Work in Canada
Get ready for big chills. Live and work for up to two years in Canada with visa application support, a pre-arranged ski season job and awesome new friends on our Work Canada program.
Why do a working holiday in Canada?
Canada has become a go-to destination for working holidaymakers who want year-round adventures, liveable cities and decent salaries. Aside from the fact that the national dish is fries covered in cheese and gravy (enough said), Canada offers the perfect work-life balance. Surf in the morning before work, hit the slopes at night after work, and spend your weekends exploring mountains, beaches and lakes.
Now here’s the best bit. You can do all of that on a working holiday visa until you’re 35 –because Canada is just cool like that. And on our Ultimate Canada option, we hook you up with a 4-6 month ski season or summer resort job before you go – because we’re just a bit cool like that.
Age is just a number
Life doesn’t stop at 30, and neither should your Canadian adventures. We have access to a range of visas so that you can live and work in Canada, even if you’ve passed the big three-oh.
Job envy is real
Work as a lift attendant in Whistler, as a server in the Blue Mountains or as front of house in Lake Louise. Start your Canada working holiday with the security of knowing you have a job lined up.
Stuff to know before you hit the snow (or trails)
When to apply
Seriously in demand and with limited visas available, timing is everything with Canada working holiday visas. When you apply, your name goes into a pool (not the fun hotel kind, the nail-biting ‘I really want to move to Canada’ kind), and if you’re successful, you’ll be invited to officially apply for your visa. The pool usually opens at the end of the year or the beginning of the next year. We’d recommend applying for our Work Canada program in January for the best chance of securing a visa.
Who can apply
If you’re from the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Germany or Ireland and are aged 18-35, you can apply for a working holiday (IEC) visa that allows you to work in Canada for up to 23 months (depending on your nationality). If you’re from the UK, you must be aged 18-30. However, UK passport holders aged 31-35 can apply for a Recognised Organisation (RO) Letter through BUNAC. There’s also Young Professionals visas. Confused? Call us for a chat, we speak fluent visa.
When to go
One of the best things about Canada is that it’s a year-round destination with reliable seasons. Once winter’s over, ski resorts turn into summer playgrounds ready for downhill mountain biking and hiking. That means the seasonal job opportunities are endless. If you want a more urban scene with career-focused work, big cities like Vancouver, Toronto and Edmonton are cool and cultural, and perfectly placed for weekend adventures to the slopes and national parks.
Where to go
Canada is one of the most liveable countries in the world. Head for the hills to work in the mountains of British Columbia (BC), Alberta or Ontario where we can hook you up with pre-arranged jobs working in some of the country’s top ski resorts. Or if you’re more into skyscrapers than slopes, Canada’s cities are pure lifestyle. Frequently ranking as the best cities to live in the world, we have teams in Vancouver and Toronto to help you settle in and find work.
When to apply
Seriously in demand and with limited visas available, timing is everything with Canada working holiday visas. When you apply, your name goes into a pool (not the fun hotel kind, the nail-biting ‘I really want to move to Canada’ kind), and if you’re successful, you’ll be invited to officially apply for your visa. The pool usually opens at the end of the year or the beginning of the next year. We’d recommend applying for our Work Canada program in January for the best chance of securing a visa.
Who can apply
If you’re from the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Germany or Ireland and are aged 18-35, you can apply for a working holiday (IEC) visa that allows you to work in Canada for up to 23 months (depending on your nationality). If you’re from the UK, you must be aged 18-30. However, UK passport holders aged 31-35 can apply for a Recognised Organisation (RO) Letter through BUNAC. There’s also Young Professionals visas. Confused? Call us for a chat, we speak fluent visa.
When to go
One of the best things about Canada is that it’s a year-round destination with reliable seasons. Once winter’s over, ski resorts turn into summer playgrounds ready for downhill mountain biking and hiking. That means the seasonal job opportunities are endless. If you want a more urban scene with career-focused work, big cities like Vancouver, Toronto and Edmonton are cool and cultural, and perfectly placed for weekend adventures to the slopes and national parks.
Where to go
Canada is one of the most liveable countries in the world. Head for the hills to work in the mountains of British Columbia (BC), Alberta or Ontario where we can hook you up with pre-arranged jobs working in some of the country’s top ski resorts. Or if you’re more into skyscrapers than slopes, Canada’s cities are pure lifestyle. Frequently ranking as the best cities to live in the world, we have teams in Vancouver and Toronto to help you settle in and find work.
Win at winter You in '23
From slope attendants in Banff to construction jobs in Vancouver, our Canada employers are recruiting for hundreds of 4-6 month ski and winter positions with November start dates. How it works: Book onto Work Canada Ultimate and we'll support you in entering the visa pool. Once you have your Invitation to Apply (ITA) log into your online account, check out available positions, and set up an interview. Interviews will take place via video during the three fairs (12-16 Jun, 10-14 Jul, 14-18 Aug). Already booked? Head to your online account for more info. Winning.
How to go
Running for 30+ years, our Work Canada program sets you up with everything you need to kick off your working holiday in Canada. Our two program options include visa assistance to secure that all important visa, two years of job support, arrival accommodation and more. Plus, a pre-arranged job on our Ultimate option. Our work here is done.
Ultimate Canada
The working holiday mothership. All the Essential inclusions, plus a pre-arranged 4-6 month summer or winter seasonal job. Our employers include some of Canada’s top resorts, including Four Seasons Resort Whistler and Blue Mountain Resort Ontario.
Essential Canada
All the job support, visa application help and work essentials you need to get your working holiday off to a flying start. Plus, 2 nights’ hostel accommodation and social events to make sure that it goes down with minimum stress and maximum fun.
Welcome to the friend zone
90% of our Essential and Ultimate customers are solo travellers. You’ll have access to our offices in Toronto and Vancouver where our teams run regular social events to help you settle in and meet other travellers. And on the Ultimate Canada, you’ll have a pre-arranged ski or summer resort job with other BUNACers so you’ll live and work with a ready-made group of mates.
Why BUNAC
Book with travellers. Expert job hunters, visa translators and parent whisperers – all our team have worked or volunteered abroad.
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We’re Canada visa experts. We assist you at every stage of your visa application to make sure it's submitted correctly the first time around. |
Don’t want the stress of finding a job? Our Ultimate Canada includes a 4-6 month pre-arranged seasonal job in a resort in BC, Ontario or Alberta. |
We’re here home and away. Our teams in Vancouver and Toronto are on hand for job advice, housing help and whenever you need a friendly face. |
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