Strive Centre Vancouver is seeking a motivated and community-minded Program Assistant through the Canada Summer Jobs Program . This opportunity is ideal for youth interested in gaining experience in community services, recreation programming, administration, and non-profit operations.

This role combines administrative support with involvement in recreation programming, events, and participant engagement within the centre. This role provides valuable hands-on learning opportunities in administration, recreation programming, communication, and community support within a non-profit setting.

The successful candidate will support daily program and administrative operations while contributing to a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging environment for adults with diverse abilities.

Position Details

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- Position: Program Assistant (Canada Summer Jobs)

- Location: Strive Centre, Vancouver, BC

- Hours: 35 hours per week (Between Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm)

- Duration: 9-week temporary summer position

- Start Date: Immediately

- End Date: August 28, 2026

- Compensation: $21.00 per hour

Eligibility Requirements – Canada Summer Jobs Program

To be eligible for this position through the Canada Summer Jobs Program, applicants must:

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- Be between 18 and 30 years of age at the beginning of employment

- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act

- Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) and be legally permitted to work in Canada

Why work for Strive?

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- Employer paid Criminal Record Check Clearance

- Paid orientations

- Paid trainings (First Aid, CPR,



etc.) and professional development

- Generous statutory holiday pay

- Flexible schedules to accommodate life/work balance

- An inclusive environment with team building events and cultural celebrations

- Health and wellness activities and incentives

- Milestone rewards

- Access to community member discounts

- Ongoing support, mentoring, and recognition to help with engagement and career growth

Job Duties May Include but Not Limited to:

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- Welcome participants and visitors while supporting front desk operations

- Answer phones, respond to general inquiries, and assist with scheduling support

- Assist with data entry, attendance tracking, filing, and organizing documentation

- Prepare program materials, orientation packages, activity supplies, and resource boards

- Support staff with recreational activities, events, and community outings

- Assist with participant engagement and day-to-day activities within the centre

- Support supervisors and program staff with small operational and administrative projects

- Contribute to maintaining a positive, organized, and inclusive setting

The ideal applicant shall possess:

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- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Comfortable using computers, email, and Microsoft Office applications

- Organized, dependable, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment

- Positive attitude and willingness to learn

- Interest in community living, recreation, social services, or administration considered an asset

- Experience supporting individuals with diverse abilities is considered an asset, but not required

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