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Pastor, Greenwood Court
Tri-County Mennonite Homes
Stratford, ON
- $25.64 to $29.74 CAD / hour
- Part-time
Opportunities to work day, evening, and night shifts
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Dirigeant, spécialiste en conception de solutions – sécurité/Leader-Solutions Designer-Security
Cisco
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…étroite collaboration avec les clients, les partenaires et les leaders régionaux des secteurs public et privé au Canada afin d’élaborer et de mettre en œuvre des stratégies de vente qui…
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Dirigeant, spécialiste en conception de solutions – sécurité
Cisco
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…étroite collaboration avec les clients, les partenaires et les leaders régionaux des secteurs public et privé au Canada afin d’élaborer et de mettre en œuvre des stratégies de vente qui…
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JF
Chaplain
Jewish Federation of British Columbia (JFBC)
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Our Vision is to be recognized as a centre of excellence and leaders in healthcare.
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Chaplain (Vancouver, BC)
Louis Brier Home and Hospital
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Our Vision is to be recognized as a centre of excellence and leaders in healthcare.
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Chaplain
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
· The incumbent must have a flexible schedule as weekend, evening and holiday coverage may be required
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TS
Chaplain
The Salvation Army in Canada
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
The incumbent must have a flexible schedule as weekend, evening and holiday coverage may be required
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TG
Lead Pastor
The Groundswell Church
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- Full-time
Oversees and works with the Lead Team, Church Administrator, and Ministry Leaders, to create rhythms and opportunities that invite and support congregational involvement at all levels
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BH
Chaplain, Spiritual Care & Activities
Baptist Housing Seniors Living
Maple Ridge, BC
- Part-time
*This is a permanent part-time position, working 3 days per week, located at Maple Towers, our senior's rental community in Maple Ridge
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BC
Senior Pastor
Baptist Convention Of Ontario & Quebec
New Minas, NS
- Full-time
…the leadership and oversight for pastoral care, developing leaders, guiding ministry vision, supporting church operations, and fostering a healthy culture of discipleship, unity, outreach,…
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BC
Full Time Pastor
Baptist Convention Of Ontario & Quebec
Ingersoll, ON
- Full-time
Work collaboratively with existing ministry staff, church leaders, and volunteers to advance the mission and ministries of the church.
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BC
Lead Pastor
Baptist Convention Of Ontario & Quebec
ON · Haliburton, ON
- Full-time
…build strong relationships, skilled at developing volunteers & leaders, mission-minded & community-oriented and able to lead through influence, trust &…
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BC
Senior Pastor
Baptist Convention Of Ontario & Quebec
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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Granthi
Akali Singh Sikh Society
Vancouver, BC
- From $37.1 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
Perform administrative tasks for a religious community
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Imam
PRAIRIE MUSLIM ASSOCIATION
Saskatoon, SK
- $40,000 to $60,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- On-site
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Chaplain - Spiritual Care
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
Dundas, PE · Reactivation Care Centre Dundas
- Part-time
To integrate spiritual and religious aspects of care into the delivery of services to patients families staff and volunteers by highly qualified and certified Spiritual Care and Counseling…
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Senior Pastor – Immanuel Baptist Church (Toronto, ON)
Canadian Baptist Ministries
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- Full-time
…that faith out in service. The Pastor will also work with lay leaders within our board structure to evaluate existing ministries and identify new ministry opportunities and oversee the…
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Chaplain
Corporate Chaplains Of America
Saint-Casimir, QC
- $21.15 to $25 USD / hour
- Part-time
Casimir, Quebec City (Fluent English & French Required)
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Chaplain - Casual
Baptist Housing
White Rock, BC
- Part-time
Able to provide effective and timely spiritual care regardless of religious faith or background
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SH
Chaplain - Bethesda Campus
Southern Health-Santé Sud
Steinbach, MB
- Full-time
A member in good standing of his/her local congregation and church conference or religious body.
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Chaplain - Bethesda Campus
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Steinbach, MB
A member in good standing of his/her local congregation and church conference or religious body.
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Chaplain - Part Time - Contractor
peopleCare Communities
Cambridge, ON
- Part-time
Offers religious and spiritual guidance to residents, staff, and FAMILIES
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Chaplain - Contractor
peopleCare Communities
Tavistock, ON
Offers religious and spiritual guidance to residents, staff, and FAMILIES
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BH
Chaplain Pool
BayCare Health System
St. Joseph's, NL · St Josephs, NL
- Internship
Catholic Priest chaplains must have Faculty for Sacraments from the Local Ordinary of the Roman Catholic Diocese/Archdiocese
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Chaplain
Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes
Moncton, NB
- Full-time
As a member of the military, CAF chaplains are responsible for fostering the spiritual, religious, and pastoral care of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and their families, regardless of…

Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes

Chaplain

Victoria, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 14, 2026

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Overview

As a member of the military, CAF chaplains are responsible for fostering the spiritual, religious, and pastoral care of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and their families, regardless of religious affiliation, practice, and/or belief.

CAF chaplains have privileged access to CAF members of all ranks, have no command authority, and are prohibited from bearing arms. Their responsibilities include:

Providing an active, personal, and supportive presence
Officiating at special functions, service, events, and ceremonies
Advising the Chain of Command regarding spiritual/religious accommodation issues, ethical dilemmas, as well as spiritual and moral issues pertaining to the Formation/Unit/Squadron
Applying knowledge in general military administration and RCChS policies.
Liaising with local area civilian Faith Tradition leaders
Referring CAF members and their families to other helping professionals, such as social workers, psychologists, or medical personnel, as required
Providing compassionate and caring support during, and following, significant life events and incidents

Work environment

CAF chaplains work in all military environments with members of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN), the Canadian Army (CA), the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), and Canadian Special Operations Forces (CANSOF). CAF chaplains provide an active, personal and supportive presence, and offer spiritual and personal growth counselling, programmes, and events throughout the year. Public services and military ceremonies typically require the chaplain to participate and offer spiritual reflections. CAF chaplain can work in Canada, or may be required to go abroad during operations.

If you chose a career in the Regular Force, upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career. However, if you decide to join the Primary Reserve Force, you will do so through a specific Reserve unit. Outside of training, your chosen Reserve unit will be your workplace on a part time basis, and you will not be obligated to relocate to a different base. As part of the Primary Reserve Force, you typically work one night per week and some weekends as a minimum with possibilities of full-time employment.

Entry plans

Direct Entry Options
Paid Education Options

Chaplains must be ordained or mandated by a nationally registered Faith Tradition, and have a Graduate-level professional degree in Faith Tradition formation (MDiv or equivalent), be a member in good standing with a national Faith Tradition Governing Authority, and have at least two years of fulltime, supervised Faith Tradition leadership experience. They must also receive the recommendation of a representative of the Interfaith Committee on Canadian Military Chaplaincy (ICCMC), the endorsement of the ICCMC, and be selected by the Chaplain General.

The ideal candidate already have a Graduate-level professional degree in Faith Tradition formation (MDiv or equivalent) and at least two years of fulltime, supervised Faith Tradition leadership experience, the CAF may place you directly into the required on-the-job training program following Basic Military Officer Qualification training.

For more information about entry plans and becoming a Chaplain, you may contact the Royal Canadian Chaplain Service:

Email: ChaplainMain-AumoneriePrincipale@forces.gc.ca

Phone: 1-866-502-2203

Regional Chaplains Contact Information: Please choose the region below to find the contact information of the regional chaplain.

Alberta and the North

Chaplain, 3rd Canadian Division

Capt Bryan Bowley

Email: Bryan.Bowley@forces.gc.ca

Edmonton 780-973-4011 x8141

Manitoba and Saskatchewan

1 Canadian Air Division Chaplain

Maj Henry Hoy

Email: Henry.Hoy@forces.gc.ca

Winnipeg 204-833-2500 x2267

Ontario

Chaplain, 4th Canadian Division

Capt Adnan Balihodzic

Email: Adnan.Balihodzic@forces.gc.ca

Toronto 416-633-6200 x5314

Quebec

Chaplain, 2nd Canadian Division

Capt Dany Perreault

Email: qg2divcafoieaumonier@forces.gc.ca

Montréal 514-252-2777 x4032

Maritimes

Chaplain, 5th Canadian Division

Lt(N) Stephen Cogswell

Email: Stephen.Cogswell@forces.gc.ca

Halifax 902-427-7849

British Colombia

Chaplain, Joint Task Force Pacific

Lt(N) Peter Han

Email: Peter.Han@forces.gc.ca

Esquimalt 250-363-4180

If you wish to become a Chaplain for the CAF, you can apply for the Subsidized Education for Entry Level Masters (SEELM) programme.

If you have an undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognized Canadian university, and meet the required entry criteria, you may qualify to apply for the highly competitive Subsidized Education for Entry Level Masters (SEELM) entry option. If accepted, you will be enrolled in the CAF as an officer as you complete a Graduate-level professional degree in Faith Tradition formation (MDiv or equivalent) program at a Canadian university, and complete the required two years of post-credential, fulltime, supervised Faith Tradition leadership experience.

Successful applicants will receive a salary, medical and dental care, and paid annual vacation. In exchange, you must work for the CAF for a specified period of time. To apply, you must have been accepted without condition to a Graduate-level professional degree in Faith Tradition formation (MDiv or equivalent) at a Canadian university in a program recognized by the ICCMC and the CAF.

For more information about entry plans and becoming a Chaplain, you may contact the Royal Canadian Chaplain Service:

Email: ChaplainMain-AumoneriePrincipale@forces.gc.ca

Phone: 1-866-502-2203

Regional Chaplains Contact Information: Please choose the region below to find the contact information of the regional chaplain.

Alberta and the North

Chaplain, 3rd Canadian Division

Capt Bryan Bowley

Email: Bryan.Bowley@forces.gc.ca

Edmonton 780-973-4011 x8141

Manitoba and Saskatchewan

1 Canadian Air Division Chaplain

Maj Henry Hoy

Email: Henry.Hoy@forces.gc.ca

Winnipeg 204-833-2500 x2267

Ontario

Chaplain, 4th Canadian Division

Capt Adnan Balihodzic

Email: Adnan.Balihodzic@forces.gc.ca

Toronto 416-633-6200 x5314

Quebec

Chaplain, 2nd Canadian Division

Capt Dany Perreault

Email: qg2divcafoieaumonier@forces.gc.ca

Montréal 514-252-2777 x4032

Maritimes

Chaplain, 5th Canadian Division

Lt(N) Stephen Cogswell

Email: Stephen.Cogswell@forces.gc.ca

Halifax 902-427-7849

British Colombia

Chaplain, Joint Task Force Pacific

Lt(N) Peter Han

Email: Peter.Han@forces.gc.ca

Esquimalt 250-363-4180

Training

After being posted, you will prepare for basic training by completing the 12 week intensive Basic Military Officer Qualification training programme at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. Topics covered include general military knowledge, the principles of leadership, regulations and customs of the CAF, basic weapons safe handling, and first aid. Opportunities will also be provided to apply such newly acquired military skills in training exercises involving force protection, field training, navigation and leadership. A rigorous physical fitness program is also a vital part of basic training. Basic Military Officer Qualification training is provided in English or French, and successful completion is a prerequisite for further training.

Following the successful completion of Basic Military Officer Qualification (BMOQ), chaplains will spend the next 12-18 months engaged in various online and in-person professional development courses. Courses include: Basic Occupation Qualification (BOQ), Intermediate Ethics, Chaplain Counselling Skills, Chaplain in Deployed Operations, Canadian Armed Forces Junior Officer Development (CAFJOD) programme, as well as any element-specific training requirements.

Part time options

This position is available for part-time employment with the Primary Reserve at certain locations across Canada. Reserve Force members usually serve part time at Reserve Unit in their community, and may serve while going to school or working at a civilian job. They are paid during their training. They are not posted or required to do a military move. However, they may volunteer for deployment on a military mission within or outside Canada.

CAF chaplains work in all military environments with members of the Royal Canadian Navy, the Canadian Army, and the Royal Canadian Air Force. CAF chaplains provide an active, personal and supportive presence, and offer spiritual and personal growth counselling, programmes, and events to all members of the CAF, regardless of religious affiliation. Public services and military ceremonies typically require the chaplain to participate and offer spiritual reflections. When employed on a part-time or casual fulltime basis CAF chaplains usually serve at CAF bases, wings, home ports, and reserve units located in Canada.

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Reserve Force members are trained to the same level as their Regular Force counterparts. They usually begin training with their home unit to ensure that they meet the required basic professional military standards. Basic training consists of two required components: Basic Military Officer Qualification (BMOQ) training and Basic Occupational Qualification (BOQ) training. Additional courses may be available over the course of a Chaplain’s career.

Reserve Force members usually serve part-time with their home unit on scheduled evenings and weekends, although they may also serve in fulltime positions at some units for fixed terms, depending on the type of work that they do. They are paid 92.8 percent of Regular Force rates of pay, receive a competitive benefits package and may qualify to contribute to a pension plan.

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Responsibilities

Provide spiritual, religious, and pastoral care to Canadian Armed Forces members and their families regardless of belief. Advise the Chain of Command on ethical dilemmas and spiritual accommodations while officiating military ceremonies.

Requirements

Candidates must be ordained by a registered Faith Tradition and hold a graduate-level professional degree in Faith Tradition formation. A minimum of two years of full-time supervised leadership experience and endorsement from the ICCMC are required.

Skills

Spiritual Care
Pastoral Care
Religious Officiating
Ethical Advising
Crisis Support
Counselling
Military Administration
Interfaith Liaison
Leadership
Public Speaking

Benefits

Medical Care
Dental Care
Paid Annual Vacation
Pension Plan

Visa sponsorship

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Hiring contact

Bryan Bowley

Hiring contact email

Bryan.Bowley@forces.gc.ca

Keywords

Chaplaincy
Canadian Armed Forces
MDiv
Faith Tradition
Pastoral Care
Military Officer
ICCMC
BMOQ
BOQ
Spiritual Counselling
Interfaith
Royal Canadian Navy
Canadian Army
Royal Canadian Air Force
Primary Reserve Force

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