Through our extensive partnerships with reputable employers across Canada, we offer a job guarantee service in a ski resort or hotel. Job offers are made pre departure, If you are unsuccessful with your application you will be refunded.
Most of the resorts and hotels TWHC recruits on behalf of offer staff accommodation for a subsidised price. This allows staff to live in a ski resort on a budget with other staff members.
Our Canadian visa guide ensures you get step-by-step visa assistance from your first click to visa approval. We are experts on the IEC application process and are always on hand to help with any visa specific questions you may have while applying for your IEC Working Holiday visa.
If you are employed by one of our ski resorts, you will receive a season lift pass. Some resorts offer reciprocal benefits to other local ski areas for full time employees.
Most hotels offer a Winter benefits packaged called a Wellness Package of up to $1,000CAD to put towards your ski pass. This usually covers majority of the pass and you may only pay a remaining $200-$300. Some hotels offer salary sacrifice programmes for your ski pass.
TWHC has created a detailed e-orientation video which covers every facet of your pre-departure and arrival into Canada. This video will not only cover what to pack, how to prepare for customs and obtain your working holiday visa but also how to acquire your Social Insurance Number (SIN), Bank Account and Free SIM Card. A TWHC staff member is also on the group available Mon-Fri during arrival months for in person assistance. A TWHC staff member is also on the ground on arrival to Vancouver to assist a smooth transition to your new home.
You can collect your Free Sim card 24/7 from one of our four partner hostels in Vancouver or Banff. You can also collect your SIM card from our staff members in Vancouver or at our meet & greet parties!
At the orientation you will be shown how to set-up a Canadian Bank account that best suits the resort or hotel that you will be working at.
If you are not offered a position after your initial resort interview we will endeavour to set you up with a second resort interview. If after two unsuccessful attempts to place you within one of our ski resort or hotel partners we will refund you in full less your deposit.
Nothing is full price for staff at most of our resorts / owned retail outlets. Show your staff pass and get discounts on selected items.
This guide gives you all the important must know info you need on your arrival to Canada. Covering orientation, important contact details and more.
During orientations we will assist you in getting a Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN). This is an identification number given to each person who works in Canada for the purposes of income tax and employment insurance. You cannot start work at all without a SIN number.
Should you need assistance filing a Tax Return after your ski season we have partners which can help with this.
You will be given access to special closed facebook groups. A great way to connect with other travellers, swap advice, travel tips and make new friends!
First of all, we want to get to know you and what type of working holiday experience is going to be best for you!
We will then ensure you meet the basic requirements of the Canadian Working Holiday Visa & that you are a good fit for our Canadian ski resort and hotel partners. Basically, we want to make sure it's a solid fit for you and for the resorts/hotels. Once the Pre Application Questionnaire is completed you will be contacted by our Canadian specialists.
Once you are keen to get things rolling and we are happy you fit the requirements, an invoice will be sent to you from TWHC to arrange the $499 deposit.
The final amount can then be paid off before your resort interview.
Once your deposit payment has been received, we will then send the registration link to create your login to our TWHC online App.
This online portal is where you are going to complete and receive everything you need throughout your entire application with THWC from the moment you pay right up until you depart for Canada. This will clearly outline your progress and what steps you need to complete next. The first step includes the Terms & Conditions, which are there for you to READ, not just tick off…so make sure you read everything prior to jumping in with two feet!!!
The visa processing times for a Canadian Visa can fluctuate up to 16 weeks.
We will get you started with the application process as soon as you have paid the deposit so we can make sure your working visa is approved before you depart for Canada.
Within the TWHC online app, you will have the opportunity to submit your pre-screening interview. This is like a practice run for you and is helpful online.
You will be given some practice interview questions to prepare you for what will come with your resort interview. These are held online to be completed in your own time and are designed to simulate a real interview where you will not know what questions they are going to ask. Our Director of Recruitment has spent more than 20 years in the resort industry.
Your location preference will be approved by our Recruitment Manager in your online application, which confirms who you are going to be having your interview with.
Applicants will be advised by the recruitment manager if they are a fit or non-fit for specific resorts or hotels to ensure expectations are managed.
Once your location is approved, you will get access to your online TWHC application to submit your resort-specific application form.
This form, once completed, will eventually be sent to the resort/hotel for their consideration prior to a face-to-face interview. The resort-specific application form allows the applicant to upload their personal information and make statements on why they should be hired. This form requires applicants to upload their resume, letters of reference and a passport-sized smiling photo, plus other written information about themselves and their experiences.
Thirty days after making the deposit payment, your final payment will be due. Don't stress.
We do have payment plans available if you need a little help 'Just Ask!
A face-to-face or Video Conferencing interview with a Canadian ski resort or hotel representative will then be set up in a one-on-one scenario.
This date is usually set up months in advance, allowing applicants to research and practice their interviewing skills. Once applicants have had their interviews with Canadian resorts or hotel reps, applicants will not be advised if they have been successful until all applicants for that particular resort or hotel have been interviewed and considered. This can be at least 3-4 weeks. We are proud of our 92% Success rate with our interviewees.
For those who have been offered roles, job offers will be sent out requesting confirmation of job and start dates.
Resort contracts will then be released & sent directly to applicants from the employer and need to be read, signed and sent back within a timely manner to ensure jobs are confirmed! Then we begin the fun part of assisting you in booking your flights, insurance and arrival to Canada.
For those who failed their interview, secondary interviews will be set up, and the recruitment manager will be in touch to advise specifics of the next interview date and time.
Secondary interview opportunities are based on resort availability and applicant suitability. No refunds will be considered until ALL avenues of employment are exhausted. At this point, if there are no remaining locations for potential employment, then a program refund will then be issued. Our role is to locate employment in Canada for applicants,
Once you have received your job contract and start date, it's time to start planning the fun stuff!
You will be sent the Arrival Bible, which covers everything you need to cover for your departure to Canada, including visa documents and requirements, flights, insurance, orientation dates and transfers to your resort. We also provide a wealth of information to help with packing, ski gear and what to expect on arrival. Our staff will be there to welcome you to our partnered hostel during seasonal start dates so you can meet all the other travellers heading off on their new adventures.
The majority of our Winter interviews are usually held every year between June – August. Applications for winter typically open in Oct/Nov the year prior to allow enough time to obtain visas and collate application forms.
We facilitate interviews with Resort/Hotel managers either in person or virtually, between June-August. Successful applicants will have a job contract in their hand before they even book their flights to Canada! (Whilst virtual interviews are available, we highly recommend attending in person)
Job offers are usually emailed directly to successful applicants from the employer. This email contains specific information regarding the specific role/department you have been offered, rate of pay, and start date. You will be contacted by TWHC regardless of your interview outcome. Departure & Arrival information will be made available to you shortly after your job offer so you can begin organising your mission to Canada!
We only take the number of applicants for jobs that we have, and we give you all the tools you need to pass the interview. In the unlikely event you are not offered a role, we request specific feedback from your interviewer as to why they chose not to offer you a role. TWHC will contact you with options based on seasonal availability and feedback from the recruiter. Should you not be offered a role after multiple attempts we will refund your program fee less deposit.
Once your location is approved, you will be able to access your resort-specific application form. Once completed, this form will eventually be sent to the resort/hotel for consideration before your interview. The resort-specific application form allows applicants to upload their personal information and explain why they should be hired. This form requires applicants to upload their resume, 2 x written references (typed on company letterhead), a smiling photo and other written information about themselves and their experiences. (Not having a dog, booze, or other people in your photo! Smiling and shirt on please ☺)
An interview with a Canadian ski resort or hotel representative will be set up on a one-on-one scenario and usually lasts 15-30 mins. This can be either a virtual or face-to-face interview. This date is usually set up months in advance, allowing applicants to fully prepare themselves by researching the location where they plan to spend the next 6-24 months. Applicants will not be advised at the time of their interview if they were successful or not. Recruiters prefer to interview all applicants so they can determine the best applicants for the roles on offer. It doesn’t matter if you’re the first interview or the very last interview, all applicants are considered based on their skills, personality, and interview performance.
Resort locations are filled on a first-in best-dressed basis so the earlier you apply with us, the more locations you will have to choose from. TWHC will approve your location based on your previous work experience & pre-employment assessment.
For positions, you will put in your preferred job roles you would like to do at that resort/hotel. The recruiter ultimately determines the best fit for you in their team. This will be based on your interview performance, personality, skills & experience. As far as placement – this also depends on the needs of the employer, and should they determine that you would be better suited to another role altogether – they will discuss these opportunities with you.
Certain positions are very popular, so you may want to consider listing some different preferences. Remember, flexibility is an attractive trait for all employers! The job you applied for might have many others applying for it as well, so consider the role and your suitability carefully. For example, many people apply for lift operator roles… Those people who have worked outside or in physically demanding roles will have a distinct advantage over those who have never had a physical job. Reading and understanding job descriptions and how they will apply to you is incredibly important when considering jobs for six months or more. Again, read and research the roles you are interested in. All roles have pluses and minuses.
The job you are offered is in the hands of your employer based on your interview performance, skills, personality, and previous/current work experience. This will also depend on availability and staff requirements. The recruiter knows their workplace best and is the one to decide where they feel you would be the best fit and succeed.
Choosing to decline a job offer means you forfeit your funds and are not eligible for any further assurance.
Exceptional & consistent work performance is the biggest factor for applicants having their seasonal contracts extended through the following season. While your employment contract might be extended it is recommended that you clarify and confirm with management that staff housing is also included. The programme fee covers employment for one season only. We are not responsible for and cannot offer ongoing employment options for future seasons. An extension of a contract is based on seasonal performance and employer availability.
As mentioned above, TWHC fee covers employment for one season only. We are not responsible for and cannot offer ongoing employment options for future seasons.
Given you will have months of in-country experience, the ability to track down ongoing employment will be easier compared to new arrivals. Applicants should request letters of reference from current employers before applying for further roles as these references can open doors quicker than those applying from overseas locations.
TWHC appreciates individuals, however Canadian Employers can be quite conservative, and their grooming policies reflect that. To give yourself the best chance of success we recommend removing all (except 2 in the ear) piercings and having natural coloured, tidy hair. Multiple facial piercings, facial tattoos, hand tattoos (basically any tattoos not covered by a long sleeve shirt) dreadlocks, spacers or unnaturally coloured hair can all hinder your job opportunities. Please disclose these before applying. Once you receive a job offer, you’ll be informed of any special uniform requirements by your employer. In general, it is a good idea to make sure you bring black shoes, pants, and a white shirt for indoor positions as a base for the uniform. For outdoor positions you will be provided with the outer layers – like shell pants, a jacket, and a fleece. You will need to supply your own gloves, boots, and under layers + skiing/riding equipment. Each resort is a little bit different, but they all expect tidy and consistent grooming. You may need to cut off dreads or dye your hair a natural colour if you have a more alternative style. Visible tattoos on hands, fingers, face or neck are a no-go for most resorts and certainly high-end hotels.
Visa Fee:
346.00 CAD (including the biometrics fee).
Flights:
You
can choose to book either one way or return.
Travel Insurance:
It is a
condition of your working visa for Canada that
you must have travel insurance for your entire
stay in Canada. We get really great discounts
that we pass on to applications once they have a
job contract and are ready to book. This can
range from $1,100 up to $2,800 AUD/NZD for a
6-24 month policy (Medical only or Comprehensive
options available). We also have UK and EU
insurance products we can recommend for our
European participants
Hostel Stay on Arrival:
As a
TWHC member, you will receive a 10% discount on
your stay at one of our partnered hostels. It is
up to you how long you want to stay. We suggest
3-5 days, however you will need to allow one
full week day minimum to complete your SIN
number and bank account setups before heading to
your employer.
Transport to your Ski
Resort/Hotel:
Transport from Vancouver/Calgary to your resort.
This cost differs depending on your location, as
resorts/hotels can range from 2-14 hours from
the closest airport. It's best to allow approx.
$60-$300 CAD for your transport to your resort
which we will assist you to book.
Savings:
It is also a condition of the working visa that
you must have a minimum of $2,500 CAD savings
(Or availability on credit card) upon entry to
Canada. We suggest aiming to take a minimum
$5,000 savings with you, however this comes down
to you and how you want to spend your season.
The more you take with you the more you will be
able to do during your working holiday.
AUSTRALASIAN APPLICANTS:
Once you have passed our initial assessment and
are keen to get things rolling (and have read
and agreed to our Terms & Conditions) an invoice
will be sent to you from TWHC to arrange your
$499 deposit. The final amount is due within 30
days. Payment plans are available offering
regular monthly payments as long as your booking
is paid in full prior to employer
interviews.
We are unable to offer any refunds for dropping out of the programme at any point as the recruitment process starts right away. You can however change your departure date and push back your travel at any time before the dates below:
May 15th - Winter Programme
Feb 15th - Summer Programme
The final amount is due within 30 days. Payment plans are available offering regular monthly payments as long as your booking is paid in full prior to employer interviews.
UK/EUROPEAN APPLICANTS:
Once you have passed our initial assessment and
are keen to get things rolling (and have read
and agreed to our Terms & Conditions) an invoice
will be sent to you from TWHC to arrange your
£50 deposit.
Once your deposit payment is received you will
get the first stage of your visa instructions
and link to start your application.
Your remaining balance for your program will become due as soon as you are invited to apply for your IEC Working Holiday visa and must be paid within 7 days of this - as soon as your remaining balance is paid you will get the next stages of your visa instructions.
Payment plans are available offering regular fortnightly or monthly payments as long as your booking is paid in full prior to employer interviews.
We are unable to offer any refunds for dropping out of the programme at any point as the recruitment process starts right away. You can however change your departure date and push back your travel at any time before the dates below:
May 15th - Winter Programme
Feb 15th - Summer Programme
Keep in mind that this is a working holiday; the more savings you take, the more you will be able to do. Whilst you are only required to have a minimum $2,500 CAD savings for your visa, we highly suggest aiming to take at least $5,000 CAD savings.
This excludes any costs for our programme, visa, flights and insurance. You want to have these savings after paying for these items.
Wages in Canada can differ between employer and province. The hourly wages for all roles range from approx. $16-$20 per hour.
You are making enough to pay your rent and cover your expenses, however, you definitely need to have your savings for any of the extra things you want to do. The more you have saved, the more you can do!
Staff housing costs also differ depending on your employer, location and room type. All staff housing is shared bedrooms of approx. 2-6 people per room. They do not offer single bedrooms for staff.
Please check the Canadian employers page for specific details on housing for that location. Costs also range from approx. $150 - $250 per week. Resorts cannot guarantee room types and allocated the housing themselves.
To be eligible for the Working Holiday category, you must:
12-18 Weeks. This can fluctuate depending on the time of year you're applying. The more time you give yourself for the visa, the better. Once it's approved, you have 12 months to enter the Country. When you enter, Canada is when the visa time will start.
Information for Australian/NZ applicants:
As a British citizen, you may participate in IEC twice:
So you can get a 24 month working holiday visa and then apply for a 12 month working holiday visa at the end of that if you want to extend your stay after your first working holiday (provided you still meet the criteria for the working holiday visa category!).
To be eligible for the Working Holiday category, you must:
To be eligible for the Working Holiday category, you must
Note: If you are applying as a citizen of Belgium,Czech Republic, Denmark, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Netherlands, Norway, Slovakia, Spain, or Sweden you must also prove your residential status in your country of citizenship when you apply. This means you must give either a residential or mailing address for your country of citizenship in your application.
As a citizen of France, Ireland, Portugal, you can participate in the IEC Working Holiday Visa category once, for up to 24 months.
As a citizen of Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, San Marino, Slovakia, Spain, or Sweden, you can participate in the IEC Working Holiday Visa category once, for up to 24 months.
As a citizen of Italy, you can participate in the IEC Working Holiday Visa category twice - so you’re eligible to apply for 2 x participations, for up to 12 months each time.
AUS/NZ applicants
Immediately! As soon as you secure your spot on our programme you are sent the visa guide with instructions on how to start the visa process.
It’s very important you don’t delay and begin straight away. Once your visa is approved, you have 12 months to enter Canada. Once you enter Canada the 2 years of your visa will start. You will not lose any time off your Visa by starting early and Canadian employers prefer to see your visa is approved, or at the very least underway when you have an employer interview.
UK/EU applicants
Immediately! As soon as you secure your spot on our programme you are sent the visa guide with instructions on how to start the visa process.
There are a limited number of visas in the IEC Working Holiday quotas for UK and EU citizens. Each country has its own visa quota and competition is fierce - especially in Austria, Belgium, France, Greece, Latvia, Netherlands, Spain and the United Kingdom.
Visas are allocated in rounds, via a random lottery type of system - so the sooner you start the application process the more rounds you will be a part of and the better chance you will have of getting your working holiday visa.
Visa requirements for EU applicants vary, depending on where you are from - so our team will explain the specific IEC visa requirements for your country during your consultation call.
If chances of you getting a visa are low, you will start the first stage of the IEC visa process before joining our program - we want to ensure you will be invited to apply for the visa before you join the program.
You must submit your biometrics within 30 days of completing your Visa application online. This must be done at a VAC for your visa to be processed.
You can submit this overseas if you need to and you can view the locations HERE.
UK/EU Applicants:
You must submit your biometrics information at your closest Visa Application Centre (VAC) within 30 days of completing your Visa application online as part of your Visa application process.
Once you submit and pay for your Visa application you will get a biometric instruction letter so you can move onto this step and book your biometrics.
This step is mandatory - and you must do this before your deadline in order for your visa to be processed.
Not all European countries have Canadian Visa Application Centres - you may need to travel to another European city to give your biometrics information.
UK - The only visa application centre in the UK is in London
EU - At present, the visa appliation centres inEurope include:
Other locations - For a full list of other locations click here.
With any kind of criminal record, it's a bit of a grey area. There is no 100% yes or no answer. The only way to know for sure is to submit your application and see the outcome.
Sadly, if you are over .08 it's unlikely your visa will be approved. The ones who ultimately make the decision are the visa office but from experience, anyone who has a DUI over .08 within the last 5 years has not been approved regardless of if it was a conviction or not.
As you have to upload the traffic history report they will see the DUI. Usually what we get anyone in your situation to do is apply for the visa first. This way if you are approved, we can continue with the rest of the programme, and you know you are good to go.
If you are declined, then you know you may need to wait another couple of years.
1. Pre-Application
Questionnaire
First of all,
we want to get to know you and what type of
working holiday experience is going to be best
for you! We will then ensure you meet the basic
requirements of the Canadian Working Holiday
Visa & that you are a good fit for our Canadian
ski resort and hotel partners. Basically, we
want to make sure it's a solid fit for you and
for the resorts/hotels. We don't make the final
employment decision...the resorts/hotels do...we
just make sure we prepare you as best as we can
so employers have no other choice but to hire
you!! We're not backward in coming forward...so
if this program isn't right for you...we'll let
you know, so we don't waste your time, the
resort/hotel's time, our time, and most
importantly...your money!!! Paying for the
programme doesn’t guarantee you a job, it
guarantees you the interview and we are here to
give you the best chance and tools to secure
employment.
2. Programme Invoice + Terms
& Conditions
Once the
questionnaire is submitted one of our TWHC
Canada staff will be in touch to answer any
further questions and let you know how to
proceed with starting an application and
kick-starting the process. This is where you
will also have another chance to carefully read
and review our Terms & Conditions, before making
payment.
3. Deposit
Payment
Once you are keen to
get things rolling and we are happy you fit the
requirements an invoice will be sent to you from
TWHC to arrange the payment of $499 deposit
(Aus/ NZ) or £50 for UK/EU. The final amount can
then be paid off before your resort interview.
4. TWHC Online App
Registration
Once your deposit
payment has been received we will then send the
registration link to create your login to our
TWHC online App. This online portal is where you
are going to complete and receive everything you
need throughout your entire application with
THWC from the moment you pay, right up until you
depart for Canada. This will clearly outline
your progress and what steps you need to
complete next. The first step includes the Terms
& Conditions which are there for you to READ not
just tick off...so make sure you read everything
prior to jumping in with two feet!!! This first
step is also where you will select your
resort/hotel location and job preferences.
5. Pre-Screen
Interview
Within the TWHC
online App, you will have the opportunity to
submit your pre-screening interview. This is
like a practice run for you and is held online.
You will be given some practice interview
questions to prepare you for what will come with
your resort interview. These are held online to
be completed in your own time and are designed
to simulate a real interview where you will not
know what questions they are going to ask. Our
Recruitment Director has spent more than 17
years in a Canadian ski resort, she's been there
and done that...the information she's imparting
is super helpful!!!
6. Interview
Placement
Your location
preference will be approved by our Recruitment
Manager in your online application which
confirms who you are going to be having your
interview with. Applicants will be advised by
the recruitment manager if they are a fit or
unfit for specific resorts or hotels to ensure
expectations are managed.
7. Resort Specific
Application
Once your location is approved, you will get
access to the next step in your online TWHC
application to submit your resort-specific
application form. This form, once completed,
will eventually be sent to the resort/hotel for
their consideration prior to your face-to-face
interview. The resort-specific application form
allows the applicant to upload their personal
information and make statements on why they
should be hired. This form requires applicants
to upload their resume, letters of reference,
and a passport sized smiling photo, plus other
written information about themselves and their
experiences.
8. Full Payment
A face to face or
Your final payment is due 30 days after your
deposit is made. TWHC does offer payment plans,
as long as you are paid in full prior to your
employer interview and meet the minimum payment
requirements. Please see info on Payment Plans
here.
9. Resort/Hotel
Interview
A face-to-face or virtual interview with a
Canadian ski resort or hotel representative will
then be set up in a one-on-one scenario. This
date is usually set up months in advance
allowing applicants to research and practice
their interviewing skills. Once applicants have
had their interviews with the Canadian resort or
hotel reps, applicants will not be advised if
they have been successful until all applicants
for that particular resort or hotel have been
interviewed and considered. This will be a
minimum of 4 weeks after the final interviews
have wrapped up.
10. Job
Contract
Job offers are usually
confirmed a minimum of 4 weeks after final
interviews wrap up. The moment we have the
confirmation you will be emailed and have access
to your confirmation of job and start date
within your TWHC online application. You will
then also receive confirmation from your resort
in writing. Then we begin the fun part of
assisting you in booking your travel and
insurance to Canada.
11. Unsuccessful Candidates
If you are not successful in obtaining a job
offer, TWHC will be in touch with further
options. These options will depend on
seasonal/employer availability and your
interview feedback. No refunds will be
considered until ALL avenues of employment are
exhausted. At this point, if there are no
remaining locations for potential employment, a
program refund will be issued. Our role is to
locate employment in Canada for applicants and
we do not stop until we have tracked all
opportunities down!!!
The opening date for our Winter programme is the 1st of November every year for the following season. We will then recruit until approximately June, and employer interviews are usually held between June-August.
Please keep in mind that all locations are filled on a first-in first-served basis. If you apply in November, you will have all locations available to choose from. If you wait until April or May you may only have 1 or 2 options left (if any!).
There is no official closing date. We only take the number of applicants for jobs that we have and will stop taking applications once all interview spots are filled. This could be in April or it could be late May depending on demand.
To avoid disappointment please start early to secure your preferred location.
You can. However, this can be very time-consuming and most importantly costly. Not everyone has the luxury to support themselves overseas for weeks or months whilst they search for a job.
Canadian employers use companies like TWHC to source international staff for seasonal work.
You might be able to score yourself a job at one of the local grocery stores, bakeries, or restaurants, but without guaranteed hours, staff housing, or a ski pass incentive, it can be extremely hard and incredibly expensive to support yourself.
Here are some factors to consider if you have decided to do it yourself:
TWHC has created a detailed e-orientation video that covers every facet of your pre-departure and arrival into Canada. This video will not only cover what to pack, how to prepare for customs, and obtain your working holiday Visa, but also how to acquire your Social Insurance Number (SIN), Bank Account, and Free SIM Card.
A TWHC staff member is also available at Meet & Greets or at midday Mon-Fri during arrival months for in-person assistance at our partner hostels. Details are provided with job offers.
Yes, you can. We understand moving to the other side of the world can be a little daunting, and we strive to ensure we give you and your friends/partners the best possible opportunity to work together. That is why, in your application, you can note who you will be travelling with. Ultimately the decision is the interviewers’, and we cannot guarantee you will both/all receive a job offer. We can guarantee that you and your friends will interview with the same employer. As we mentioned earlier, be flexible with your job options in this scenario for the best success.
Be aware the larger the group of travellers, the greater the chance of someone not being offered a role. This also applies to couples as one is usually stronger than the other. There is always ‘one person’ in the group who isn’t as sharp or as focused. The resort or hotel interviewers have no qualms deciding who they offer roles to, and who they don’t. This is a brutal reality… Being part of a group or couple does guarantee you all get a job offer and is the risk you take applying together. This info is to help prepare you.
TWHC absolutely recommends waiting until you have your job offer and start date before you book any flights or insurance. All these details will come with your job offer, after your employer interview. Your start date will all depend on the job role you are offered.
Whilst it may be cheaper to book flights earlier, it will be far more costly to change a flight or book temporary accommodation as you cannot move into staff housing until you start work.
You can enter Canada on a one-way ticket as long as you have the equivalent funds of a return ticket in your account.
We suggest showing you have at least $3,500 CAD on entry instead of $2,500 CAD.
This all depends on the employer/resort and the job role that you are offered. Eg Employers in Alberta generally have earlier start dates in October to coincide with the earlier snowfall. British Columbia Resorts like Whistler Blackcomb and SilverStar generally have start dates from early to mid November. Your start date will also depend on the job role you are offered. Certain job roles start earlier than others and employers will generally train all people in the one department together. You will know your exact start date after interviews once you receive a job offer. That is when you can then plan your departure and arrival details.