Regent Park Film Festival returns this summer with another amazing volunteer opportunity! 

We’re looking for volunteers to help with Under the Stars, our FREE annual summer screening series. Join us if you are interested in expanding your network, building connections within and outside your community, and enjoying our awesome film selections. We are excited to present 3 screenings every Wednesday, from July 8th to July 22nd, with an added rain date on July 29th. 

What is Under the Stars? Under the Stars is an intergenerational gathering place where people of all ages can enjoy free family-friendly activities and film, indulge in food made by local residents, and watch the multitude of cultural performances highlighting the diversity of the neighbourhood. This event has become a cherished tradition for local residents, offering a space to relax, socialize, and enjoy high-quality entertainment, all while supporting local talent and organizations. We are proud to present this free event, which strengthens community bonds and creates a positive, inclusive environment for all. 

What does the volunteer do? 

Volunteer duties generally include (different shifts will have different responsibilities):

• Transporting necessary equipment and materials from Daniels Spectrum to Regent Park
• Distributing flyers and putting up Under the Stars posters
• Setting up and tabling for the merch and concessions
• Making popcorn, handing out drinks
• Cleaning up 

Volunteer Opportunities that are available:

• Community Outreach and Flyering
• Event Day Support

Volunteer requirements: 

• Volunteers must be 14 years of age or older
• Attendance of one mandatory orientation session before the event

About Regent Park Film Festival: Regent Park Film Festival (RPFF) is an award-winning, community-based, non-profit organization, and Toronto’s longest-running, FREE film festival. RPFF amplifies and centers marginalized communities and their stories; opens access to the film and television industry; and is committed to keeping art free and accessible to everyone, regardless of financial status. Founded in 2003 when Regent Park was Canada’s oldest public housing neighbourhood, RPFF continues to work to remove barriers, including providing free childcare, free film submissions, and paying all artists for their work. While the neighbourhood has evolved and margins are shifting, RPFF works within this dynamism to honour its history.

VAACT: RPFF is proud to be one of the members of VAACT, a program to recognize volunteers who contribute to multiple arts and culture events throughout the year in the City of Toronto. RPFF requires volunteers to complete a minimum of 5 volunteer shifts during the VAACT term from November 1st through October 31st to successfully complete service with us. 

If you are interested in volunteering with us for this opportunity, please sign-up through our Vome page or contact us at: volunteers@rpff.ca for any additional questions. 

Please also check out our Instagram page to keep up to date with our latest announcements!

Thank you for your time and consideration, and we hope to see you soon.