Temporary jobs in Canada

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12,213 listings · 2,064 employers Counted Sep 21, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (607 listings), Canada Post - Postes Canada (482 listings), Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (298 listings).

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

1,369 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	23.89	967
CAD / year	66,729.73	210
CAD / month	5,769.70	22

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.

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J.D. Irving, Limited

Fall Sampler

25532 Main Highway 2, New Annan, PE, C1N 4J9, Canada

Pay: Hourly Wage : $20.42/hr
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 18, 2026

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Original job description

Cavendish Farms is currently hiring Temporary Laboure for our fall harvest season. This is a great opportunity to be a part of a dynamic team in a hands-on, fast-paced outdoor work environment.

Hourly Wage : $20.42/hr
Schedule: 7 days a week, 10–14 hours per day
Start Date: September 2025
Duration: 4–6 weeks (with possibility of extension)
Work Environment: Outdoor work
Overtime : After 48 hours worked each week
Bonus: $2.00 bonus incentive for each hour worked during harvest ( Paid out at the end of the harvest season based on safety and attendance)

Responsibilities

Seasonal laborer positions during filling of the potato warehouses will be responsible for:
Backing in potato trucks to unload into storage buildings
Collecting potato samples from trucks, and monitoring potato quality
Cleaning around equipment (shoveling dirt and debris away from product line)
Operation of equipment used in the potato warehouses (I.e., Bin-pilers, and -if qualified- Skid-Steer, Forklift, Wheel-Loader).
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must have valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to get to and from work.
Ability to lift up to 40lbs (18kgs)
Ability to do manual physical labor;
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced team environment;
Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions;
High degree of attention to detail and demonstrated ability to multi-task;
Previous forklift or skid steer experience would be considered an asset;
Mechanical aptitude and/or previous experience working in farm operations would be considered an asset
Availability to work extended hours, evenings and weekends (Up to 7 days a week, 10 – 16-hour days during harvest season);

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cavendish Farms is a family-run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed-to-table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices.

We have a proud history of values, quality and service, And bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.

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Responsibilities

The role involves collecting potato samples, monitoring product quality, and backing trucks into storage facilities. Additionally, the sampler will operate warehouse equipment and maintain cleanliness around the product line.

Requirements

Candidates must have a valid driver's license and the physical ability to lift up to 40lbs. Previous experience with farm operations or heavy machinery is considered an asset, along with the availability to work extended hours.

Skills

Manual labor
Equipment operation
Forklift operation
Skid-steer operation
Wheel-loader operation
Attention to detail
Multi-tasking
Mechanical aptitude
Farm operations
Physical stamina
Safety compliance

Benefits

Bonus incentive

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Harvest
Potato warehouse
Seasonal laborer
Bin-pilers
Skid-steer
Forklift
Wheel-loader
Agriculture
Manufacturing
Logistics
Outdoor work
Physical labor
Safety
Attendance
Cavendish Farms

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