Current jobs related to Canoe Trip Leader - Toronto - Ontario Camps Association
-
Director Tripping and Out Trips-Tanamakoon
24 hours ago
Toronto, Canada Ontario Camps Association Full timeJob Posting Director Tripping and Out Trips-Tanamakoon Associate Director of Canoe Tripping and Out Trips Reports To: Ownership/Senior Camp Director Supervises: Canoe Tripping Staff, Assistant Trip Leaders (AT) Position Summary The Director of Canoe Tripping is responsible for the planning, coordination, and safe execution of all out tripping programs at...
-
Canoe Tripper
4 days ago
Toronto, Canada Ontario Camps Association Full timeJob Posting Canoe Tripper SPEND YOUR SUMMER AT CAMP WAHANOWIN Location:6726 Rama Rd, Longford Mills, ON L0K 1L0, 1.5 hours from Toronto Contract Length: Variable, as we run a spring and fall Outdoor Education Centre in addition to our summer programs.Start date: June 20, 2026 (Spring Availability possible- April 26 start date)End Date: August 30, 2026 (Fall...
-
Head Canoe Guide
6 days ago
Toronto, Canada Ontario Camps Association Full timeJob Posting Head Canoe Guide Head Canoe Guide – Pathfinder ‘Headman’ Camp Pathfinder 2026 Season Position Summary Camp Pathfinder is a canoe tripping camp for boys aged 7-16 located on a rustic 17 acre island in Source Lake, Algonquin Park. Each summer Pathfinder hosts approximately 100 boys at a time for sessions ranging from 1 to 7 weeks. Pathfinder...
-
Assistant Canoe Guide
1 week ago
Toronto, Canada Ontario Camps Association Full timeJob Posting Assistant Canoe Guide Assistant Canoe Guide – Pathfinder ‘Secondman’ Camp Pathfinder 2026 Season Position Summary Camp Pathfinder is a canoe tripping camp for boys aged 7-16 located on a rustic 17 acre island in Source Lake, Algonquin Park. Each summer Pathfinder hosts approximately 100 boys at a time for sessions ranging from 1 to 7 weeks....
-
Assistant Manager
1 week ago
Toronto, Canada Canoe Restaurant & Bar Full time**Company Description** With over 25 years of culinary history, Canoe continues to challenge creative boundaries in the spirit of celebrating Canada and its distinct provinces. Connecting people to place through contemporary Canadian cuisine; Canoe crafts-inspired dishes reflect our country’s diverse landscape, history and culture. Our chefs work closely...
-
Canoe Program Staff
4 days ago
Toronto, Canada Ontario Camps Association Full timeJob Posting Canoe Program Staff Canoe Program Staff Muskoka ABOUT US Help Bring Back the Joy of Childhood Since 1983, Campfire Circle has delivered healing through happiness to thousands of kids with cancer or serious illness and their families across Ontario. Our programs are offered in paediatric hospitals across Ontario, in local communities, and at...
-
Canoe, Kayak, and Paddleboard Program Staff
4 days ago
Toronto, Canada Ontario Camps Association Full timeJob Posting Canoe, Kayak, and Paddleboard Program Staff Canoe, Kayak, and Paddleboard Program Staff Rainbow Lake ABOUT US Help Bring Back the Joy of Childhood Since 1983, Campfire Circle has delivered healing through happiness to thousands of kids with cancer or serious illness and their families across Ontario. Our programs are offered in paediatric...
-
Be the change
1 week ago
Toronto, Ontario, Canada GoodWork Environmental Jobs Full timeYouth Outreach, Youth WorkPosition:Youth CoordinatorType:summerOrganization:Project CanoeLocation:Toronto ON, OntarioHousing:Optional accommodations in Toronto are available in June, July, and AugustAPPLY HERE.Please mention you saw this at.Position OverviewThe Youth Coordinator (YC) is responsible for the outreach, screening, and enrollment processes for...
-
Wilderness Guide and Activity Leader
3 days ago
Toronto, Canada Wilderness Union Full timeWilderness Union is a Toronto based outdoor adventure startup. We organize a different adventure outside of the city each week along with local socials. We’re looking to hire somebody who’s as passionate about connecting Torontonians with nature as we are, to be our first guide! Our community of members is at the heart of what we do. We’re not a...
-
Senior Leadership Trainer Wilderness
1 week ago
Toronto, Canada Ontario Camps Association Full timeJob Posting Senior Leadership Trainer Wilderness (Moisie and Winisk Rivers) Pay within range based on years of transferrable experience Be the Spark! Join our dynamic team a YMCA Camp Pine Crest, where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work! Senior Leadership Trainers will work in pairs to facilitate and deliver...
Canoe Trip Leader
2 weeks ago
Job Posting Canoe Trip Leader – 2026 Summer Canoe Trip Leader POSITION OVERVIEW Canoe Trip Leaders are responsible for planning, packing, and leading backcountry wilderness canoe trips in Algonquin Park with Project Canoe’s youth. Each canoe trip is composed of 2-3 Canoe Trip Leaders and 4-6 youth participants. Canoe Trip Leaders co-lead canoe trips and are responsible for pre- and post-trip prep/cleanup, engaging and supporting youth while on the trip, and making appropriate safety and leadership decisions. At all points of the trip, the Canoe Trip Leaders must maintain a youth focused approach and keep the emotional and physical safety of the youth as their primary concern. CONTRACT DETAILS: Pay: $780/week Duration: Monday May 25, 2026 – Friday August 28, 2026 14 weeks, full time, hours and days vary dependent on trip schedule In-person work Optional housing accommodations in Toronto are available for the entire duration of the contract 4 weeks of collaborative and relevant training are provided, including a week long staff training trip in Algonquin Park CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: Co-lead multi day wilderness backcountry canoe trips for youth aged 13-18 Effectively manage risk, challenges, situations, and emergencies that may arise on trip Assist with urban programs for youth and partnership service providers Complete documentation before, during, and after trip Engage youth in meaningful and individualized ways Contribute to a collaborative and community oriented staff training program Contribute to the in city operations, including trip prep and cleanup. This involves setting up and maintaining the systems that help programs run smoothly by preparing food, repairing and organizing equipment, packing first aid kits, house cleaning, etc. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Youth & Program: Plan and implement programming for 5, 8, and 14 day backcountry wilderness canoe trips Model positive and prosocial interpersonal behaviour for youth Promote and model respect and care for the environment Offer individualized support to youth, addressing their unique behaviors and needs using a therapeutic and trauma-informed approach Accompany and supervise youth on the bus to and from Algonquin Park before and after trip Review relevant information regarding youth to plan safe and appropriate programming Complete documentation such as, but not limited to, incident/evacuation reports, trip logs, youth follow-up, and youth reports Follow Project Canoe’s philosophy for working with youth and all policies and procedures Training and Preparations: Actively engage in a comprehensive training program, including sessions on backcountry skills, risk management, medical and emergency response, therapeutic crisis intervention, and youth care & support Participate in and contribute to the staff canoe trip by participating in training and role play scenarios Maintain a healthy workplace Contribute to prep and cleanup for trip food and gear (repairing, packing out, preparation, maintenance, and inventory) Contribute to daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, maintenance, etc. and upkeep of the staff house/basecamp Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Communicate professionally and respectfully with colleagues, contributing to a community of care and support Practice and role model self awareness to stay balanced, healthy, and supportive of youth Participate as part of collaborative decision making and conflict resolution Other duties as assigned. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Delivered programs to young people, particularly youth facing barriers Organized and led canoe trips and/or other multi day wilderness backcountry trips Background in outdoor education, experiential learning facilitation, or outdoor recreation, either professional or personal experience Knowledgeable and experienced in working with marginalized, underrepresented, and diverse communities (e.g. 2SLGBTQA+, newcomers, BIPOC, individuals/families facing economic barriers) Capable of meeting physical job requirements, including paddling and portaging canoes, carrying food barrels, etc. Required: Must be age 19 or over Required: Must be able to provide a satisfactory police vulnerable sector check** Required: Advanced Wilderness First Aid (~40 hours) or equivalent or higher* Required: RLSS Bronze Cross or equivalent or higher* *If you do not have up to date certifications, we can work with you to find courses prior to the beginning of the summer that you can attend. We recognize that the costs of these certifications can be barriers to accessing employment in the outdoor industry so we can offer assistance to cover costs of certifications for employees. Please do not attach a cover letter. Instead, let us know more about you through the questions we have included in the application form. Applications are due by the end of the day on Monday January 19.
