LIVE WORK PLAY CANADA
Whistler Blackcomb is one of the largest and most well-known resorts on the globe. It is consistently ranked in the top 5 overall mountains in the world. With its simply incredible amount of terrain, monstrous terrain parks and huge nightlife, Whistler is one of the most popular resorts in the world to spend a ski season.
Season: Early Nov – end of April
Province: British Columbia
Accommodation: Yes – Department Managed Housing allocation
Min age: 19
Jobs: Lift Operators, Tube Park, Various Food & Beverage roles, Rentals, Retail, Ski School Sales, Guest Services, Tickets
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for the Canadian Working Holiday Visa
Interview locations: Online or in person in Aus
Known for its stunning vistas, incredible outdoor lifestyle and welcoming mountain community, Whistler offers endless adventure no matter what season you visit. Fairmont Chateau Whistler offers an incredible opportunity to gain valuable and credible work experience while enjoying all the exciting benefits that life in Whistler offers.
Season: Winter Nov-April Summer May-Oct
Province: British Columbia
Accommodation: Yes
Min Age: 19
Jobs: Room Attendant, Housekeeping Attendant, Steward, Cook, Bellperson, Server, Server Assistant, Banquet Server, Golf Operations, Golf Maintenance, Gardener, Health Club and much more…
Interview Locations: Online
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for a Canadian Working Holiday Visa
The year-round beauty of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains is the background for our warm and welcoming resort, found in the stylish pedestrian village of Whistler. Embark on a customized ski experience with the help of our dedicated Ski Concierge, soothe tired muscles at one of Canada’s top spas before a lively après-ski and gourmet dinner.
Season: Early Nov – end of April
Province: British Columbia
Accommodation: Yes
Min age: 19
Jobs: Room Attendants, Front Desk Agent, Stewards, In Room Dining Server, Busser, Server, Host Barista, Workout Attendant, Cooks
Nations eligible to apply: Anyone eligible for a Canadian Working Visa
Interview locations: Online or in Aus/NZ
Nestled above the Okanagan Valley, in beautiful British Columbia, Canada, Silver Star Mountain Resort has small-town charm and is a welcoming place for international seasonal workers. Winter season is usually late November to early April. Summer season, during which the Mountain Bike Park opens, is usually late June to early September.
Season: late November through to end of April
Province: British Columbia
Accommodation: Yes
Min age: 21
Jobs: Lift Ops, Rentals, Snow Groomer, Repair Technician, Boot Fitter, Staff Housing, Supervisor, F&B, Rental, Retail, Ski School Sales, Support Roles
Interview Locations: Online or in person in Aus/NZ
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for the Canadian Working Visa
Lake Louise Ski Resort is in Alberta, Canada in the Canadian Rockies, near the border with British Columbia. It is about one and a half hours drive to the west from Calgary and is one of the major resorts in Banff National Park and Canada.
The town of Banff is the base for 3 resorts in the area, including Lake Louise.
Season: Early November through April
Province: Alberta
Accommodation: Yes, at Lake Louise
Min Age: 19
Jobs: Snowmaking, Lift Operations, Retails, Rental, Guest Services, Snowmaking, Food & Beverage
Interview Locations: Online or in person in AUS/NZ
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for a Canadian Working Visa
Sunshine Village is one of three resorts in the locality of Banff, one of the major ski destinations in Canada. The Banff region attracts thousands of tourists, powder hounds and workers, making Sunshine Village one of the better places to work a season for those who like to be amongst the action.
Season: Early November – late May
Province: Alberta
Accommodation: Limited housing dependant on job role – Not offered for all roles
Min Age: 19
Jobs: Lift Operations, Food & Beverage, Support Roles, Guest Services
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for a Canadian Working Visa
Interview Locations: Online or in person in Aus/NZ
A season at Norquay is to be part of our friendly crew, learn new skills, have great fun while you earn, and experience work and play on-mountain. Close to the town of Banff, you’ll be near all the action and calling this home in no-time. Employment benefits: great training, a staff pass, reciprocal or discounted skiing at other resorts in western Canada, free transportation from the town of Banff to Norquay, awesome staff discounts, oh – and great staff parties.
Season: Late November until mid April
Province: Alberta
Accommodation: Yes
Min Age: 19 years
Jobs: Lift Operations, Tube Town, & Food & Beverage
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for the Canadian Working Visa
Interview Locations: Online
Nestled on the shores of the turquoise waters of Lake Louise, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is an iconic Canadian hotel located in the heart of Banff National Park. Lake Louise is an adventure lover’s dream. In winters, colleagues spend their days snowshoeing, ice skating and skiing at the award winning Lake Louise Ski Resort, a local’s favourite hill for its massive ski area and “Champagne Powder”
Winter Season: November – end of April
Summer Season: May – October
Province: Alberta
Staff Accommodation: Yes
Min Age: 19 years
Jobs: Room Attendant, Housekeeping Attendant, Steward (Dishwasher), Cook, Bellperson, Server, Server Assistant, Banquet Server
Interview locations: Online or in person in Aus/NZ
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for the Canadian Working Holiday Visa
Located in Canada’s first National Park, Fairmont Banff Springs is surrounded by pristine Canadian wilderness and offers unmatched adventure in every season of the year. The three iconic ski resorts (Norquay, Sunshine Village & Lake Louise Ski Resort) within an hour drive will keep you busy exploring all winter long.
Winter Season: November – end of April
Summer Season: May – October
Province: Alberta
Staff Accommodation: Yes
Min Age: 19 years
Jobs: Room Attendant, Housekeeping Attendant, Steward (Dishwasher), Cook, Bellperson, Server, Server Assistant, Banquet Server
Interview locations: Online or in perso in Aus/NZ
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for the Canadian Working Holiday Visa
Sun Peaks’ 4,270 acres are spread across three skiable peaks, each with its unique personality. Our ski-through, European-style village is filled with restaurants, cafés, shops, and is easily accessible from the three mountains! Wander or ski through the pedestrian-only walkway and take it all in. In addition to all the mountain’s outdoor activities, shopping and amenities, the village boasts a fitness centre, outdoor skating arena, and a yoga studio.
Season: Oct/Nov – end of April
Province: British Columbia
Accommodation: Yes
Min age: 19
Jobs: Culinary (Resort & Hotel), Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Front of House (Resort & Hotel), Guest Services Agent
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for the Canadian Working Holiday Visa
Interview locations: Online
Not everyone can stay forever, but those who have visited will tell you; you may leave Revelstoke, but you’ll never forget it. At its core, Revelstoke has three defining pillars that keep loyal snow seekers coming back year after year: big mountain terrain, legendary powder and small-town vibes.
Winter Season: Late Nov – Mid April
Summer Season: Late May – end of Oct
Province: British Columbia
Accommodation: Yes
Min Age: 19
Jobs: Line cooks, Servers, cashiers, Lift Operations, Guest Services, Rentals, Retail, Ski School, Custodial, housekeeping, various hotel positions.
Interview Locations: Online
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for a Canadian Working Holiday Visa
Due to Nakiska’s close proximity of only 45 minutes to Calgary, we are known as ‘Calgary’s learning mountain’. Our Group and Private lessons very popular during the whole week plus we have a wide range of multi-week programs on most weekends. This makes Nakiska Winter Sports School one of the busiest schools in the Rockies.
Season: November to April
Province: Alberta
Accommodation: Yes – Private rooms
Age: 20
Jobs: Snow Making, Lift Operations, Retail, Rental, Guest Services, Food & Beverage
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for a Canadian Working Visa
Interview Locations: Online
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort’s core values of Fresh, Empowerment, Sustainability and Passion from the foundation of the workplace culture. Working with Kicking Horse Mountain Resort may be the perfect adventure for you! Are you looking to spend a season working in a mountain paradise? We have winter and summer seasonal roles that will leave you with experiences and friendships that will last a lifetime. Are you hoping to build a career rooted in the mountain lifestyle? Our core, full-time opportunities offer just that.
Season: Oct/Nov – April
Province: British Columbia
Accommodation: No
Min age: 19
Jobs: Central Reservations, Front Desk Agent, Ticket Seller, Maintenance, Life, Retail, Food and Beverage
Interview locations: Australia
Located in the heart of Jasper National Park, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge offers a quintessentially Canadian experience. The town of Jasper is cited as “Canada’s Cabin Capital” and Jasper Park Lodge leans into this nickname with their luxurious cabin-style rooms. While gaining incredible hospitality experience with a world-class brand, employees of the lodge also love to take advantage of the outdoor lifestyle Jasper allows.
Winter Season: November – end of April
Summer Season: May – October
Province: Alberta
Staff Accommodation: Yes
Min Age: 19 years
Jobs: Room Attendant, Housekeeping Attendant, Steward (Dishwasher), Cook, Bellperson, Server, Server Assistant, Banquet Server
Interview locations: Online or in person in Aus/NZ
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for the Canadian Working Holiday Visa
When you work at Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing, you become part of a larger family of motivated people who thrive in a natural environment that promotes safe practices and good health.
At Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing, we know that our employees are our most valuable asset.
Winter Season: Nov – April
Summer Season: May – September
Province: British Columbia
Accommodation: Yes
Min age: 19
Jobs:Guest Services, Food & Beverage (front and back of house), Housekeeping, Sports Shop
Nations eligible to apply: Anyone eligible for a Canadian Working Visa
Interview locations: Online or in Aus/NZ
Located just 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver, Cypress Mountain provides its skiers, riders and sliders with the most vertical drop, most terrain, most lifts and best snow conditions on the highest skiing and riding peak of Vancouver’s Legendary North Shore Mountains. With the best Winter Skiing & Riding in Vancouver, Canada’s most popular Cross Country Skiing Area….
Season: Dec 5th – Early April
Province: British Columbia
Accommodation: No
Min age: 19
Jobs: Bar Cook, Frontline Cook, Prep Cook/Dishwasher, Floor Supervisors, Bartender, Server, Cashier, Busser, Frontline Service Attendant, Barista, Ski & Snowboard Technician, Rental Cashier, Repair Technician, Lift Attendant, Snow Removal, Snow School Attendant and much more
Nations eligible to apply: Australia & New Zealand
Interview locations: Aus
Grouse Mountain offers a challenging and enjoyable work environment with a world of career opportunity. In exchange for employee excellence, we offer a professional atmosphere, fantastic growth opportunities, unlimited outdoor recreation (including skiing and snowboarding) an inspiring setting and many unique employee privileges.
Season: Late November through April
Province: British Columbia
Accommodation: No
Jobs: Lift Operator, Ice Rink Attendants, Sleigh Drivers, Rental Technicians, Call Centre Operators, Baristas, Guest Services and Cooks
Interview Locations: Online
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for the Canadian Working Visa
Welcome to Sasquatch Mountain Resort! We’ve been in operation for over 50 years, and we are known as a Fun Family Friendly Resort. Here at the mountain, we believe in work-life balance, this isn’t your average 9 to 5! If you love people, to ski, and the mountain lifestyle then this is the place for you.
Season: Early Dec to start of April
Province: British Columbia
Accommodation: Yes
Min Age: 19
Jobs: Line Cooks, Servers, Lift Operators, Tube Park & Attendants, Rental & Repair Shop, Sales Desk & Ticket Sales
Interview Locations: Online
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for a Canadian Working Holiday Visa
Situated in Northern British Columbia, 360km North of Terrace, Last Frontier Heliskiing operates the largest single heliski area in the world. We offer a range of heliski tours from our two remote lodging operations – Bell 2 Lodge and Ripley Creek. Snow enthusiasts from all corners of the planet visit Last Frontier Heliskiing to experience massive snowfalls, incredible terrain, warm hospitality and unique lodging.
Season: Mid Dec – Mid April
Province: British Columbia
Accommodation: Yes
Min Age: 22
Jobs: Admin Assistant, Transfer Coordinators, Ski Tech, Front Desk Staff, Café Attendant, Head Chef, Sous Chef, Line Chef, Kitchen Support, Servers, Bartenders
Interview Locations: Online & Vernon, BC
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for a Canadian Working Holiday Visa
Pursuit have gathered a collection of adventure travel experiences, thoughtfully united by their unique power to inspire and invigorate. They are now a leading travel and tourism provider in Canada offering Canada-wide vacation packages. Pursuit own and operate five of the biggest attractions in the Rocky Mountains; the Banff Gondola, Banff Lake Cruise, Maligne Lake Cruise, Glacier Adventure and the all-new Glacier Skywalk.
Season: April through October (Summer ONLY)
Province: Alberta
Accommodation: For most positions
Min age: 19
Jobs: Retail, Various Food & Beverage Roles, Ticket Agents, Drivers, Bellperson, Front Desk Agent, Cleaner, Dockhand, Photo Expert, Lift Attendant, etc
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for a Canada Working Holiday Visa
Interview Locations: Online
Located in the heart of Jasper National Park, a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site, Marmot Basin and the Jasper SkyTram are two of the most popular destinations in the Rocky Mountains, attracting 380,000 visitors each year. In the winter months, Marmot offers skiers and snowboarders 696 hectares of skiable terrain with a wide variety of runs, from novice to expert, on five mountain faces.
Season: October to Early May
Province: Alberta
Accommodation: Partial staff housing offered
Min age: 19
Jobs: Central Reservations Agent, Guest Services Agent, Guest Services Coordinator, Lift Operator, Rentals Department Attendant, Retail Associate, Sales and Event Representative, Office Admin Coverage, Snowmaking, Terrain Park Attendant, Transportation
Eligible Nations: Anyone eligible for a Canada Working Holiday Visa
Interview Locations: Online
Book an experience of a lifetime with one of our working holiday packages to Canada