We offer Work programs in Canada for international youth (18-35 years old). As a Recognized Organization (RO) by the Government of Canada, we’re passionate about helping international youth (that’s you!) experience Canada in all its glory through our Canada IEC programs.
Dreaming of working a ski season in Whistler? We’ve got you covered. We’ll create the perfect program to achieve your personal, career and life goals.
Check out our Canada IEC programs to find out which opportunity best matches your goals, and let’s start planning your adventure of a lifetime in Canada!
Our Canada Working Holiday programs help you live, work and travel in Canada. We guarantee you a job before you arrive, so you can start earning straight away. Immerse yourself in a different culture, gain work experience and meet some amazing people along the way. All while getting paid for it!
Year-round
1 - 24 months
From C$1,190
Our Internship programs give you the opportunity to land your dream internship in Canada. Gain hands-on experience in your field of study, build a professional network and develop the skills to stand-out in a globally competitive job market.
Year-round
4 - 24 months
From C$1,190
Welcome to our Francophone Culinary Talent Program Canada – an exclusive pathway for high-intermediate French-English speaking culinary professionals to advance their careers in Canada.
Year-round
12 - 24 months
From C$1,000
Since 2015, Stepwest has been a Recognized Organization (RO) under International Experience Canada (IEC); a status given by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Every year we are able to offer IEC RO Programs for participants from IEC countries.
IEC Season
12 - 24 months
CLOSED
The IEC (International Experience Canada) program is a Canadian Government initiative allowing international youth from more than 35 participating countries to work and travel in Canada for up to two years (depending on your nationality).
There are several different experiences available, including working holiday, Young Professional and International co-op (internships). Check out each program page to learn more!
This depends on the IEC category you’re interested in and your nationality, as each participating country will have a different agreement with the Canadian government. In general you must be between 18-35 years old (30 for some nationalities) and being a passport holder (and resident for some countries) from one of the countries Canada has signed an agreemeent with!
For more information, see the individual requirements for each program:
To get an IEC visa for Canada, you will need to follow these steps:
As a Recognized Organization (RO) by the Government of Canada, we know the visa application process like the back of our hand. In fact, we’ve helped participants from more than 35 countries work and travel in Canada! Interested in learning more? Start planning here.