Volunteer - The Village at Black Creek (Costuming)

Volunteer Role Details: 

Duration: February 20th – December 20th  

Volunteer Hours: Variable  

Work Location(s): The Village at Black Creek 

Number of Vacancies: 2 

Division: Education & Training 

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA Volunteer team: 

As a volunteer maker you will participate in the development/maintenance of our costume collection and our special event props/decor 

What you will do as a volunteer:  

  • Simple alterations (for example: mending garments, sewing buttons etc.)
  • Painting, gluing, small prop assembly 
  • Assist with garment construction 
  • Assist with inventory management 
  • Adhere to all TRCA safety policies and procedures 

What will you need to succeed: 

  • Sound basic sewing and mending knowledge (i.e. general stitches, button attachment, stitch ripping, patching, using a domestic sewing machine) 
  • Safe handling of sharp tools (i.e. pins, needles, scissors, etc.) 
  • The ability to follow detailed instructions  
  • The ability to work under time constraints 
  • Effective communication and problem-solving skills 
  • Knowledge of historical costuming practices considered an asset but not necessary 
  • Additional optional skills include knitting, crochet, fibre crafts, upholstery, general craftiness

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all volunteer applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews.  

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the volunteer selection process, provided the volunteer candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome volunteer applications from all qualified persons.  

 

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