Working Holiday in Canada - Winter

The work contract will be for the entire winter season with start in Nov/Dec 2025 and end April/May 2026.

Average salary is minimum CAD 16 per hour, some positions pay slightly more.
Free or subsidized ski-pass or wellness package for the season (resort specific).

All the resorts and hotels we work with provide subsidised staff accommodation. The style of accommodation varies at each location but all staff housing is shared and you will expect to pay around CAN$150-$200 per week.

Hotel only work is available in the following locations and hotels
Banff - The Fairmont Banff Springs
Lake Louise - The Fairmont Chateau
Whistler - The Fairmont Chateau Whistler and The Four Seasons Resort Whistler
Jasper- The Fairmont Jasper Lodge

Yes, minimum 2 days off per week and any day before and after work.

Yes, once your application fee has been finalised and you have completed your online application you will be asked to answer our skills-based assessment test where you can put forward your application for a particular position. However, as certain positions are very popular you must consider listing a number of different preferences. Remember, flexibility is an attractive trait for all employers!

From now, the sooner the better.

Interviews will take place online with ZOOM in July/August 2025 for the 2025/26 winter season
In some cities there will also be a hiring event, with the staff from some of the Canadian resorts attending for face to face interviews, this is an excellent opportunity to get a job on the spot.
London July 21st and 22nd
Copenhagen July 23rd
Stockholm July 25th

The Government of Canada now requires you to give your biometrics (fingerprints and photo) as part of the visa application process.
This is currently possible at the Canadian application centre in London, Stockholm, Paris, The Hague, Berlin, Reykjavik, Helsinki and Dusseldorf.

Working Holiday Canada - Powder Package product inclusions:
Pre-booked online ZOOM interview with a Canadian Resort
10% discount on your arrival accommodation In Vancover at the Cambie Hostel and at the HI Vancouver.
Pre-arranged job with a winter seasonal job contract - or your money back! (Terms apply!)
Visa Assistance - if you have already secured a visa you can still apply for this package
Subsidized accommodation or housing assistance
Season Lift Pass or wellness package at your resort (resort specific)
Assistance with the Canadian Social Insurance Number
Great resort discounts on retail, rentals, food & beverage
24-hour ongoing support
Powder in-country support from our Vancouver office
Arrival orientation session
Arrival party every weeknight - free welcome drink on arrival
Facebook group for each resort - Meet your new workmates before you fly
Assistance in opening a Canadian bank account and organising a phone
Assistance with tax forms
Summer resort placement if you want to stay and work the summer season too (based on your previous seasons job performance)