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Program Director, MTAS

COVE

Dartmouth, NS

Who is COVE?

COVE is a tech hub and commercialization partner home to more than 400 organizations that use its facilities, services and programs. COVE brings together industry, academia and government to accelerate marine technology development and commercialization from seabed to space ensuring resilient supply chains built with Canadian solutions. Through its vast international network, COVE has been at the forefront of providing invaluable networking opportunities, fostering connections, and leading discussions within the global marine technology community.

COVE spearheads programs aimed at nurturing talent, expediting the release of technology products, and bolstering the success of emerging ventures by startups, scaleups, and SMEs. These initiatives, coupled with COVEs ability to harness diverse skills and expertise nationally within the innovation ecosystem, serve as an enabler for overcoming industry challenges, driving economic growth, and delivering value to investors.

As COVE experiences rapid expansion, we are actively seeking to expand our team to further bolster our transformational influence on the marine sector. We recognize that our journey toward this goal hinges on the strength of our team - a group of individuals who collaborate, innovate, and continually strive for excellence. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey of discovery and advancement.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the VP of Major Projects & Innovation, theProgram Director, MTAS is responsible for leading the successful planning and execution of COVEs Marine Technology for Arctic Surveillance (MTAS) program. This high-impact role manages a portfolio of complex, multi-year projects both onshore and offshore, involving a dynamic mix of government, industry, and academic stakeholders. The Director will lead an agile, matrix-structured team of high-performing professionals, ensuring the delivery of testing and validation activities aligned with project scope, timelines, and budgets. The role includes the planning and execution of innovation challenges, technical trials, and system tests, as well as coordinating logistics for deployments, including missions to Canadas North. Serving as the primary point of contact for project sponsors, the Director will provide strategic guidance on project delivery, implementation, resource planning, risk mitigation, and future-phase development to support long-term program success.

What Youll Do

• Lead end-to-end delivery of the MTAS program, from planning through deployment, testing, and validation.
• Oversee a portfolio of complex marine technology projects (onshore and offshore), ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule.
• Plan and manage all logistics for system tests, technical trials, and field deployments - including missions to Canadas North.
• Build and maintain strong, productive partnerships with government, industry, and academic stakeholders to advance program goals.
• Provide clear, timely updates, performance metrics, and strategic recommendations to internal leadership and external partners.
• Identify, establish, and manage relationships with third-party providers, researchers, and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
• Support field operations and partner engagement through regular travel, including to remote and Arctic regions.
• Contribute to COVEs broader strategic initiatives as needed.

Who You Are

• Highly motivated, analytical, logical thinking with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and/or unexpected deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of systems integration, innovation processes, and operational logistics in remote or offshore marine environments.
• Demonstrated experience working with or alongside government agencies, particularly defence R&D or similar organizations.
• Willingness and ability to travel, including to remote/Northern locations.
• Ability to work autonomously or in a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Strong technical skills with the ability to learn new processes and systems quickly.
• Eligibility for a Government of Canada security clearance is preferred.

What You Bring

• Bachelors degree in science, engineering, environmental studies, or a related discipline. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in complex project or program management, preferably within marine technology, defence, innovation, or R&D sectors.

Assets:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with Agile or other project management frameworks.
• Background in R&D or innovation-focused projects/programs.
• Experience working in a defence context.

Why Join COVE?

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of Canadas ocean economy from the heart of Atlantic Canada. Youll work alongside innovators, industry leaders, and mission-driven professionals.

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We are currently looking for an experienced palliative nurse leader (Registered Nurse (RN) ) with a strong clinical background paired with experience leading a team to join Spectrum Health Care as a Program Director  for our innovative palliative care program. 

At Spectrum Health Care, our mission is re-imagining home care for clients and families to provide products and services they need, whenever care is required, delivered by the most qualified and compassionate staff.

By joining Spectrum Health Care you will be part of one of Canada’s Best Managed companies and a committed member of a team of highly skilled healthcare professionals. 

In this role you will work in a dynamic, fast paced environment leading a team of nurses to achieve excellence in providing home care services to Spectrum’s patients. Reporting to the Regional Branch Director, you will be responsible for program planning and implementation, and monitoring activities related to home care service delivery. You will prepare monthly schedules for nursing field staff, understanding available resources and keeping quality at the forefront of all resource utilization decisions.  You will also develop educational initiatives that support the ongoing development of our nursing teams.

In collaboration with the operations leadership team and system partners, you will leverage your clinical skills to lead program development and design of clinical workflows that support new models of care delivery for target populations. You will also lead or assist with the integration of client satisfaction initiatives ensuring that all referred client concerns and complaints are satisfactorily addressed and documented in a timely manner. In collaboration with key stakeholders, you will address quality, safety and risk management issues, including the development of improvement plans.

• Current CNO certificate as Registered Nurse, degree preferred
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle as work involves some local travel
• Minimum of 5 years of recent experience with progressive responsibilities as a Nursing Manager, preferably in a community setting
• Successful completion of one or a combination of the following required: 
  • Canadian Nursing Association (CNA) certification in Palliative Care Nursing or enrollment in CNA certification program in Palliative Care Nursing; or 
  • Learning Essentials Approaches to Palliative and End of Life Care (LEAP); or 
  • Fundamentals of Palliative Care 
  • The Comprehensive Advanced Palliative Care Education (CAPCE) 
• Solid knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of community nursing and service delivery to patients as well as program development, implementation and evaluation
• Experience managing in a union environment

#Peel_Mngr

Spectrum Health Care is thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. Click here to learn more about this esteemed honour.  

We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

If you require accommodation because of disability through the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at ( ) for assistance.

Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve and we know a diverse workforce is key to the growth and success of our organization.

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We are currently looking for an experienced Allied Health leader (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapist)  with a strong clinical background paired with experience leading a team to join Spectrum Health Care as a Program Director  for our Allied Health program. 

At Spectrum Health Care, our mission is re-imagining home care for clients and families to provide products and services they need, whenever care is required, delivered by the most qualified and compassionate staff.

By joining Spectrum Health Care you will be part of one of Canada’s Best Managed  companies and a committed member of a team of highly skilled healthcare professionals. 

• Develop and implement strategic vision, care models, and best practices for Allied Health across all Spectrum Health Care programs and regions
• Lead interdisciplinary and integrated care programs, ensuring Allied Health services are effectively embedded into client care plans
• Drive strategic planning for growth, expansion, and innovation in Allied Health services, including workforce needs and virtual care solutions
• Establish and monitor quality standards, outcome measures, and KPIs to enhance client-centered care and organizational impact
• Direct recruitment, retention, and professional development initiatives for Allied Health staff, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, accreditation standards, and professional regulations while managing risk related to client safety and clinical care
• Represent Spectrum Health Care in external partnerships, professional forums, and system-level initiatives related to Allied Health and rehabilitation
• Collaborate with internal departments, academic institutions, and external stakeholders to advance community-based Allied Health services and innovation

• Degree in an Allied Health field and designation as a Regulated Health Professional
• Active membership in good standing with a relevant regulatory college or association
• 5–7 years of leadership experience in complex healthcare environments
• Demonstrated expertise in healthcare operations, program development, and change management.
• In-depth knowledge of Ontario’s health system, funding models, and regional health priorities

#Peel_Allied_Mngmt

Spectrum Health Care is thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. Click here to learn more about this esteemed honour.  

We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

If you require accommodation because of disability through the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at ( ) for assistance.

Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve and we know a diverse workforce is key to the growth and success of our organization.

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Spectrum Health Care  is a leading provider of innovative home health care, senior companionship services and specialized services in Ontario and Quebec.  A proudly Canadian company with over 40 years of experience, Spectrum Health Care delivers a standard of care and a level of service that is reliable, trusted and unsurpassed in quality. 

We are hiring a Program Director, Integrated Care  to support our growing teams in Mississauga and surrounding areas. In this role you will support the development and lead the implementation of multiple Integrated Care Programs that uniquely focus on co-design with system partners. 

We offer the most competitive wages, paid sick days, RRSP match, employee wellness program and the opportunity to make a real impact.

As the Program Director of Integrated Care, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining key relationships with our clinical and operational health system partners. Your primary objective will be to contribute to the implementation and sustainability of integrated care programs that drive positive health system change.

• Lead operational planning and implementation of multiple concurrent integrated care programs
• Define service delivery requirements at the local level, collaborating with various external partners and patient populations
• Promote and implement the "One Team" approach, fostering collaboration and synergy across the organization
• Ensure smooth program operations and continuously improve processes
• Serve as the primary representative for integrated care programs, presenting to stakeholders and promoting program initiatives
• Analyze program metrics and utilize findings to drive positive change
• Mentor and support staff to maximize their potential and enhance team performance
• Stay informed of industry trends and best practices to maintain program excellence

• A degree in a relevant health-related field
• Active designation as a Regulated Health Professional and current membership in good standing with the relevant professional college or association
• A minimum of 5-7 years of leadership and management experience in complex healthcare organizations
• Demonstrated expertise in healthcare operations, change management, and program development, particularly in environments involving multiple stakeholders and complex organizational structures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Ontario's health system design and funding models
• A track record of successful implementation of integrated care programs and initiatives

Spectrum Health Care is thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. Click here to learn more about this esteemed honour.  

We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

If you require accommodation because of disability through the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at ( ) for assistance.

Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve and we know a diverse workforce is key to the growth and success of our organization.

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The Assistant Location Director provides and coordinates the necessary support, resources, supervision and leadership to ensure the provision of nurturing care and education to young children in a group setting, in accordance with the goals and curriculum plans of the program, with the philosophy and policies of 1st Class and in strict compliance with Alberta Childcare Licensing Act.

The Assistant Location Director reports to the Program Director and Management Team

Duties and Responsibilities

Works with and supports the Director to ensures and facilitate the smooth functioning of all aspects of the program in order to best serve the children and families
Works with the Director to provide supervision, leadership and support to all program staff
Ensures licensing requirements are met at all times
Works along side the Director to plan and coordinate monthly plans and curriculum
Ensures all materials and supplies are ordered and communicated to Director/Management for approval
Consults, supports and provides guidance to staff in evaluating and revising programming as required
Develops and maintains positive relationships and regular communication with parents
Provides supervision, support and leadership to the children
Ensures program spaces are clean and organized at all times
Ensures all toys and materials are clean, maintained and developmentally appropriate at all times
Ensures they know the number of children in the program at all times as well as their names and details of their interests and important family unit information
Prepares and maintains program for Licensing and Health
Performs other related duties as requested by the management team
Is aware of all Location Director duties and is able to competently perform each in the Location Directors absence.

Qualifications

Must have a flexible schedule and be available for all hours that the program is open and be available to cover shifts within the program
Must have a minimum Level 2 - Early Childhood Educator Certificate (or enrolled to complete)
Must have up to date Police Clearance
Must have valid CPR and First Aid Certificate

** Must have valid drivers license

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure the safety of our staff and the children.

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Strategic Planning Lead

Location: Canada (Fully Remote)

Employment Type: Independent Contractor / Self-Employed

Role Overview

We are looking for proactive and motivated professionals to assist in promoting and managing personal development programs through digital platforms. This fully remote role is suited for individuals passionate about strategic planning, growth, and flexible work.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with individuals interested in personal development and strategic growth
• Provide clear, accurate information about available programs
• Manage communications, scheduling, and follow-ups via digital tools
• Participate in ongoing training to remain updated on program changes

What We Offer

• Flexible work schedule with the freedom to work from any location in Canada
• Comprehensive training and continued mentorship
• Access to a supportive community focused on development
• Performance-based compensation

Ideal Candidate

• Strong interest in strategic planning and personal development
• Confident and professional communication skills
• Organized and self-motivated
• Comfortable learning and using digital platforms

Additional Details

• Contract position compensated based on performance
• Leads are warm or inbound; no cold calling or high-pressure sales
• Not a salaried or hourly role; ideal for independent professionals

How to Apply

If you are driven to support personal growth through strategic planning and prefer autonomous work, please express your interest to learn more.