Jobs in Canadian Dairy Farms: Latest Opportunities, Salaries, and How to Apply (2026)

Canada’s dairy industry continues to create employment opportunities for local residents and international workers. Dairy farms across provinces such as Ontario, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Prince Edward Island, and Quebec regularly recruit workers to support milk production, livestock care, feeding, equipment maintenance, and general farm operations.

Many dairy employers hire throughout the year because dairy cattle require daily care regardless of the season. Some employers may also support Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications or hire foreign workers when they cannot find enough local employees, subject to Canadian immigration rules.

Why Work on a Canadian Dairy Farm?

Working on a dairy farm offers several advantages, including:

Competitive hourly wages
Full-time, year-round employment
Opportunities for overtime pay
On-the-job training
Experience in modern dairy farming
Potential accommodation provided by some employers
Opportunities for career growth into supervisory roles

Dairy Farms That Have Recently Advertised Dairy Worker Positions

The following employers have recently posted dairy farm vacancies through Canada’s Job Bank or other recognized employment platforms.

1. Polsto Farm Ltd.

Location: Guelph, Ontario

Position

Dairy Farm Worker

Salary

CAD $18.23–$19.50 per hour (negotiable)

Main Duties

Milking cows
Feeding livestock
Cleaning barns
Monitoring animal health
Operating farm equipment

2. Shadow Ridge Dairy

Location: Agassiz, British Columbia