Garden Engagement Seasonal Intern at Common Roots Woodside

This position has the following requirements as per the Job Creation Partnership funding. Please ensure you meet the requirementsbelowbefore applying.

• You are aCanadian citizen or permanent residents legally entitled to work in Canada

• You are LMDA eligible(details below)

• You have been previously attached to the labour force for a minimum of 24 months

To be LMDA eligible individuals must meet one of the following:

• Have a current Employment Insurance (EI) claim;

• Have received benefits under the EI emergency response benefit within the previous 60 months;

• Have had an EI claim that ended within the last 60 months;

• Have been employed with gross insurable earnings of $2000 or higher annually in at least 5 of the last 10 years

Please note:Hours worked in a JCP position cannot be counted toward an EI claim.

For more information please review:Job Creation Partnerships Employment Nova Scotia Government of Nova Scotia

VALUING LIVED EXPERIENCES

EACs vision is of a just and vibrant world of respectbelongingand ecological resilience. As ateamwe are working to decolonize furtherequityand dismantle the harmful systems at the root of the interconnected crises of environment and justice that we tackle every day. We strive to bring an equity lens to all that wedoincluding by building a strong and diverse team.

We encourage applications from individuals from equity-deserving groupsincluding butnot limited to: African Nova Scotian and other racialized people Mikmaq and other Indigenous people lesbian bisexual gaytransgenderand queer people and persons with disabilities. If you are a member of an equity-deserving group and feel comfortable doing so we encourage you to self-identifyinyour cover letter or application. We prioritize diversity in our selection process.

ABOUT US

The Ecology Action Centre (EAC) is a fierce and creative environmental charity based inMikmaki/Nova Scotia. Since 1971 we have proudly tackled critical environmental issues from biodiversity protection to climate change to environmental justice. Grounded in community we act as a watchdog convenormobilizerand incubator takinga holistic approachto the environment and the creation of ajust andvibrant world.

We strive to promote a diverse and inclusive organizational culture that emphasizes collaboration caring quality work and real impact. We value our members volunteers employees and partners and strive to create a space of respectbelongingand resilience.

We have a team of passionate and determined people who share ideas and inspire others to create systemic change in the face of urgent complex environmental issues.

ABOUT YOU

You love gardening local food systems and connecting with physical outdoor workin all types bring awelcominginclusive approach to your interactions and care about creating spaces where people feel in sustainability and the role that community plays in addressing environmental and social challenges and excited about contributing to a vibranturban reliable worker and able to manage your timeindependently butalso thrive as part of a small team.

ABOUT THE JOB

Summary

The Garden Engagement Intern will work with the Common Roots Urban Farm team and relevant partners to support community engagement activities gardenimprovementsand volunteer participation at the Woodside Common Roots Urban farm site on the grounds of the Nova Scotia Hospital. The position is designed to provide hands-on learning in community-based foodgrowing facilitation and public engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assistwith garden activities including bed preparation seeding cultivation maintenance andharvests.

• Engage with and support community gardeners volunteers and visitors helping to create a welcoming and inclusive environment.

• Assistwith washing sorting and post-harvest preparation of produce and flowers for donation and distribution.

• Support the planning and delivery of garden events workshops and educational programming.

• Assist other EAC Food Team members with related tasks as needed to support farm operations.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Interest in or knowledge of gardening local food systems and/or community-based work.

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to complete assigned tasks.

• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

• Comfortable with physical outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

• Willingness to work some evening and weekend hours asrequired.

• Strong oral and written communication skills; familiarity with social media and newsletter platforms is an asset.

• Interest in environmental sustainability and the role of community networks in addressing environmental and social challenges.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Full-time;5-day 30hrwork week Monday Fridaywith some eveningsand weekendsrequired

• Remuneration:$21/hr

• Term: May-November 2026

• 10 Wellness days pro-rated

• This position requires physicalwork ina variety of weather conditions

TO APPLY

Pleasesubmityour resume and closing date isWednesday May 6th.

We thank everyone who applied; however we will only be contacting those who will be interviewed.