Library Volunteer – General Synod Archives, Toronto, ON

Anglican; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local church organization in Toronto seeks a Library Volunteer to assist with data entry for its archives. This in-office role requires at least 7 hours of commitment each week for a minimum of 4 months. Candidates should have strong computer skills and attention to detail, contributing to the transition from card catalogues to a digital database. This opportunity is ideal for library students or retired librarians looking to give back. The position is unpaid but offers valuable experience in an enriching environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants should demonstrate accurate and fast keyboarding.

Responsibilities

• Enter the cataloguing information into the InMagic library database.
• Check the original materials to clarify information.
• Check for updated subject headings and name authorities.

Skills

Meticulous attention to detail

Strong computer skills

Experience with databases

Tools

InMagic library database

Job description

Library Volunteer – Anglican Church of Canada / General Synod Archives

Job Type – Casual
Category – Library
Location – Toronto – In-office role
Target Audience – Library students, Recent graduates, Retired librarians
Applications Due: January 30, 2026
Desired Start Date: Ongoing
Compensation Summary – $0
Library Volunteer
Term: 7 hours per week minimum (full or half days)
Organizational field: Historical library
Position Focus: Data entry of library catalogue cards into the Archives library database
Region: Downtown Toronto (80 Hayden Street)

About the Role

This in-office position in downtown Toronto (near Yonge Bloor Subway) is focused on helping us retire our card catalogue by entering the remaining cards into our database (InMagic).
The project is currently 40% complete and we are seeking volunteers who would be able to contribute at least 7 hours a week (full or half days) to our Archive for a period of at least 4 months.

Volunteers will work with the General Synod Archivist to develop skills in:

• InMagic library database system
• Reviewing original materials to clarify information being entered
• Updating subject headings and naming authorities.

Applicants should demonstrate accurate and fast keyboarding.

We anticipate that this position would appeal to library students who want experience with cataloguing or retired librarians who want to use their skills to make a difference at a non‑profit organization.

Background

The General Synod Archives collects published material by or about the Anglican Church of Canada, related people, topics, and organizations. Since 1957, the library materials were catalogued on traditional library catalogue cards. In 1989, the Archives started using a database for cataloguing the library materials. In 1997, the pre‑1900 imprints were entered into the database. However, there is a body of catalogue cards from the in-between years that are not yet entered into the database.

Responsibilities

• Enter the cataloguing information into the InMagic library database
• Check the original materials to clarify information
• Check for updated subject headings and name authorities

Required Skills

• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong computer skills
• Experience with databases

About the General Synod Archives

The General Synod is the governing body and the national office of the Anglican Church of Canada, a religious organization established in 1893. The General Synod Archives was established in 1927 to collect, preserve and make accessible the records of the General Synod and its related officers, committees, councils, and task forces. The General Synod Archives also collects published material by or about the Anglican Church of Canada, related people and organizations.

For more information, please visit: https://www.anglican.ca/

How to apply:

Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume with a letter outlining how their skills and experience apply to the position.
Please send an email titled Library Volunteer to: [e-mail]

Closing Date: January 30, 2026

Candidates who require accommodation are asked to mention this in their application. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.