Attract high-impact events to Summerside through hosting bids, sponsorship development, and relationship-building with industry partners. Work full-time in a permanent leadership position within Communications & Events.

As Manager, Events, you will identify opportunities for sporting events, entertainment, festivals, conferences, and celebrations. You will prepare proposals, develop partnerships, and coordinate delivery with organizers, promoters, tourism partners, and community organizations. Relevant experience in event planning, event management, sport tourism, entertainment, or related work is required.

Key Responsibilities:

- Identify and pursue current events for Summerside
- Develop hosting bids, proposals, and presentations
- Build relationships with organizers, promoters, and sponsors




- Support sponsorship development and funding applications
- Represent the City at industry meetings and conferences

Requirements:

- Three to five years of relevant experience
- Education in events, sport, tourism, business, or related field
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Event attraction or sponsorship experience is an asset

Use event attraction, sponsorship, and communication skills to strengthen Summerside’s reputation as a leading Eastern Canada destination.

📌 Event Attraction Manager Summerside
🏢 City of Summerside
📍 Summerside