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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.

Canada Job Listings:
Jobs 2 thru 26 of 1848 results.

vegetable farm foreman/woman
Agriville - Kingsville, ON
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed. Maintain quality control and production records.read more.
Agriville  11 days ago

General Labour -Stuffing
Maple Lodge Farms - Brampton, ON
Job Description:  $1,000 sign on bonus ! Retention bonus- 6months-$500 And 9 months-$1000. Weekly pay meaning you get paid every Friday! Keeping a clean work space.read more.
Maple Lodge Farms  6 days ago

Personal Assistant
Farm and spice grocers ltd - Remote
Job Description:  Acting as a point of contact for phone calls and correspondence. Managing appointments, meetings, and conferences. Part-time hours: 28 per week.read more.
farm and spice grocers ltd  30+ days ago

vegetable packer - farm
Armstrong Top Pack - Leamington, ON
Job Description:  Tasks Clean work area Transportation/travel information Own transportation Public transportation is not available Work conditions and physical capabilities…read more.
Armstrong Top Pack  19 days ago

farm worker
Peter W. Wieler - High Level, AB
Job Description:  Work site environment Organic farming Other grain farming Outdoors Dusty Work setting Rural area Tasks Cleaning crop Hoeing crops Mixing fertilizer Plant,…read more.
Peter W. Wieler  30+ days ago

fruit or vegetable picker
Thwaites Farms Ltd. - Langton, ON
Job Description:  Load, unload and transfer crates, supplies and farm produce, livestock and poultry. Pick row and orchard crops. Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).read more.
Thwaites Farms Ltd.  30+ days ago

fruit farm worker
Pardo's Berrie Farm - Blenheim, ON
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Examine produce for quality and prepare for market.read more.
Pardo's Berrie Farm  7 days ago

Mill Production Workers
CFS - Clarence Farm Services - Truro, NS
Job Description:  Clarence Farm Services is a 50 year old Feed Producer supporting farmers across all of Atlantic Canada from our mills located in Truro, NS. We are looking for…read more.
CFS - Clarence Farm Services  30+ days ago

Indoor Farm Staff - Production (Days)
Goodleaf Farms - Guelph, ON
Job Description:  As a Vertical Farming Technician, you will be part of a team of VFTs who’s passion for food security and sustainability gets them excited for work each day.read more.
Goodleaf Farms  9 months ago

farm worker, fruit
Blue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard - Duncan, BC
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Maintain and manage growth of vines, vine canopy and grapes. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.read more.
Blue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard  21 days ago

General Labour- Trimming/Packing
Maple Lodge Farms - Brampton, ON
Job Description:  Weekly pay meaning you get paid every Friday! Benefits provided after 3 months on the job: Employee discounts at our Maple Lodge Farms Chicken Shop.read more.
Maple Lodge Farms  18 days ago

Farm Labourers
Country Ribbon - St. John's, NL
Job Description:  Applicants must be willing to work in a farm setting with live animals and be mechanically inclined, have own transportation and be willing to work shift work.read more.
Country Ribbon  19 months ago

general farm worker
Gurm Orchards Ltd. - Kelowna, BC
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Examine produce for quality and prepare for market.read more.
Gurm Orchards Ltd.  30+ days ago

farm worker, fruit
AJ Lepp Orchards Ltd. - Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Examine produce for quality and prepare for market.read more.
AJ Lepp Orchards Ltd.  7 days ago

Apple Pickers
Duntroon Cyder House & Farm - Duntroon, ON
Job Description:  Amount of hours per week, time of day, days per week all flexible. Opportunity for a bonus pay structure exists. Must currently reside in Ontario Canada.*.read more.
Duntroon Cyder House & Farm  6 days ago

DSP/Contractor opportunity - Journeyman Millwright - Hanna Wind Farm
Jardeg-Construction - Alberta
Job Description:  Schedule: 10-12 hours day. DSP/contractor rate: $75/hr Journeyman, up to $85/hr for General Foreman. Millwrights install, maintain, repair and troubleshoot…read more.
Jardeg-Construction  16 days ago

fruit farm labourer
Perfect Berries Ltd. - Aylesford, NS
Job Description:  Work site environment Outdoors In/on water Wet/damp Hot Cold/refrigerated Tasks Harvest crops Work conditions and physical capabilities Repetitive tasks…read more.
Perfect Berries Ltd.  13 days ago

Greenhouse/Farm Worker . Farm Labourer. YEAR ROUND.
Stokdijk Greenhouses - Beaver Brook, NS
Job Description:  Tasks include: picking, packing, crop/ plant maintenance, cleaning, record keeping, weeding, farm maintenance, and general farm tasks.read more.
Stokdijk Greenhouses  14 months ago

vegetable farm worker
Sunnyside Produce Ltd. - Delta, BC
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry.read more.
Sunnyside Produce Ltd.  21 days ago

Fruit farm labourer
George and John Kroslak - Ruthven, ON
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Examine produce for quality and prepare for market.read more.
George and John Kroslak  29 days ago

farm worker, fruit
Cannon Estate Winery Ltd. - Abbotsford, BC - new
Job Description:  Work site environment Other miscellaneous crop farming Outdoors Viticulture Work setting Rural area Tasks Fruit trees training Shearing with knife Fertilize…read more.
Cannon Estate Winery Ltd.  2 days ago

Grocery Cart Attendant (URGENTLY HIRING) Full-Time
Highland Farms - Mississauga, ON - new
Job Description:  If you are passionate about food, have strong customer service skills, and want to make a fresh start, then join the Highland Farms family.read more.
Highland Farms  1 day ago

farm labourer
Thiara Farms - Dundas, ON
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Other vegetables and melon farming (except potato). Write daily basic progress reports.read more.
Thiara Farms  30+ days ago

general farm worker
Chetan Singh Gill Orchardist - Winfield, BC
Job Description:  Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry. Examine produce for quality and prepare for market.read more.
Chetan Singh Gill Orchardist  18 days ago

fruit farm labourer
LLOYD DYCK - Waterville, NS
Job Description:  Work site environment Outdoors At heights Wet/damp Hot Work setting Rural area Tasks Brush collecting Budding trees Clipping Fruit trees training Grading…read more.
LLOYD DYCK  15 days ago

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