Recreation Instructor (Canoe)

Recreation Instructor (Canoe)

Competition No: 2026-RIC

Duration: Contract Instructor

Salary: $31.52 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits

Last Updated: 6/10/26

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Department is seeking experienced outdoor Contract Canoe Instructors to support both community‑based and school‑based programs. Instructors are responsible for delivering safe, high‑quality canoe instruction in alignment with City policies and safety standards, ensuring participants of all ages learn canoeing skills in an enjoyable and supportive environment. This includes planning creative lessons, managing participants, addressing site safety concerns, preparing program materials, and completing required incident and attendance reporting. Performs related work as required.

The canoe program operates out of Deer Lake and includes group and semi‑private lessons, guided tours for youth and adults, and day camps and school out‑trips for children. Hours vary based on program schedules and registration levels. This seasonal position offers flexible work until October.

Our ideal candidate will have post-secondary education and/or experience in outdoor recreation programs and instruction. We are seeking individuals with knowledge of outdoor canoeing program delivery including hands-on experience planning, managing and leading programs for participants across a wide range of ages and skill levels. A background in outdoor recreation programs is highly valued, along with the ability to lead effectively and uphold safety standards in alignment with organizational policies. Exceptional customer service skills are essential to this role. An RCABC Flatwater Instructor Certification with a current paid RCABC instructor membership (or an equivalent qualification) is required whereas a valid driver’s license for travel between program sites is preferred. Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C is required and a valid Wilderness First Aid (or equivalent 20+ hour first aid certification with CPR Level C) is preferred. If you are a confident and skilled canoeist with experience teaching participants of all ages we want to hear from you!

Pay Rate: $31.52 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits 

Location: Deer Lake

Hours of work: This is a contract instructor position. Hours and shifts are based on programmed courses and may vary due to registration levels.

Please apply online at by July 10, 2026.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at View phone number on civicjobs.ca if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at . We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted

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