2027/28 season opens in December
Program Length
November - April
Age Requirement
Aged 19-35
2027/28 Season
Applications Open This December
Remuneration
Earn $18-22 CAD per hour
Accommodation
Staff housing
Discover Canada with a Working Holiday Visa
There’s a point when watching everyone else ski Canada from your phone gets old.
Winter Work Canada gets you off the screen and into the mountains, with a paid winter job secured before you leave home. So when you land in Canada, one of the biggest questions is already answered: you know where you’re working and what comes next.
You’ll earn while you’re there, live alongside people from around the world and spend your days off making the most of mountain life. Work days, ski days, staff nights, new mates and a few months that look very different from life back home.
Mates for Life
24/7 Dedicated Support
Paid Overseas Work
Experience Canadian Winter
Make Unforgettable Memories
Boost Your Confidence
"The Canadian people are so friendly. I have fallen in love with Canada and I'm definitely going back next year!"
– Kaitlyn, 21, placed in Banff
What to Expect
This is what a Canadian winter can look like.
New Mates: Housemates, ski buddies and people you’ll probably end up travelling with.
A Proper Canadian Winter: Fresh snow, frozen lakes and mountain towns. Enough said.
Days Off Done Right: Ski, snowboard, explore, catch a hockey game or plan your next road trip.
Fees & Costs
Know what you’re paying before you go.
2026-2027:
$1699 AUD / $1995 NZD
The earlier you apply the better!
How to Apply
Here’s how you actually get there.
Register: Complete your application to start the process
Get placed: We’ll help match you with a job at a Canadian employer before you leave home.
Go: Visa sorted. Job secured. Bags packed. Canada is next.
Winter Work
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The Experience
Why Choose Winter Work Canada?
Moving across the world feels a lot easier when you’re not landing with a suitcase and a vague plan.
We work with our Canadian partner to match participants with jobs across ski resorts, hotels, restaurants and tourism businesses. We’ll help prepare your application and CV, guide you through the Working Holiday Visa process and get you ready for the season ahead.
Then you actually get there. You’ll have support on the ground in Canada, plus 24/7 emergency assistance if you need it.
Less figuring-it-all-out-alone. More wondering whether you can squeeze in a few runs before your afternoon shift.
Travel & Adventure
Ski Resort Life in Canada
Fresh snow before work. Mountain views on the way to your shift. Ski days with your housemates. Staff nights that somehow become stories you’re still telling six months later.
Depending on your placement, you could spend the season somewhere like Banff, Lake Louise or Whistler, working and living alongside people from Canada and around the world.
And when your shift ends? Ski. Snowboard. Find the après spot everyone keeps talking about. Catch a hockey game. Take a road trip. Or do absolutely nothing because tomorrow is a powder day.
Already thinking bigger? Combine Winter Work Canada with Camp America and turn one season overseas into a year in North America.
Got Canada on your mind?
Book a call with Seb or Caitlin, our certified Winter Work yappers, ready to spill the tips, stories, and what working a winter season actually looks like.
Need help with something?
Frequently Asked Questions
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01What is Winter Work Canada?
Winter Work Canada is designed for applicants aged 19–35 who are eligible for a Working Holiday Visa and want a seasonal job in a hotel, resort, restaurant, or tourism business in one of Canada’s leading winter tourism regions.
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02What type of Winter Work Canada jobs are there?
Typical roles include:
Guest services, retail, food & beverage, kitchen, mountain operations, snow operations, golf operations, pool operations, instruction, cleaning, laundry, housekeeping, and more.
Your job offer will depend on your experience and attitude. F&B roles are highly competitive due to tips, making them harder to secure than in many other countries.
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03Which employers do you work with?
We partner with a wide range of employers, including winter resorts, hotels, golf clubs, restaurants, tourism activity providers, and retailers.
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04What is the difference between a hotel and a resort?
· Hotels are typically located in towns or resort communities and are surrounded by other businesses.
· Resorts focus heavily on seasonal sports—such as skiing and snowboarding and often run their own amenities. They tend to be more remote and offer a wider variety of job roles.
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05What kind of applicants are you looking for?
We seek individuals who are: Positive, friendly, hardworking, flexible, good communicators, and able to commit to an entire season.
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06What is considered a full season?
November/December to April/May (varies by employer)
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07What jobs should I aim for?
Apply for positions where you have the required experience (usually 1–3 years). If you have limited experience, consider roles that do not typically require it—such as housekeeping.
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08What jobs are available?
Typical roles include: Guest services, retail, food & beverage, kitchen, mountain operations, snow operations, golf operations, pool operations, instruction, cleaning, laundry, housekeeping, and more.
Your job offer will depend on your experience and attitude. F&B roles are highly competitive due to tips, making them harder to secure than in many other countries.
AIFS Australia
Our Mission & Values
Our Values
We are committed to care, respect and honesty
We put safety, wellbeing and fair support at the centre of every placement.
Our Mission
Leading cultural exchange opportunities since 1964
AIFS has helped more than 1.8 million young people grow through international experiences.
Our Support
24/7 emergency support for all participants
Our support starts from the moment you apply. Our experienced Australian team will help you through the application process and work with you and our Canadian partner to help you find the right job at the right resort. Once you start your adventure, you’ll also have peace of mind knowing there’s onshore support there for you if you need it.
The AIFS difference
Since 1964, the American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS) has been providing life-changing cultural exchange and educational opportunities to young people around the world. Now with 10 global office locations, each year we help over 55,000 people from over 60 different countries to participate in programs designed to improve global understanding and enrich lives. You can chat to us at any time during the process to get help on your application or ask us questions. Feel free to drop by our office, located near Sydney’s Hyde Park, or meet one of our team located across the country.
