Open Call for AGGV Board of Directors
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is always seeking new members for our Board of Directors.
We are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors.
As a leading institution in the arts and culture sector, the AGGV is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of its work. This includes building a Board that reflects the broad range of experiences, perspectives, and identities essential to helping the Gallery better serve the diverse needs of the Victoria community. We welcome applicants from all communities, especially those who have been historically underrepresented.
The AGGV Board is made up of individuals with a variety of expertise, including law, finance, visual arts, property development, and more. While prior board experience is beneficial, it is not required. We highly value fresh ideas, enthusiasm, and a shared commitment to advancing arts and culture in our community.
This is a volunteer position with a time commitment of up to 8 hours per month, which includes participation in at least one committee. While there is no financial compensation, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to shape the Gallery’s direction, growth, and engagement with the community.
If you are excited about contributing your talents, energy, and vision to the AGGV, we invite you to submit your Expression of Interest via the link below.
Please note that the deadline to apply is April 7, 2025.
Click here to submit an expression of interest.
We will contact suitable applicants for an interview.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Image Credits: Installation shots from exhibitions, 1. From Warhol to Banksy 2. Maude Lewis 3. Crossing: Art, Heritage, and Personal Journeys. All images courtesy of the AGGV.
This volunteer position will work in a collaborative environment to provide oversight and direction to the AGGV’s CEO and senior management team. Board members work with each other and the CEO to oversee the strategic direction of the organization. The Board is made up of people who are interested in art and are able to contribute to the governance of the organization by bringing knowledge, experience or expertise in:
- EDI governance and planning
- Visual arts or art history
- Marketing and communications
- Fundraising
- Building/construction
- Financial management
- Human resources
- Legal
- Board members are elected by the membership for two-year terms at the AGM in June, and have the option to renew for a total of 3 terms (6 years)
- Attend up to eight board meetings annually including a board retreat
- Actively serve on one of our committees
- Advocate for the Gallery’s mission in the community and among your colleagues and peers
- Be a member of the Gallery
- Support the AGGV financially, as able.
Candidates are advised that to be eligible for consideration as a Board Director for the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, the following criteria must be met: Pursuant to section 44 of the Societies Act, each Director shall be an individual who:
i. is at least 18 years of age;
ii. has not been found by a court in Canada or elsewhere to be mentally incompetent; and
iii. does not have the status of a bankrupt.
