

AGO staff and volunteers are invited to take advantage of discount rates on the Canadian National Exhibition this summer from August 15 to September 1. All you have to do is go to the following link: https://secure.ticket-ops.com/Canadian_National_Exhibition/333332ART2014 Access code (if requested): 333332ART2014 Corporate sales rates are as follows: Admission Pass: admission only; $11 Ride All […]

This year will mark the 8th annual Artists of the Gallery exhibition, showcasing the extraordinary talents of our AGO staff and volunteers. Thisevent is a unique opportunity to show your art in a public gallery and work together with your colleagues. The exhibition calls for visual or installation art, not much more than 2′ x 2′ […]

Dear Volunteers, Due to unexpected construction beginning this week –  and for a month following near Jackman Hall Pit –  this Friday’s BBQ (Friday, June 20) has unfortunately been postponed. The BBQs will now be held in July, August, and September: Wednesday July 30, 4:30pm – 6:30pm Friday August 22, 11:30am – 1:30pm Tuesday September 2, 11:30am – […]

The Reciprocal Attractions information for 2014-15 is now available on the blog under “How to use this site.” The reciprocal documents can be found under the “Information” tab by clicking on “Volunteer Recognition.” There are now two documents: one entitled “Toronto Attractions Council Reciprocal Agreement,” and one called “Attractions Ontario Reciprocal Admissions Program.” Hard copies are available in […]

Dear Colleagues, I am very pleased to announce that the Volunteer Executive at its March 6th meeting elected Ann Wilcox and Debbie Kennedy as co-Presidents of the Volunteer Executive. This new role will be effective June 13, 2014 (revised date). Both Ann and Debbie have been volunteers at the AGO for many years as School […]

Dear Volunteers, What is happening? In response to visitor feedback following our extended Friday night hours on May 9, we have decided to cancel our June 6 and July 11 dates. Visitors will still be able to take advantage of the AGO’s extended hours on Wednesday evenings and our monthly First Thursdays. Why are you […]

Dear Volunteers, What is happening? shopAGOkids has moved from its location on the lower level near cafeAGO and will now be situated on the main floor within shopAGO. All merchandise will be moved to its new location by the end of today. Why has shopAGOkids moved? shopAGOkids has moved to provide our visitors with a […]