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@ Les Ymca Du Québec

Saint-Sauveur, Quebec

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The YMCA du Québec (Camp YMCA Kanawana) is hiring a canoe trip leader to plan, lead and supervise 4-to-21-day canoe expeditions in remote areas of Ontario and Quebec. The role covers food, equipment, programming and safety, with variable evening and weekend hours from June to August at the Saint-Sauveur camp.

Responsibilities:

  • Planifier, diriger et organiser des voyages en canoë de 4 à 21 jours
  • Gérer et superviser la logistique du camping
  • Assurer la sécurité des activités et de l'équipement
  • Superviser les participants en santé et sécurité
  • Communiquer avec l'équipe, les directeurs et les coordinateurs

Requirements summary:

  • Au moins deux ans d'expérience en éducation en plein air (un atout)
  • Certifications WFR et WRT (offertes si nécessaire)
  • Maîtrise du français parlé et écrit (exigée)
  • Maîtrise de l'anglais selon les besoins opérationnels
  • Disponibilité en soirée et les week-ends de juin à août
  • Aucun casier judiciaire lié à l'emploi

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Employer posting date
2026-11-08
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2026-11-09
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2026-11-09

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentCustomer service
Experience2+ years
Scheduleevening, weekends
SeasonalYes
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingOutdoors, Client sites
PositionOn the move
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesFrench, English
Licences & certificationsWilderness First Responder (WFR), White-water Rescue Technician (WRT)
Background checkscriminal record

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Les Ymca Du Québec

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The YMCAs of Québec is a charitable organization that inspires and encourages all people to reach their full potential, thrive and contribute to their community. Its nine YMCA centres, Residence, YMCA Camp Kanawana and its 36 service points across the province are visited each year by more than 120,000 people. The YMCAs of Québec is part of the Canadian network of 49 YMCA associations. The first YMCA in North America was founded in Montréal in November 1851. For more information, please visit www.ymcaquebec.org. ****** Les YMCA du Québec sont un organisme de bienfaisance dont la mission est d'inspirer et d'engager chaque personne à se réaliser, à s’épanouir et à contribuer à sa collectivité. Ses neuf centres YMCA, son École internationale de langues, sa Résidence, son Camp YMCA Kanawana et ses 36 points de service à travers l’ensemble de la province, sont fréquentés chaque année par plus de 120 000 personnes. Les YMCA du Québec font partie d’un réseau canadien qui compte 43 associations YMCA. Le premier YMCA d’Amérique du Nord a vu le jour à Montréal en novembre 1851. Pour de plus amples informations, visitez notre site Internet www.ymcaquebec.org.

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Reported office locations
  • 1435 rue Drummond, 4e étage, Montréal, Québec H3G 1W4, CA
Business categories
  • Health Care
  • Education
  • Non Profit
  • Charity
Other recorded names
  • Les YMCA du Québec
  • The YMCAs of Quebec
Specialties
  • Santé et vie active
  • Inclusion et cohésion sociale
  • and Développement des jeunes
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The YMCAs of Québec is a charitable organization that inspires and encourages all people to reach their full potential, thrive and contribute to their community. Its nine YMCA centres, Residence, YMCA Camp Kanawana and its 36 service points across the province are visited each year by more than 120,000 people. The YMCAs of Québec is part of the Canadian network of 49 YMCA associations. The first YMCA in North…

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IndustryNon-profit Organizations
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersMontréal, Québec
Organization typeNonprofit
Year founded1851
SpecialtiesSanté et vie activeInclusion et cohésion socialeand Développement des jeunes
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Job description


Le Camp YMCA Kanawana est le plus ancien camp d'été résidentiel du Québec, offrant une programmation innovante et un camping traditionnel basé sur les valeurs du YMCA.

Le programme Randonnées et Voyages du Camp YMCA Kanawana vise à offrir des expériences de camping en plein air sûres et amusantes tout en enseignant des compétences et de la confiance à des enfants et à des jeunes du monde entier. Situé sur un magnifique site de 550 acres dans les Laurentides comprenant trois lacs et un réseau de sentiers boisés, notre programme d'expédition envoie des enfants et des jeunes en voyages en canoë de plusieurs jours sur de magnifiques lacs et rivières en Ontario et au Québec. Le mandat du guide sera de gérer, planifier, préparer et superviser les voyages en canoë.

RESPONSABILITÉS

  • Planifier, diriger et organiser des voyages en canoë de 4 à 21 jours en termes de nourriture, d'équipement, de programmation et de sécurité dans un contexte sauvage
  • Gérer et superviser tous les aspects de la logistique du camping
  • Veiller à ce que toutes les activités soient sûres et respectent les mesures/protocoles de sécurité requises
  • Gérer l'équipement de manière appropriée
  • Superviser les participants dans un contexte sécuritaire en termes de santé, de sécurité et d'exécution de la programmation proposée
  • Établir des liens avec les campeurs et développer des connexions
  • Assurer une communication et un suivi appropriés avec les membres de l'équipe, les directeurs et les coordinateurs
  • Adhérer aux politiques et procédures du YMCA concernant la protection des enfants et des personnes vulnérables

EXIGENCES

  • A au moins deux ans d'expérience en éducation en plein air dans un camp de jour ou en animation de classes en pleine nature, ou dans un domaine similaire (un atout)
  • Possède les certifications de Premiers Soins en Régions Éloignées (WFR) et de Technicien en Sauvetage en Eaux Vives (WRT) (offertes si nécessaire)
  • Maîtrise du français parlé et écrit (exigée).
    Maitrise de l’anglais parlé et écrit (exigée selon les besoins opérationnels liés à la clientèle et aux communications ).
  • Est disponible pour travailler selon un horaire variable, notamment en soirée et les week-ends selon les besoins du groupe au camp
  • N'a pas de casier judiciaire en lien avec l'emploi
  • Est disponible de juin à aout

CONDITIONS

Emplacement :Camp YMCA Kanawana, à Saint-Sauveur

Canoe Trip Leader

Camp YMCA Kanawana is Québec’s oldest residential summer camp, offering innovative programming and traditional YMCA values-based camping.

Camp YMCA Kanawana’s Hike and Trip program has the goal of providing safe and fun wilderness camping experiences while teaching skills and confidence to children and youth from all over the world. Camp YMCA Kanawana is located on a gorgeous 550-acre site in the Laurentians that includes three lakes and a network of wooded trails. Our expedition program sends children and youth on multi-day canoe trips on beautiful lakes and rivers in Ontario and Quebec. The guide`s mandate will be to manage, plan, prepare, and supervise canoe trips.

WHY JOIN THE YMCA?

YMCA Kanawana offers great benefits and a unique natural environment to work in, but being part of our team also means you will:

  • Develop your expertise and gain experience;
  • Have a positive impact on your community;
  • Really make a difference in people’s lives;
  • Have an opportunity to take on exciting challenges;
  • Collaborate with people who love camp and working with children.

WHAT CHALLENGES WILL YOU TACKLE?

  • Plan, lead and organise 4-to-21-day canoe trips in terms of food, equipment, programming and safety in a wilderness context
  • Manage and supervise all aspects of camping logistics
  • Ensure all activities are safe and respect the required safety measures/protocols
  • Manage equipment appropriately
  • Supervise participants in a safe context in terms of health, safety and the execution of the proposed programming
  • Engage with and develop connections with campers
  • Ensure proper communication and follow-up with team members, directors, and coordinators
  • Adhere to YMCA policies and procedures regarding the protection of children and vulnerable peoplearticipants to various activities, mainly in remote areas for canoe trips.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

  • Has at least two years of experience in outdoor education in a day camp or wilderness class facilitation, or in a similar field (an asset)
  • Has a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) and White-water Rescue Technician (WRT) certifications (offered if needed)
  • Fluency in spoken and written French (required).
    Fluency in spoken and written English (required based on operational needs related to clientele and communications).
  • Is available to work a variable schedule, specifically in the evenings and weekends depending on group needs at camp
  • Has no criminal record in connection with employment

CONDITIONS

  • Location:Camp YMCA Kanawana in Saint-Sauveur (673 Saint-Elmire Street, Saint-Sauveur, J0R 1R1)


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