Temporary jobs in Canada (28,721 jobs)

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28,721 listings · 3,599 employers Counted Nov 11, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (1,908 listings), Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (1,040 listings), Alberta Health Services (967 listings).

Common roles: Retail sales associate, Registered nurse, Practical nurse.

3,592 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

Advertised starting pay
Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	20.00	2,855
CAD / year	70,000.00	367
CAD / month	5,692.25	43

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Workplace classifications: 0% remote, 9% hybrid, 91% on-site, 0% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

Based on the dated count above. Listings can change. How we count

Temporary jobs in Canada

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Medical Imaging Aide-Clerk
Providence Healthcare
Vancouver, BC
- Temporary
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Temporary Part time store associate
The TJX Companies, Inc.
Aurora, ON
- Part-time
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Registered Practical Nurse (Temporary Part-Time, Mixed Shift)
Yee Hong Centre For Geriatric Care
Toronto, ON · Scarborough Finch
- Part-time
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Webber - Hiring AZ/DZ Drivers (Hamilton Project) - Infrastructure Management
Ferrovial
Hamilton, ON · Burlington, ON · Duff Corners, ON · ON · CAN - Webber - Infra - Hamilton
- Full-time
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Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier, On-call Relief
Canada Post - Postes Canada
Sidney, BC
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Letter Carrier - Delivery Agent
Canada Post - Postes Canada
Terrace, BC
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Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier, On-call Relief
Canada Post - Postes Canada
Squamish, BC
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Post Office Assistant - Term
Canada Post - Postes Canada
Ottawa, ON · Metcalfe, ON
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Postal Clerk - Retail and Operations - Waterloo
Canada Post - Postes Canada
Waterloo, ON
The successful candidate must have reliable transportation and be able to report to either work location as required
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Consultant Psychologist
Calian IT & Cyber Solutions
Windsor, ON
- Temporary
Must have conducted a minimum of 25 psychological assessments for individuals working in law enforcement or military
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Accounting Clerk
Sobeys Capital Incorporated or a Franchise/Affiliate / ou une franchise/société affiliée
Stellarton, NS
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Liquor Store - Seasonal Liquor Clerk
Sobeys Capital Incorporated or a Franchise/Affiliate / ou une franchise/société affiliée
Calgary, AB
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Public Health Nurse - Temporary Full Time
Southwestern Public Health
St. Thomas, ON
- Full-time
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Dental Assistant - Temporary Full Time
Southwestern Public Health
St. Thomas, ON
- Full-time
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Sand/Gravel Truck Operator
Seasonal Impact Group of Companies
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Temporary
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Errors & Omissions Claims Analyst (Temporary)
Marsh McLennan
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week
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Cineplex Varsity - Part-Time Seasonal Cast Member
Cineplex
Toronto, ON · CPX Varsity and VIP
- Part-time
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Learning Program Coordinator - 12-month contract
The Canada Life Assurance Company
Winnipeg, MB · London, ON · Toronto, ON · Montreal, QC
This role follows a hybrid work model, with an in-office presence required three days per week at the designated office location
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Customer Service Representative
RBGlobal
Paradise, NL
- Full-time
Candidates must have previous experience in an office setting
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Housing Maintenance Assistant
Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government
Dawson City, YT
- Full-time
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Housing Maintenance Assistant
Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government
Dawson City, YT
- Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Regina, SK
- Full-time
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Continuing Care Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Part-time
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Nurse A - Registered Nurse General Duty Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
La Ronge, SK
- Full-time
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Environmental Services Worker
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Île-à-la-Crosse, SK
- Full-time

Canada Post - Postes Canada

Post Office Assistant - Term

Ottawa, ON, Canada
Metcalfe, ON, Canada

Job Requisition Id: 205329 Business Function: Retail Primary City: Metcalfe Province: Ontario Employment Type: On Call Employment Status: Term Language Requirement: Bilingual Imperative (--BB) Employee Class and Level: RVSGD11 - Level 1 Working Hours: On call Salary: $20.54

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Job details

Pay: Job Requisition Id: 205329 Business Function: Retail Primary City: Metcalfe Province: Ontario Employment Type: On Call Employment Status: Term Language Requirement: Bilingual Imperative (--BB) Employee Class and Level: RVSGD11 - Level 1 Working Hours: On call Salary: $20.54
Apply by: Dec 5, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 10, 2026

Original job description

Job Requisition Id: 205329
Business Function: Retail
Primary City: Metcalfe
Province: Ontario
Employment Type: On Call
Employment Status: Term
Language Requirement: Bilingual Imperative (--BB)
Employee Class and Level: RVSGD11 - Level 1
Working Hours: On call
Salary: $20.54

Job Description

If you have ambition, talent and drive, consider a fast-moving career with Canada Post. We are currently seeking an on-call Post Office Assistant who will use a customer-focused approach when providing counter services to customers.

Note: The ideal candidate should reside in the community. Applicants outside the community in which the Post Office is located may be considered as needed.

Job Responsibilities

Sell postal products and service to the business community and public
Sort, distribute and process mail into appropriate classifications
Provide customers with information and forms
Address delivery and service difficulties to resolve problems thoroughly and quickly

Job Responsibilities (continued)

Qualifications

High school or provincial equivalency and/or experience in business administration
Training and/or experience interacting with the public in a retail and/or service environment, including sales and cash transactions
Understanding of general or post office accounting systems.
Physically fit to lift mail containers of up to 50 lb, push or pull boxes, sort mail and stand for extended periods of time
Flexibility to be available for temporary, on-call work

Other Information

Canada Post’s values and behaviours

Our Values - Trust, Respect and Deliver represent our fundamental promise to ourselves, our expectations of one and another and our shared duty to our country.

Our behaviours – Make the call, Know the destination, Deliver for others, Ignite our pride; embody our values, bringing them to life and guiding our actions.

We’re committed to living these values and practicing these behaviours every day. Learn more about the values and behaviours by visiting the Canada Post website.

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Responsibilities

The Post Office Assistant is responsible for selling postal products and services while providing excellent customer service. They also handle the sorting, distribution, and processing of mail while resolving delivery or service issues.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in a retail or service environment involving sales and cash transactions. The role requires physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs and the flexibility to work on an on-call basis.

Skills

Customer service
Retail sales
Cash handling
Mail processing
Accounting systems
Physical fitness
Problem solving
Communication

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Keywords

Postal services
Retail
Customer service
Mail sorting
Cash transactions
Accounting
On-call
Canada Post
Logistics
Physical labor

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