Coordinator, Transport

Canada Games: Québec, 2027

The Canada Games are the country’s largest multi-sport competition and will bring together more than 3,500 high-calibre athletes and coaches in Quebec City from February 27 to March 14, 2027, across 22 sports. Held every two years, alternating between summer and winter, the Games celebrate the perseverance and sportsmanship of young Canadian athletes.

Building the Team

The 2027 Canada Games Host Society is looking for bold minds to help create a legendary Games experience. Your mission? Join a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional moments for athletes and visitors alike, while building a lasting legacy of excellence and innovation for our community.

Your Role

History is made with the right people.

As Transportation Coordinator, you’ll play a key strategic role in planning and organizing transportation logistics for the entire Canada Games family – people and sports equipment included.

Reporting to the Director of transport and logistics, your talent and energy will help you:

• Coordinate the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and logistical planning related to various transportation components: vehicle fleet, transportation hub, bus operations, arrivals and departures, sports equipment transport, site-to-site participant transportation, accessible transport, dispatch and reservation systems, etc. ;
• Manage waiting areas and parking logistics across various transportation needs ;
• Support the planning of transportation schedules during the Games ;
• Assist in identifying and securing transportation suppliers and partners ;
• Organize and lead meetings of the transportation committee ;
• Oversee training and scheduling of volunteers assigned to transportation ;
• Support internal teams and volunteers in delivering effective and tailored transportation strategies ;
• Apply your talent to challenges that emerge along the way.

Keys to success

Want to join our team? Here's what it takes:

• College or technical diploma in operations management, logistics, transportation, event planning, recreation or a related field. A university degree is considered an asset;
• 3 years of experience managing operations, projects, or large-scale sporting events;
• Fluent in French (written and spoken); working knowledge of English;
• Comfortable in fast-paced, high-traffic environments – you thrive under pressure;
• Experience in a sports event environment is considered an asset;
• Experience managing volunteers is considered an asset;
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license;
• Based in the Quebec City region or ready to relocate to be part of the adventure;
• Criminal background check required;
• Authorization to work in Canada.

Winning Profile

• Impeccable organizational skills and a proud love for Excel spreadsheets;
• Master of logistics and planning – nothing escapes your radar;
• A positive attitude that brings people together and fuels collaboration;
• You don't wait for things to happen — your initiative leads the way;
• You anticipate challenges and turn roadblocks into stepping stones;
• Cool under pressure and ready to deliver, even when the heat is on;
• A team spirit that’s downright contagious;
• Versatile and ready to move at the Games' pace, even outside office hours.

Benefits

Joining our team means enjoying benefits that make a difference:

• Annual salary of $61,200;
• Full-time position, ending March 19, 2027;
• Flexible schedule that adapts to the Games' rhythm;
• 4 weeks of annual vacation from day one to maintain good balance;
• Additional winter holiday time;
• Comprehensive protection with a group insurance and RRSP;
• Support to stay active through a wellness program;
• Energetic atmosphere and challenges that match your ambitions.

Ready to make history with us?

Apply by sending your resume and cover letter before February 16, 2026. The expected start date is March 23, 2026.

The 2027 Canada Games Host Society provides an open and inclusive workplace. We subscribe to employment equity principles and implement an equal access employment program for women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities.