Become a Part of gritLIT’s Story!
Did you know gritLIT has been bringing books to life in Hamilton for over 20 years? Since 2004, more than 450 Canadian authors have joined us — including icons like Margaret Atwood, Tom Wilson, Shani Mootoo, and Emma Donoghue. And lately, we’ve even been welcoming internationally acclaimed writers like R. F. Kuang to our stages!
Now imagine: instead of just being in the audience, you’re behind the scenes helping it all happen. As a gritLIT volunteer, you’ll:
🎟 Attend events for free when you’re signed up for a shift
📚 Be in the same room as bestselling authors (and sometimes even talk to them!)
🌟 Ride the high energy of a buzzing festival and year-round literary events
💬 Swap stories, laughs, and book recommendations with a team that loves books as much as you do
From checking tickets to welcoming guests, our volunteers are the heartbeat of gritLIT. You make the doors open, the rooms fill, and the community keep coming back.
Don’t just read about it — be part of it. Sign up today and join the volunteer team that makes Hamilton’s literary magic happen.
Get in touch with gritLIT’s Volunteer Coordinator Samantha Terry by emailing: volunteers@gritlit.ca.