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British Columbia Farm Work - Harvest and Seasonal Jobs
Supported by a resource-based economy, British Columbia thrives along the west coast of Canada with a broad geography and climate. Commonly referred to as BC, the province supports roughly 4.6 million residents. In addition to inhabitants, an impressive number of food products grow and prosper in the region. About 200 agricultural commodities yield a market value of nearly $2.9 billion. While farmers utilize only a measly four percent of land for commercial farming, the province still generates about six percent of the total gross farm receipts in Canada. Of the roughly 20,000 farmsteads spread across around 2.6 million hectares, almost 98 percent remain family-owned and operated, with corporations only owning two percent. Year-round and seasonal employment opportunities consistently become and remain obtainable in the North American territory. More than 6,500 farms, or 33 percent of total farms in the province, report to paying wages and salaries to farmworkers.
Variations in cost of production, growing conditions, and a fluctuating market leads to continuous changes within the agriculture industry. The landscape consists of pastureland, about 50 percent, crops, around 20 percent, and other miscellaneous uses, such as summer fallow and seeded pastures. Over the years, farms specializing in hay, field vegetables, melons, sheep and goats, greenhouse vegetables, poultry and eggs, and fruit and nuts experienced widespread expansion. Declines took place in beef cattle, hog and pig, dairy, nursey, and grain farms. British Columbia entertains the largest amount of acreage for apricots, raspberries, bush blueberries, and sweet cherries in Canada. A little less than 17,000 hectares grow various types of berries and grapes. Approximately 620,000 cattle and calves prosper on farmsteads throughout the province. Other agricultural ventures, such as beekeeping, horses, bison, and organic produce, support the economy, as well.
Bordered by the Pacific Ocean on the west side, British Columbia features rugged coastlines stretching for more than 17,000 miles. Mountainous fjords and uninhabited islands also scatter near the shore. The capital, Victoria, resides on the southeastern tip of Vancouver Island. The narrow strip of island houses a dense population, while the western portions of the territory remain covered by a temperate rainforest. Spectacular scenic views comprise the Coast Mountains and the Inside Passage and offer a lot to the ecotourism industry.
Of the terrain, approximately 75 percent of lands in the province prove mountainous, 60 percent forested, and a sparse amount of arable land at five percent. Merges of the North Pacific Ocean drift and Kuroshio Current give way to a mild oceanic climate, which frequently produces rain. The weather verges on a dry-summer Mediterranean and encounters pockets of subtropical conditions. High mountains shield the interior of the province and provide the area with a semi-arid climate and less than 10 inches of precipitation per year. Average temperatures range from three degrees Fahrenheit in Fort Nelson during winter to 89 degrees Fahrenheit in Osoyoos during summer.
Close to 930,000 individuals find employment in agricultural-related work throughout British Columbia. Of the employees, nearly 545,000 hold year-round positions, while the rest occupy seasonal and temporary job titles. Spreads such as Northern Cherries Inc., located in Oliver, routinely seek migrant workers during harvest times. While most positions remain obtainable seasonally, employees still find generous work benefits. With competitive wages around $10.00 to $11.00 an hour, farm laborers may engage in picking, animal husbandry, machine operation, and general work. Common job titles range from farm worker, tractor operator, and orchard picker to vineyard pruner, animal caretaker, and farm supervisor. Depending on length of employment and occupation, employees earn paid time off, health insurance, and discounts on produce.
Whether an experienced professional or starting in the industry for the first time, candidates locate positions on farmsteads either through online applications or applying directly in person. Ideally, aspirants demonstrate previous farming skills through detailed resumes, which highlight former employers and educational background. Workers should possess reliable transportation and flexible availability. Many larger operations hire dozens of staff members before busy harvests begin, while smaller establishments seek general laborers skilled in several facets of agriculture. Recruiters search for potential employees able to commit seasonally or long-term, physically capable of meeting strenuous duties, and dedicated to the development of successful farmsteads.
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Progressive, Large Scale Grain Farm Agronomist
Hebert Grain Ventures - Fairlight, SK
Job Description: Searching for candidate with experience in grain farm and oil seed._. _Currently recruiting a full time or part-time Agronomist for our farm operations.read more.
Hebert Grain Ventures 4 days ago
Grower Relationship Manager
Agassiz Seed Farm Ltd. - Homewood, MB
Job Description: Our farm operation is celebrating its Farm Centennial in 2020. This full-time role will be responsible for executing the Agassiz Seed Farm Grower Relationship…read more.
Agassiz Seed Farm Ltd. 4 days ago
General Farm Worker (Seasonal Farm Labour (8431)
Rocky Mountain Show Jumping LTD - De Winton, AB
Job Description: Haying equipment, Farm truck, Manure spreader, Tractor, Loader, Irrigation pumps and equipment. Feed and tend horses for Show Jumping competition, Operate and…read more.
Rocky Mountain Show Jumping LTD 30+ days ago
Farm Hand/Labourer
Jackson Farm & Ranch Ltd - Medicine Hat, AB
Job Description: Progressive farm is located close to Medicine Hat. Regular maintenance and mechanical aptitude required on farm to operate equipment.read more.
Jackson Farm & Ranch Ltd 30+ days ago
Drivers needed for British Columbia
Uride - British Columbia
Job Description: Uride is Canada's fastest growing ride sharing company. Full-time, part-time, and casual positions available. Get paid to drive when you want;read more.
Uride 6 months ago
MATE
City of Toronto - Toronto, ON
Job Description: Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $31.26 - $34.26, TF4029 (wage grade 8). 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. - Weekends, Statutory Holidays and Eve.read more.
City of Toronto 13 days ago
Horse farm hand
Beau Valley Stables - Didsbury, AB
Job Description: This is a thoroughbred breeding farm. Turning out horses, cleaning barns, helping with breeding and foaling, hauling hay, feed and general farm duties.read more.
Beau Valley Stables 5 days ago
Farm / General Labourer
Canadian Rockies Hemp Corp - Bruderheim, AB
Job Description: Farm / General Labourer - Job Summary*. Operate farm and heavy machinery. Seeking a skilled, reliable general labourer to join our growing company.read more.
Canadian Rockies Hemp Corp 19 days ago
Audiologist- British Columbia
Audicus - Remote
Job Description: Must have an active British Columbia License. Audicus is looking for audiologists for contract work in British Columbia Canada.read more.
Audicus 30+ days ago
Longhole Driller - Northern British Columbia
Procon Group of Companies - Canada
Job Description: We are currently seeking experienced Longhole Drillers to join our project based in Northern British Columbia.read more.
Procon Group of Companies 30+ days ago
Foot Passenger Ticket Agent
BC Ferries - Nanaimo, BC
Job Description: “We connect communities and customers to the people and places important in their lives”. At BC Ferries, our employees are our most important assets in…read more.
BC Ferries 6 days ago
Telecommunications Technician - Rural (British Columbia)
TELUS Communications - British Columbia
Job Description: Our Broadband Networks team is laying the foundation for the future, connecting homes and businesses across Canada to our TELUS PureFibre™ network.read more.
TELUS Communications 30+ days ago
Farm Hand
Irvine Creek Farms Inc. - Sherwood Park, AB
Job Description: Our farm is located 10 minutes southeast of Edmonton. A driver's license with a clean abstract, and proven farm experience is essential.read more.
Irvine Creek Farms Inc. 20 days ago
Parks Interpreters and Communicators - Seasonal Wage Opportunities
Government of Alberta - Canada - new
Job Description: These are seasonal wage opportunities. Do you love sharing your passion for the outdoors with others? Then we have a fantastic summer job for you!read more.
Government of Alberta 3 days ago
Supervisor, Parks Forestry
City of Oshawa - Oshawa, ON
Job Description: Recruiting, supervising and training both full-time and seasonal staff. City of Oshawa, located just a short 30-minute drive from Toronto, is a progressive city…read more.
City of Oshawa 13 days ago
General Farm Worker
Randy Bohun Farm - Richard, SK
Job Description: Maintain farm yard and buildings. Randy Bohun Farm, which also owns and operates Sunset Road Seeds, is currently looking for 3 General Farm Labourers to join…read more.
Randy Bohun Farm 5 days ago
FISHING LODGE HIRING FOR 2020 SEASON
Arctic Lodges - Reindeer Lake, SK
Job Description: Seasonal position beginning early June - early September. Try something new this summer! Save money and escape the hussle of the city by working in the…read more.
Arctic Lodges 30+ days ago
general farm worker
Ben & Donna Walter Farms Ltd. - Magrath, AB
Job Description: No degree, certificate or diploma. 7 months to less than 1 year. Grain, oil and forage crop. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.read more.
Ben & Donna Walter Farms Ltd. 11 days ago
Farm Worker
Hulme Agra Products Inc - MacGregor, MB
Job Description: Hulme Agra Products is seeking a full time permanent employee to work on a grain farm at MacGregor, MB. The candidate must be in good physical condition and…read more.
Hulme Agra Products Inc 14 days ago
Farm Hand/Labourer
Windhaven Holsteins - Vernon, BC - new
Job Description: Farm hand needed on dairy farm 5 afternoons a week Three hour shifts $18-20 per hour No experience necessary Perfect for student.read more.
Windhaven Holsteins 3 days ago
Grower 2
PRT - Nelson, BC
Job Description: The area is nestled in the rugged Selkirk Mountains of southeastern British Columbia located in the beautiful West Kootenay region, halfway between Vancouver…read more.
PRT 6 days ago
Mate/Crew for a Sailing Expedition Company
Bluewater Adventures - North Vancouver, BC
Job Description: Since 1974, Bluewater has pioneered quality wilderness and wildlife eco-adventures in British Columbia and Alaska. North Vancouver from November – May.read more.
Bluewater Adventures 30+ days ago
Animal Attendants-Farm
African Lion Safari - Ontario
Job Description: Duties can include cleaning & disinfecting animal quarters, handling hay & grain products to assist in feeding livestock, assisting in repairs of fencing and…read more.
African Lion Safari 14 months ago
Medical Science Liaison, Oncology British Columbia
GSK - Vancouver, BC
Job Description: The MSL role supporting British Columbia provides non-promotional medical support, helping ensure the safe and effective use of GSK medicines, by creating…read more.
GSK 30+ days ago
Seasonal Collection Driver
City of Calgary - Calgary, AB
Job Description: If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary.read more.
City of Calgary 6 days ago
Directory of Farms, Orchards, etc in or near British Columbia regions
Note: The information below is simply a list of farms, growers, or orchards in the British Columbia area. Being listed below does not necessarily mean that they are currently looking to hire labor. You should contact them to inquire about employment availabilities.
| A and J Farms 26032 16 Ave, Aldergrove, BC V4W 2L4 604-856-4206 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Hazelnuts, Walnuts, Figs, Squash, Grapes, Plums, Tomatoes, Quail, Chicken, Eggs, Lamb |
Abby Lane Farm 7233 Mays Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 6A6 250-709-5405 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Pumpkins, Squash, Gourds, Corn, Sunflowers, Eggs |
| Aldor Acres 8301 252nd St, Langley, BC V4W 1T1 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Dairy, Pumpkins, Christmas Trees, Apples |
Alouette Tree Farm 23083 132nd Ave, Maple Ridge, BC V4R 0A8 604-467-0100 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Pumpkins, Blueberries, Christmas Trees, Seasonal Vegetables, Seasonal Fruits |
| ASH Berry Farm 3210 Royston Rd, Courtenay, BC V9N 9R3 250-336-8872 Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Strawberries |
Bear Hill Blueberry Farm 5939 Bear Hill Rd, Victoria, BC V9E 2J3 250-652-1338 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Blueberries |
| Blue Haven Farm 2046 Idiens Way, Comox, BC V9N 3Y9 250-334-7964 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Blueberries |
Clingan Blueberry Farm 24576 32 Ave, Langley, BC V2Z 2J5 604-534-7360 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - September Main Crops: Blueberries |
| Covert Farms Organics 38614 107th St, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 250-498-2731 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Potatoes, Beets, Eggplant, Strawberries, Cherries, Grapes, Tomatoes, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
Davison Orchards Country Village 3111 Davison Road, Vernon, BC V1H 1A2 250-549-3266 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Cherries, Raspberries, Strawberries, Apricots, Peaches, Apples, Beans, Peas, Peppers, Cucumbers, Squash, Pumpkins, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
| Deane Farms 1275 Carson Rd, Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0 250-442-3400 Harvest Time: April - October Main Crops: Corn, Tomatoes, Peppers, Melons, Bedding Plants, Vegetables Transplants, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
DFG Blueberries 11071 Blundell Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 1L4 604-273-5829 [email protected] Harvest Time: June - October Main Crops: Organic Blueberries |
| Dickinson Family Farm 17208 Bentley Rd, Summerland, BC VOH 1Z3 Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Cherries, Peaches, Plums, Apricots, Pears |
Driediger Farms 7361 240th St, Langley, BC V1M 3P8 604-888-1685 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - September Main Crops: Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, Currants |
| Dudink’s Garden & U-Pick Berry Farm 2219 Gomerich Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1R8 250-740-0302 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Strawberries, Potatoes, Beets, Chard, Spinach, Cabbages, Roses, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables, Nursery Plants |
Emma Lea Farms 2727 Westham Island Rd, Delta, BC V4K 3N2 604-946-8216 Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Tayberries, Boysenberries, Blackberries, Beans, Peas, Cabbages, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
| Formosa Nursery 12617 203rd St, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 4A1 604-465-3359 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Organic Blueberries, Persimmons, Apples, Plums, Grapes, Cherries, Pears, Seasonal Fruits, Nursery Plants, Trees, Shrubs |
Forstbauer Family Natural Food Farm 49350 Prairie Central Rd, Chilliwack, BC V2P 6H3 604-794-3999 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Organic Carrots, Beets, Zucchini, Squash, Beans, Cucumbers, Potatoes, Lettuces, Kale, Corn, Chard, Blueberries, Strawberries, Beef, Eggs |
| Gatzke Orchards 15686 Hwy 97, Oyama, BC V4V 2G4 250-548-3444 Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Peaches, Apples, Strawberries, Blueberries, Seasonal Fruits |
Hanna & Hanna Orchards 3181 11th Ave NE, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 2S8 250-832-4574 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Apples, Seasonal Fruits, Nursery Plants |
| Hoodoo Ranch 9730 Hwy 8, Spences Bridge, BC V0K 2L0 250-458-2441 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Organic Cherries, Apricots, Apples, Pears, Peaches, Seasonal Fruits, Seaosnal Vegetables |
Krause Berry Farms 6179 248th St, Langley, BC V4W 1C3 Harvest Time: May - November Main Crops: Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Blackberries, Beans, Corn, Potatoes |
| Le Coteau Farms 304 Walton Pl, Victoria, BC V9E 2A4 250-658-5888 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Nursery Plants, Bedding Plants, Trees, Blueberries |
Maan Farms 790 McKenzie Road, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7N4 604-864-5723 [email protected] Harvest Time: March - November Main Crops: Blueberries, Strawberries, Seasonal Vegetables, Seasonal Fruits |
| McClintock’s Farm 3419 Dove Creek Rd, Courtenay, BC V9J 1P3 250-334-4562 Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Raspberries, Blueberries |
No. 5 BlueBerry Farm 7040 No.5 Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 2V2 604-836-7888 [email protected] Harvest Time: June - October Main Crops: Organic Blueberries |
| North Arm Farm 1888 Sea to Sky Hwy 99, Pemberton, BC V0N 2L0 604-894-5379 [email protected] Harvest Time: April - January Main Crops: Apples, Cherries, Plums, Peaches, Apricots, Spinach, Garlic, Squash, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
Paynter's Fruit Market 3687 Paynter Rd, Westbank, BC V4T 1R1 250-768-7313 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Cherries, Apples, Tomatoes, Peppers, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
| Rondriso Farms 8390 172nd St, Surrey, BC V4N 3G4 604-574-5585 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Beets, Broccoli, Pumpkins, Cabbages, Potatoes, Carrots, Cauliflower, Seasonal Vegetables, Beef |
Shamrock Farm 2276 Anderton Rd, Comox-Strathcona B, BC V9M 4B2 250-339-1671 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Lavender, Garlic, Apples, Pumpkins, Honey, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
| Surrey Farms 5180 152nd St, Surrey, BC V3S 0L2 604-574-1390 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Hazelnuts, Plums, Cherries, Onions, Lettuces, Spinach, Zucchini, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables, Flowers, Nursery Plants |
The Apple Barn - Taves Family Farm 333 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2T 5Y1 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Apples, Christmas Trees, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
| Thorncrest Farms 451 Arnold Rd, Abbotsford, BC V3G 1S4 604-852-5736 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Gooseberries, Currants |
Vantreight Farms 8277 Central Saanich Rd, Saanichton, BC V8M 1T7 250-652-7777 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Daffodils, Gladiolas, Tulips, Strawberries, Lettuces, Radishes, Squash, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables, Flower Bulbs |
| Willow View Farms 288 McCallum Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2S 8A2 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Potatoes, Apples, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
