Opportunity:
Parkgate Society is seeking a Community Events Coordinator to support the planning and delivery of our annual Parkgate Community Day, a free, all-ages summer celebration that brings together over 500 local residents for a vibrant afternoon of food, music, games, crafts, and community connections. There will also be opportunities to plan and assist with other smaller-scale summer events hosted by Parkgate Society.
Reporting to the Communications & Engagement Manager, the successful candidate will assist in coordinating event logistics, liaising with community groups, vendors, and performers, and supporting promotional and sponsorship efforts. Additionally, this role may also be expected to support the volunteer program and its coordinator as needed.
This position is ideal for a creative and organized individual looking to gain experience in event planning, community outreach, and communications.
Contract Details:

• June 2 – July 25, 2025
• Full-time, 35 hours per week, for (8) weeks.
• Hourly Wage: $22.50 per hour (Canada Summer Jobs wage subsidy applied).
• Location: Parkgate Community Centre, North Vancouver.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and delivery of Parkgate Community Day and other summer events.
• Communicate with entertainers, vendors, sponsors, businesses, and community organizations.
• Support event logistics including activity planning, site layout, and scheduling.
• Provide ongoing support to the volunteer program and its coordinator as needed.
• Help develop and distribute promotional materials (e.g., posters, flyers, social media).
• Identify, approach, and secure event sponsors to support summer events, building mutually beneficial partnerships with local businesses and organizations.
• Provide on-site support on event days, including setup, troubleshooting, and cleanup.
• Contribute to post-event evaluation and wrap-up tasks.

Required Skills and Knowledge Must-Haves:

• Must meet Canada Summer Jobs eligibility (ages 15–30, legally entitled to work in Canada).
• Strong communication, planning, and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity and an interest in community events.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Comfortable engaging with the public and managing multiple tasks.
• A clear Criminal Records Check for Vulnerable Persons will be required prior to hiring.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with event planning, marketing, or sponsorships.
• Familiarity with creative tools i.e., Canva, social media platforms, or basic design tools.
• Interest in working in the non-profit, event, or community engagement sector.

Parkgate Society is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming environment where all community members feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from diverse communities, including people of colour, Indigenous peoples, individuals with disabilities, and people of any sexual orientation or gender identity. If you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources Department.
If you are interested and meet our criteria, please forward your resume and cover letter, describing why you are a strong candidate for this opportunity, by email to [email protected].
Please note: This position may be funded by Canada Summer Jobs, in which case candidates will need to qualify according to their guidelines which include but are not limited to:

• Be between the ages of 14 and 30.
• Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident.
• Be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Be available for the duration of the job.
• Be able to work the minimum number of hours required by the employer.

About Parkgate Community Services Society:
Parkgate Community Services Society is a registered, not-for-profit charitable organization providing programs and services to our friends and neighbours at Parkgate Community Centre, Seymour Youth Centre, and the new Lynn Creek Community Centre. With over one hundred staff, we are a diverse and welcoming team, committed to making this a great place to live, work, and play. We pride ourselves on being community-driven, community-inspired, and community-supported.
With a vision of a vibrant, connected community, Parkgate Society (PS) creates opportunities for people in our community to live life better. We support this vision through the development of a unique and diverse blend of accessible low-cost, and no-cost programs and services, created in direct response to community needs; primarily serving children, youth, families, and seniors.
Our dedicated and welcoming staff team, along with our many active volunteers, including our Board of Directors, are all committed to making Parkgate Society a welcoming and inclusive community services organization.
About Parkgate Community Services Society:

Parkgate Community Services Society is a registered, not-for-profit charitable organization providing programs and services to our friends and neighbours at Parkgate Community Centre and satellite locations east of the Seymour River. We provide services to youth and seniors and we operate an extensive child care and family services program. With more than one hundred people on staff over the course of the year, we are a diverse and welcoming team committed to making this a great place to live, work and play. We pride ourselves on being community-driven, community-inspired and community-supported.