Website The Waterfront District BIA
We’re looking for an outgoing, community-minded individual to join our team as a Tourism Ambassador this summer. If you love talking to people, enjoy being outdoors, and want to help make Thunder Bay’s Waterfront District a must-visit destination, this is the role for you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Be the Face of the Waterfront District:
- Greet visitors, answer questions, and help both tourists and locals discover businesses, attractions, and hidden gems in the area.
- Share info about upcoming events, cultural experiences, and services available in the district.
- Assist with event days and special programming by welcoming guests and providing wayfinding support.
- Support Local Businesses:
- Actively promote businesses by distributing promotional materials and helping boost foot traffic.
- Provide updates to the BIA team on new business openings and general visitor feedback.
- Assist businesses with small marketing opportunities like photo ops with the BIA content creator or social shout-outs.
- Enhance the Visitor Experience:
- Share district maps, event flyers, and recommendations for things to do, places to eat, and where to shop.
- Be an extra set of eyes on the street to support BIA safety and hospitality initiatives.
- Community Connection:
- Support community-based organizations by sharing their events held in the Waterfront District, services, and initiatives with visitors.
- Help create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
- Professional & Personal Growth:
- Gain valuable public-facing experience in tourism, marketing, and community outreach.
- Build communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills by working in diverse real-world situations.
Qualifications:
- Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable approaching and talking to new people.
- Reliable, punctual, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Physically able to work outdoors (rain or shine) and on your feet for extended periods.
- Comfortable with light physical tasks (carrying event materials).
- Good problem-solving skills with a proactive attitude.
- Awareness of local businesses, events, and Thunder Bay attractions is an asset (but we’ll help train you too!).
Work Environment:
- Indoor office-based role for most of each workday.
- Exterior work for events and member outreach.
- Must be prepared for varying weather conditions for events.
Schedule & Compensation:
Job Type: Part-time (9 Weeks)
Hours: 30 hours per week
Hourly Rate: Starting at $17.60 per hour
Eligibility Requirements (Funded Position):
- Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment.
- A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or someone with refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act*.
- Legally entitled to work in Ontario.
(*International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they meet citizenship/residency requirements.)
How to Apply:
Please email your cover letter and resume with the subject line: LAST NAME – Tourism Ambassador 2026 to: wdbia.students@gmail.com. Posting open until filled. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
To apply for this job email your details to wdbia.students@gmail.com.