As Ontario shakes off winter’s chill, family farms are gearing up to churn out fresh goods for grocery aisles and market stalls—and they’re on the hunt for part-time seasonal help. From overseas recruits via the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Program to local students, farms are eager to bolster their crews.
The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) champions student hires as a smart move for farmers, offering support on everything from contracts and legal musts to onboarding and wage perks.
Here’s a roundup of hot farm and horticulture gigs in Ontario, sourced from simplyhired.ca:
Avant-Garde International Ltd. in Mount Albert is calling for student workers to dive into its lavender fields, crafting essential oils. You’ll get hands-on with planting, harvesting, and processing—plus a taste of sustainable farming, customer service, and biz basics. Flex hours are key; farm or service experience is a bonus. The gig runs late June to early September, paying $18-$19 hourly.
Johnstons Farm Market needs seasonal student hands for seeding, planting, tending crops, and harvesting to stock its on-site veggie stand. These 16-week roles mix weekday and weekend shifts, starting at $17.20 an hour. You’ll need to hoist 50 pounds—outdoor work chops help, but training’s provided.
Liberty Way Farm, a Dundas permaculture outfit, seeks a market gardener and farm hand for greenhouse duties, organic fruit and veggie growing, and animal care. It’s full-time at $18 hourly, ideal for gearheads with a knack for hand labor, picking, and packing. Email your pitch to work@LibertyWayFarm.ca.
Sheridan Nurseries Limited offers a full-time co-op spot as a junior grower at its Georgetown farm. Shadow pros across propagation, evergreens, tropicals, trees, and more—temporary and part-time roles also start at $17.20 an hour.
Spring’s sprouting opportunities—dig in and apply!