Travelling Exhibit Coordinator

425 Donald St. E Thunder Bay, Ontario

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as the Travelling Exhibit Coordinator. The Internship is a 12-month contract designed to assist in promoting and sharing the stories of Indigenous veterans from Northwestern Ontario through the exhibit Anishnaabe Zhiimaagnishii Inaadiziwin / Life of Indigenous Soldiers / Vie des Soldats Autochtones. The intern will travel to pow-wows and community events across the region, setting up interactive booths to raise awareness about the development of this travelling exhibit as well as travelling with the completed exhibit.

The program emphasizes community engagement and reconciliation, with a focus on gathering feedback, fostering dialogue, and sharing and gathering stories of resilience and service. Interns will serve as ambassadors of the exhibit, helping to connect communities to this important historical initiative.

Full Time

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11/5/2026

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• Assist with the setup and takedown of the travelling exhibit at various locations.
• Deliver educational programming and presentations related to the exhibit.
• Engage with community members, including Indigenous Elders, veterans, and youth, to facilitate meaningful interactions and discussions.
• Conduct oral history interviews.
• Coordinate logistics for exhibit transportation and scheduling.
• Promote the exhibit through social media, local media, and community outreach.
• Collect feedback and data to help evaluate the success of the exhibit.

• Strong interest in Indigenous history and veterans'' stories.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with community engagement and outreach is an asset.
• Proficiency in social media and other promotional tools.
• Must be available to travel within Northwestern Ontario.
• Valid G licence.

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must reside in Northern Ontario for the duration of the contract.
• Must not have previously been employed through the NOHFC People and Talent Program.
• Must have a clear certified criminal record check.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as workload demands.
• Must sign a confidentiality agreement.

• Closing Date/Apply by: ASAP/Until Filled

Resume with covering letter emailed or mailed to:
Mr. Michael deJong, Curator/Archivist
Thunder Bay Museum
425 Donald St.

E.
Thunder Bay, ON P7E 5V1
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