Experience life on a family farm in beautiful Pierreville, Quebec! We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to help with weeding and harvesting our fruits and vegetables. Get your hands dirty, connect with nature, and enjoy the rewards of farm-fresh produce.
Work exchange in Canada – requirements & tasks
Want to learn about sustainable agriculture? Our family farm in central Quebec offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience growing a variety of fruits and vegetables. We’re committed to responsible farming and welcome volunteers who share our passion.
We welcome you to join us for at least 2 weeks to learn and grow with us!
For more details about our farm and job opportunities, visit our website fermedesmarais.ca and check out our employment guide under the “Jobs” tab.
We offer free accommodation and delicious farm-fresh meals in exchange for 5 hours of daily help, 5 days a week. Volunteers who stay with us for the full season may be eligible for partial or full travel expense reimbursement.
Good to know
Summers in Quebec are typically warm and humid, with temperatures often reaching 20-45°C during the day. Be prepared to work outdoors in all kinds of weather, as we’re at the mercy of the elements! To minimize heat exposure, we start our days early, often beginning at dawn.
You’ll be involved in a variety of tasks, with a focus on weeding and harvesting. This means lots of time standing or kneeling, so be prepared for physical work. Harvesting also includes sorting and cleaning the crops. Throughout the summer, we might have small construction projects, like building signs or fences. Weeding can be repetitive and may take several days to complete a field, often requiring kneeling for extended periods. We prioritize doing the job correctly, balancing speed and quality of work.
If you’re comfortable with it, we may also ask you to help out at the public market as a salesperson. There’s no fixed schedule; tasks are usually decided the night before, but priorities can change throughout the day. We generally aim for one or two days off each week..
Work exchange in Canada – what we offer
We offer a variety of accommodation options to suit your needs, including a fully-equipped RV and private rooms within a shared house. Enjoy three wholesome meals each day, prepared with love and featuring our farm-fresh produce. We can cater to vegetarian diets. Volunteers who stay with us for the full season may be eligible for partial or full travel expense reimbursement.
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