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Canada Farm Jobs - Harvest and Seasonal Work Opportunities

Lands throughout Canada boast fields plentiful of maize, potatoes, beans, squash, and sunflowers. The indigenous populations of Iroquois and Huron people cultivated the land as seen by explorers in the 17th century. In recent years, Canadian land continues to produce agricultural goods, which benefit the residents and economy of the country. The rural landscape remains ideal for fields of grains and oilseeds, cattle, horticulture, and poultry. Although a decline in production of farm-related commodities occurred over the 20th century, the industry still remains an essential element and way of life for inhabitants. Fueled by innovation, agriculture contributes approximately $100 billion CAD per year to the gross domestic product (GDP) of the North American country. Furthermore, Canada employs over 2.2 million workers in the agricultural sector, which roughly accounts for one in eight jobs. Employment hunters locate occupations as migrant workers, animal caretakers, fruit and vegetable pickers, general farm labors, and supervisors.

The Canadian agricultural industry reports around 200,000 farms occupying roughly 160 million acres of terrain. Rapeseed, canola, rye, oats, barley, and alfalfa constitute a list of popularly grown grain crops. Exceeding 240 million bushels of wheat, homesteads utilize the crop to produce abundant harvests in short growing seasons. Horticulture, which includes nursery and floral crops as well as fruits, extends throughout Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, and Ontario. Tasty varieties able to grow in the plant hardiness zones of the region, such as apples, strawberries, peaches, and apricots, yield significant revenues for the country. Other popular crop commodities range from grapes and hazelnuts to maple syrup and sugar beets. Livestock numbers continue to rise as well as the corresponding industries of feedlots, meat processing, and animal husbandry. In Canada, approximately 12.7 million cattle, 960,000 dairy cows, 12.6 million pigs, and 94 million broilers dominate the industry.

Canada represents the second largest country in total area and remains situated in northern North America. A majority of citizens, almost 35.8 million, reside in the southern regions of the territory close to the United States border. Boreal forests prevail throughout the country, while the flat prairies in the southwest facilitate agriculture. In the southeast, the Great Lakes run into the St. Lawrence River with prominent lowlands. A diverse climate allows temperatures to vary dramatically. Northern arctic regions and Rocky Mountain areas experience heavy ice and snowfall with subzero temperatures common for large portions of each year. Parts of western Canada maintain semi-arid weather, with Vancouver Island classified as a summer Mediterranean climate. Variations of temperate to subarctic environments result in highs of 82 degrees Fahrenheit in July and lows of -24 degrees Fahrenheit in January.

Whether employed directly in the field or representing goods through agribusiness, aspirants find work readily obtainable in the agricultural industry. Dykman Cattle Company, Tiny Acres Holsteins, and Rosenhill Farm Inc. include facilities routinely seeking to employ dairy farm workers. Like many other cattle and dairy farms, the ranches require at least six months or more of previous experience, the ability to work rotational shifts and evenings, teamwork skills, and fluent English capabilities. The ability to speak French, the second national language in Canada, may benefit future pickers and farmhands when seeking jobs in eastern portions of the country. Laborers traditionally clean barns and pens, feed, milk, and handle large herds. Some farmsteads like Sharon Mushroom Farm in Ontario regularly hire entry-level pickers, with no experience necessary. On average, employees receive hourly wages between $11.00 CAD and $12.00 CAD. Employment benefits range from medical insurance and paid time off to room and board and discounted produce.

Individuals may locate occupations on farms by preparing detailed resumes highlighting past experiences. Hiring practices vary by company. If a candidate decides to apply in person, the individual should request the attention of the hiring manager and remain professional at all times. Resumes should also highlight education and related job skills. Seasonal positions available during warmer growing months remain ideal for migrant workers. Other job titles last year round and offer permanent, full-time opportunities for hardworking team members. Highly educated and trained aspirants regularly secure careers in supervising, marketing, quality management, human resources, and sales.

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General labourer part/full time
BPM&R - Calgary, AB
Job Description:  Other jobs are setting up temporary pens and other Farm labor. Looking for someone capable of physical work....read more.
BPM&R  5 days ago

Field Staff
Toronto and Region Conservation - Woodbridge, ON
Job Description:  Familiarity with farm and construction equipment, including small tools and larger machinery an asset....read more.
Toronto and Region Conservation  12 days ago

Horse Farm Help
Persley Den Farms - Acton, ON
Job Description:  Full time permanent position on Thoroughbred Farm near Acton. All ages of horses, all aspects of farm care, You will need reliable transportation and the...read more.
Persley Den Farms  7 days ago

Full Time Pay for Part Time Work
Nutrafarms (Oshawa) - Oshawa, ON
Job Description:  This is NOT A SALES POSITION, it is just a way to let the public know how they can get great local natural farm products.*....read more.
Nutrafarms (Oshawa)  29 days ago

Farm Hand
Shuttleworth Farms - Balzac, AB
Job Description:  A mixed grain and cattle operation. Duties will include fencing, working with cattle and running equipment (modern Case IH equipment). Experience an asset but...read more.
Shuttleworth Farms  29 days ago

Organic Foods Packer Position (starting at $16/hr)
Mama Earth Organics - Toronto, ON
Job Description:  Mama Earth Organics partners with local organic farms and like-minded local businesses and artisans in Toronto....read more.
Mama Earth Organics  28 days ago

Organic Produce Delivery Driver (starting at $19/hr)
Mama Earth Organics - Toronto, ON
Job Description:  Farm pickups (usually optional – before shifts or on weekends). We’re a socially motivated business that partners with local organic farms, suppliers and like...read more.
Mama Earth Organics  28 days ago

Farmer helper
Feast of Fields Organic Farm - Lincoln, ON
Job Description:  Maintain farm equipment. Organic fruit farm duties :. Mechanical attitude to help maintain farm equipment. NOT a student job, we invest in training our helpers...read more.
Feast of Fields Organic Farm  30+ days ago

Farm Store Staff Member
Andrews' Scenic Acres - Milton, ON
Job Description:  Looking for friendly, warm individuals to fill retail positions in the farm store beginning August 15th, 2018....read more.
Andrews' Scenic Acres  20 days ago

Cashier
Sunterra Market - Calgary, AB
Job Description:  _The seeds of Sunterra took root on the Price family farm over forty years ago in Acme, AB. _Just like finishing a hard day's work on the farm, working at...read more.
Sunterra Market  12 days ago

Assistant Farm Manager (Vertical Farm)
Living Earth Farm - North York, ON
Job Description:  Living Earth Farm is an innovative indoor farm that specializes in year-round organic greens and herbs production....read more.
Living Earth Farm  7 days ago

General Labour
Sargent Farms - Mississauga, ON
Job Description:  Sargent Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thank you for your interest in Sargent Farms. Sargent Farms will provide accommodations throughout the...read more.
Sargent Farms  27 days ago

custom harvester
Mochs Custom Service - Woolchester, AB
Job Description:  Type of Farm Operations. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience....read more.
Mochs Custom Service  15 days ago

harvest hand
Mochs Custom Service - Woolchester, AB
Job Description:  Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience Experience Experience an asset Equipment and Machinery...read more.
Mochs Custom Service  15 days ago

Equipment Operator
Fairgreen Sod Farms - Markham, ON - new
Job Description:  *Job Title*: Equipment Operator *Duties: * The successful candidate will be required to operate front end loader, excavators, forklifts, bull dozers and...read more.
Fairgreen Sod Farms  1 day ago

Field Staff, Restoration Projects
Toronto and Region Conservation for the Living City - Woodbridge, ON
Job Description:  Familiarity with farm and construction equipment, including small tools and larger machinery an asset....read more.
Toronto and Region Conservation for the Living City  12 days ago

Harvest Support / Driver (Seasonal)
Pure Prairie Hemp - Oyen, AB
Job Description:  The focus of the job will be to travel to and from designated farms with company provided 1 ton trucks and trailer, providing harvest support and transportation...read more.
Pure Prairie Hemp  30+ days ago

General Farm Worker
Dorenberg Orchards - Lake Country, BC
Job Description:  We are happy to be accepting applications for the position of Farm Worker. Dorenberg Orchards Ltd....read more.
Dorenberg Orchards  6 days ago

dairy herdsperson
New Mars Dairy Ltd - Millet, AB
Job Description:  Perform general farm duties; Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment;...read more.
New Mars Dairy Ltd  13 days ago

Horse farm l/f barn help
Vivian Ridge Farm - Newmarket, ON
Job Description:  Newmarket boarding stable is looking for part time experienced barn help Monday, Tuesday, Thursday mornings and Saturday afternoon. Mucking and setting up 13...read more.
Vivian Ridge Farm  8 days ago

Swine Technician
HyLife Foods LP - Manitoba
Job Description:  Perform general on farm duties. HyLife Ltd is a progressive Manitoba based company....read more.
HyLife Foods LP  30+ days ago

Farm Operation Team Member
Sharpe Farm Supplies Ltd - Guelph, ON
Job Description:  Sharpes Farm Supplies is looking for a farmhand to assist with livestock and growing crops. This position requires this individual to complete many physically...read more.
Sharpe Farm Supplies Ltd  11 days ago

Labourer
Government of Canada - Indian Head, SK
Job Description:  Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Science and Technology Indian Head (Saskatchewan) GL-MAN-05 $24.36 to $26.47 per hour For further information on the...read more.
Government of Canada  5 days ago

Part Time Hours with Full Time Pay
Nutrafarms Inc - Milton, ON - new
Job Description:  Are you passionate about support local farms?*. All of our animals are treated humanely and are from local family farms who respect both the animals and the...read more.
Nutrafarms Inc  1 day ago

Data Entry Clerk/ Customer Service
Canna Farms Ltd. - Hope, BC
Job Description:  Canna Farms is seeking a Data Entry Clerk to join our team. We are looking for someone who wants to be part of a family run business that is dedicated and...read more.
Canna Farms Ltd.  5 days ago

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