Volunteer

Join the team of dedicated volunteers who share the history of Canada’s West Coast fishing industry with visitors from all over the world! 

Volunteer with the Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society to connect with your community, gain valuable work experience, make friends, develop new skills, and learn about the history of this National Historic Site.

**Update for COVID-19**  We welcome all new volunteer applications but please note due to the need to maintain physical distancing on site, it will take longer than usual to place new volunteers.

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Volunteer Roles at the Cannery

Gallery Attendant:  Learn about the history of the west coast commercial fishing industry and share this knowledge with Cannery visitors. No previous experience or knowledge is necessary; all training is provided. Gallery Attendants may volunteer on a regular basis and/or during special events. 

Tour Guide and/or Education Program Assistants: Gallery Attendants may attend additional training to lead public tours of the Cannery or assist with Education Programs. Tour Guides and Education Program Assistants may volunteer on a regular basis and/or during special events. 

Gift Shop Assistant: Receive, organize, label, and display items for the Cannery Store. From May to September, Gift Shop Assistants help Gift Shop Staff with customer inquiries. 

Youth Leadership Program (Gr. 10-12): This year-long program engages future museum and heritage leaders with hands-on museum experiences and field trips. Applications will be accepted every August. Selected applicants must be available 2-4 hours per week from September to May. 

Special Events – Visitor Services:  Greet, lead activities and provide information to visitors attending special events at the Cannery. These fast-paced shifts happen throughout the year at events like Easter at the Cannery, Music at the Cannery and The Haunted Sea. 

Special Events – Backstage Crew:  Build, prepare and set up/take down materials for special events throughout the year. Learn new skills and be part of an exciting ‘behind the scenes’ team! 

Archival Research/Collections: Assist the Collections Manager with special projects; subject to availability.

Apply to Volunteer

If you are interested in joining our volunteer team, please fill out a Volunteer Application Form and drop it off at:

Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site at 12138 Fourth Avenue or email volunteer@gogcannery.org

For more questions about our opportunities and volunteering with the Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator by email  volunteer@gogcannery.org or phone the Front Desk at 604.664.9009