Before to start any search, you need to make sure that you will have a work permit. Strict regulations mean that checks are often made on employees, often in places that attract a lot of international workers.
Canada's seasonal and short-term work is centered around the tourism and service industries. Summer months offer work on resorts and in restaurants, cafes, and bars while winter work can include working at ski/snowboard lodges as an instructor, hotel staff, or restaurant staff. Hiring usually begins in October. Check with sites directly, like Banff National Park in the Rockies or Jasper National Park. Another option is with the many campsites, caravan and holiday parks in the positions of wardens, sales, and reception staff. Some jobs offer accommodations and meals.
Search engines allow you to scan a great variety of jobs, and narrow down your search on certain criteria. It is also a good idea to post your CV online so hiring managers can find you. They may also allow you to sign-up for e-mail alerts of when new jobs become available.
Search engines allow you to scan a great variety of jobs, and narrow down your search on certain criteria. It is also a good idea to post your CV online so hiring managers can find you. They may also allow you to sign-up for e-mail alerts of when new jobs become available.
Expat and social forums are another resource for job seekers. Find out about other people's experiences and ask questions on the forum. Also go to our expat job listings in Canada.
Networking can help you find the perfect position. Chat with other expats and share your experience on Canada forums.
The Human Resources and Skills Development Canada's Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program matches workers from Mexico and the Caribbean countries with Canadian farmers who need temporary support during planting and harvesting seasons, when qualified Canadians or permanent residents are not available.
Applicants must:
AgriVenture
This program recruits workers between 18 and 30 for placements throughout the world, including in Canada. They take care of all the practical aspects of the trip, from tickets, work permits and insurance. Workers are paid for their labor and are provided with accommodation and food.
Working Holiday Canada
Offers programs throughout Canada to work in ski resorts. Arranges positions and provides advice.
This is also called Working Holiday Program (WHP), but best known in Canada as the International Experience Canada (IEC) initiative. This program provides work permits to young people aged 18-35 who are from one of the countries that have a bilateral reciprocal youth mobility arrangement or agreement with Canada. The 4 categories include: Working Holiday, Young Professionals, Internship related to studies, and Summer jobs. For more information on visa, consult the section on "Passport and Visas".
You will find information on voluntary jobs or internship abroad in our other articles on the left column of this page. |
It is possible to teach English or another foreign language in Toronto for a short term or holiday job. Please refer to the Teaching English section for further information.
An employment contract is standard for any working environment and in the case of student or short-term work, a student employment contract may be used. This usually imposes a time-limit between a student and an employer, with the student getting a salary for his/her work. Making a formal student work contract is not mandatory (it is possible to sign a standard employee contract instead), but may have additional benefits for a student position.
Many foreigners can enter and reside in Canada as tourists for up to six months (full listing under the section "Passport, Visa & Permits"). However, you must have a valid work permit to work in Canada.
Update 18/08/2018
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