Posted 3 months ago
Tour Guide
@ Vancouver Toonie Tours Ltd
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Vancouver Toonie Tours Ltd is hiring seasonal walking tour guides in Toronto to lead groups of 5 to 30 guests on roughly 3-hour tours. The guide shares city history and culture, and works outdoors in all weather. Pay is hourly plus performance commissions and team bonuses, with full-time or part-time seasonal schedules and weekend, evening and holiday availability preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Lead walking tours of 5 to 30 guests
- Present stories on city history, culture and landmarks
- Provide customer service from start to finish
- Recommend local restaurants and attractions
- Promote Toonie Tours products and experiences
Requirements summary:
- Strong communication and public speaking skills
- Friendly, energetic and approachable personality
- Storytelling ability with a sense of humour
- Able to walk about 5 km over a 2 to 3 hour tour
- Legally authorized to work in Canada
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-14
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Customer service |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Languages | English, Portuguese, Spanish |
| Licences & certifications | First Aid Certification |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Performance bonus, Employee discount |
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Vancouver Toonie Tours Ltd
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Explore with Good Company. Allow us to welcome & connect you to Canada through unforgettable tours & experiences.
Full company description
Toonie Tours is Canada's largest Free Walking Tour network. We welcome & connect travellers to Canada through high-quality tours & experiences with passionate & personable freelance guides. Founded in 2018 by three Canadian patriots, Toonie Tours is best known for its Free Walking Tours that provide a lay of the land, an introduction to the city, local recommendations, and travel tips from the unique perspective of your expert local guide. In addition to our Free Walking Tours, we offer a variety of premium tours, including Street Art, Craft Beer, Coffee, Scooters & Bike Tours, and VIP tourist attraction admission tickets. Come & Explore with Good Company!
- LinkedIn followers
- 368
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 30
- Reported office locations
- Calgary, Alberta, CA
- Vancouver, British Columbia, CA
- Victoria , British Columbia , CA
- Toronto, Ontario, CA
- Banff, Alberta, CA
- Ottawa, Ontario, CA
- Montreal, Quebec, CA
- Quebec City, Quebec, CA
- Edmonton, Alberta, CA
- Business categories
- Education
- Event Management
- Local Business
- Tour Operator
- Tourism
- Transportation
- Travel Agency
- Other recorded names
- Vancouver Toonie Tours Ltd
- Toonie Tours
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- Reported total investment
- 0
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Toonie Tours is Canada's largest Free Walking Tour network. We welcome & connect travellers to Canada through high-quality tours & experiences with passionate & personable freelance guides. Founded in 2018 by three Canadian patriots, Toonie Tours is best known for its Free Walking Tours that provide a lay of the land, an introduction to the city, local recommendations, and travel tips from the unique perspective of…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Travel Arrangements |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2018 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 18 |
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Tour Guide & Brand Ambassador – Toronto, ON
Company Overview
Toonie Tours is a fun, customer-focused tourism company that welcomes travelers from around the world through unforgettable tours and experiences. Since 2018, we have grown into one of Canada's highest-rated walking tour companies by putting guests first and delivering authentic, entertaining experiences led by passionate local guides.
Operating in 11 cities across Canada—from Victoria to Québec City—we continue to expand while creating rewarding opportunities for people who love sharing their communities.
Position Overview
Toonie Tours is currently hiring Seasonal Full-Time and Part-Time Walking Tour Guides to join our team in Toronto, ON.
As a Walking Tour Guide, you will lead groups of 5–30 guests on engaging walking tours while sharing the history, culture, and hidden gems of your city. You'll create memorable experiences through storytelling, exceptional customer service, and your passion for your local community.
This is an employee position offering competitive hourly pay, performance-based earning opportunities, and employee benefits.
Weekend, evening, and holiday availability is preferred throughout the tourism season.
Tour Details
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours
- Tour times: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 6:00 PM
- Languages: Portuguese, English, and/or Spanish
Roles & Responsibilities
Lead engaging and entertaining walking tours for groups of 5–30 guests.
Learn, research, and confidently present stories about your city's history, culture, and landmarks.
Welcome guests and provide an exceptional customer experience from start to finish.
Share recommendations for local restaurants, attractions, events, and activities.
Promote Toonie Tours experiences and products to enhance each guest's visit.
Represent Toonie Tours professionally while serving as an ambassador for your community.
Participate in training sessions, team meetings, and other assigned duties.
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
What We're Looking For
Strong communication and public speaking skills.
Friendly, energetic, and approachable personality.
Excellent storytelling ability with a sense of humor.
Passion for your community and sharing it with visitors.
Dependable, punctual, and professional.
Comfortable walking approximately 5 km over a 2–3 hour tour while speaking throughout.
Adaptable and confident working in changing outdoor conditions.
Legally authorized to work in Canada.
Additional languages are considered an asset
German
Italian
French
Russian
Other languages are always welcome.
First Aid Certification is considered an asset.
Compensation & Benefits
Our employee compensation package rewards both your time and your performance.
Competitive hourly wage
Performance-based product commissions
Monthly team performance bonus opportunities
Vacation pay in accordance with provincial employment standards
Health benefits for eligible full-time employees
Priority scheduling for employee guides
Ongoing training and opportunities to advance into Lead Guide and specialist roles
Our compensation model combines guaranteed hourly pay with additional earning opportunities through commissions and team bonuses, allowing guides to increase their earnings while delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Why Join Toonie Tours?
Flexible seasonal scheduling
Meet travelers from around the world
Develop valuable public speaking, leadership, and customer service skills
Share your passion for your city with visitors from across the globe
Fun, supportive, and collaborative team environment
Team events, employee discounts, and company perks
Career growth opportunities with one of Canada's fastest-growing tour companies
Job Details
Job Types
Seasonal Full-Time
Seasonal Part-Time
Work Location
In person – Toronto, ON
Compensation
Hourly wage based on experience and market, plus performance-based commissions and monthly team bonus opportunities.
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