Community Outreach Coordinator - Hamilton

About the Role

If you care about the environment, working on a team, and getting involved in your community in Hamilton, this role might be a great fit for you!

Environmental Defence Canada (EDC) is a leading Canadian environmental advocacy organization that works with government, industry and individuals to defend clean water, a safe climate and healthy communities. EDC is looking for an outreach team member to support our regional coordinator in engaging the community in Hamilton. The pay is $22/hour.

Purpose of the Role

The Community Outreach Coordinator, who is currently residing in Hamilton, will be responsible for targeted outreach to communities in Hamilton.

Primarily, this role will involve engaging with people at events and festivals which requires the individual to have availability for evenings and weekends.

The outreach coordinator will work closely with other outreach staff and will report to the Project’s Engagement Manager.

Skills

• Ability to engage with the public in a friendly and professional manner
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for the environment and community engagement
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Access to a reliable vehicle and a valid Ontario driver’s license an asset

Location

Hamilton, Ontario.

To apply

Please apply through our hiring portal with your resume and a short introductory paragraph on why you would like to be part of EDC’s outreach team.

Please apply through our hiring portal: https://edc-careers.applytojobs.ca/

Individuals must be residing in Hamilton and have a connection to the community.

Application deadline: February 15, 2026 at 11:59 pm

Environmental Defence embraces equity and diversity and is committed to a workplace that is enriched by the people, needs and desires of Canada’s diverse community. We thank all candidates in advance for their application, but only those contacted for an interview will receive a reply