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While the Great White North probably conjures images of endless cold and snow as far as the eye can see, agriculture jobs in Canada are quite numerous and varied. Canada is one of the largest agricultural producers and exporters in the world, and one in eight jobs are in the agriculture sector. With a number of bustling cities, English as an official language, and a similar culture to what you may be used to at home, finding an agriculture job in Canada is a great way to work outdoors, enjoy some nightlife, immerse yourself in a new place, while still feeling at ease in your new (possibly temporary) home.

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Canada is the second largest country in the world by area. That means there is PLENTY of space for you to find work, and plenty of space for you to find exciting adventures. While traditionally farm work and city life don&rsquo;t seem to go together, Canada&rsquo;s culture of healthy work-life balance leads us to believe you&rsquo;ll be able to make it work. If you&rsquo;re not heading north with a pre-planned program, you may want to head to a city where the resources are greater while you do a little job hunting.&nbsp;
Steer clear of major cities and hit the great land expanse of Canada!
The Prairie region in Western Canada is where you&rsquo;ll find the most farms. So head west to Alberta, home to roughly 70,000 farmers. Alberta&rsquo;s capital city is Edmonton, which is definitely an up-and-coming city. They&rsquo;ve got hockey, great new bars and restaurants, great shopping, and did we mention hockey. Elk Island National Park is just outside the city too!&nbsp;
For a really rugged adventure, consider looking for jobs in Canada further north in Yukon Territory. This area of Canada is roughly the size of Spain, but is only home to roughly 40,000 people. This is definitely the place for someone seeking some quiet with AMAZING scenery.

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An agriculture job is a great way to get out from behind the desk, see more of the country, and get to know some hard working locals.
Cost of living and expected salary. This will vary depending on where in the country you find work. As is true in many places, cities will likely have a higher cost of living than more rural areas. In Canada&rsquo;s major cities cost of living is comparable to those of the US, and salary varies by location and field of work. Consider a crowdfunding site like <a href="https://www.fundmytravel.com/" target="_blank" data-contentlink="55799">FundMyTravel</a> to help with expenses until you start making money.
Accommodation. Many agriculture jobs in Canada on farms and ranches will trade work for room and board. Sites like WWOOF and Workaway are popular resources if you&rsquo;re looking for work placements that will offer a place to stay too. If you find a job in a city or smaller town you&rsquo;ll find the standard student housing, apartments, etc.&nbsp;
Visas. US citizens do not need a visa to enter Canada. NAFTA ensures that Americans who want to find jobs in Canada get preferential treatment, especially if they have in-demand skills. Check out the <a href="https://embassy.goabroad.com/" data-contentlink="55800">GoAbroad Embassy Directory</a> for details about visa requirements and application instructions.

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An agriculture job in Canada will give you a glimpse of the Great White North that many visitors, even many Canadians, will never experience. You&rsquo;ll learn a lot about your new home, gain some valuable experience, and contribute to society in a very tangible way. If you&rsquo;re not keen on getting your hands dirty and working in a field, you can still find agriculture jobs. There&rsquo;s more to agriculture than farming. For farms, orchards, vineyards, ranches, etc to run well they need accountants, salespeople, communications/advertising, scientists, mechanics, and so much more.&nbsp;
Don&rsquo;t forget to sample what you&rsquo;ve been working so hard to produce. Canada&rsquo;s got some tasty dishes you MUST try. You probably can&rsquo;t even cross the border into Canada without at least hearing about poutine. Poutine is probably Canada&rsquo;s most famous delicacy. French fries, cheese curds, gravy (and sometimes some yummy extras): what could be bad?! Afterwards, wash it down with some maple syrup. Canada produces 85% of the world&rsquo;s maple syrup! Possibly the best way to try it is maple taffy. Boiling syrup is poured over snow to harden quickly, then you roll it up with a stick and enjoy the sweet, gooey amazing-ness!
If you&rsquo;re coming from the US, Canada might not seem too exotic or different from home. However, the Great White North is home to rich culture, bustling economies, and breathtaking scenery literally as far as the eye can see (it&rsquo;s a really, really big place). Agriculture is an integral part of any society&mdash;everyone&rsquo;s got to eat&mdash;and the job options and points of entry are numerous and varied.&nbsp;
Keep researching <a href="https://jobs.goabroad.com/search/canada/jobs-abroad-1" data-contentlink="55801">Agriculture Jobs in Canada</a> to learn more about Canada&rsquo;s seemingly infinite possibilities.

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