Varley-McKay Art Foundation

ALT Young individuals are standing in two rows, smiling at the camera. A "Thank You Volunteers!" banner is displayed behind them with "Varley Art Gallery of Markham" and "National Volunteer Week 2026" logos at the bottom.

ALT Two individuals are setting up chairs, wearing red aprons. The image promotes "Ignite Volunteerism" at the Varley Art Gallery of Markham. It also notes National Volunteer Week 2026, dated April 19-25.

ALT A person in a blue jacket and red apron hands a paper to another individual seated at a craft table outside. The table has crafting supplies, including glue sticks and markers. In the background, there are bicycles and brick walls. Text on the image includes "Ignite Volunteerism," the Varley Art Gallery of Markham logo, and "National Volunteer Week 2026 April 19-25.

ALT A group of kids sits around a table engaging in arts and crafts. A volunteer in a red apron sits in the centre of the group. Various colorful materials are scattered on the table. In the background, a window allows natural light into the room. The bottom of the image features logos for "Ignite Volunteerism," Varley Art Gallery of Markham, and a banner for National Volunteer Week 2026, April 19-25.

ALT A group of individuals gather around a volunteer, identified by their red apron, in the Varley Art Gallery of Markham. They are standing in a gallery with vibrant artwork on the walls. Text on the image includes "Ignite Volunteerism" and mentions "National Volunteer Week 2026, April 19-25."

ALT Two volunteers in red aprons are engaged in an art activity at a communal table surrounded by materials like markers and paper. They are inside a well-lit room with large windows. The poster at the bottom features logos and text: "IGNITE VOLUNTEERISM," "Varley Art Gallery of Markham," and "National Volunteer Week 2026, April 19-25.

ALT A volunteer in a red apron assists an individual with a craft project in a classroom setting. Both are focused on the task. The poster promotes "Ignite Volunteerism" at Varley Art Gallery of Markham, linked to National Volunteer Week 2026, April 19-25. Art supplies and crafts are visible on the table.

ALT Vintage-style poster with the text "What a Night! Thank you to everyone who joined us." Below the text, a pair of cowboy boots is filled with paintbrushes.

ALT The image features a textured beige background with bold red text saying, "Thank you for making Boots for Art unforgettable!" Below, black text acknowledges sponsors, partners, and guests. The Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham logo is at the bottom.

ALT Cowboy boots filled with paintbrushes are depicted at the top of the image. Below, in bold text: "Because of you, we continue to support arts and creativity in our community." At the bottom, the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham logo is displayed. The background is textured like aged paper.

ALT A poster for "Boots for Art" featuring cowboy boots filled with paintbrushes. Text reads: "1 Week to Go. Line Dance Night for the Arts. Saturday, March 28, 7 PM. Varley Art Gallery, 216 Main Street, Unionville." A "Sold Out" stamp is at the bottom.

ALT A memorial image showing a photograph of Josy Jamieson, set in an oval frame, against a watercolour blue background. Blue and purple flowers appear in the square corners of the image, at the top left, and bottom right. Below the photo is the text: In Memoriam Josy Jamieson 1965-2026.

ALT A volunteer in a red apron engaging with a child in a pink shirt, demonstrating a craft activity at a table covered with art supplies.

ALT A volunteer in a red apron assembles small easels in a studio filled with art supplies and colorful paintings on the floor.

ALT A volunteer wearing a red apron stands at a craft table inside a classroom, with colorful paper chains hanging from the ceiling. Other individuals are seated at tables working on crafts in the background.

ALT "Happy New Year" spelled out in sparkly, cut-out letters, surrounded by silver disco balls, glittery decorations, and ribbon on a black background. Logo of Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham at the bottom.

ALT Happy Holidays! Image features festive Christmas ornaments in silver, blue, and white against a green background, with the logo of Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham at the bottom.

ALT An adult holding a child while both look at a modern art installation on a museum wall. The adult has bright purple hair, and the child wears colorful striped leggings.

ALT Two performers in traditional lion costumes, one yellow and one red, perform a lion dance in front of a large green paper stencil covering a yellow wall, with an audience watching.

ALT An adult volunteer in a red apron, assists a child, who is focused on coloring with markers at a table in a bright art studio setting.

ALT Three visitors viewing artwork at the Varley Art Gallery. Two of them are standing in front of paintings, while another visitor examines the details of a painting nearby.

ALT Person in gloves archiving a historical photograph for preservation, handling the photo carefully over a desk.

ALT Handwritten thank-you note dated December 2, 2025, from Northern Light P.S. Grade 3 students to Ryan, Caroline, and the Varley Art Gallery, expressing gratitude for a great art display experience and specifically mentioning a garden installation as a highlight.