The Shaw Guild is a volunteer organization which supports and promotes The Shaw Festival. 
Each year, the Guild's efforts contribute thousands of volunteer hours toward many Shaw Festival activities. 
As well, we donate to the Shaw financially, with proceeds from our fundraising efforts.

 The 2023 Shaw Guild Annual Report is now available. Click here to view it. 
Guild Volunteers participate in a variety of interesting Shaw activities from hosting and greeting patrons, gardening, fundraising and educational activities. They are also invited to exclusive behind-the-scenes events!

The Mission of the Shaw Guild

  • Engage volunteers

  • Enrich the volunteer experience

  • Enhance the patron experience

  • Extend our reach in the community

Whatever your talents and interests, there is a volunteer role for you at the Shaw Guild.
Interested in joining or have questions? Contact us by submitting the form at the bottom of this page.
Click to view Volunteer Roles
Guiding Principles - How we operate
  • Engaging our volunteers is at the centre of all we do
  • Donating our time and talents to the Shaw Festival is our passion; working collaboratively in an honest, ethical and transparent way is how we create value
  • Striving for excellence in everything we do is our way of contributing to the quality of patron experiences
Our Values - What we believe
RESPECT: Everyone is treated with respect, courtesy and dignity
INCLUSION: We promote an inclusive culture where volunteers are welcomed, valued and connected to one another
DIVERSITY: Volunteers from all backgrounds are welcome; we celebrate the many different dimensions of diversity and how they benefit the Guild
EQUITY: We treat all volunteers fairly and ensure opportunities for engaging and enjoyable experiences
Complete all fields in the form below, then click on Submit.
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Interested in joining the Shaw Guild?
Please complete the form at the right.

  • You will be invited to an orientation meeting to learn about the opportunities and benefits offered by the Guild.

  • Orientation meetings typically take place on the last Monday of each month (except December).

  • Membership is $20 per person, per year.

Note: You must be at least 18 years of age to join the Guild.

Shaw Guild, P.O. Box 83, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0

info@shawguild.ca