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##Parks Canada - Pukaskwa National Park
###Closing date: April 6, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time
Reference number CAP26J-014846-000214
Selection process number 2026-CAP-PUK-TERM-EA-15
Location Heron Bay (Ontario)
Salary $59,696 to $67,476 - Salary under review + Isolated Post Allowance (Location for Isolated Post rate is Pukaskwa National Park)
Level GT-02 - 0.6 FTE- term employment opportunity for operational season of 2026
Who can
In recognition of park establishment commitments, only members from the following First Nation communities may :
Animbiigoo Zaagi'igan Anishinaabek - Lake Nipigon; Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek - Sand Point; Biigtigong Nishnaabeg; Fort William First Nation; Michipicoten First Nation; Long Lake #58 First Nation; Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek - Rocky Bay; Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg; Pays Plat First Nation; Red Rock Indian Band; Whitesand First Nation; Kiashke Zaaging Anishinaabek - Gull Bay; Namaygoosisagagun First Nation.Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their resume or cover letter or may be screened out.
Organization information For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada.
##On this page
About the position
Conditions of employment
Operational Requirements
You need (essential for the job)
Language requirements (essential for the job)
You may need (asset qualifications)
Our commitment
Equity, diversity and inclusion
How to
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Hiring organization contact
##About the position
Duties As the Fire Crew Member, deliver wildland fuel management, prescribed fire and wildfire suppression services in support of Parks Canada’s fire management programs at Pukaskwa National Park and various other locations across the country. As a part of the Resource Conservation and Pukaskwa National Park Team, you will assist in a variety of projects, vegetation management, incident response and prevention and visitor safety strategies. The job can be physically demanding, requiring that you work in remote locations of the park, under adverse weather conditions with limited means of communications.
Work environment Pukaskwa National Park is a vast, wild, natural park found on the edge of the world’s largest freshwater lake. It is a place where powerful waves collide with rugged, towering coastlines, a place of endless sunsets over sandy driftwood beaches. A place where everyone can catch a glimpse of the rich traditions, values and contemporary life of the Anishinaabe.Do you want to explore new challenges in your career, discover your full potential and help strengthen a world-class organization? Then become part of the team at Parks Canada, an internationally renowned agency dedicated to protecting Canada's natural, historical and cultural treasures and presenting them for the world to appreciate and enjoy.Top 6 reasons to work for Parks Canada:
- ️ Work-life balance
Paid vacation and leave
Training and professional development
️ Working in beautiful locations
Diverse and inclusive workplaces
Contribution to public serviceThe Parks Canada team is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2026)
Intent of the process This is to staff 1 vacant position for operational season 2026. Results may be used in the future to fill permanent or temporary vacancies that may arise at the Fire Crew Member position (GT 02) at Pukaskwa National Park and other locations, for various tenures, such as: Seasonal Indeterminate, Term, Acting Assignment or Assignment at level, depending on status of the selected candidate.
Positions to be filled 1
Important messages How to :You can to this competition in one of three ways.
- Online
a. Visit the GC jobs website and search for the following process number: 2026-CAP-PUK-TERM-EA-15
b. Complete the online application and answer the online screening question.2. By Email
a. Send in your resume and cover letter to rhugon-nofuhr@pc.gc.ca
b. In your email please indicate you’re ing on process: 2026-CAP-PUK-TERM-EA-153. In Person
a. Visit the Pukaskwa National Park admin office in Heron Bay and drop off your resume in person with one of the Parks Canada staff.
Please note that for this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail. Applicants who to this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address and make sure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent.Note: Housing is not provided.Each person is entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.Parks Canada is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. Parks Canada operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles.We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for harassment. Candidates are expected to communicate respectfully at all times. Disrespectful or inappropriate communication may result in disqualification from the recruitment process.
##Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance
Learn more about security screening process.
✔️Maintenance of a valid Class G Driver’s License (Class L,N or other graduated license will not be accepted)
✔️ Will be required to undergo and pass pre-placement and periodic medical checks, including Occupational Health Assessment for firefighters
✔️Meet and maintain certified status for the Canadian Physical Performance Exchange Standard for Type 1 Wildland Fire Fighters (WFX-FIT) in accordance with Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre (CIFFC) Requirements
✔️Successful completion of ICS100/200 or higher level of incident management training (organized by the park)
✔️Successful completion of Standard First Aid-CPR or higher level (organized by the park)
✔️Successful completion of Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety (organized by the park)
✔️Meet and maintain certification for chain saw use
✔️Meet and maintain certified status for hover exit for light and intermediate helicopters
✔️Meet and maintain certified status for Class D Heli-sling for light and intermediate helicopters
##Operational Requirements
✔️Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment
✔️Willingness to work and/or travel in varied terrain, weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation
✔️Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required
✔️Willingness to obtain certification in the operation of various forms of ground (e.g. all-terrain vehicles) and marine (motorized and non-motorized vessels) as required
✔️Willingness to complete the Canadian Firearms Safety Course.
##You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
EDUCATION
✔️A secondary school diploma or acceptable combination of education, training, experience in a field related to the position.
Learn more about degree equivalency.
EXPERIENCE
✔️Experience working and/or travelling in remote areas for extended periods
✔️Experience working in a field related to fire management, environmental management, vegetation maintenance, logging industries, arboriculture, outdoors recreation
Applied / assessed at a later date
KNOWLEDGE
✔️Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other related Occupational Health and Safety (OSH) issues
ABILITIES
✔️Ability to maintain supplied equipment in state of readiness
✔️Ability to perform calmly, work safely, efficiently and take direction under high stress
✔️Ability to research/collect and report information
PERSONAL SUITABILITY/LEADERSHIP ATTRIBUTES
✔️Personally connects with others
✔️Takes responsibility
✔️Communicates effectively
##Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date
English essential
Learn more about language requirements.
##You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date
ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
✔️Experience in wildfire management
✔️Experience in operating an ATV (with successful completion of the Canadian ATV Safety Course), using an handheld VHF Radio, and in using various informatics softwarePreference will be given to candidates who already successfully completed the SP100 course or CIFFC equivalent, and/or who have experience in wildfire management.
##Our commitment
We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Learn more about assessment accommodation.
##Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you .
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.
##How to
Learn more about ing for Government of Canada jobs.
Information you must provide
- Your résumé A cover letter - If you are- ing via email or in person, applicants must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the Education and Experience criteria listed in "You need (essential for the job)" (see above). Applicants must list both of these factors in their cover letter, and then briefly describe how they meet each of these factors by providing concrete examples. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter.
- Contact information for 2 references
Respond to a text question addressing the following
- If you are a member of one of the communities mentioned, please indicate which one.
We'd like to thank all those who . However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.
##Additional links
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##Hiring organization contact
**Name:**Human Resources - Northern Ontario Field Unit
**Email address:**rhugon-nofuhr@pc.gc.ca
Not the right fit? Search for Fire Crew Member jobs in Heron Bay, ON
About Parks Canada
Parks Canada is an agency of the Government of Canada run by a chief executive who answers to the Minister of the Environment and Climate Change. Parks Canada is mandated to "protect and present nationally significant examples of Canada's natural and cultural heritage, and foster public understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment in ways that ensure their ecological and commemorative integrity for present and future generations". Parks Canada manages 48 National Parks, three National Marine Conservation Areas, 171 National Historic Sites, one National Urban Park, and one National Landmark. The agency also administers lands and waters set aside as potential national parklands, including eight National Park Reserves and one National Marine Conservation Area Reserve. More than 450,000 km2 (170,000 sq mi) of lands and waters in national parks and national marine conservation areas has been set aside for such purposes. Parks Canada Agency cooperatively manages a large majority of their protected areas and heritage sites with Indigenous partners. The Canadian Register of Historic Places is supported and managed by Parks Canada, in collaboration with provincial and territorial governments and other federal bodies. The agency is also the working arm of the national Historic Sites and Monuments Board, which recommends National Historic Sites, Events, and Persons.
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##Parks Canada - Pukaskwa National Park
###Closing date: April 6, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time
Reference number CAP26J-014846-000214
Selection process number 2026-CAP-PUK-TERM-EA-15
Location Heron Bay (Ontario)
Salary $59,696 to $67,476 - Salary under review + Isolated Post Allowance (Location for Isolated Post rate is Pukaskwa National Park)
Level GT-02 - 0.6 FTE- term employment opportunity for operational season of 2026
Who can
In recognition of park establishment commitments, only members from the following First Nation communities may :
Animbiigoo Zaagi'igan Anishinaabek - Lake Nipigon; Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek - Sand Point; Biigtigong Nishnaabeg; Fort William First Nation; Michipicoten First Nation; Long Lake #58 First Nation; Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek - Rocky Bay; Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg; Pays Plat First Nation; Red Rock Indian Band; Whitesand First Nation; Kiashke Zaaging Anishinaabek - Gull Bay; Namaygoosisagagun First Nation.Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their resume or cover letter or may be screened out.
Organization information For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada.
##On this page
About the position
Conditions of employment
Operational Requirements
You need (essential for the job)
Language requirements (essential for the job)
You may need (asset qualifications)
Our commitment
Equity, diversity and inclusion
How to
Additional links
Hiring organization contact
##About the position
Duties As the Fire Crew Member, deliver wildland fuel management, prescribed fire and wildfire suppression services in support of Parks Canada’s fire management programs at Pukaskwa National Park and various other locations across the country. As a part of the Resource Conservation and Pukaskwa National Park Team, you will assist in a variety of projects, vegetation management, incident response and prevention and visitor safety strategies. The job can be physically demanding, requiring that you work in remote locations of the park, under adverse weather conditions with limited means of communications.
Work environment Pukaskwa National Park is a vast, wild, natural park found on the edge of the world’s largest freshwater lake. It is a place where powerful waves collide with rugged, towering coastlines, a place of endless sunsets over sandy driftwood beaches. A place where everyone can catch a glimpse of the rich traditions, values and contemporary life of the Anishinaabe.Do you want to explore new challenges in your career, discover your full potential and help strengthen a world-class organization? Then become part of the team at Parks Canada, an internationally renowned agency dedicated to protecting Canada's natural, historical and cultural treasures and presenting them for the world to appreciate and enjoy.Top 6 reasons to work for Parks Canada:
- ️ Work-life balance
Paid vacation and leave
Training and professional development
️ Working in beautiful locations
Diverse and inclusive workplaces
Contribution to public serviceThe Parks Canada team is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2026)
Intent of the process This is to staff 1 vacant position for operational season 2026. Results may be used in the future to fill permanent or temporary vacancies that may arise at the Fire Crew Member position (GT 02) at Pukaskwa National Park and other locations, for various tenures, such as: Seasonal Indeterminate, Term, Acting Assignment or Assignment at level, depending on status of the selected candidate.
Positions to be filled 1
Important messages How to :You can to this competition in one of three ways.
- Online
a. Visit the GC jobs website and search for the following process number: 2026-CAP-PUK-TERM-EA-15
b. Complete the online application and answer the online screening question.2. By Email
a. Send in your resume and cover letter to rhugon-nofuhr@pc.gc.ca
b. In your email please indicate you’re ing on process: 2026-CAP-PUK-TERM-EA-153. In Person
a. Visit the Pukaskwa National Park admin office in Heron Bay and drop off your resume in person with one of the Parks Canada staff.
Please note that for this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail. Applicants who to this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address and make sure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent.Note: Housing is not provided.Each person is entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.Parks Canada is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. Parks Canada operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles.We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for harassment. Candidates are expected to communicate respectfully at all times. Disrespectful or inappropriate communication may result in disqualification from the recruitment process.
##Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance
Learn more about security screening process.
✔️Maintenance of a valid Class G Driver’s License (Class L,N or other graduated license will not be accepted)
✔️ Will be required to undergo and pass pre-placement and periodic medical checks, including Occupational Health Assessment for firefighters
✔️Meet and maintain certified status for the Canadian Physical Performance Exchange Standard for Type 1 Wildland Fire Fighters (WFX-FIT) in accordance with Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre (CIFFC) Requirements
✔️Successful completion of ICS100/200 or higher level of incident management training (organized by the park)
✔️Successful completion of Standard First Aid-CPR or higher level (organized by the park)
✔️Successful completion of Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety (organized by the park)
✔️Meet and maintain certification for chain saw use
✔️Meet and maintain certified status for hover exit for light and intermediate helicopters
✔️Meet and maintain certified status for Class D Heli-sling for light and intermediate helicopters
##Operational Requirements
✔️Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment
✔️Willingness to work and/or travel in varied terrain, weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation
✔️Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required
✔️Willingness to obtain certification in the operation of various forms of ground (e.g. all-terrain vehicles) and marine (motorized and non-motorized vessels) as required
✔️Willingness to complete the Canadian Firearms Safety Course.
##You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
EDUCATION
✔️A secondary school diploma or acceptable combination of education, training, experience in a field related to the position.
Learn more about degree equivalency.
EXPERIENCE
✔️Experience working and/or travelling in remote areas for extended periods
✔️Experience working in a field related to fire management, environmental management, vegetation maintenance, logging industries, arboriculture, outdoors recreation
Applied / assessed at a later date
KNOWLEDGE
✔️Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other related Occupational Health and Safety (OSH) issues
ABILITIES
✔️Ability to maintain supplied equipment in state of readiness
✔️Ability to perform calmly, work safely, efficiently and take direction under high stress
✔️Ability to research/collect and report information
PERSONAL SUITABILITY/LEADERSHIP ATTRIBUTES
✔️Personally connects with others
✔️Takes responsibility
✔️Communicates effectively
##Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date
English essential
Learn more about language requirements.
##You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date
ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
✔️Experience in wildfire management
✔️Experience in operating an ATV (with successful completion of the Canadian ATV Safety Course), using an handheld VHF Radio, and in using various informatics softwarePreference will be given to candidates who already successfully completed the SP100 course or CIFFC equivalent, and/or who have experience in wildfire management.
##Our commitment
We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Learn more about assessment accommodation.
##Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you .
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.
##How to
Learn more about ing for Government of Canada jobs.
Information you must provide
- Your résumé A cover letter - If you are- ing via email or in person, applicants must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the Education and Experience criteria listed in "You need (essential for the job)" (see above). Applicants must list both of these factors in their cover letter, and then briefly describe how they meet each of these factors by providing concrete examples. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter.
- Contact information for 2 references
Respond to a text question addressing the following
- If you are a member of one of the communities mentioned, please indicate which one.
We'd like to thank all those who . However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.
##Additional links
Find your career
Click here to view video on tips on how to
How to prepare for a selection process
##Hiring organization contact
**Name:**Human Resources - Northern Ontario Field Unit
**Email address:**rhugon-nofuhr@pc.gc.ca
Not the right fit? Search for Fire Crew Member jobs in Heron Bay, ON
About Parks Canada
Parks Canada is an agency of the Government of Canada run by a chief executive who answers to the Minister of the Environment and Climate Change. Parks Canada is mandated to "protect and present nationally significant examples of Canada's natural and cultural heritage, and foster public understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment in ways that ensure their ecological and commemorative integrity for present and future generations". Parks Canada manages 48 National Parks, three National Marine Conservation Areas, 171 National Historic Sites, one National Urban Park, and one National Landmark. The agency also administers lands and waters set aside as potential national parklands, including eight National Park Reserves and one National Marine Conservation Area Reserve. More than 450,000 km2 (170,000 sq mi) of lands and waters in national parks and national marine conservation areas has been set aside for such purposes. Parks Canada Agency cooperatively manages a large majority of their protected areas and heritage sites with Indigenous partners. The Canadian Register of Historic Places is supported and managed by Parks Canada, in collaboration with provincial and territorial governments and other federal bodies. The agency is also the working arm of the national Historic Sites and Monuments Board, which recommends National Historic Sites, Events, and Persons.