Canada’s agricultural sector is experiencing labor shortages and is currently recruiting seasonal and full-time fruit and vegetable farm workers for 2025. This is part of Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), which allows foreigners (including Nigerians) to legally live and work in Canada.
📌 Job Overview
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Job Title: Fruit & Vegetable Farm Worker
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Location: Multiple provinces – Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta
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Industry: Agriculture / Farming
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Job Type: Full-Time (Seasonal or Renewable)
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Visa Sponsorship: Yes (under TFWP – Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program)
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Application Deadline: Open (Apply early for 2025 placements)
🧰 Job Duties
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Planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops
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Sorting, packing, and loading produce
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Operating farm machinery (basic)
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General cleaning and maintenance of the farm
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Following safety and hygiene protocols
👤 Requirements
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No formal education required
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Physically fit and able to handle manual labor
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Willing to work long hours, sometimes in varying weather conditions
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Previous experience in farming or agriculture is an advantage
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Must be eligible to apply for a Canadian work permit
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English language skills (basic understanding) are helpful but not mandatory
💼 Salary & Benefits
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Average salary: $15–$18 CAD/hour
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Free or subsidized accommodation on the farm
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Medical coverage during contract period
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Visa sponsorship and return airfare (for some contracts)
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Renewable contract (seasonal workers may return yearly)
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Legal work status in Canada with option to transition to permanent residency (PR) for some roles
📨 How to Apply
Apply via official Canadian job platforms or through government-approved farm employers:
👉 https://www.jobbank.gc.ca
(Search for: “Fruit Farm Worker – Visa Sponsorship”)
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Use filters: Location (Canada), Job Category: Agriculture, With Employer Support for Foreigners
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Select listings with “Employment groups: Temporary Foreign Workers”
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Submit your CV and follow the employer’s application process
📢 Tip: Highlight any manual labor, agricultural, or farm-related experience in your CV. Many farms are open to hiring first-time workers if they show motivation and readiness to relocate.