The standard Canadian work week is a 40-hour one, generally Monday through Friday, though that does not apply to jobs in the service industry, where weekend and evening shifts are common. In most offices, business attire is expected, with “casual Fridays” a common practice. Punctuality is important, and teamwork and politeness valued.

Teaching. If you have TEFL or TESOL certification, there are opportunities to teach English in Toronto and Vancouver most frequently.

Media & Communications. Media jobs in Toronto are also easy to find, thanks to large telecommunications companies. However, since Montrealis a creative and visual city, it still comes out on top when it comes to graphics, video game development, and film production.

Hospitality. Resorts (such as those in Banff or Whistler, B.C.) offer jobs in restaurants, accounting, and reception, or jobs as snowboard or ski instructors at associated ski schools. Benefits vary, but most of these jobs in Canada include lift passes and some staff housing and meal discounts.

Agriculture. Jobs on farms and ranches usually trade room and board for labor, and some even offer courses in niche food production.