Volunteer






Volunteer



Without you, there will be no TIFF.

TIFF Volunteers are a major driving force behind our mission to transform the way we see the world through film. Volunteers support a broad range of initiatives, including our annual Festival in September, year-round screenings, outreach initiatives, Member events, and much more.



Applications for the 2025 Festival are now open

THIS IS FOR VOLUNTEERS WHO NEED TO SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION. IF YOU ARE A RETURNING VOLUNTEER, PLEASE CLICK ON THE “RETURNING VOLUNTEERS” TAB

Apply Now

We’re looking for volunteers who:

  • enjoy engaging with the public
  • have a flexible attitude
  • are confident in their communication skills
  • are available to complete a minimum of four shifts (average shift length is 4–6 hours) for the Festival
  • have a solid comprehension of English (knowledge of other languages is an asset)

Festival Volunteers receive access to films at TIFF, exclusive discounts, a Festival Volunteer t-shirt, the chance to make new friends, and the feeling that you helped make it all happen!

Click here to read more about the recruitment process.

Contact us

If you have any questions about volunteering, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We would love to hear from you.

Email: volunteers@tiff.net
Phone: 416-934-5846

Returning Volunteers

Access the Volunteer Hub

We are now officially welcoming returning Volunteers back for the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival.

To find out how to reserve your spot as a Volunteer, please click the button below that applies to you:

I last volunteered at TIFF 2024
I last volunteered at TIFF 2022 and/or 2023
I last volunteered prior to TIFF 2022

If you have any questions, please contact the Volunteer Office at volunteers@tiff.net.

The Volunteer Award for Arts and Culture in Toronto (VAACT)

TIFF is proud to be a contributing member of VAACT, a program to recognize volunteers who support multiple arts and culture events and festivals throughout the year in the City of Toronto. Awards are given to volunteers who complete the minimum requirements with at least three participating VAACT organizations throughout the year. VAACT culminates each year on International Volunteer Day, December 5, with an awards ceremony to acknowledge and thank our volunteers for their contributions making Toronto a more vibrant, cultural city.

Interested in getting involved? Check out the full list of participating organizations and program details at vaact.org!

VACCT award