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Area Safety Manager - Southwestern ON
First Student
Toronto, ON · Scarborough, ON
- Full-time
The Area Safety Manager (ASM) plays a key role in supporting safety across operational, facility and shop activities at designated locations within the Greater Toronto Area. Reporting…
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Bilingual Senior Travel Claims Specialist
Manulife
Toronto, ON · Kitchener, ON · Waterloo, ON · Montreal, QC · Halifax, NS
- Full-time
Reporting to the Manager, this position requires an expert in travel claims (medical, trip cancellation/interruption, baggage, accidental death and dismemberment, collision damage) for both…
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DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Lacroix Médecine Privée
Quebec, QC
- Full-time
…and financial priorities of Groupe médical Lacroix. Advise senior management on investments, risks, and key technological…
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Senior Manager, Compliance
Questrade Financial Group
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We’re looking for our next Senior Compliance Manager
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Senior Manager, Operations Transformation
Questrade Financial Group
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We’re looking for our next Senior Manager, Operations Transformation
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Senior Project Manager - St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
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St. John's, NL · Greater St. John's Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
…priorities into clear, achievable plans. We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead technology and business initiatives from planning through delivery, bringing people together,…
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Consulting Manager-Project Manager (RTE), Life Sciences Manufacturing Consulting
Cognizant
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
Title: Consulting Manager/Project Manager (RTE)
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Senior Project Manager, Consulting
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Vancouver, BC · Edmonton, AB · Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Demonstrated experience as a Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Project Director or comparable project leadership role.
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Sourcing Manager, Packaging
Mondelēz International
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Manager, Reporting and Analysis
Questrade Financial Group
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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RQ11884 – Project Manager/Leader – Senior
S M Software Solutions Inc
Toronto, ON
- Internship
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RQ11724 – Project Manager/Leader – Senior
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Toronto, ON
- Internship
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RQ00838 – Solution Architect – CRM – Senior
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Toronto, ON
- Internship
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Gestionnaire Principal De Programme, Transformation Des Contrôles Internes
Aston Carter
Montreal, QC
- $125 to $150 CAD / hour
- Contract
Rôle hybride basé à Montréal, avec 2 jours par semaine au bureau · Hybrid role based in Montreal, with 2 days per week in office
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Project Manager, Capital Projects
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Toronto, ON
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Project Manager, Capital Projects
Amica Senior Lifestyles
Vancouver, BC · Greater Vancouver, British Columbia
Reporting to the Director, Capital Projects and Asset Management, the Project Manager, Capital Projects assumes accountability for the execution and overall progress of design related…
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Program Manager
Toronto Foundation for Student Success
Toronto, ON
- $85,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for work
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Scrum Master (Freelancer)
Nelson Education LTD
Remote, Canada
- Temporary
- Remote
Work with Senior Manager, Content Management and PM to estimate timelines and costs (e.g., writing, editing, production, reviewing, proofreading, alt text) for both prototypes and full…
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Deputy Quality Manager
GFT
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Must possess a driver’s license to fulfill the essential functions of the position
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Release Project Manager / Technical PM
Affinity
BC · British Columbia, Canada
- Contract
The ideal candidate is a Senior Release / Project Manager with 10+ years of direct experience overseeing the planning, packaging, testing and deployment of software releases in complex,…
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Scrum Master (Freelancer)
Nelson
Canada
- Temporary
Work with Senior Manager, Content Management and PM to estimate timelines and costs (e.g., writing, editing, production, reviewing, proofreading, alt text) for both prototypes and full…
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Project Management Manager – (SC&E)
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- Full-time
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Senior Markets & Trading Risk Auditor
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Montreal, QC
- Full-time
The Senior Auditor will functionally report to the Head of Markets Audit in New York, with day-to-day support from an onsite Manager in Montreal. The role will act as auditor-in-charge on…
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Nelson Education LTD

Scrum Master (Freelancer)

Remote, Canada

Remote

Temporary

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Job type: Temporary
Workplace: Remote
Remote eligibility: Canada listed. Check the posting for province restrictions.
Experience: 3+ years of experience in project management, preferably in an educational publishing or e-learning environment or in digital projects
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 13, 2026

Original job description

At Nelson, we've been supporting teaching and learning across Canada for more than a century. As Canada's leading K–12 educational publisher and digital learning provider, we work alongside educators to develop trusted, curriculum-aligned resources, digital learning solutions, and assessment tools that meet the evolving needs of classrooms.

From our longstanding publishing heritage to innovative platforms like Edwin, we bring together quality content, technology, and practical support to help educators create equitable, inclusive, and engaging learning experiences for every student.

Behind this work is a team of passionate, collaborative, and forward-thinking people who care about making a difference in Canadian education. We're always looking for curious, creative individuals who bring fresh perspectives, embrace new ideas, and want to make a meaningful impact.

If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply to join our team today.

Let's Create Possible, one learner at a time.

About the role

The Scrum Master (SM) is a project manager with experience running projects using the Scrum framework. The SM is responsible for day-to-day leadership and project management of digital products. The SM will participate in the planning of projects and oversee the development and production stages, providing overall workflow/scheduling expertise with the goal of ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to Nelson’s quality standards.

The SM will leverage the contributions of internal staff including Program Specialists, Content Editors, Content Coordinators, Digital Content Developers, and Rights Acquisitions Project Managers, as well as external vendors including editors, proofreaders, designers, and full-service vendors in the completion of the work. In addition, the SM will work with the Product Manager (PM) to set project scope and priorities. A key aspect of this role is to ensure that the content quality and product vision is maintained throughout the project’s life cycle.

The position requires hands-on project management skills, high attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work with technical and non-technical staff and vendors. Key to the success of this position is the ability to be agile, work well under pressure, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a technical and quick-changing environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Project Planning

Provide support to the Product Manager (PM) as needed through R&D for product vision and conceptualization, including participating in market research activities such as meetings, workshops, and focus groups
Participate in project planning meetings to plan for content development and production of product (e.g., author/advisor meetings)
Work with Senior Manager, Content Management and PM to estimate timelines and costs (e.g., writing, editing, production, reviewing, proofreading, alt text) for both prototypes and full products

Project Management

Collaborate with PM to identify project scope, requirements, and acceptance criteria
Apply Scrum project management methodologies to plan, execute, and manage process and workflow for digital content, from conception to go-live/publication, including markup, writing, editing, production (HTML editing, composition), integration of partner content, and creation of metadata and interactive content
Guide internal team members through the workflow, monitoring for quality and completeness set by acceptance criteria (e.g. reviews, instructional design), monitoring for alignment with design templates and brand identity, and ensuring that project milestones are met and that work is progressing within project scope
Source, engage, and liaise with external reviewers and vendors including designers, editors, illustrators, copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers
Identify blockers and potential project pitfalls, evaluate risk/benefits, and work with project team, other Scrum Masters, and Senior Managers to find solutions
Ensure that content-preparation requirements (e.g., manuscript, metadata, etc.) are understood and followed by the project team
Understand and follow guidelines for accessibility, web compatibility, and permissions
Advise on ongoing updates and revisions to assigned projects based on market feedback
Contribute to process improvement initiatives
Participate in team meetings and update Senior Manager, Content Management and Product Manager regularly on project status, alerting them to any issues that might require their assistance

Experience and Education

Post-secondary education required
3+ years of experience in project management, preferably in an educational publishing or e-learning environment or in digital projects
Thorough understanding of project management best practices and familiarity with Scrum; PMP and/or CSM certification an asset
Knowledge of publishing processes and workflow for digital products
Certificate/degree from college or university publishing program an asset
Knowledge of pedagogy and instructional design for K-12
Experience working in digital content creation and ability to quickly learn new processes, systems, and software

Skills

Demonstrated ability to coordinate people in a project environment where there is no direct reporting relationship
Superior communication skills, both written and spoken
Problem solving orientation with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Strong time-management skills, flexibility to shift between tasks easily, and demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize workload
Ability to conceptualize, workshop, document, and socialize rapidly evolving workflow processes
Highly organized and motivated with keen attention-to-detail
Understanding of editorial standards and processes
Understanding of web development and print production and processes
Strong customer service orientation
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
Collaborative strength – should embrace, support, and practice a collaborative style
Comfortable dealing with change and risk in a fast-paced working environment
Computer proficiency: Adobe Acrobat, MS Office, Smartsheet, Confluence, Jira
Broad understanding of copyright and accessibility standards
Teaching experience is an asset

Nelson is committed to Inclusion, Equity and diversity. As part of this commitment, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status. Should you require any accommodation during our selection process, please reach out to peopleandengagement@nelson.com.

All freelance work at Nelson is carried out on a work-for-hire basis, with freelancers submitting invoices for work on agreed-upon tasks and projects. The rate of pay ranges depending on experience and skill level, or sometimes according to predetermined task-based flat rates.

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Responsibilities

The Scrum Master is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and project management of digital products using the Scrum framework. They will oversee development and production stages to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have post-secondary education and at least 3 years of experience in project management, preferably within educational publishing or e-learning. Proficiency in Scrum methodologies and experience with digital content creation are essential for this role.

Skills

Scrum
Project management
Digital content development
Workflow management
Communication
Time management
Problem solving
Adobe Acrobat
MS Office
Smartsheet
Confluence
Jira
Instructional design
Editorial standards
Risk management

Remote locations

Ontario, Canada

Remote locations (standardized)

Ontario, Canada

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Keywords

Scrum
Project Management
Digital Content
Educational Publishing
E-learning
Workflow
Metadata
HTML Editing
Instructional Design
Accessibility
Web Compatibility
Adobe Acrobat
MS Office
Smartsheet
Confluence
Jira
PMP
CSM
Pedagogy
Content Management
Risk Management
Market Research
Product Vision
Quality Assurance
Stakeholder Management

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