This role would involve a mix of outreach, relationship-building, and collaboration to strengthen the Society’s presence and engagement in the community. The Engagement Facilitator is responsible to: 

• Establish and nurture relationships with local businesses, community groups, and other cultural organizations to support the historical society’s mission.
• Actively engage with local residents and communities to raise awareness about the historical society’s events, programs, and initiatives.
• Assist in promoting events by collaborating with local outlets, businesses, and community organizations.
• Identify and approach local businesses to secure sponsorships, donations, or in-kind support for events and programs.
• Work with the Board to develop new programs, events, and exhibits that engage the local community.
• Manage a database of local contacts, including businesses, organizations, and volunteers, to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.
• Identify opportunities for joint ventures or collaborative events with other historical or cultural institutions to increase visibility and impact within the community.

Skills: Experience in connecting to the members of an organization and to the broader community, organizational ability and good interpersonal skills

Location: Preference for an individual living in or near West Toronto Junction in order to build on familiarity with the area and lead/participate in WTJHS events and activities

Expectations: Commitment to a minimum of one year, preferably longer.  Estimated ten to twelve hours per month on average.

If this opportunity is of interest, please send a message to junctionhistorical@gmail.com with Engagement Facilitator in the subject line and include your contact information. We will be in touch.

April 2026