11 Camp Staff / Seasonal Jobs in Canada

JOB TITLE Cabin Leaders, Support Counsellors, Program Directors, Activity Instructors, Area Heads, Kitchen Assistants, and more!

JOB TYPE Seasonal Summer Camp Positions

REPORTS TO Camp Coordinator

SALARY Starting at $146/day depending on position

CLOSING DATE Positions will remain open until filled

START DATE June 2026

ABOUT CAMP POTLATCH

Located on 133 acres along the picturesque shores of Howe Sound, Camp Potlatch is a rustic wilderness site that provides a natural gateway into the rugged landscape of British Columbia’s South Coast. Sandy beaches and unspoiled hiking territory create an idyllic environment to work, explore and play! Even though it is less than an hour from Vancouver, the camp is truly isolated in pristine wilderness and is only accessible by boat. Wildlife sightings include – but are not limited to – whales, seals, porpoises, bears, and bald eagles! Adventure starts here!

SUMMER 2026 WORK OPPORTUNITIES

Camp Potlatch has a variety of opportunities available for our Summer Camp season, beginning in mid-June and wrapping up by the end of August. We hire a diverse staff team and look for candidates who are responsible, caring, creative, enthusiastic, and fun!

Camp Potlatch staff work to provide campers (children and youth ages 7-16) a fun and safe camping experience with a variety of programs including canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, archery, etc., as well as a 24-hour out-trip, either by land or by sea, where campers can sleep under the stars and help prepare their own meals.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (All positions):

• Clear criminal record check (vulnerable sector)
• Minimum of 19 years of age
• Previous camp experience
• Experience working with children and youth.
• Standard First Aid & CPR (Level C)
• Bronze Cross Certification
• Food safe Level 1

POSITION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Wilderness First Aid
• Advanced First Aid
• National Lifeguard (NL).
• Provincial Canoeing/Kayaking Certifications
• Pleasure Craft Operator License
• Belay Training by an accredited organization
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training
• Class 4 Driver’s License

Please refer to the staff application guide for more details about requirements for specific positions.

https://www.bgcbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Staff-Application-Guide.pdf

Note, we encourage everyone to apply. Suitable applicants may be offered positions without meeting minimum qualifications if they are able and willing to obtain qualifications prior to the start of their work contract.

ABOUT THIS POSITION

• A summer living and working on the ocean!
• Meals and accommodation provided
• Transportation (pick up and drop off from downtown Vancouver)
• Every other weekend off (flexibility with schedule required)
• Paid training
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential short-term counselling, online resources and information including support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing.
• Up to 2 paid sick days following 30 days of employment.
• Paid birthday off (June through August).
• Potential to apply and work in other positions and programs at BGC after summer

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Marc Couture, mcouture@bgcbc.ca.

Thank you in advance to all persons who apply for this position. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As it connects to our organizational core values, BGC encourages staff to show up as their best selves, including mutual respect, integrity, and accountability.