Canada is fast becoming the favourite working holiday destination for Australians! Whether you want to go work at one of the amazing winter resorts, gain some career work experience in Vancouver or Toronto or get off the beaten track in one of their stunning 10 provinces or 3 territories- Canada has something for everyone!

To learn more about working holidays in Canada come to our FREE IEP Australia Canada Expo; with special guests the Consulate General of Canada ?  and STA Travel on July 22nd in Sydney.  Come and learn all about this amazing country from the experts:

The Consulate General of Canada will discuss the International Experience Canada (IEC) open work permit that provides young Australians the opportunity to travel and work in Canada for up to 24 months. They will also cover the eligibility criteria, process, requirements, work conditions, and options if you wish to stay longer in Canada.

IEP Australia will explain all of your working holiday options for Canada, touching on the types of work available, how to land an amazing job before leaving Australia, where in Canada you can live and work on this visa and what to expect from your once in a lifetime working holiday in Canada.

STA Travel is Australia’s largest youth travel company and they will be sharing their knowledge on your travel options for Canada, including your best flight options and how to get the most out of your travel experience.

There will be incredible prizes on the night, awesome discounts and a great opportunity to ask any of those questions that you might have about making the move to Canada!

RSVP Now!

Currently we are able to use your graduation ceremony date as the starting date of eligibility on Work USA – this meant you would have 12 months from the date of your graduation ceremony to enter the US.

Recently there has been rumblings from that this will soon change. What we’ve heard is that the ‘new’ date you will be able to use for your eligibility is the date of your last exam – not your graduation ceremony date.
 
Why does this matter?
We want you to be aware of when you are eligible for this 12 month US visa. Our concern is that you are planning on using the grad ceremony date and that the guidelines change and you miss out. We don’t want that, you don’t want that.
 
Masters Students
Due to the ambiguous nature of a Master’s degree, the restrictions are slightly different when it comes to eligibility.  You are not allowed large gaps between finishing study and graduation, therefore, the eligibility date will most likely be taken from the date on which a student hands in (or the final date that they should hand in) their Master’s thesis.  There is some extension to this eligibility allowed, possibly to the date that the marks for the thesis is received, but this will need to be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

If you are concerned about your eligibility and when you need to enter the US please do not hesitate to contact us here or call 03 9329 3866. If we get any further information you will be contacted.

As of June 1st there has been some changes made to the Youth Mobility and Ancestry visa for the UK that you need to be aware of.

• You are required to have an UK arrival date. In the past you did not need an intended arrival day and the visa and would just activate after 90 days of it being issued. That is no longer an option.
• From the intended arrival date you have 30 days to enter the UK. If you do not enter in that 30 days you will need to re-apply for the visa (pay the fees again).
• Upon arrival to the UK you will have 10 days to pick-up what is called a Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) from a nominated post shop in the UK.
• The nominated post shop is chosen by the post code on the visa application (hostel, mates house ect). There are designated post shops in each area for you to pick up the BRP from. Not all post shops will do this.
• The visa is still multiple entry, but you will need to carry the BRP card as that is the ‘work visa’.
• If you lose the BRP card there is a replacement fee.

How does this affect the you?

Let’s say they want to travel for longer than then 30 days prior to arriving to the UK. The visa will expire and you will need to re-apply. So do not plan on travelling longer than 90 days prior to your visa starting or it could get very expensive!

All of our UK working holiday programs provide visa assistance and we ensure you get the visa on the first go!

Like always we are here to help!  If you have any questions just give us a call 03 9329 3866 or contact us here.

We don’t want to alarm you, but if you are guilty of the following statements it may be time to do that working holiday you’ve been dreaming about!

•     You measure success by passport stamps
•     You continually post inspirational travel quotes on your Facebook feed
•     You are always checking for flights
•     You only talk about travelling
•     You see a plane and you just want to be on it
•     Your happy place is the airport
•     Your Lonely Planet guide book collection is your only book collection
•     Your bucket list is now in triple digits

Now that we have diagnosed the problem, let’s prescribe the remedy!
 

	WORK CANADA JOB FAIR If you have itchy feet then head to Canada and put them in a pair of ski boots! We guarantee you a ski resort job before you leave Australia or you get your money back.
	WORK USA Maybe getting your kicks on Route 66 will cure that wanderlust. Work USA allows you to spend up to 12 months living and working in the USA!
	WORK BRITAIN PUB JOBS Pull pints and travel? does it get any better than that? We work with over 500 pubs across England; London, Manchester, Birmingham, Plymouth, and Bristol – you choose

Marmot Basin is located in a Jasper National Park and its charm and terrain makes it a popular choice. With over 1,600 acres, 86 runs and 3000 vertical feet of varied terrain from expert to beginner Marmot Basin has something from everyone. Marmot Basin also boast the second highest base elevation in Canada and typically has one of the longest seasons in the country. Staff accommodation is available and is located in the town of Jasper. All employees are shuttled to work daily.

It is a great place to spend a winter season in Canada, but you don’t have to take our word for it let Kellie tell you all about it!

What was working at Marmot Basin like?

Living in Jasper is amazing! It’s exactly like what you would see in the movies. Working on the mountain is hard work but you do get a season pass and ski/board every day. I started with being a beginner and now I have my Level 1 instructors in snowboarding. Jasper is definitely a party town and there is always something on like street parties. The clubs hold things most weekends. It’s amazing.

I live in an apartment building called Cavell, this is very convenient as all your friends live there to and its cheap.

What job did you do at Marmot Basin? Did you enjoy it?

I love it! I started in the Rentals shop and then moved to becoming fulltime repair technician, which is working in a little tech shop out the back fixing skis and snow boards and waxing etc. I also taught a few lessons which was an awesome experience.

Would you recommend someone else to work at Marmot Basin? If so, why?

Absolutely. You will experience the amazing snow falls and the sunrise and sunsets on the mountains.

Where did you live and what was your accommodation like?

I live in an apartment building called Cavell in the town of Jasper. It is very convenient, as all your friends live there to and its cheap!

Want to work at Marmot Basin?

To secure  your winter resort job in Canada all you need to do is apply here, fill out the contact details and make the program payment of $995. Remember that it is a GUARANTEED job or your money back!

Questions about Marmot Basin or Work Canada Job Fair?

To learn more about Work Canada Job Fair check out our FAQ,  send us your questions or come to a free info session … just don’t leave it too long as this program will sell out.

10 Reasons to do a working holiday

We believe a working holiday should be an opportunity that everyone has at some point in life! Whether it is a gap year after high school or uni or maybe career break later on in life; going on a working holiday is a must-do!

If you actually need a bit of convincing as to why you should pack it all in and move overseas? here’s 10 reasons!

1. Stay longer -Working holidays allow you to stay much longer than a normal tourist visa! Recently Canada changed the duration of the working holiday visa up to 23 months…that sure beats a short tourist visa.
2. Sustainable travel – you’re making money while you are abroad! We’ve had participants who found work at music festivals. They travelled the country touring with the festival, all while making money!
3. Try something new – on a working holiday you can do a job you wouldn’t necessarily do at home. You never know, you may love pulling pints in a pub in London or working with kids at a summer camp in America!
4. Meet the locals -when you live and work within the community you make friends with the locals, rather than just travelling through when you are on holiday.
5. Cultural experience – you can’t really learn much on a short 2 week holiday, but living and working in a country for a period of time allows you to become a local.
6. Exclusive visas for Kiwis – some working holiday visas are only offered to Kiwis and Aussies – lucky you! For example to get a 12 month US visa you must be a uni student or recent grad and hold a NZ or Aus passport.
7. Boost your CV -Employers love seeing international work experience on your CV! You could impress future employers by working at 5 star, 5 diamond resort in America!
8. Make a difference – Volunteering is a great way to have an amazing working holiday experience and give back to a community. teach English, work with children, protect wildlife, build schools? the options are endless!
9. Leave sooner – you won’t need to save loads of cash to support yourself as you will be making money! We’ve got pre arranged ski resort jobs in Canada where you arrive to a job ? no wasting money while searching for work.
10. No regrets – You’ve got one life… make it count! No one has ever said, ‘I really regretted that working holiday!’
    

Apply early to $ave!

Imagine being knee deep in powder each day, having access to the best après-ski parties and making lifelong friends from all over the world! It is all possible on Work Canada Job Fair! We GUARANTEE you a winter resort job in Canada all before you leave Australia, or your money back!

How does it work?

We fly the HR Managers from some of Canada’s best winter resorts to interview & hire you face to face in August 2015! Let us do the work, while you get to have all the fun!  But don’t delay as interview spots get filled up fast. 

Perks of Work Canada Job Fair:

? Guaranteed winter resort job
? Free ski pass
? Free rentals & lessons
? Big discounts around the resort
? Staff accommodation
? Ride breaks
? Organised activities for staff
? Reciprocal ski passes to surrounding resorts
? Much more!

So don’t just dream it? turn it into a reality! Start your application now for $945!

Taking the leap to move to the UK without a job or accommodation can be stressful. To make the move easier we are now offering pre-arranged employment & accommodation on our new Work Britain Pub Jobs program! You’ll be able to step off the plane and head right into a job with accommodation!

What you get:

• A full time hospitality job opportunity – 98% of all jobs are offered before your agreed start date;
• Affordable live-in accommodation provided by your employer;
• Assistance & advice regarding your pre-departure arrangements (flights, travel insurance, etc);
• A personalized arrival package with info, directions, and top tips to help you adjust to life in the UK;
• Assistance with your National Insurance Number application;
• Information on how to register with a UK doctor’s office in the area you’ll be living;
• On-going support from our fully staffed London office;
• Discounts on future job placements & relocations

To celebrate the launch of this new program we’re offering a $100 discount for the month of October.

Normally $795, now only $695! To secure your $100 discount be sure to use the promo code: WBPJ when applying here.

Score on the Commonwealth Discount

In anticipation of the start to the Commonwealth Games (GO Australia!!!)  We will be offering a $50 discount on Work Canada and Work Britain! To secure your discount use the promo code: commonwealth when applying.   

	Work Canada You choose where you live and when you leave! We help with the visa, tax number, bank account, accom, jobs and have offices in Vancouver & Toronto where our staff will help you have a great working holiday! Apply between July 23rd & August 3rd and save $50!!! Normally $495 now only $445. Use promo code: commonwealth
	Work Britain England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland? you choose! Loads of job listings, great social events, online member’s website to access job and accommodation listings? it’s a guaranteed good time! Apply between July 23rd & August 3rd and save $50!!! Normally $395 now only $345. Use promo code: commonwealth

Canada Rocky Mountain Resorts are coming to NZ to hire you!

If your dream is to work in the heart of Canada’s favourite playground, the Canadian Rocky Mountains, have we got the employer for you. We are excited to announce our newest job fair employer; Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts!

Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts have three upscale, boutique lodges located in British Columbia and Alberta. You could be calling Banff, Lake Louise or Emerald Lake your new home! Think amazing skiing, scenery, wildlife and nightlife.  

Perks of Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts:

• Discounted ski passes (Lake Louise, Sunshine Village, Mt Norquay)
• Staff events – rock climbing, snow shoeing, dog sledding, skiing/snowboarding
• Locals discounts on food and retail
• Access to all the facilities – hot tubs, pools, fitness areas, saunas
• Long contracts- up to six months 
• GUARANTEED staff accommodation 
• Much more

Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts will be arriving to NZ in late August to interview and hire you! Start your application here.

Check out our other six other amazing Canadian winter employers you can choose from here.