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Full-time / Fixed-term contract / $20-22/hour
January 2 to March 14, 2026
Applications to be sent to [email protected]

Come join us in a positive work environment at Festival du Voyageur. We are hiring workers to help set up and take down Festival du Voyageur 2026.

Job Overview:
Under the supervision of the Site Manager and Foremen and while ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety rules, you will be responsible, among other things, for building, maintaining and dismantling various infrastructures necessary for the smooth running of the Festival du Voyageur.

This position is outdoors and requires working in very cold weather conditions for long periods of time.

Responsibilities vary based on assigned duties but include:

• Facility:
  Transport equipment from our warehouse to the park, Build fences, Park snow removal, Woodcutting, Build temporary walls with Christmas trees, Help set up the tent, Spreading of wood chips, Install stages, risers, temporary floors, tables and counters, Build a playground for children, Installation of snow blocks throughout the city and in the park, Installation of signs
• Maintenance:
  Garbage collection and recycling during the festival, Starting fires, Delivery of firewood, Repairs if necessary, Spread sand or gravel as needed.
• Dismantling/cleaning:
  Dismantling of fences, tents, stages and equipment, Cleaning of the site, Other tasks assigned by supervisor(s)

Qualifications:

• Basic understanding and use of hand/ power tools;
• Ability to work outdoors in cold weather for extended periods;
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly;
• Previous construction experience would be considered an asset;
• Ability to work alone and in a team setting;
• Ability to follow instructions;
• Attention to detail;
• Class 5 driver’s license preferred

The Festival du Voyageur is pleased to offer you:

• The opportunity to learn, grow and thrive in an exciting and unique work environment;
• Opportunity to improve your oral alternative language (English and/or French);
• Work experience in construction;
• Exposure to the Franco-Manitoban community and culture;
• Discount on official Festival du Voyageur merchandise;
• Free entry to Festival du Voyageur 2026 ;
• Letter of reference once the job is completed, if requested, and if the work was satisfactory.

We thank all applicants for your interest, however, only candidates selected for a job interview will be contacted. The Festival du Voyageur inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In all of our employment practices, including hiring, we are firmly committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, national origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital and family status, genetic characteristics, disability, and any other characteristics protected by the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Employment Equity Act.

JOB OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CANADA LIFE SCHOOL PROGRAM AT FESTIVAL DU VOYAGEUR

Are you looking for short-term employment during reading week?
Bilingual in French and English?
Experienced in working with kids?
If so, the school program needs your help and your energy!

Dates: February 13, 17, 18, 19, 20 2026
Hours: 9am to 3pm
Location: Parc du Voyageur (866 St. Joseph Street)

HERE ARE THE JOBS WE’RE LOOKING TO FILL:

Greeting staff
Qualities needed:

• Comfortable speaking to large and young audiences
• Good organizational skills
• Proactive attitude

Animator
Qualities needed:

• The love of the best classroom there is: the great outdoors!
• Passionate about working with kids
• A good sense of “débrouillardise” (aka – getting it done!)

To submit a CV, please contact:
Monique Olivier - Heritage and education programs manager
[email protected]

In addition, you'll also receive a full pass to Festival du Voyageur!