SUPPORTING AULTSVILLE
Aultsville Theatre is Cornwall's and Eastern Ontario's Community Theatre with professional capacity. Aultsville regularly plays host to both professional and amateur performing artists alike. For national and international performing artists, Aultsville Theatre is a preferred stop along the 401 corridor for many tours. The Aultsville stage also is home to local theatre companies, musical groups, dance schools, and film festivals. Considered a gem within the Community, Aultsville also stages graduation ceremonies, corporate seminars, and special presentations.
Theatre rental revenue coupled with ongoing fundraising programming work together to ensure that Aultsville Theatre remains viable and that our maintenance and refurbishment needs are met. As a non-profit, charitable organization, Aultsville Theatre is grateful for your support!
There are Several Ways in which YOU can Support Aultsville Theatre
Buy Tickets!!
The most important demonstration of support for your Community Theatre is your presence in our house. Please check our Upcoming Events often and come out to support events taking place at Aultsville!
Make a Donation
Donations of your time and/or money are valuable and always greatly appreciated. Follow the links on the sidebar to see how you can contribute.
Our Sponsors
Many local businesses are supporters of Aultsville Theatre. Please take note of who they are and frequent them whenever possible.
VOLUNTEERS
Join us - meet new people - share your talents - learn new skills - see live performances - have a great time!
Aultsville Theatre Volunteers are our Ambassadors and are considered Community Treasures. You are most welcome to apply to join this amazing Team.
Front of the House Volunteers
Ushers, ticket takers, cloakroom attendants, and bottled water vendors are all volunteer positions at Aultsville Theatre! If you are cheerful, friendly, enjoy working with the public, and love live performance, we need you! Ushers must be at least 18 years of age to qualify. Having CPR, and First Aid training as well as a police check are assets. If you are interested in applying to join our Front of House volunteer team, please contact:
Gisele Roy, Front of House & Volunteer Coordinator
Backstage Volunteers
Occasionally, our Technical Director needs backstage volunteers to assist with repairs, lighting, sound, and maintenance activities. Other tasks might include equipment load-in, load-out, and routine theatre maintenance. If you are interested in volunteering backstage, please contact:
Glenn Cooper, Aultsville Theatre Production & Technical Supervisor
Aultsville Theatre Management Committee
Aultsville Theatre Management Committee is a volunteer Board that manages the theatre as a non-profit, charitable organization. Theatre rental revenue, plus ongoing fundraising programs ensure that the theatre remains viable, and that maintenance and refurbishment needs are met. The Aultsville Theatre Management Committee welcomes your participation. If you are interested in becoming a Board member, please contact :
Gerald Roy, Aultsville Theatre Board Chair
There will be a detailed orientation session to prepare all volunteers.
For more information about volunteer opportunities with Aultsville Theatre, please contact the Aultsville Theatre General Manager at 613-932-1661 ext. 1, or send an e-mail using the Contact Us page.
CCFS Funding
CANADA CULTURAL SPACES FUND
In 2018 Aultsville Theatre received a $147,873 grant to contribute to the replacement of failing antiquated lighting fixtures. This grant combined with additional funds raised by the Aultsville Theatre Management Committee, and other funding partners, completed the revitalization of the theatrical lighting system.
The Canada Cultural Spaces Fund (CCSF) supports the improvement of physical conditions for arts, heritage, culture and creative innovation. The Fund supports renovation and construction projects, the acquisition of specialized equipment and feasibility studies related to cultural spaces.
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
In 2014, Aultsville Theatre also received project funding by the Government of Canada through the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund.
OTF Funding
ONTARIO TRILLIUM FOUNDATION FUNDING
Over the past few years the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) has been a significant contributor to Aultsville Theatre's revitalization program.
In 2018 Aultsville Theatre received an $84,600 grant to contribute to the replacement of failing antiquated lighting fixtures. This grant combined with additional funds raised by the Aultsville Theatre Management Committee, and other funding partners, completed the revitalization of the theatrical lighting system.

In 2011 Aultsville Theatre received a $72,200 grant over two years to hire a Communications/Development Coordinator who will help to build the organization's capacity particularly in the areas of fundraising, marketing, and communications.
In 2009 Aultsville Theatre received a $60,000 grant toward refurbishment of the theater's theatrical lighting control system. This grant, combined with additional funds raised by the Aultsville Theatre Management Committee, enabled the completion of the first phase of the lighting project.
The Ontario Trillium Foundation has supported earlier revitalization projects at Aultsville Theatre as well.
Aultsville Theatre is a community theatre that is operated as a non-profit organization in partnership with the City of Cornwall and St. Lawrence College.
The Ontario Trillium Foundation is an agency of the Government of Ontario. For over 25 years, the Foundation has supported the growth and vitality of communities across the province. It continues to strengthen the capacity of the volunteer sector through investments in community-based initiatives.
For more information, please visit www.otf.ca