Event Planner

Redstone Agency Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Redstone Agency Inc. is seeking an Event Planner to manage and execute various client events. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in a related field and have 1-3+ years of experience in event planning. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development, competitive salary, and benefits.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and drug benefits

Employer-paid life insurance

Paid sick, personal, and wellness days

Paid time off during the holiday season

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of relevant experience in full-scope event planning.
• Experience with complex, large-scale events.
• Bilingual in English and French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end planning and execution of events.
• Maintain communication with clients, vendors, and partners.
• Lead event planning ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.

Skills

Communication

Event Planning

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Event Management, Hospitality, Business, Communications, Not-for-Profit Management

Job description

Position Closing Date: June 2, 2025

Number of Positions: One (1)

Type of Position: Full-Time Permanent

Who is Redstone, and What’s Our Mission?

Redstone is the largest Association Management Company in Canada. Our vibrant team provides administrative, financial, marketing, and event services for not-for-profit associations and corporate clients worldwide.

As a rapidly growing agency, we prioritize career growth and development, investing in our team to help them thrive. Here, you’ll take on real responsibilities, face exciting challenges, and have the freedom to make a meaningful impact on our clients’ organizations. The scale and scope of our work might surprise you, and our dynamic pace ensures we stay sharp, agile, and open to new ideas. Sound like your kind of place? Keep reading…

Your Role in Our Journey

The Event Planner plays a key role in supporting and leading client events. Responsible for managing end-to-end planning and execution of in-person, hybrid, and virtual events, this role works closely with Senior Planners to oversee large events and lead pivotal areas of event management. Reporting to the Team Lead, Events, the planner will bring a detail-oriented and strategic approach to logistics and client experience, contributing to event success. If you enjoy creating memorable events and thrive in a collaborative, dynamic environment, we’d love to meet you!

Relationship Building

• Maintain clear and effective communication with clients, vendors, and partners
• Understand clients’ vision, goals, and expectations for events
• Align communication channels and update methods with clients (meetings, emails, reports)
• Attend board and committee meetings and take minutes when necessary
• Collaborate effectively with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure smooth event execution aligned with client visions

Planning & Execution

• Lead end-to-end planning, ensuring timelines and deliverables meet expectations
• Manage vendors and venues aligned with event goals
• Proactively deliver engaging, modern events with innovative approaches
• Ensure flawless execution through detailed preparation and coordination using critical planning documents

Learning, Growth & Team Contribution

• Seek opportunities to enhance planning skills and industry knowledge
• Implement feedback from Senior Planners and Team Lead for continuous improvement
• Support documentation, reporting, and process development initiatives

You’ll Thrive in this Role if:

• You have a Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Event Management, Hospitality, Business, Communications, Not-for-Profit Management, or a related field
• You possess 1-3+ years of relevant experience in full-scope event planning, including complex, large-scale events with high attendance

Serious Bonus Points if:

• You have experience working at an agency, not-for-profit, or association management company
• You hold a Digital Event Strategist (DES), Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), or similar designation
• You are bilingual in English and French

Compensation and Benefits

We offer fair, transparent, and growth-oriented compensation:

• Base salary: $58,000 - $68,000 depending on experience
• Health, dental, vision, and drug benefits
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Paid sick, personal, and wellness days
• Paid time off during the holiday season

Redstone Life and Culture

Our culture is built on trust, growth, and connection. We empower our team to take ownership, contribute meaningfully, and push their skills further—all while providing the support needed to thrive. We believe every challenge is an opportunity to learn and excel. We foster a positive, inclusive, and sociable environment where every voice is valued, and genuine connections are made through collaboration, events, and fun activities. Our core values—People, Trust, Impact, and Extra Mile—guide everything we do.

Why choose us?

We support flexible work hours, a hybrid environment, and allow remote work for up to 45 days. Opportunities include attending conferences, workshops, and industry certifications, along with travel at our events. We also host team-building activities like lunches, challenges, book clubs, happy hours, and more.

Be yourself. We like it that way.

At Redstone, we are committed to an inclusive, accessible, and equitable workplace. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), and support accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance, let us know—we’re happy to support your needs.