Program Logistics Coordinator
Canada Summer Jobs | Minden, Ontario
Outward Bound Canada is passionate about building and sustaining representation and diversity within the outdoor industry. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. BIPoC, 2SLGBTQ+, and candidates living with a disability are highly encouraged to apply, even if your experience does not precisely match the job description for this role. Your experience, skills, and passion will set you apart — tell us about your achievements and journey to date, and the things you learned along the way.
Who We Are
Outward Bound Canada (OBC) is a national charity that equips youth with the skills, confidence, and resilience they need to thrive through powerful, life-changing experiences in nature. Our programs combine outdoor adventure with intentional learning to build leadership, social and emotional intelligence, and a deep sense of responsibility to community and the environment.
We are committed to breaking down barriers to access and creating meaningful opportunities for youth who have been historically underrepresented in outdoor and leadership spaces. Equity, inclusion, and belonging are central to our work, and we actively strive to ensure the outdoor sector reflects the full diversity of Canada.
The Role
The Program Logistics Coordinator helps ensure that programs at OBC’s Ontario North base run smoothly and safely. Based out of Kinark Outdoor Centre in Minden, this is an on-site, hands-on role that supports instructors, course directors, and the wider program team by keeping track of program gear, camp supplies, transportation needs, and the day-to-day logistical details that allow courses to operate without interruption.
Behind every course that heads into the field is a base team that makes sure everything is ready. The Logistics Coordinator is a key part of that team — helping prepare for student arrivals, supporting field teams while programs are in progress, and maintaining an organized, welcoming, and well-functioning base throughout the season.
This is a Canada Summer Jobs funded position. Candidates who hold a valid driver’s licence and are 25 or older are particularly encouraged to apply, as this opens up additional opportunities to support transportation logistics during the season.
What We Offer
• Location: On-site, Kinark Outdoor Centre, Minden, Ontario
• Compensation: $17.60 per hour
• Term: Summer contract, 8 weeks at 35 hours per week. Start date flexible, anticipated May or June 2025
• Benefits: Employee Assistance Plan included
• Supervisor: Regional Program Manager
• Application Deadline: April 30th, 2026
Key Responsibilities
• Support the day-to-day operations of the Ontario Wilderness base so programs run safely and on time.
• Prepare and organize program gear, including clothing, camping equipment, food supplies, and safety materials, making sure everything is clean, complete, and ready for instructors and students before each course.
• Assist with packing and unpacking program trips, following clear checklists so field teams have everything they need before heading out.
• Help coordinate transportation for program groups, including arranging pick-ups and drop-offs, confirming schedules, and communicating changes to staff teams.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of equipment and supplies, noting what needs repair or replacement and supporting basic upkeep of gear throughout the season.
• Support instructors and managers with on-site needs, including preparing basecamp spaces, organizing shared resources, and helping with transitions as groups arrive and depart.
• Participate in safety practices at the base, including monitoring equipment condition, supporting emergency readiness, and following OBC’s risk management guidelines.
• Assist with simple administrative tasks connected to logistics, such as organizing paperwork, tracking supply usage, and helping update program boards.
• Create a welcoming environment for participants by supporting arrival day set-up, helping greet groups, and offering calm, patient support when students need guidance or reassurance.
• Work collaboratively with the whole base team, contributing to a positive and supportive atmosphere where instructors, students, and staff feel set up for success every day.
• Take part in team meetings, briefings, and debriefings, bringing forward observations that help improve program flow, accessibility, and safety.
• Perform other tasks and projects as required to support team and organizational goals.
Eligibility
This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs. To be eligible, applicants must:
• Be between 15 and 30 years old at the start of their employment.
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the job.
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial legislation and regulations, including having a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment.
Qualifications and Experience
• Experience in logistics, operations, outdoor programming, camp, or a related environment is an asset but not required.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple moving parts calmly and accurately.
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in variable weather conditions in the Ontario wilderness.
• Collaborative team player who takes initiative and communicates clearly.
• Patient and approachable when working with youth in a program setting.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace or similar tools an asset.
Additional Assets
• Valid driver’s licence. Candidates aged 25 or older with a clean driving record are particularly well positioned to take on transportation coordination responsibilities.
• Experience working with youth in an outdoor, camp, or community setting.
• Familiarity with outdoor gear, equipment care, or expedition logistics.
• Wilderness First Responder Certification.
Working Conditions
Environment
On-site at OBC’s Minden base and surrounding program areas. Work takes place both indoors and outdoors in variable weather conditions.
Work Hours
35 hours per week over 8 weeks. Schedules are aligned with program delivery needs. Some evenings and weekends will be required.
Physical Demands
This is a physically active role. You will be lifting, carrying, and moving gear regularly, working outdoors in varying conditions, and staying on your feet for extended periods.
Safety
Completion of WHMIS, Standard First Aid, and other required safety training prior to or at start of employment.
We are excited to hear from you. Please share not just your credentials but your story: what brought you to this work, what you have learned, and why Outward Bound Canada feels like the right fit.
