Temporary jobs in Canada

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12,545 listings · 2,046 employers Counted Oct 1, 2026. How we count

About these jobs

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (693 listings), Canada Post - Postes Canada (495 listings), Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (311 listings).

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

1,440 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	22.52	1,036
CAD / year	69,006.00	209
CAD / month	6,631.67	21

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, 8% hybrid, 92% 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

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Desjardins

Administrative assistant, Administration

Montreal, QC, Canada
Levis, QC, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 7, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 28, 2026

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Original job description

Temporary 15- Month Position

As an administrative assistant, you help carry out administrative activities for your sector. You provide administrative and secretarial support to a director or manager reporting to a vice-president. You also provide administrative support to other members of your unit as needed. You help coordinate, plan and prioritize your unit’s management activities. You interact with many different stakeholders. You proactively and independently make decisions and carry out tasks in accordance with your superior’s administrative needs. The ability to communicate effectively and tailor your approach as needed is therefore essential. More specifically, you will be required to:

Carry out various secretarial activities, including writing, layout, updating, production and linguistic revision of information documents from the various sectors
Carry out various administrative tasks related to internal management (sales follow-up, dashboard, expense account follow-up, inventory and material management, performance evaluations, etc.)
Support the manager in the management and follow-up of his/her agenda, calls, emails and mail
Prepare and attend various meetings, including those of the management committee. Write up the minutes and ensure the follow-up of these meetings
Participate in the logistical organization of various events (team meetings, committees, assemblies, travel, public relations activities, etc.)
Collaborate in the preparation of the annual budget and budget monitoring during the year (analysis and justification of variances)

What we offer*

Competitive salary and annual bonus
4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
Group insurance including telemedicine
Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

What you bring to the table

Trade school diploma in a related field
A minimum of four years of relevant experience
Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Knowledge of French is required

Action oriented, Communicates effectively, Customer Focus, Differences, Nimble learning, Plans and aligns, Situational adaptability

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

Trade Union (If applicable)

Job Family

Administration (FG)

Unposting Date

2026-10-6

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Responsibilities

Provide administrative and secretarial support to a director or manager and other unit members, including managing schedules and communications, preparing documents, and coordinating meetings and events. Support internal management activities, budget preparation and monitoring, and follow-up on meetings and administrative processes.

Requirements

A trade school diploma in a related field and at least four years of relevant experience are required, though equivalent combinations of qualifications and experience may be considered. Knowledge of French is required.

Skills

Administrative Support
Secretarial Support
Document Writing and Editing
Meeting Coordination
Minute Taking
Calendar Management
Email and Call Management
Budget Monitoring
Expense Tracking
Inventory Management
Event Logistics
Planning and Prioritization
Effective Communication
Customer Focus
Situational Adaptability
French Language

Benefits

Annual Bonus
Flexible Vacation
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Group Insurance
Telemedicine
Health and Wellness Expense Reimbursement
Telework Equipment Reimbursement

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Administrative Support
Secretarial Support
Document Production
Linguistic Revision
Internal Management
Sales Follow-Up
Dashboards
Expense Accounts
Inventory Management
Performance Evaluations
Calendar Management
Email Management
Meeting Coordination
Meeting Minutes
Event Logistics
Travel Coordination
Annual Budget
Budget Monitoring
Variance Analysis
Management Committee
French
Hybrid Work

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