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At Haida Gwaii Recreation (HG Rec), we provide programs in various rented venues across the island. Our aim is to make program delivery as seamless as possible for instructors while ensuring programs are accessible and sustainable for the community.
Send us a program proposal using our Google Form HERE.
We levy a 15% administration fee on all programs, which covers:
- Service Budgets & Planning Coaching: We guide you through designing, budgeting, and planning your program to meet cost-recovery goals.
- Venue Rentals: We handle booking and covering costs for spaces needed to host your program. We pay this directly so you don't have to.
- Marketing Support: We promote your program via Facebook/Instagram ads, printed posters, and other channels to help attract participants. We use both free/paid ads.
- E-Commerce/Payment Processing: We manage all participant registrations and payment processes, covering credit card fees (~2.9% + $0.30/transaction).
- WCB Coverage: We ensure you're covered under WorkSafeBC (0.7% of instructor pay)*.
- Insurance: Your program is covered under our $5 million Commercial General Liability policy, often a rental requirement for venues.
- Bookkeeping and Admin: We manage bookkeeping, participant communication, incidentals (e.g., illness cancellations), and other administrative tasks to keep your program running smoothly.
- Equipment: for most programs, we have access to equipment like yoga mats, fitness equipment, or otherwise to support your programs. If we do not have equipment, more time and consideration may be required to purchase within your program budget (comes from revenues) or we may consider applying for grant funding.
Here’s how it works:
- Program Costs: We calculate all program costs, including materials, supplies, your wage, venue rental, and the HG Rec administration fee.
- Cost-Recovery Budgeting: Using this information, we design, budget, and market a "cost-recovery" program to ensure minimum participant numbers are met to break even and ensure you’re paid.
- Participant Fees: Once participant numbers exceed the minimum required, anything above minus the 15% admin fee, is paid to you up to the class maximum.
- Seasonal Adjustments: We scale back regularly scheduled programs during summer (focusing on summer camps) and do not run programs over the winter holiday break.
- Submission Deadlines:
- February 1st for Spring/Summer programs - Programs will begin no earlier than the last first week of April. *
- August 1st for Fall/Winter programs - Programs will begin no earlier than the last week of September. **
- December 1st for Winter/Spring programs - Programs will begin no earlier than the third week of January. **
* This does not apply to Spring Break camps.
** This accounts for Agate Man Triathlon, funding reporting for Canada Summer Jobs, and other high-priority items the Rec Coordinator will be managing. Schools resume first week of September and venue booking requires staff back at school and may take up to two weeks.
***Schools resume first week of January and venue booking requires staff back at school and may take up to two weeks.
Want to Become Part of the HGREC Team?
The Haida Gwaii Recreation Commission is a non-profit society operated by a volunteer board of directors. Our mandate is to provide recreational opportunities to all communities on Haida Gwaii.
If you’re interested in being a part of our team, either as a volunteer or an instructor, please email us at info@hgrec.com with your name, phone number and preferred hours.
If you want to discuss programming in your community, you can also contact the Recreation Coordinator to discuss opportunities at coordinator@hgrec.com.
We're hiring!
After School Program Leader/Support Worker (aka Person of Rapport)
Haida Gwaii Recreation - After School Sports and Arts Initiative Program (ASSAI)
Wage and Hours
- $25-$28 per hour for 4-12 hours per week until beginning of June 2026
- Shifts run from 1:30-5:30 PM on three days (TBA) per week in Masset, and 1:30-5:30 PM one to two days (TBA) per week in Port Clements
Location and Positions Available
- Daaxiigan Sḵ'adaa Née School (Masset): 4 positions
- Port Clements Elementary: 3 positions
Posted: Sept 15th, 2025
Application Deadline: October 3, 2025
How to Apply: Email your resume, cover letter, and two references to AfterSchool@hgrec.com
About Haida Gwaii Recreation & After School Sports & Arts Initiative
Funded by the Province of BC through the Ministry of Tourism Arts and Culture and offered through Haida Gwaii Recreation, ASSAI supports School District #50 to offer safe, accessible, high-quality, and fun programming that meets the needs of their school communities. We develop and deliver after school programming in sport and arts for students in kindergarten to Grade 7 who face barriers to participation due to financial, geographical, cultural, family circumstances, behavioral and other factors. ASSAI aims to offer enriching programming that enhances participants’ overall health, learning, and well-being.
What we Offer
- Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training and skill-building, with funding provided for required certifications (First Aid, Food Safe, HIGH FIVE®)
- Health & Wellness Support: Funding available for activities such as a local gym membership or fitness classes
- Creative Work Environment: The chance to plan and deliver fun, engaging programs that support children’s growth and learning
- Team Collaboration: A supportive environment where you work alongside other leaders and support staff to make a positive impact
- Community Connection: The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with children, families, and community partners
What we Expect
Program Leader: Responsible for planning and delivering sports and arts programs, which includes safe, fun and age-appropriate activities focused on physical literacy, artistic processes, and skill development. Must be comfortable teaching kids a variety of art forms or sport/physical activities.
Support Worker: Responsible for being on-site at all program sessions and for assisting participants to take part in the planned activities, providing positive behavior support, and supporting children with challenging behaviors. Support workers may work individually with students or provide general support and supervision to the entire group. Support workers assist with program planning as well.
Requirements
- Clear criminal record and vulnerable sector checks
- Strong leadership, creativity, and assertiveness skills, with the ability to confidently lead activities with groups of up to 15 students
- Provide support to other leaders and students when needed
- Experience and an interest in building strong rapport with children aged 5-12
- Knowledge of age-appropriate, fun, and safe sports and/or arts activities
- A working knowledge of healthy child development
- Willingness to complete required certifications (First Aid, Food Safe, & HIGH FIVE®) with funding from HG Rec
- Ability to travel between Masset and Port Clements is an asset
- Proficiency in Google Drive and access to a laptop and internet connection are assets
- Ability to act as a Support Worker and a Program Leader is an asset
Duties
Including, but not limited to:
- Leading/supporting program activities (giving instructions, helping students participate, monitoring safety)
- Planning programs as a team (writing activity plans, purchasing supplies, preparing materials)
- Program delivery, debrief, clean up, and preparing snacks for students
- Working individually with students who have disabilities, diverse abilities, or challenges
- Managing and reporting challenging behaviors, as well as promoting prosocial behavior
- Building rapport with students, expressing a caring attitude, and modeling positive leadership
- Recording attendance and other documentation as needed
- Adhering to all ASSAI, HG Rec, and School District #50 policies
- Maintaining a high standard of health and safety during all activities.
- Participating in training and development opportunities when offered
Join us!
If you are passionate about supporting children’s growth through arts, sports, and inclusive programming, we would love to hear from you! We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences and encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. Together, we can help create a safe, supportive, and inspiring space for children in Masset and Port Clements to learn, play, and thrive.
Want to Become Part of the HGREC Team?
