The Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) is a non-profit organization dedicated to growing, celebrating, advocating for, and connecting the arts, culture and creative industries in Brampton. We offer a wide range of programs, services, and resources to support Brampton’s arts, culture and creative sectors. BAO plays a key role in realizing the City of Brampton’s vision for arts, culture, and creative industries, as outlined in the City’s strategic vision and Culture Master Plan. Since 2021, BAO has provided innovative and forward-thinking support to these key sectors.

BAO Vision: A thriving, confident, and valued creative scene and cultural ecology are at the heart of our prosperous mosaic city.

BAO Mission: To incubate, advance, connect, and advocate for Brampton’s arts, culture, and creative industries.

BAO Values: Passion and Ambition, Diversity and Inclusiveness, Service, Community and Collaboration, Excellence and Innovation, Optimism.

 

Why You Should Join the BAO Board of Directors

Joining the volunteer board in support of Brampton’s local arts, culture, and creative community is a unique opportunity to help shape the vibrant mosaic of our region. As a board member, you will have the chance to influence the organization’s direction, make a tangible impact on the creative economy, and contribute your skills to foster creativity, enrich lives, and enhance Brampton’s cultural landscape. Collaborating with like-minded individuals, this role offers a chance to be a catalyst for positive change and leave a lasting mark on Brampton’s arts and culture scene. Join us in celebrating diversity, promoting expression, and ensuring our community thrives through the transformative power of arts and culture.

 

Who We’re Looking For

We seek 3 individuals with experience in arts and culture leadership, familiarity with nonprofit governance, and a dedication to supporting the arts and culture in Brampton. Please note that as with most non-profit boards, this is a VOLUNTEER position, and board members cannot be financially compensated.

You should have a deep familiarity with Brampton’s and the Greater Toronto Area’s arts and culture community, as well as prior board experience. We strongly encourage practicing artists, creatives, entrepreneurs, and individuals from diverse ethno-cultural backgrounds to apply. Prior work experience in the arts, cultural, and creative industries is also highly valued.

Three Key Areas of Focus:

• Artist/Creative Community Member
• Real Estate and Creative Space
• Government and Post-Secondary Relations

 

Time Commitment / Expectations and Support

The BAO Board of Directors is an engaged group, with each member expected to:

• Attend one virtual meeting per month (no meetings in July or December).
• Proactively participate in BAO events and board tasks between meetings.
• Serve a three-year term.

Board members can expect to volunteer approximately 2-3 hours per month, in addition to attending BAO events. We recognize that this is a significant commitment, and we are committed to working with members to address scheduling concerns, including cultural or religious observances, health needs, or accessibility requirements.

BAO staff provide significant ongoing administrative support to the board, ensuring that board members can focus on strategic and impactful work. We also partner with external consultants to offer legal, financial, and human resources support.

 

Ongoing Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Work at BAO

The Brampton Arts Organization is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible environment where all voices are valued, and talents are nurtured. Please visit our webpage to learn more about our ongoing equity, inclusion, and accessibility initiatives, including details on our community guidelines and partnerships.

As part of our commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion, BAO Board members are required to attend workshops and training sessions on topics such as Anti-Oppression and Accessibility.

 

Application and Selection Process

The selection panel will prioritize applicants who self-identify as part of the following equity-seeking groups: Black, Indigenous, Persons of Colour, Deaf Persons, Persons with Disabilities, Persons Living with Mental Illness, and 2SLGBTQIAP (two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, pansexual, gender and sexual minorities).

We encourage applications from these communities and will accommodate accessibility needs inline with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other relevant legislation.

 

How to Apply

To apply, please submit the following by email in a single PDF before Friday, March 14, 2025, at 11:59 PM:

• Your CV/résumé or a statement of experience.
• Any applicable web or video links.
• A brief (maximum one page) statement explaining your interest in joining the BAO Board, which area of focus listed is of interest to you, and why supporting the local arts community is important to you.

If you wish to self-identify as a member of an equity-priority group, please include this information in your application.

Please email your application to kiran@bramptonartsorg.ca with the subject line: “ATTN: BAO Board Application 2025” by Friday, March 14, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

 

Application Accessibility Support

Applicants who need additional resources, assistance or time to apply can request these accommodations by emailing kiran@bramptonartsorg.ca.

Are you passionate about supporting arts and culture in Brampton?

Have you taken part in BAO workshops and events and now you want to do more?

We are looking for friendly, motivated, and outgoing community members to join BAO’s Volunteer Team!

As a BAO volunteer, you will support the delivery of BAO’s workshops, events, and exhibitions. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet other creatives and gain professional development and industry experience alongside a supportive team of like-minded individuals.

Types of Volunteer Opportunities:

• Event Volunteers: these volunteers will assist the BAO team with event activities as well as general set-up, take down and wayfinding.
• Workshop Volunteers: these volunteers will assist with BAO workshops such as in-person Power Hours, Community Connects series, and Market activations.
• Open Studio+ Volunteers: these volunteers will assist with Open Studio+ activities, as well as set-up and clean-up.
• Exhibition and Audio-Visual Installation Volunteers: these volunteers will assist with the installation of artwork in BAO’s gallery space/office gallery wall.
• Outreach Volunteers: these volunteers will help represent BAO on-site at events, programs, and festivals, helping set up the BAO booth, sharing information about BAO and answering questions with the general public.
• Administration and Office Support Volunteers: These volunteers will assist with administrative tasks in the BAO office related to organizing BAO marketing materials, studio equipment maintenance, and data input.

If you are interested in joining BAO’s Volunteer Team, please complete this application form.

Application Accessibility Support:

Applicants who need additional resources, assistance or time to apply can request these accommodations by emailing info@bramptonartsorg.ca.

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