17 Event Specialist jobs in Canada

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Company Description

At Oliver and Bonacini, we have more than 30 years of event experience! Our expertise, professionalism and stand-out food and service set us apart as a leaders in the industry. From large-scale galas and fundraisers, client dinners, conferences and executive retreats, our event specialist work to fully customize events of all sizes and locations!

What's in it for you?

• Working for some of Toronto's most iconic venues and locations the city has to offer!
• Training and Development
• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal days
• Health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverage
• Discounted gym membership 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group life & disability insurance
• 50% dining discount for all O&B for you and up to 3 guests
• RRSP matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• O&B is one of Canada’s largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario and Quebec

Join our dynamic team as an Event Specialist, where you'll play a pivotal role in managing all inbound business inquiries and ensuring seamless event experiences. You will guide clients through the event cycle with meticulous attention to detail, using tools like Delphi and Social Tables to share accurate event information with both clients and our internal teams. Your commitment to exceptional service will not only delight our clients but also encourage them to return year after year.  If you’re passionate about events and dedicated to creating memorable experiences, we want to hear from you!

The Day to Day:

• Network and create relationships with new and current clients
• Communicate with clients, gather event details, prepare packages, and send event confirmation details to clients
• Uses sales tools to effectively close leads, including proposals, site tours and planning meetings
• Follow up with clients using information from post events creating opportunity for new bookings and Moment’s of Truth
• Show a superior level of customer service through client feedback & repeat events
• Has a keen eye for details & knows the important questions to ask when planning an event
• Manage time effectively to meet weekly deadlines for BEOs and responds efficiency to client requests
• contributes to the annual sales targets of the events team, and is able to accurately produce a forecast and speak to the business they are producing
• Contributes to the venue goals by sharing ideas and collaborating with team members.
• Can identify a great piece of business & present to management for negotiation
• Anticipates the needs of the operations and kitchen side of the business unit
• Offers a positive presence and attitude towards the work, team & company

Compensation
We offer a total compensation package ranging from $58,000 to $70,000 annually. Compensation is determined based on industry experience, tenure, and direct event planning background.

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience coordinating and selling a variety of events (inclusive of small, large and high profile functions)
• Prior understanding of equipment and event rentals 
• Prior administrative experience and exposure to marketing and sales
• Proven ability to work in a team environment with self-motivation and independent work ethic
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to engage clients
• IT/Computer savvy; proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Fanatical attention to detail, strong organizational skills and sales ability
• Ability to multi-task and maintain a level of professional urgency and momentum; excellent time management skills to prioritize tasks properly

** We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process. **

Because Great Events Don’t Just Happen – You Make Them Happen.

The Opportunity

You know better than anyone that it takes a village to produce a great event. After all, you’re usually the first person your friends and family ask to help out with events and projects – because you can do it all! Whether it’s organizing the equipment needed and making sure it’s all packed and ready, meeting guests and answering questions or showing up early to set up and staying late to tear down. And with your dedication, creative thinking, and natural charisma, there’s no better person to get things done.

The Corporate Events Specialist is a hands-on role that will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing various corporate events to ensure their success. Everything from assisting with setting up and tearing down to completing administrative tasks. This role requires a self-starter and someone who presents a high degree of professionalism.

A Place to Belong

AMA is more than a workplace; it’s a family. Together, we help protect the things that matter most to our more than one-million members—everything from roadside safety to retail savings, food security to childhood well-being. And with operations that span automotive, registries, travel, insurance and more, the opportunities to grow with us are almost limitless!

Building on a century of proud service in Alberta communities, we’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in the places where we live and work. And that all begins with our people. As part of the AMA team, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits
• Employer-paid retirement savings program
• Employee-exclusive discounts on travel, insurance, memberships, and more
• Free travel medical insurance for you and your immediate family
• Ongoing professional development
• Paid vacation and personal days, including a Volunteer Day and Me Day
• Flexible work models that make sense for your lifestyle

Who You Are

• You’re a spirited team player but also comfortable working independently. You’re a master at getting people involved and engaged with all the events and activities you coordinate.
• You get the importance of tying events and corporate purpose activities back to the Association and the brand.
• You love to organize, understand process is the foundation of any successful job, and have great attention to detail.
• You eat, sleep, and breathe ‘community.’ You love being part of something bigger than yourself.
• You're unflappable, not easily stressed, and you know that if something goes wrong that you're able to easily pivot to find a solution.
• You’re known for being easy-going, personable, outgoing and friendly – it’s part of your DNA.
• You’re accountable for your work and endeavor to deliver the best service possible.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Report to the Vice President, Corporate Purpose.
• Plan and execute events that AMA hosts with attendance ranging from 50 to 300.
• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Confidently negotiate contracts with vendors, suppliers and service providers.
• Incorporate innovative ideas and industry best practices with AMA’s values and culture.
• Oversee and participate in all aspects of event execution, including set-up, registration, audiovisual requirements, catering, and on-site coordination.

What You Bring to the Table

• You have a background in event management, marketing, communication or a related field.
• You’re no newbie. You’ve got at least seven (7) years of experience leading and planning corporate events of varying scopes and sizes - and you have the portfolio to prove it!
• You’ve got strong project management skills and able to manage multiple tasks.
• You’ve got a keen eye for detail and a creative mind.
• You’re proficient in event management software (such as Swoogo), Canva and Microsoft Office Suite.
• You’re willing to work flexible hours and travel as required for event coordination.
• Bonus points if you have a CMP designation.

Belonging Matters Here

AMA is committed to providing an inclusive, respectful, and accessible environment. If you require an accommodation at any time during our recruitment process, please contact . We’ll work with you feel supported throughout your journey with us.

Job Description

Company Description

At Oliver and Bonacini, we have more than 30 years of event experience! Our expertise, professionalism and stand-out food and service set us apart as a leaders in the industry. From large-scale galas and fundraisers, client dinners, conferences and executive retreats, our event specialist work to fully customize events of all sizes and locations!

What's in it for you?

• Working for some of Toronto's most iconic  venues and locations the city has to offer!
• Training and Development
• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal days
• Health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverage
• Discounted gym membership 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group life & disability insurance
• 50% dining discount for all O&B  for you and up to 3 guests
• RRSP matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• O&B is one of Canada’s largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario and Quebec

Join our dynamic team as an Event Specialist, where you'll play a pivotal role in managing all inbound business inquiries and ensuring seamless event experiences. You will guide clients through the event cycle with meticulous attention to detail, using tools like Delphi and Social Tables to share accurate event information with both clients and our internal teams. Your commitment to exceptional service will not only delight our clients but also encourage them to return year after year.  If you’re passionate about events and dedicated to creating memorable experiences, we want to hear from you!

The Day to Day:

• Secure wedding bookings across O&B properties through effective sales strategies, site tours, proposals, and client consultations.
• Develop and nurture client relationships — from initial inquiry through post-event follow-up — ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Curate personalized wedding experiences by guiding clients through menu creation, vendor coordination, budgeting, and event planning.
• Respond promptly to leads and client requests, preparing tailored packages and event confirmations in a timely and professional manner.
• Use sales tools and CRM systems to manage leads, track progress, and close business efficiently.
• Produce accurate event documentation, including BEOs (Banquet Event Orders), contracts, and client communications.
• Collaborate with kitchen and operations teams to anticipate needs and ensure seamless event execution.
• Contribute to overall sales targets by tracking individual performance, generating accurate forecasts, and identifying high-value opportunities.
• Support the team and venue success through collaboration, creative problem-solving, and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Represent the O&B brand with a positive, professional demeanor and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences.

• Post-secondary diploma/degree in Business or Hospitality
• Minimum 2 years’ experience coordinating and/or executing a variety of events (inclusive of small, large and high profile functions)
• Previous experience with planning and executing private dining functions is preferable
• Prior understanding of equipment and event rentals is an asset
• Prior administrative experience and exposure to marketing and sales an asset
• Prior restaurant experience is an asset
• Proven ability to work in a team environment with self-motivation and independent work ethic
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to engage clients
• IT/Computer savvy; proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook )
• Fanatical attention to detail, strong organizational skills and sales ability
• Ability to multi-task and maintain a level of professional urgency and momentum; excellent time management skills to prioritize tasks properly

** We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process. **

Oliver & Bonacini's Diversity Commitment 

At Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality, we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect. We strive to be fair and just, and create working environments where our employees can be at their best.

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POSITION:

Scene Ideas Inc. is looking to enhance our roster of on-call Warehouse Labour / Staging Specialists.  We are looking for high energy, positive and enthusiastic individuals who can thrive in a fast paced live events based business.  Our ideal candidates are team players with flexible schedules that enjoy completing a variety of different tasks each day.  This position will include working in several environments including onsite in our shop and warehouse and offsite at event job sites.  This role is suited for someone that is punctual with a positive attitude.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Assisting with general duties as needed in shop and warehouse.
• Assisting crews at event job sites as needed.
• Loading and unloading trucks with supplies and equipment as needed.
• Safely securing loads and protecting fragile items for shipping.
• Completing full and accurate documentation of all work performed.
• Following and maintaining safety standards and procedural guidelines. 
• Contributing to a positive, professional and team oriented atmosphere.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with clean driving record. 
• Must be certified to drive a forklift.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Capacity to establish priorities and work under pressure.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to liaise well with others and work within a team. 
• Problem solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to think critically and make sound decisions.
• Ability to work and think independently without direct supervision.
• Willingness to work additional time where necessary to complete tasks and meet deadlines.

EXPECTATIONS:

• To always conduct oneself in a courteous and professional manner.
• To contribute in positive ways that foster a collaborative, team orientated work environment.
• To always respond to all communications, verbal or written, in a timely manner.
• To approach workflow in a proactive fashion, following up with relevant parties as needed. 
• To be forward thinking, always considering the bigger picture and how to best achieve it.
• To make recommendations and suggestions to improve workflow and efficiencies.
• To finish tasks to completion.
• To provide updates and status reports regularly especially when tasks have been completed.
• To clarify any tasks, items or requests that are unclear or require more explanation.
• To ask for help when needed.
• To express and share goals for professional development.
• To support teammates.
• To understand and adhere to the company’s code of conduct.

OTHER:

• International applicants without valid work permits and who are not currently residing in Canada will not be considered.

WAGE:

• $20.00 to $25.00 / hour - Experience dependent. Minimum 4 hour calls.
• This is an on-call position and will include work on evenings and weekends.

Scene Ideas is a staging rentals and custom scenery shop, originally created as the necessary solution to meet the growing needs of the local events industry in Vancouver. Employing a task-force of specialized and experienced tradespeople, technicians, artisans and designers, our 12,000 square foot facility is equipped to handle all aspects of fabrication from woodworking to welding, metal work, scenic painting, scenic automation and sculpting. All levels of production are seamlessly integrated via our team’s full CAD and graphics capabilities. Working drawings, engineering plans and rich renderings are synchronized to ensure comprehensive communication from concept through to execution.Scene Ideas also maintains Western Canada’s largest inventory of Steeldeck® staging and accessories. Our ever-expanding inventory of scenic elements are in stock and can be rented ‘off-the-shelf’ or customized in-house. The mandate at Scene Ideas is to provide exceptional customer service under any and all circumstances. Since its inception, the legacy of Scene Ideas has been customer satisfaction and the success of our clients has been the keystone of the company’s continued success. We are very proud of the team we have built throughout the years and our client’s success is of paramount importance for each and every member of our team.Visit our website at: the growth of their in-house print shop, Scene Ideas has created a printing services branch, Caliper Print and Signage Solutions, in order to individually focus on the growth potential and offerings of both Scene Ideas and Caliper.Caliper’s mission is to always provide exceptional quality print and signage solutions that ensure each individual client’s message and brand are recognizable, memorable, and remarkable. With their commitment to quality, precision, client service, innovation and speed, their collection of in-house fabrication and finishing technologies allow them to deliver high quality, cost-effective solutions under one roof. For more information, visit our website at

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Planifier. Rédiger. Organiser. Élever. Aidez-nous à marquer les esprits dans le monde numérique.

Vous adorez planifier des événements inoubliables, créer du lien avec les gens et faire rayonner l’image d’une agence ? Vous êtes également passionné(e) par la création de contenus marketing percutants qui captivent les audiences et renforcent la visibilité d’une marque ? Ce poste est fait pour vous.

Evolving Web recherche un(e) Responsable Marketing et Événements avec une solide expertise en rédaction de contenu et marketing digital. Vous serez chargé(e) d’organiser des événements, de soutenir les partenariats et les commandites, de coordonner des campagnes marketing et de produire du contenu de haute qualité — des réseaux sociaux aux campagnes email, en passant par la promotion d’événements et les infolettres. Ce poste est idéal pour une personne à la fois rigoureuse en coordination événementielle et créative en storytelling marketing.

Nous recherchons une personne organisée, dotée d’excellentes compétences rédactionnelles, d’une expérience en marketing et en gestion d’événements, et d’une passion pour la création de contenu. Vous devrez voyager pour représenter Evolving Web lors d’événements tout en contribuant à la promotion de notre marque, de nos services et de nos activités.

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Wavelo is a SaaS business on a mission to make telecoms a breeze.

We provide flexible software that modernizes how communication service providers (CSPs) do business, helping them drive more value, focus on customer experience, and scale their operations faster.

What's New at Tucows

As part of Tucows (NASDAQ:TCX, TSX:TC)—one of the world's largest Internet services companies—Wavelo is backed by outstanding resources and talent. We embrace a people-first philosophy that is rooted in respect, trust, and flexibility. We believe that whatever works for our employees is what works best for us. It's also why the majority of our roles are remote-first, meaning you can work from anywhere you can connect to the Internet!

The work we do genuinely changes lives. If this sounds exciting, we'd love to hear from you!

We are looking for a dynamic and efficient Events Marketing Specialist to lead our many event-oriented initiatives here at Wavelo. In this role, you will be responsible for the overall success of both sponsored and hosted events, leveraging your marketing skills to make each engagement a memorable experience.

You will manage vendor relationships, prepare attendees, support lead generation campaigns, and be the on-site event representative as needed. Collaborating closely with marketing leadership, sales and product teams, you will ensure that our events directly support our sales and marketing goals and are delivered within budget.

This role is perfect for a creative and highly organized marketer with a flair for event planning and a passion for building brand presence through events.

• Manage event preparations and ensure team readiness ahead of time.
• Identify dependencies and ensure timely execution of deliverables
• Lead event execution and address any issues or adjustments required during an event.
• Manage relationships with vendors, organizers, and attendees.
• Host cross-functional calls to prepare event attendees with logistics details etc.
• Work with the broader marketing team to drive digital marketing campaigns related to events.
• Manage on-site event presence and communications as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver and communicate a successful events plan.
• Work with the broader marketing team to design and deliver promotional/campaign material for events.
• Work with marketing partners for digital content creation (on site)
• Ensure smooth event execution within budget and in accordance with goals/objectives.
• Provide social media support as part of event promotion ahead of, during and post an event.
• Create detailed event briefs outlining event goals, key messaging, logistics, and roles/responsibilities.
• Lead post-event wrap-ups, including gathering feedback, summarizing performance metrics, and coordinating internal post-mortem discussions to assess ROI and improvements.
• Manage event lead capture and reporting in CRM.
• Ensure brand consistency across all event deliverables, presentations, signage, and communications.

• Experience planning hosted and/or sponsored events
• Experience working with senior-level executives.
• Experience managing vendor relationships
• Exceptional organizational/project management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel for domestic and global events as needed.
• Creativity and a keen eye for detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and a customer-focused mindset
• Proficiency with HubSpot, Asana, Slack and Google Workspace (G-Suite) tools.

• Bachelor's Degree in marketing, communications, or related field preferred
• This role is ideal for someone early in their marketing career who is excited to take ownership of event logistics and coordination, while collaborating with stakeholders across the business.

The base salary range for this position is $65,300 - $2,600 USD for US residents OR 67,400 - 74,900 CAD for Canadian residents. Other countries will differ. Range may vary on a number of factors including, but not limited to: location, experience and qualifications. Tucows believes in a total rewards offering that includes fair compensation and generous benefits. Learn more about Tucows Benefits.

Want to know more about what we stand for? At Wavelo and Tucows we care about protecting the open Internet, narrowing the digital divide, and supporting fairness and equality.

We also know that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to inclusion across race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. We celebrate multiple approaches and diverse points of view.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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