FAMILY ACTIVITY CENTRE FACILITATOR – LANGUAGE SKILLS (Student)

Hours of Work: Variable up to 36.25 hours per week

Location: Upper Canada Village (11 km east of Morrisburg)

Salary: $18.45 per hour

Period of Employment: June to August 2026

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Be a representative of Upper Canada Village
- Welcome guests to the Family Activity Centre in English and French, orient them, explain and animate exhibits, and facilitate historical workshops and demonstrations using crafts, music, drama, games, tools, and historical costumes.
- Assist with camp counsellor duties as required.
- Assist with school programmes in May, June, and September as required.
- Work safely at all times and report unsafe activities immediately.
- Embody the St. Lawrence Parks Commission’s equity, diversity and inclusion principles when interacting with staff and guests.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Linguistic skills in English and French.
- Strong communication skills with guests and, in particular, children.
- Ability to work effectively as a team member.
- Demonstrated ability to lead workshops and to explain and demonstrate a range of historical activities such as crafts, music, games and tools.
- Knowledge of 19th‑century Ontario history.
- Ability to learn historical information, policies and procedures related to the Family Activity Centre and Upper Canada Village.




- Ability to assist with other tasks such as obtaining supplies, cleaning, and researching visitor questions and recent activity centres.
- Ability to wear a modern uniform.
- Valid emergency first‑aid certificate or ability to obtain one.
- Ability to learn and adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure personal, guest and fellow staff safety at all times.
- Vulnerable service sector check required for this position.

EEO STATEMENT

The St. Lawrence Parks Commission is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions. An inclusive, barrier‑free selection process is in place and accommodations will be provided throughout the recruitment and selection process.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For future applications, indicate specifically how your experience, skills, and knowledge relate to the duties and qualifications listed above. Deadline for priority consideration is February 27, 2026. The Commission will continue to accept applications after this date.

For an alternative format or accommodation requests, contact Human Resources at 1‑800‑437‑2233, ext. 1401.
Photo resume responses will be treated confidentially.

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📌 Family Activity Centre Facilitator - Language Skills (student) / Animateur ou animatrice au cen[...] (South Dundas)
🏢 St. Lawrence Parks Commission
📍 South Dundas