We're Hiring for the 2026 Growing Season!
Farmers on 57th staff and volunteers processing harvest on CSA day
Positions Available: 3
Name of Organization: Farmers on 57th
Location: Main location at 57th @ Heather Street
Start Date: Urban Farming Co-Lead: Flexible, earliest start date is April 20, 2026 with last possible end date of August 30, 2026
Hours offered: 35 hrs/week for 8-16 weeks
Compensation: $18/ hour and up
This is a Canada Summer job posting, so the successful applicant must:
Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
In addition, because we work on the grounds of a long-term residential care facility and with children we require:
Criminal Record Clearance (we’ve got a code for ya if you don’t have one)
Organizational Website: www.farmerson57th.ca
Organization Description:
Farmers on 57th is a therapeutic & educational urban farm on the grounds of Oak Care Centre, a long-term care facility for people with disabilities in Vancouver, BC. Started in 2009, Farmers on 57th has grown into a thriving 70 household CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) market garden, offering courses and tours to the public. We also run a weekly enabling garden program for Oak Care Centre residents, allowing those living with disabilities to grow, harvest and enjoy their own-grown food and flowers. We are listed as an example of best practice by the City of Vancouver.
How To Apply:
Please fill out our online form and attach a PDF resume to them.
Urban Farm Operations and Program Assistant (3 positions)
Any questions can be directed to hello@farmerson57th.ca.
Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.
