Type of Position: Full Time – Permanent

Start Date: September, 2026

Job Locations: 181 Carlaw Avenue, Toronto, ON with limited Hybrid Options (September – June)

Camp Kandalore, Algonquin Highlands, ON (mid-June – September)

Reports To: Summer Camp Director

Direct Reports: Program Director (Seasonal), Special Programs Director (Seasonal), Program Managers (Seasonal)

Compensation: $55,000 – $60,000 commensurate with experience

About Kandalore

Founded in 1947, Kandalore has long been regarded as one of the leading traditional summer camps in Canada providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. The Camp prides itself on its warm and supportive community where children are made to feel included in the camp culture. The supportive nature of the camp allows for the campers to try new activities and develop new skills with the help of caring staff members.

Kandalore operates as a summer camp in the summer months and an Outdoor Education Centre hosting school groups from September to June.

Camp Kandalore helps kids to know and be themselves. We believe in authenticity of character; that challenging our campers develops resilience and independence; that the outdoors is an ideal environment where kids can learn and have fun; that an accepting workplace promotes belonging and connection; and that our facilitators and staff inspire our campers. Most importantly, we believe that a positive camp culture leads to highly transformative experiences for young people.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Summer Camp Director, the Assistant Director – Camp Program provides year-round leadership for Kandalore’s summer camp program. The role is responsible for program preparation, curriculum and equipment, risk management, staff recruitment and training, program budgets, special programs, and the supervision and support of key summer program leaders.

During the off-season, the Assistant Director – Program Operations prepares Kandalore’s program areas for the upcoming summer, coordinates staff qualifications and training, supports tripping preparation,



and contributes to marketing, alumni engagement, and other seasonal initiatives. During the summer, the role provides direct oversight of program leaders and activity areas, supports safe and effective program delivery, and helps ensure that campers and staff experience a well-prepared, high-quality program.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee summer program preparation, including equipment purchasing recommendations, supplier relationships, inventories, program budgets, and activity resources.
- Develop and maintain program-area risk management plans and ensure ongoing risk assessments are completed across activities.
- Review, develop, and update activity lesson plans, curriculum, and program initiatives.
- Support the recruitment, interviewing, hiring, placement, and management of seasonal staff
- Organize summer staff certification and qualification requirements, including training courses, reimbursement processes, and qualification records.
- Plan and facilitate Senior Staff Training Week and Staff Training Week in collaboration with other Directors.
- Work with program leaders to ensure activity programming, equipment, supplies, records, and camper progression materials are prepared and maintained throughout the summer.
- Support program safety by monitoring activity areas and helping organize and oversee emergency procedures.
- Support the development and delivery of special events and seasonal programs, including Winter Family Camp.
- Contribute to post-summer review and follow-up, including camper and parent survey debriefs and program-related camper issues.
- Support marketing and community engagement initiatives, including camp promotion, information events, reunions, and alumni engagement.




- Manage the summer arrival and departure process in Toronto and participate in Director and Senior Staff meetings.

What You Bring

- Demonstrated experience leading camp, recreation, outdoor education, or youth programming.
- Experience supervising seasonal staff and supporting hiring, training, coaching, and performance management.
- Strong program planning and curriculum-development skills, with a focus on safe, engaging, and age-appropriate programming.
- Experience with risk management, emergency procedures, and operational safety in an active program environment.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage budgets, purchasing, inventories, schedules, and competing priorities.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with staff, suppliers, families, and cross-functional teams.
- Comfort working with camp management databases and maintaining accurate staff and camper program records; CampBrain experience is an asset.
- Ability to work from Kandalore’s Toronto office during the off-season and live/work at Camp Kandalore during the summer season.

What We Offer

- Competitive compensation package that includes a group benefits plan
- Training opportunities
- A collaborative, engaging and fun community

How To Apply Please apply online at: Join Our Team | Kandalore. Your application matters to us and will be reviewed carefully. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

As a condition of employment, a clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required.

Do You Need an Accommodation?

Camp Kandalore is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the Hiring Manager if you require accommodation.

📌 Assistant Director – Camp Program (Toronto)
🏢 Camp Kandalore
📍 Toronto