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Get hired: City of Toronto winter jobs heating up with cool opportunities

City of Toronto Media Relations has issued the following:
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News Release

August 9, 2024

Get hired: City of Toronto winter jobs heating up with cool opportunities

It may be summer outside, but Mayor Olivia Chow and Councillor Alejandra Bravo (Davenport), Chair, Economic & Community Development Committee both had winter on their minds as they reminded residents that the City of Toronto is actively hiring students and adults for part-time winter recreation positions.

The City is looking to fill employment opportunities in ski, skate, snowboard, indoor swim, fitness, sports, arts and after-school programs this winter.

Part-time winter recreation jobs help local students, adults and seniors build leadership skills, gain experience and prepare for future job skills and training.

As a pathway to youth employment, the City also offers employment readiness programs for youth through the Building Skills Through Recreation Program. These programs will prepare candidates for both leadership and employment opportunities. This program will allow youth to gain the resources they need to make positive life choices, gain the confidence and skills to obtain employment and become leaders in their communities. For more information, visit: https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/program-activities/leadership-employment-readiness/leadership-coaching-programs/

The City is the largest employer of students in the city, with thousands of good jobs at fair wages available for anyone seeking part-time employment. Each year, as Toronto’s largest recreation program provider, the City employs approximately 9,000 recreation workers. Approximately 5,000 employees were needed during the Winter 2024 season to support community recreation programs.

The City of Toronto is consistently one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers, as well as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. Learn more by visiting the City’s Jobs webpage: https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/content/Why-Work-with-Us/?locale=en_US

To learn about available winter recreation positions and other after-school programs, visit the City’s Recreation Jobs webpage https://jobs.toronto.ca/recreation.

Additional job postings for winter recreation will continue to be added in the coming weeks.

For tips on how to apply and get hired, visit the City’s Recreation Jobs webpage: https://www.toronto.ca/home/jobs/information-for-applicants/recruitment-initiatives/recreation-jobs/new-applicants/how-to-get-hired-in-recreation/

Quotes:

“We're excited to bring on board passionate individuals who are ready to embrace the chill and make this winter season truly exceptional. As the largest employer of youth and students, I am proud that the City of Toronto can offer thousands of good jobs at fair wages for anyone seeking part-time employment. These important employment opportunities connect people to a pathway to success.”
– Mayor Olivia Chow

“Winter recreation jobs are an opportunity to grow, develop skills and even find a permanent position. These jobs provide valuable work experience, a chance to build a network and an opportunity to highlight one’s strengths in a dynamic environment.”
- Councillor Alejandra Bravo (Davenport), Chair, Economic & Community Development Committee

“These positions offer young individuals practical experience, while also addressing seasonal demands in a way that directly benefits our local economy. We’re proud to invest in local talent and support our youth as they develop their skills and contribute to our team.”
- Councillor Paul Ainslie (Scarborough-Guildwood)

Toronto is home to more than three million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, innovation and climate action, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses. For more information visit www.toronto.ca or follow us on X at www.x.com/CityofToronto, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/cityofto or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cityofto.

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Media contact: Media Relations, media@toronto.ca

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