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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 2067 results.

farm worker
635619 BC Ltd. - Cawston, BC - new
Job Description:  Other vegetables and melon farming (except potato). Hours: 30 to 50 hours per week.read more.
635619 BC Ltd.  2 days ago

fruit farm labourer
SV BLUEBERRIES LTD. - Mission, BC
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.read more.
SV BLUEBERRIES LTD.  10 days ago

Farm Worker
JC Fresh Farms - Kingsville, ON
Job Description:  Loading and unloading trucks, product bins and waster bins. String and wire plants and objects. Clean and maintain the greenhouse.read more.
JC Fresh Farms  7 days ago

Farm Worker
Vanco Farms - Mount Albion, PE
Job Description:  Worker to comply with legislation and regulatory standards when performing on-the-farm activities as directed. Comply with protocols for food safety.read more.
Vanco Farms  30+ days ago

vegetable packer - farm
Armstrong Top Pack - Leamington, ON
Job Description:  Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Sort and pack fruits and vegetables. Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).read more.
Armstrong Top Pack  20 days ago

dairy farm worker
Westview Dairy Farms Ltd. - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Beef cattle ranching and farming, including feedlots.read more.
Westview Dairy Farms Ltd.  30+ days ago

fruit farm worker
Avtar Singh Lit - Vernon, BC
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and…read more.
Avtar Singh Lit  24 days ago

Berry Farm Worker
Sumas Valley Berry Farm Ltd - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description:  Duties include: Pruning, weeding, planting, maintenance of fields, checking irrigation; general farm related duties; work is out doors; min. 40 hours per week,…read more.
Sumas Valley Berry Farm Ltd  30+ days ago

dairy farm worker
Mindy Farms Inc. - Lancaster, ON
Job Description:  Also equipment and building maintenance. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent. LANCASTER, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).read more.
Mindy Farms Inc.  17 hours ago

general farm worker
Toor Eastwood Farm - Osoyoos, BC
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.read more.
Toor Eastwood Farm  19 hours ago

fruit farm labourer
Scarlett Acres Limited - Colborne, ON
Job Description:  Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week.read more.
Scarlett Acres Limited  14 days ago

fruit farm labourer
David K Chute - Berwick, NS - new
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.read more.
David K Chute  3 days ago

General Farm Worker
Truly Green Farms and Cedarline Greenhouses - Chatham-Kent, ON
Job Description:  Combination of kneeling, crouching, and bending. Employment Conditions: Flexible hours, 5-6 days per week. Hours: 40-45 per week.read more.
Truly Green Farms and Cedarline Greenhouses  6 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  18 months ago

farm worker, fruit
Massad Farms - Leamington, ON - new
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week. Education: No degree, certificate or diploma.read more.
Massad Farms  1 day ago

farm worker, fruit
1031023 BC LTD - Oliver, BC
Job Description:  Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Will train Work site environment Viticulture Type of crops Grapes Work Term: Permanent Work Language:…read more.
1031023 BC LTD  30+ days ago

Vegetable Packer
Armstrong Top Pack Ltd. - Leamington, ON
Job Description:  Topline Farms (Armstrong Top Pack Ltd.) is hiring Full time - Vegetable Packers for our warehouse. The Vegetable Packer is responsible for:read more.
Armstrong Top Pack Ltd.  15 days ago

fruit farm worker
Worrenberg Farms Ltd. - Keremeos, BC
Job Description:  Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years Screening questions Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Do…read more.
Worrenberg Farms Ltd.  13 days ago

farm worker
T&S Mankatala Farm - Abbotsford, BC - new
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Hours: 40 hours per week.read more.
T&S Mankatala Farm  1 day ago

Farm Worker
Family farm operation - Cremona, AB
Job Description:  Operate a variety of farm equipment including GPS. Organize and maintain shop, yard and storage sheds. Valid Class 1 drivers license with clean drivers abstract…read more.
Family farm operation  24 days ago

farm worker, general
Fraser Valley Packers Inc. - Abbotsford, BC - new
Job Description:  Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: 1 to less than 7 months Tasks Fertilize and spray crops Harvest crops Equipment and machinery…read more.
Fraser Valley Packers Inc.  2 days ago

Farm Worker
Paragon Farms - Kincardine, ON
Job Description:  Detecting heat patterns in sows and performing artificial insemination. Monitoring and maintaining herd health and vaccinations.read more.
Paragon Farms  6 days ago

worker, farm
Didaruke Lopo Farms - Abbotsford, BC - new
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.
Didaruke Lopo Farms  1 hour ago

Greenhouse/Farm Worker . Farm Labourer. Seasonal.
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  18 months ago

farm worker
Piara and Sons Farms Inc - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week.read more.
Piara and Sons Farms Inc  30+ days ago

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