Humane Education Summer Jobs

These positions are funded through the Canada Summer Jobs grant program, a federal initiative that provides meaningful summer employment opportunities for youth while supporting community organizations.

To be eligible for these positions, applicants must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment, be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee protection, and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

This year, we are hiring across three streams: Administrative, Humane Education, and Animals & Operations. Applicants apply to the stream that best matches their interests and may be considered for multiple roles within that stream based on their skills, experience, and organizational needs.

Most positions are 35 hours per week for 8 weeks, with a small number of positions at 30 hours per week for 9 weeks. All roles are based on-site at Calgary Humane Society and must be completed on a consecutive basis without planned extended absences.

For more information about these opportunities and the Canada Summer Jobs program, please visit the careers page of our website here.

About Humane Education

Help inspire the next generation of animal advocates. Humane Education roles focus on delivering engaging, hands-on learning experiences that foster empathy, responsibility, and respect for animals.

Whether leading summer camps or supporting educational programming, you’ll play an important role in creating safe, inclusive, and memorable experiences for children and youth in our community.

Roles in this stream may include:

• Summer Camp Leader (6 positions) – Leads interactive camps, supervises children, and delivers educational activities.
• Humane Education Assistant (2 positions) – Supports program delivery, preparation, and participant engagement.

Who You Are:

You are enthusiastic, patient, and enjoy working with children and youth. You bring positive energy to group settings and are comfortable leading or supporting activities in a fun and engaging way.

You may be a strong fit if you:

• Enjoy working with children in a structured or recreational setting
• Are confident speaking in front of groups or leading activities
• Are creative, adaptable, and quick to think on your feet
• Approach interactions with empathy, encouragement, and inclusivity
• Are passionate about education, animals, or community impact

What You’ll Gain:

In this stream, you’ll gain hands-on experience in program delivery, education, and leadership.

You can expect to:

• Build confidence leading groups and facilitating activities
• Develop skills in communication, teaching, and behaviour guidance
• Gain experience planning and delivering engaging programs
• Strengthen your ability to manage group dynamics and problem-solve
• Make a meaningful impact by helping young people build compassion for animals

Role-Specific Requirements:

All roles within this stream require:

• Valid First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start date)
• A Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check at the candidate’s expense

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for these positions, applicants must:

·      Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment

·      Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee protection

·      Be legally entitled to work in Canada

·      International students are not eligible under the Canada Summer Jobs program

Position Details:

·        Successful candidates in this stream must be available to work June 22, 2026 to August 29, 2026, for 37.5 hours per week, on a consecutive, full-time basis as attendance is required for the full duration of the program

·         Hours of work will include weekdays, some evenings, and may also include weekends and statutory holidays

·         All roles are based on-site at Calgary Humane Society

·         Wage: $17.00/hour + 6% vacation pay (total compensation: $18.02/hour)

Closing date:  Posting will remain open until suitable candidates are found.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  No phone calls or emails please.

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