2026 Agriculture Attendant (Agriculture Adventure, HorseCapades, and AgVenture)
About The Position
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! Farm-Agriculture Adventures August 2 to August 8, 2026 HorseCapades August 9 to August 20, 2026 A CNE interactive horse program, HorseCapades provides an enjoyable and free introduction to horses. Opportunities are available for kids to learn about how a horse thinks/acts/reacts, pet a horse, guess a horse’s weight, and learn about grooming and shoeing. A popular feature is “HorsePower Live†which is a trick-riding show that takes place in the Horse Palace Ring twice daily. After August 20, elements of HorseCapades will move from the Horse Palace to the Farm in the Better Living Centre. Kids AgVenture August 21 to September 7 A huge hit at the CNE for the past several years, Kids' AgVenture; a colourful and engaging interactive area, designed for children ages three to ten years. In a journey that takes them through miniature barns, kids get to experience the life of a farm hand.
Requirements
- Minimum Age Requirement: 14 years
- Available to work the entire duration of the event except for scheduled days off
- Available to work flexible hours, evenings and weekends
- Available to attend mandatory orientation session
Nice To Haves
- G2 class license is an asset (for one specific station during AgVenture)
- Experience working with young children in a group setting is preferred
Responsibilities
- Set up and tear down activity stations
- Demonstrate program activities to guests
- Encourage guests to interact with the activities
- Supervise activities
- Check activity supplies to ensure adequate availability/quantity and restock when necessary
- Ensure that program areas are properly maintained and presentable at all times
- Answer basic questions from the general public regarding programming, attractions, facilities and services
Benefits
- Accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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