Regenerative farming / Market gardening

Multiple Positions Available

• Primary Farmhand Role: Mon, (Tue or Thurs), Wed, Fri • 25–30 hrs/week • Late April/May to Oct 30, 2026 (start April 27 or May 1)
• Secondary Farmhand Role: Monday and Friday- Harvest Days, 15-18 hrs per week. May 4-October 30th
• Add-on Farmers Market Crew (extra hours + fun sales experience): Saturdays only, June–Oct (~22 markets) • Choose North Saanich (3–4 hrs) or James Bay (7–8 hrs) • Gas & mileage reimbursed
• Canada Summer Jobs Youth Option (ages 15–30): Qualify for 50% wage subsidy • Ramp up to 30 hrs/week full-time over 6–16 weeks in summer • Then continue part-time into September/October if you love it.

Farm: Fruitful Fields Agriculture
Location: Sandown Centre for Regenerative Agriculture, Victoria/ James Bay + Sidney/North Saanich, BC

About Fruitful Fields

Fruitful Fields is a small-scale regenerative vegetable farm in North Saanich, growing diverse, high-quality vegetables using ecological practices focused on soil health, biodiversity, and sustainability. Using only certified organic amendments and zero synthetic sprays, pesticides, or herbicides, we build healthy soil, support biodiversity, and create resilient harvests. Our diverse mix of over 50 different types of fruits and vegetables goes straight to local residents, restaurants, cafés, community food boxes, and two vibrant farmers’ markets (North Saanich and James Bay).

Led by Farmer Brooke, our mission is simple yet powerful: strengthen local food systems through hands-on growing, education, and community connection. We’re not just growing food — we’re training the next generation of small-scale farmers. As our website says: “Through hands-on growing, education, and community partnerships, I am dedicated to strengthening local food systems and creating resilient, accessible food for all.”

This is the perfect seasonal role if you want real-world experience running a small vegetable farm — from seed to sale — while working under the sun in a supportive, joyful environment. Many team members leave with the skills and confidence to start their own growing projects or pursue agriculture careers.

Location:

The farm is located at 1810 Glamorgan Rd. North Saanich B.C. at the Sandown Centre for Regenerative Agriculture. Sandown hosts ~10 different farm businesses making it a community gathering space for farmers to share resources and access land/ educational opportunities. The property is full of new and emerging farmers, making it an ideal inclusive space to grow and learn more about agriculture.

Work shoulder-to-shoulder with Farmer Brooke on the following weekly tasks;

• Seeding, planting, and transplanting
• Harvesting, washing, and packing fresh produce
• Selling directly at farmers’ markets (customer chats, cash handling, beautiful displays)
• Bed prep, weeding, mulching, irrigation, and soil-building practices
• Supporting biodiversity across 50+ varieties of vegetables and fruits

Wage & Perks

• $18.50 per hour + 4% vacation pay (paid on every cheque). This is just a base starting wage- there are opportunities for incremental raises for farmhands who demonstrate commitment and reliability.
• Hands-on mentorship in every aspect of small-scale regenerative farming
• Real skills that can lead to your own farm, future jobs, or agriculture career
• Fresh organic produce to take home each week and to snack on during your shift.
• Work outside in the sunshine with a small, positive team
• Community connection — meet our CSA members and market customers who rave about the food
• The deeply rewarding feeling of growing food that feeds your neighbours

Desired Qualities

• Passion for regenerative food systems and working with nature
• Physically fit and ready for outdoor work (lifting 40–50 lbs, bending, all weather)
• Reliable, punctual, positive attitude, and detail-oriented
• Driver’s licence and vehicle an asset (especially for market role)
• No experience needed — all training required for position will be provided in person with additional access to farming masterclass resources.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada (youth 15–30 especially encouraged to apply for Canada Summer Jobs position)

To Apply

Fill out this quick application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/...

Send your resume (and optional bonus Cover Letter) to Farmer Brooke at: fruitfulfieldsagriculture@gmail.com

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