11 Aug
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The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
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Ontario
11 Aug
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Ontario
Job Title
Internal Event Planner (Full-Time, Remote – Canada)
Company
Boutique Travel Services
Location
Remote (Canada) – Head Office in Beamsville, Ontario
Reports To
CEO, Boutique Travel Services
Employment Type
Full-Time, Permanent
About Us
Boutique Travel Services is an award‑winning, boutique‑style host travel agency proudly supporting independent travel advisors across Canada. We’re passionate about community, connection, and creating meaningful travel experiences for our advisors and their clients. Our company culture thrives on collaboration, creativity, and celebrating the travel industry through fun, engaging, and educational events across the country and abroad.
Position Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and highly organized Internal Event Planner to plan, coordinate, and execute a wide range of company events — from local team meet‑ups and training workshops to national conferences and international retreats. This remote position is ideal for a self‑motivated professional who can work independently, think creatively, and deliver polished, well‑executed events that foster connection, learning, and community across our travel network.
Key Responsibilities
1) Event Planning & Coordination
Plan, coordinate, and manage a variety of in‑person and virtual events, including: “Social Connects” (bowling nights, paint parties, axe‑throwing, team dinners, etc.)
Annual International Conference (flights, hotels, site inspections, workshops)
Winter Bash Christmas Parties (held in Alberta and Ontario)
Biannual Retreats (for top producers, management teams, and expert training workshops)
“Learn How to Become a Certified Travel Agent” in‑person and virtual workshops across Canada
Consumer Trade Events such as the Romance Travel Show and Group Travel Expo
2) Logistics Management
Source, negotiate, and secure venues across Canada (hotels, boardrooms, meeting facilities, restaurants, and activity spaces)
Coordinate A/V, food & beverage, room layouts, and floor plans
Manage supplier contracts,
insurance, and venue requirements
Oversee setup, tear‑down, and smooth operation of all live events
Arrange travel and accommodations for speakers, staff, and guests when applicable
Oversee budgeting for events, ensuring all expenses are tracked and managed effectively
Utilize strong time‑management skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects concurrently
Maintain detailed records of event contracts, vendor agreements, and other essential documentation
3) Sponsorship & Partner Relations
Secure co‑op sponsorship funding from travel partners, suppliers, and tourism boards
Manage exhibitor/sponsor logistics for trade shows and supplier events
Maintain positive, professional relationships with partners, vendors, and team members
4) Marketing & Registration
Develop and manage online RSVP and registration forms (e.g., Google Forms, Eventbrite, and CRM tools like HubSpot)
Monitor responses and maintain detailed event attendance records
Coordinate event marketing materials—printed programs, signage, banner stands, décor, and branded collateral
Liaise with the marketing team to promote events via email and social media
5) On‑Site & Virtual Event Execution
Act as the lead on‑site event manager to ensure seamless execution
Oversee registration desks, vendor setup, attendee coordination, and technical operations
Provide leadership and problem‑solving under pressure to ensure events run on time and exceed expectations
Support occasional virtual event facilitation (Zoom, webinar platforms, etc.)
Qualifications & Skills
Minimum 3–5 years of professional event planning experience, preferably within the travel,
hospitality, or corporate events industry
Proven ability to plan and execute multi‑location events (small social gatherings to large conferences)
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Creative thinker with exceptional attention to detail
Able to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong understanding of event budgeting, sponsorship coordination, and logistics
Proficient in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and event management tools (e.g., Eventbrite, Canva, Zoom)
Willingness and ability to travel across Canada and occasionally internationally
Background in marketing is a big bonus
Working Conditions
Remote position (based anywhere in Canada)
Must be available for travel (approximately 20% of the time)
Evening and weekend hours may occasionally be required for events
Reports to the CEO, working closely with internal teams and external partners
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience ($50,000–$60,000 per year)
Travel expense coverage for event‑related trips
Prospect to attend exciting travel industry events and conferences
Supportive, fun, and passionate team environment within a growing company
Application Requirements
Job Type: Full‑time
Pay: $50,000–$60,000 per year
Benefits: Flexible schedule, paid time off, and other standard benefits
Application Questions: Do you currently reside in Canada?
Experience: Event planning – 2 years (required)
Language: English (required)
Willingness to travel: 25% (required)
Work Location: Remote
Please only apply if you have event planning work experience (such as planning and coordinating weddings, corporate events, etc.). All other applications will be immediately rejected. Thank you for your understanding.
If this position sounds ideal for your career and you definitely have event planning experience, please apply here.
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