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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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farm worker, fruit
A Rai Farms - Osoyoos, BC
Job Description:  Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).read more.
A Rai Farms  6 days ago

Cannabis Agricultural Worker
Green Team Solutions Inc. - Lillooet, BC - new
Job Description:  Working outdoors on a cannabis farm. Harvesting, Bucking, Garden Work, Packaging; Cleaning. Green Team Solutions is looking for experienced cannabis workers…read more.
Green Team Solutions Inc.  3 days ago

vegetable farm worker
SINGH VALLEY FARM - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description:  Load, unload and transfer crates, supplies and farm produce, livestock and poultry. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Sort and pack fruits and vegetables.read more.
SINGH VALLEY FARM  13 days ago

farm worker, vegetables
FRESH FIELDS HARVESTING INC. - Delta, BC
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.
FRESH FIELDS HARVESTING INC.  5 days ago

farm worker, fruit
SEDONA HOLDINGS LTD. - Kelowna, BC - new
Job Description:  Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Experience an asset Screening questions Are you available for the advertised start date? Are you…read more.
SEDONA HOLDINGS LTD.  1 day ago

farm workers supervisor
Toor Labour Contracting Ltd. - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description:  Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years.read more.
Toor Labour Contracting Ltd.  7 hours ago

Farm Worker
Randy Bohun farms - Richard, SK
Job Description:  We are currently seeking a Full-time Grain Farm Worker on our 10,500 acre farm starting immediately. The successful candidate must be able to operate and…read more.
Randy Bohun farms  30+ days ago

farm worker, fruit
Best Choice Blueberries Limited - Delta, BC
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Load, unload and transfer crates, supplies and farm produce, livestock and poultry. Hours: 40 hours per week.read more.
Best Choice Blueberries Limited  6 days ago

vegetable farm worker
GIF Farms - Maple Ridge, 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.
GIF Farms  10 days ago

Seasonal Farm Labourer/Operator
Cavendish Farms - O'Leary, PE - new
Job Description:  Please Note: A clean criminal background check and drug screen will be required prior to starting work. No previous experience required - training provided.read more.
Cavendish Farms  3 days ago

Farm Worker
Red Sun Farms Ontario LP. - Kingsville, ON
Job Description:  Loading and unloading trucks, product bins and waster bins. Cleaning out old crop at the end of the season. Sanitizing areas and preparing for new crops.read more.
Red Sun Farms Ontario LP.  8 days ago

farm worker, fruit
SRE Enterprises - Pitt Meadows, BC
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.
SRE Enterprises  15 days ago

farm worker, fruit
JAG RAI BLUEBERRY FARMS LTD - Dewdney, 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.
JAG RAI BLUEBERRY FARMS LTD  30+ 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  7 months ago

warehouse keeper helper
Meatex Farms Ltd. - Edmonton, AB
Job Description:  Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Load, unload and move products and materials by hand or with basic material handling equipment. Up to 9 kg (20 lbs).read more.
Meatex Farms Ltd.  7 hours ago

Production Worker - General Labourer
Sunrise Farms - Taber, AB
Job Description:  Our test kitchens have the most current cooking equipment replicating that used in commercial establishments, to facilitate precision testing.read more.
Sunrise Farms  30+ days ago

fruit harvester
Arlington Orchards Inc - Richmond, PE
Job Description:  Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Will train Work site environment Fruit and vegetable combination farming Outdoors At heights Wet/damp…read more.
Arlington Orchards Inc  30+ days ago

farm worker, fruit
JAGAT FARMS INCORPORATED - Surrey, BC
Job Description:  Load, unload and transfer crates, supplies and farm produce, livestock and poultry. Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Hours: 40 hours per week.read more.
JAGAT FARMS INCORPORATED  30+ days ago

farm worker, general
Monaghan Farms Ltd. - Kensington, PE
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Paid time off (volunteering or personal days). Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week.read more.
Monaghan Farms Ltd.  10 days ago

worker, farm
Peppertree Farms Ltd. - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description:  Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Will train Screening questions Are you available for the advertised start date? Are you currently…read more.
Peppertree Farms Ltd.  13 hours ago

farm worker, general
MILLET FARMS INC - Millet, AB
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Examine produce for quality and prepare for market. Write daily basic progress reports.read more.
MILLET FARMS INC  30+ days ago

Fall Festival Staff
Maan Farms - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description:  Help to keep the farm clean by maintaining cleaning and sanitizing protocols, etc. Part-time and full-time positions available, including:read more.
Maan Farms  14 days ago

Dairy Farm Worker
Matt and Sharon Coffey - Arthur, ON
Job Description:  Able to work with cows, equipment and computers. Daily chores will involve feeding, animal management, general maintenance and clean up.read more.
Matt and Sharon Coffey  6 days ago

farm worker
Kamal Farming Ltd. - Surrey, 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.
Kamal Farming Ltd.  30+ days ago

Food Packaging Team
Arbutus Farms Kitchen Deli Foods - Duncan, BC - new
Job Description:  We are looking for experienced and non experienced food production workers to pack our daily fresh handmade deli salads. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent.read more.
Arbutus Farms Kitchen Deli Foods  2 days ago

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