Volunteer Roles

• Atrium Host – Welcome visitors, provide a general overview of the galleries, and answer initial questions. Weekly or bi-weekly shifts, Monday–Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. and/or 1:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Gallery Host – Serve as the first point of contact in one of the museum galleries and engage visitors about Canada’s military history. Galleries may include the Army Museum of Alberta, Air Force Museum of Alberta, Naval Museum of Alberta, Cold War Exhibit, and regimental museums. Weekly or bi-weekly shifts, Monday–Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. and/or 1:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Collections & Archives Volunteer – Assist museum and gallery managers and curators with processing collections and archival materials, researching artefacts, cataloguing items, and supporting collections projects. Weekly shifts, Monday–Friday: Flexible scheduling between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. 
• Events Volunteer – Support one-time and recurring events, including lectures, dinners, seasonal programs, and special exhibitions. Tasks may include greeting visitors, running an activity, setup, and cleanup. Flexible schedule based on upcoming events and volunteer availability
• Gift Shop Volunteer – Assist with all aspects of the museum gift shop, including sales, merchandising, and providing a welcoming experience for shoppers. Weekly or bi-weekly shifts, Monday–Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. and/or 1:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
• Historical Research Volunteer – Assist The Military Museums with research projects related to Canada’s military history, people, units, conflicts, and collections. Researchers may work with museum records, archival materials, artifacts, exhibitions, photographs, publications, and online resources to help develop and support museum content. Flexible, and hybrid, depending on the project and the volunteer’s availability.

Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• A passion for history and the stories behind it
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Comfortable engaging with the public
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team
• A Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check