Youth and newcomers jobs
Jobs open to work-permit holders, plus student, co-op, campus placement and first jobs for youth. Free for every job seeker.
Settlement & first-job tips
You need a Social Insurance Number to work in Canada. Apply online or at a Service Canada office.
Confirm whether your permit is open or employer-specific, and when it expires, before you accept an offer.
Government-funded newcomer services help with resumes, job search, language classes and housing.
Some jobs and trades need your foreign education or licence recognised in your province.
International students have limits on off-campus work hours during study terms. Check the current rules.
Canada Summer Jobs and youth employment programs fund jobs for people aged 15 to 30.
Two pages, no photo, no age or marital status, and measurable results for each role.
Minimum wage, overtime and safe work rules apply to everyone, whatever your status.
General information only, not immigration or legal advice. Always check official Government of Canada sources or a licensed consultant (RCIC).