2026 Hall B Interactive Program Area - Program Attendant

Job Title:
Hall B Interactive Program Area Contract Period:
August 21st-September7th, 2026
**** Pay Rate: $17.60 / hr

Looking for a summer job that’s fun, by the waterfront and gets you access to one of Toronto’s most iconic events? Come join our team at the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE)!

The CNE, often affectionately referred to as The Ex, is Canada’s largest community event and one of the top ten agricultural fairs in North America, attracting approximately 1.6 million visitors annually over the course of its 18-day run. With something for everyone, the CNE offers a wide range of attractions and interactive entertainment experiences including: concerts, midway rides and games, shopping, exhibits, tech and gaming hubs, food and wacky treats!

Join the team and be part of this summer tradition, helping us inspire Canadians and create memories!

• Facilitate staff rotation schedule, including break coverage, Program Attendant placement, and assigning Program Runners to areas of high demand
• Provide the Program Assistant with daily debriefs on staff performance, program operations, and potential improvements
• Lead daily shift meeting with updates from the Program Assistant and other Program Supervisors
• Ensure staff are engaged with guests and kept on task
• Ensure staff arrive at stations promptly and take breaks as scheduled
• Be the point of contact for any issues that may arise in the program area including lost children, guest complaints, technology malfunctions, and customer assistance.
• Answer questions and provide info to guests regarding the exhibits, activations, attractions, facilities, and services
• Document participation and interest of guests at key areas and times throughout the 18-day fair
• Ensure that program areas are properly maintained, on schedule, and always presentable

• Ability to work in environments with low lights, flashing lights, strobe lights, high noise volumes, and moving projections
• Ability to stand or remain in stationary position for extended periods of time
• Ability to work indoors for extended periods of time
• Comfortable with loud noises and crowds
• Comfortable in instructing, aiding, and facilitating simple tech-based activations
• Comfortable in the troubleshooting, resetting, and monitoring of simple tech-based activations
• Required to dress in appropriate uniform

• Highly efficient and organized
• Able to co-ordinate 20+ staff members
• Reliable and enthusiastic
• Public Speaking Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Friendly Disposition
• Good Judgment
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Advanced customer service
• Leadership Skills

• Minimum Age Requirement: 14 years
• Advanced customer service, problem-solving, communication, leadership, and staff management experience required
• Available to work flexible hours all 18 days of the fair (August 21 – September 7, 2026), including evenings, weekends, and Labour Day
• Available to attend mandatory one day of staff orientation and one day of staff training, taking place between August 4 – August 20, 2026. Exact dates to be confirmed

• Customer Service Skills
• Event Coordination Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Teamwork
• Self-motivation Skills
• Adaptability
• Communication Skills

$17.60 - $17.60 an hour

At the CNE we are committed to fostering adiverse,inclusiveandaccessible work environment where all employees feel valued,respected and supported.

The CNE offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange an interview, please advise usif you require accommodation.

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