Temporary jobs in Canada

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25,638 listings · 3,450 employers Counted Nov 4, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (1,573 listings), Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (878 listings), Canada Post - Postes Canada (868 listings).

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

3,401 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	2,665
CAD / year	70,000.00	323
USD / hour	17.95	60
CAD / month	5,692.25	38

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, 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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Clinical Research Nurse, College of Medicine
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Saskatoon, SK
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Winter 2026/27 - Hospitality Services - CMH Purcell
Alterra
BC · CMH - British Columbia (Pacific)
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Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
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Seasonal Associate - Famous Footwear
Famous Footwear
ON · Greater St-Catharines-Niagara Metropolitan Area
- Temporary
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Food Services Worker
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
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Environmental & Laundry Services Worker
HealthCareersInSask.ca
North Battleford, SK
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Environmental & Laundry Services Worker
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Edam, SK
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
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Registration Clerk
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
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Continuing Care Assistant
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Lucky Lake, SK
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Food Services Worker
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
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Environmental & Laundry Services Worker
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Eston, SK
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HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
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HealthCareersInSask.ca
Kindersley, SK
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Nurse A - Registered Nurse General Duty Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Regina, SK
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Continuing Care Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Unity, SK
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Licensed Practical Nurse
HealthCareersInSask.ca
North Battleford, SK
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Recreation Worker
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Lucky Lake, SK
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Regina, SK
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Student Employment - Library & Learning Commons Student Assistant - Salmon Arm
Okanagan College
Salmon Arm, BC
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Admissions Processing Specialist
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC
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Assistant Program Coordinator - Youth
City of New Westminster
New Westminster, BC · Youth Services, British Columbia
- Full-time
- Temporary
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Admissions Processing Specialist
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC
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Simon Fraser University

Admissions Processing Specialist

Burnaby, BC, Canada

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Job details

Apply by: Nov 10, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 3, 2026

Original job description

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Student Recruitment & Admissions at Simon Fraser University is often the front door for newly admitted students as they embark upon their academic journey. The Undergraduate Admissions unit is dedicated to an inclusive and accessible approach to admission, involving the processing and evaluation of student applications according to current admission standards and best practices on a global scale. We seek to be student-centred in our policies and procedures to meet a diverse applicant community and are proactive and responsive in our effort to support enrolment management at the institutional level.

About the Role

The Program Assistant determines academic documentation and language proficiency requirements for each applicant; requests and monitors the submission of supporting documentation; determines applicant readiness for evaluation; interprets and adheres to deadlines, implementing various and complex university policies and procedures regarding eligibility for admission to all undergraduate programs. The Assistant ensures applications are properly classified, processed accurately, and reviewed in a timely manner to support the attainment of institutional enrollment goals. The role serves as a primary point of contact for prospective students, staff, and the public on the application process, status of applications, pre-requisite and transfer credit regulations, admission requirements and provides guidance on required documentation, university policies, and procedures governing eligibility for admission to the university for domestic, international, and strategic population groups. The Assistant supports data management by maintaining application record data in the Student Information System and exercises a high degree of digital fluency by responding to student inquiries via the Salesforce Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) system, executing business process workflows in the OnBase electronic document management system, complex application databases, and retrieval of electronic data from the B.C. Ministry of Education and external examining boards.

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Qualifications

High school graduation; and one year of post-secondary education or formal equivalent in word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications, and in office procedures. 3 years of experience. An equivalent combination of formal education, certificate/program of study and experience is acceptable.

Excellent organizational, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.
Ability to exercise mature judgment and initiative.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3338):

An additional 14% pay in lieu of benefits
After 4 consecutive months in the position, pay in lieu of benefits is increased to 20%
Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Additional Information

The assignment end date is February 28, 2027.

There are 2 positions available.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact people_strategies@sfu.ca.

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Responsibilities

The Program Assistant determines academic documentation requirements and processes student applications while maintaining accurate records in the Student Information System. They also serve as a primary point of contact for prospective students and the public regarding admission policies, procedures, and application status.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma plus one year of post-secondary education or equivalent, along with at least three years of relevant experience. Proficiency in office software, strong analytical skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion are required.

Skills

Data management
Database management
Spreadsheet applications
Word processing
Analytical reasoning
Problem-solving
Communication
Record keeping
Policy interpretation
Customer service
Digital fluency
CRM management
Document management
Organizational skills

Benefits

Pay in lieu of benefits
Hybrid-work program
Professional growth and development

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Admissions
Student recruitment
Higher education
Salesforce
CRM
OnBase
Data management
Document management
Academic documentation
Enrollment management
Policy compliance
Administrative support
Student information system
Database
Spreadsheet
Word processing
Office procedures
Confidentiality
Analytical reasoning
Problem-solving

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