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Job Posting&nbsp;Executive Director&nbsp;The Couchiching Conservancy&nbsp;Location: Orillia, Ontario&nbsp;Reports to: Board of Directors&nbsp;Duration:&nbsp; Permanent, Full-Time&nbsp;Deadline for Submissions:&nbsp; January 13, 2026&nbsp;Start Date:&nbsp;ideallyaboutMay 1, 2026Compensation:&nbsp;$95,000-$110,000 &nbsp;About the Couchiching Conservancy&nbsp;The Couchiching Conservancy is a charitable land trust with a mission to protect nature for future generations.&nbsp; &nbsp;Since 1993, we have worked with landowners, donors, volunteers, and conservation partners to permanently protect over 15,000 acres of ecologically significant habitat in our region.&nbsp;We are powered by a deeply dedicated network of supporters, many with a lifelong commitment to the organization.&nbsp; With 11 full-time staff, hundreds of volunteers, and a growing base of members and donors, the Couchiching Conservancy is recognized as one of Ontario’s leading regional land trusts.&nbsp; We are accredited nationally, guided by science, and grounded in a deep love for the lands and waters of our region.&nbsp; &nbsp;Position Summary&nbsp;The Executive Director (ED) provides visionary leadership and strategic direction for the Couchiching Conservancy.&nbsp; Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for advancing the Conservancy’s mission through effective management of staff and programs, financial sustainability, community engagement, and a long-term conservation strategy.This is an opportunity for a proven non-profit leader who combines a passion for conservation with strong organizational, financial, and relationship-building skills.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;Leadership and Strategy&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead the implementation of the Conservancy’s strategic plan and long-term vision for land protection &amp; stewardship in the Couchiching region. </li><li>Oversee land acquisition and protection projects from negotiation to completion. </li><li>Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace culture among staff and volunteers. </li><li>Represent the Conservancy as a regional conservation leader and partner, engaging with landowners, Indigenous communities, conservation organizations, and government.</li></ul>Fundraising and External Relations&nbsp;<ul><li>Oversee and participate in all aspects of fundraising, including major gifts, planned giving, grants, and multi-year campaigns. </li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, supporters, and community stakeholders. </li><li>Serve as a visible and trusted ambassador for the Conservancy, articulating the mission and inspiring public support.&nbsp;</li></ul>Governance and Board Relations&nbsp;<ul><li>Work closely with the Board of Directors to support effective governance, policy development, and strategic decision-making, particularly on land acquisitions. </li><li>Communicate regularly and transparently with the Board regarding operations, challenges, and opportunities.&nbsp;</li></ul>Organizational and Financial Management<ul><li>Provide leadership and support to a passionate and skilled team of 11 full-time staff and an active volunteer community. </li><li>Ensure sound financial management, including annual budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to the Board. </li><li>Oversee all operations and ensure compliance with charitable regulations and Canadian Land Trust Standards and Practices.&nbsp;</li></ul>Qualifications&nbsp;<ul><li>Proven leadership experience in the non-profit or charitable sector; experience in land conservation or with other branches of the environmental sector is a strong asset. </li><li>Demonstrated success in fundraising, donor relations, and external communications. </li><li>Strong financial management, budgeting, and organizational development skills. </li><li>Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities. </li><li>Experience managing teams and fostering an equitable, inclusive, and positive workplace. </li><li>Experience negotiating and completing land acquisition transactions an asset. </li><li>Familiarity with Ontario’s environmental and land-use context, including conservation easements, land stewardship, and community partnerships. </li><li>Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree or equivalent experience in a related field (e.g., environmental studies, non-profit management, business administration) preferred.&nbsp;</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits&nbsp;The Couchiching Conservancy offers a competitive salary in the range of $95,000-110,000 along with a health benefit and retirement investment program, and professional development opportunities.&nbsp;Working Conditions&nbsp;<ul><li>Work location: Grant’s Woods, 1485 Division Rd W, Severn, ON </li><li>Travel: required to attend meetings and events and visit CC properties </li><li>Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week; may be required to work beyond regular work hours to attend a variety of meetings, events and programs </li><li>Site visits: visit and assess remote and rugged areas on CC properties&nbsp;</li></ul>How to Apply&nbsp;Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to <a href="mailto:hiring@couchconservancy.ca" target="_blank">hiring@couchconservancy.ca</a> with the subject line “Executive Director Application – [Your Name]” by January 13, 2026.&nbsp;The Couchiching Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve and the landscapes we protect.&nbsp;

The Couchiching Conservancy

Executive Director

Title of Job:&nbsp;Life Enrichment Worker Date: January 8, 2025 Closing Date:&nbsp;January 22, 2025 Location: Orillia, ON - Back to Home Orillia Compensation:&nbsp;$50,409 - $59,904 Annually Prorated Contract Duration: until January 15, 2027 Work Type:&nbsp;Onsite Job ID:&nbsp;10337929 Existing or New Positions:&nbsp;ExistingWho We Are: LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complex issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving 20,573 annually and providing 1,856 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.&nbsp;Job Summary: The Life Enrichment Worker (LEW) is responsible for working within an interdisciplinary team and enhancing the quality of life for older adults and seniors living within a LOFT Program who are facing complex challenges. These complex challenges could include mental health and/or addiction challenges, cognitive impairment, ongoing physical health issues, responsive behaviours and/or other neurological disorders. The LEW is responsible for the effective operation and delivery of all recreational programming, which includes assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating a variety of innovative recreational, educational, or therapeutic program activities that will support the achievement of optimal individualized care for the client, and further assists in building their interpersonal relationships and social skills. This position will include both individual and group work. What You Will Do:<ul><li>Oversee the assessment of clients to determine their&nbsp;ability for program participation.</li><li>Execute a therapeutic program targeted toward what the client requires most.</li><li>Manage the assessment of physical and social needs of the client to ensure program meets client’s needs.</li><li>Observe, analyze, and record clients' participation, reactions, and progress during programs, modifying treatment programs as needed.</li><li>Counsel and encourage clients to develop leisure activities.</li><li>Work with clients’ treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs.</li><li>Conduct recreational therapy sessions to improve clients' mental and physical well-being.</li><li>Instruct client in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art, or relaxation techniques, designed to meet their specific physical or psychological needs.</li><li>Work with the Manager&nbsp;to ensure that the personal care plan for each client is in conjunction with the care team and family and based on the client’s needs and preferences and monitor each client’s progress as it relates to the client’s care plan.</li><li>Work with each client’s circle of care to support&nbsp;appropriate transition to Long Term Care when needed.</li><li>Identify areas of risk and recommend and/or take actions as appropriate.</li><li>Maintaining accurate records and files on the provision of service to residents/clients</li><li>Ensure training objectives and requirements are met while ensuring on-going training and development for staff, students, and volunteers.</li><li>Recognize and communicate training needs of program.</li><li>Participate in on call rotation regularly and as required.</li><li>Undertake special projects and tasks as assigned.</li><li>Provide other duties, as assigned by Program Manager</li></ul>What You Bring:<ul><li>Degree and/or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or recreation with a therapeutic concentration</li><li>Minimum 2 years’ experience with vulnerable older adults and seniors who may be living with mental illness, cognitive and neurological illnesses, addiction challenges and/or responsive behaviors who have been longer term hospital patients.</li><li>Knowledge and training in GPA, Montessori Methods for Dementia, PIECES and Restorative Care</li><li>Knowledge and proven experience working with clients in a PSR (Psychosocial Rehabilitation) approach.</li><li>First Aid and CPR certification.</li><li>Ability to organize and work with individuals and groups in the areas of assessment, program planning and problem solving.</li><li>Ability to interact with clients in a positive and supportive manner.</li><li>Physically able to perform required duties.</li><li>Good oral and written skills; excellent computer skills; ability to follow written and verbal instructions.</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a team environment.</li><li>Demonstrated effectiveness working with minimal supervision with proven reliability and trustworthiness.</li><li>A valid drivers’ license and access to your own vehicle is required.</li><li>Ability to communicate in a different language, an asset</li><li>Ability to communicate in a different language, an asset</li><li>An understanding of cultural competency and framework</li><li>Ability to drive agency van&nbsp;</li></ul>Work Environment:<ul><li>Will be required to work in resident rooms and may be exposed to second hand smoke.</li><li>Required to be on after-hours on call, on a rotating schedule.</li><li>Walk up and down stairs, physically able to assist client with daily living activities 10%-20% travel to different locations with transit and/or own vehicle, outdoor travel, Lifting objects up to 50 lbs.</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>E-learning program available all year round</li><li>Starting vacation time above minimum standard,</li><li>Additional paid personal and paid sick days</li><li>Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career</li><li>Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness</li><li>Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program</li><li>Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion</li></ul>Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.Note:<ul><li>A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.</li><li>This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position&nbsp;</li></ul>

LOFT Community Services

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Title of Job: Cook Date: January 5, 2025 Closing Date: January 19, 2026 Location:&nbsp;Toronto, ON - Orillia Complex Care and Senior Services Compensation: $23.07/hr&nbsp; Work Type: Onsite Job ID: 10497656 Existing or New Position: ExistingWho We Are: LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complex issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving 20,573&nbsp;annually and providing 1,856 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.Job Summary: The Cook renders a range of services that relate to the operation of the kitchen. These responsibilities include the preparation and service of food for the meals as scheduled and for other special occasions as requested and the storing and stocking of food. Cleaning duties pertaining to maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining room, as well as other delegated responsibilities, are included to ensure the efficient operation of the kitchen’s food service. What You Will Do:Prepare/cook the food for scheduled meals, snacks, and other occasions, as requested, according to the menu plan; prepare/cook appropriate food for those on special diets as required.Ensure that the standard of quality for the food service is maintained.Ensure utensils, etc. are available for meals as scheduled.Serve meals at specified times.Clear and clean tables in the dining room area after the mealtime is finished.Clean all dishes, utensils and equipment used in the preparation and service of the food provided by the kitchen.Clean all stoves, refrigerators, freezers, cupboards, pantries and all other equipment and areas that are associated with kitchen food service.Monitor inventory of storage areas and refrigerator/freezer units; accept and store deliveries/food in proper areas and according to policy.Other related duties as assigned by the Food Services CoordinatorWhat You Bring:Several years of kitchen/cooking experience and/or trainingKnowledge of equipment used in the preparation of foodKnowledge of health standards for the handling and storage of foodKnowledge of nutrition standards and special diet requirementsKnowledge of occupational Health and Safety StandardsValid Food Handler’s CertificateKey Skills and Competencies:Ability to communicate in English, oral and written.Work Environment: Since the workplace involves working in resident/tenant member’s own homes, staff may be subjected to secondhand smoke while performing their job duties. The following physical movements are required as part of the regular routines of the job: Frequency:Standing – ongoing dailyWalking – ongoing dailySitting – 1.5 hrs/day (breaks)Climbing – stairs to staff room and washroomLifting (floor to waist) – twice/week – max. 35 lbsLifting (waist to shoulder) – ongoing daily – under 10 lbsRepetitive bending, lifting, twisting or turning – 2 hrs/dayCrouching – 1-2 times/dayReaching – 1 hour/day sporadicallyKneeling – 1-2 times/dayBending – 1 hour/day, sporadicallyWeight factors - Frequency per day:Under 2 lbs – ongoingUnder 5 lbs – ongoingUnder 10 lbs – 2 hours/day, twice/day15-20 Pounds – 8 times/day20-30 lbs – occasionally, 1-2 times/day30-50 lbs – twice/dayUse of equipment such as a trolley is provided for staff to move heavy items to and from the work/preparation area.What We Offer:E-learning program available all year roundCorporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife FitnessAccess to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount programAccess to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and InclusionOur Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.Note:A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position.

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Mariposa Ecological Initiative is a new organization committed to fostering sustainable ecological practices and community engagement. Our mission is to create a positive impact on the environment through collaboration and innovative solutions that protect biodiversity and their habitats by working with local and municipal partners. We aim to connect people to nature through community science projects within the Lake Couchiching region, whether it’s building a native perennial garden for pollinators, advocating for better policy or helping educate the public on various topics.&nbsp;<h2>What you will do</h2><ul><li>Provide strategic leadership and governance to the organization.</li><li>Participate in board meetings and contribute to decision-making processes.</li><li>Support fundraising efforts and community outreach programs.</li><li>Ensure the organization’s financial stability and compliance with regulations.</li><li>Collaborate with other board members and the executive team to achieve organizational goals.</li></ul><h2>What we are looking for&nbsp;</h2><ul><li>Treasurer - help maintain financial records, conduct banking transactions and assist in grant applications</li><li>Secretary - keeping track of what's happening at our meetings, organize minutes &amp; meeting agendas and assist with communications&nbsp;</li><li>Director - contribute towards the organization's mission through project planning, coordinating local events and educational opportunities in the community</li></ul><h2>Why join us?</h2><ul><li>Be part of a passionate team dedicated to ecological sustainability.</li><li>Opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.</li><li>Flexible meeting schedules and collaborative work environment.</li></ul><h2>Serving the areas of:&nbsp;</h2><ul><li>Orillia, ON, Canada</li><li>Severn, ON, Canada</li><li>Ramara, ON Canada</li></ul>

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