Job Description

Parks Canada - Manitoba Field Unit


Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site (Manitoba), The Forks National Historic Site (Manitoba), Winnipeg (Manitoba)


SU-01 - Student - Heritage Presenter


May to September 2026


$17.75 to $21.60 per hour

Closing date: 9 January 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:

Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Apply online

Important messages

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We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.


Assessment accommodation


When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.


Application pull dates;


December 1, 2025 January 9, 2026


Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.



We will only accept on-line applications received via the emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca site.



All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. Following are some of the benefits associated with applying on-line.



Applicants can create a profile and a resume that can be used when applying for other processes without having to recreate a new application each time. Applicants can modify their application/resume at any time BEFORE the closing date indicated on the job advertisement. Applicants can verify the status of their applications, at any time. Applicants can be notified electronically of tests or interviews and results. For some jobs, applicants will find important information, namely the job questionnaire and a complete statement of merit criteria that are only available when applying on-line.


To submit an application on-line, please select the button "Apply Online" below.



Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact the person listed below prior to the closing date.

Duties

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The Manitoba Field Unit operates Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site in St. Andrews, Manitoba and the Forks National Historic site in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Student Heritage Presenters are integral in welcoming visitors and promoting Parks Canada's mandate by delivering historic tours and demonstrating heritage crafts all while wearing either a historic costume or uniform.




This unique style of presentation, called heritage interpretation, aims to connect our visitors to Manitoba's captivating stories.



Our team is continually broadening their knowledge on the signing of Treaty 1, the fur trade, Indigenous cultural heritage and the mid-nineteenth century among many other subjects with the hopes of inspiring visitors to care for our special places. Student Heritage Presenters will learn animation activities such as cooking, blacksmithing, gardening, woodworking and knitting to engage the public and help them make lasting memories.



During May and June, our team is largely focused on delivering educational tours and workshops for school groups. In July and August, Student Heritage Presenters cater to a broad demographic of visitors and are expected to deliver guided tours, historic workshops, heritage demonstrations, theatrical productions and much more!



Our staff are truly outstanding and remarkable because they are willing to learn and try new things. At our heritage places, student Heritage Presenters are passionate about their work and share their passion with colleagues, Canadians and visitors from around the world.



We look forward to meeting the next group of bright students that will become our fantastic team!

Work environment

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Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada's outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.

Intent of the process

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The intent of this process is to hire students for the spring and summer of 2026. Please ensure you clearly demonstrate that you meet the experience and education criteria in your answers to the screening questions.



The results of this competition may be used to fill future vacancies.

Positions to be filled:

Number to be determined

Information you must provide

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Your resume.


Contact information for 2 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

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EDUCATION



Enrolled in post-secondary education or a High school student


Degree equivalency


Experience:

Experience working with young people;


Experience in public speaking;


Experience in working with the public.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

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Various language requirements

Bilingual Imperative

English Essential


Information on language requirements

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

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Parks Canada is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from youth facing barriers to employment, in particular Indigenous peoples, members of visible minority groups, and persons with disabilities. If you meet these criteria, you may optionally specify in your application.

Conditions of employment

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Reliability Status security clearance; Willingness to wear Parks Canada uniform and historic costume; Willingness to work varied hours, weekends, evenings and holidays; Willingness to stand or walk for long periods of time in varied terrains and weather conditions; Possess and maintain a Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License.

Other information

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The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.


Information on employment equity


Manitoba Field Unit does not offer staff housing.



Parks Canada is committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act, and strives to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian society. We encourage women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of a visible minority group to self-identify in their application.



In accordance with paragraph 8(2)(a) of the Privacy Act, information or material, whether provided directly by the candidate or otherwise obtained by the selection board, used during the selection process for the purpose of assessing a candidate may be used as part of the selection review and recourse processes. Such relevant information may be provided to third parties, such as other candidates or their representatives, who have a legitimate reason to be aware of that information.



We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.