Labourer Packaging

As per Job Bank, low hourly wages for packers and packagers (NOC 95106) start at $16.55, median at $19.75, and high at $24.10 as of 2026. Full-time workers at median wage earn $41,080 CAD annually based on 40 hours per week. Overtime rates are 1.5 times the regular hourly rate after 40 hours per week.

As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the federal minimum wage is $18.65 per hour effective January 1, 2026, applying to packing jobs in federally regulated sectors such as interprovincial shipping. This rate increased from $17.30 in 2024 based on CPI indexing of 3.9%. Employers must pay at least this for all hours worked.

As per Employment and Social Development Canada, a Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) work permit is required via a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) for low-wage packing jobs offering below $30.25 per hour. LMIA processing takes up to 10 business days if complete, with permits valid up to 2 years. International Experience Canada (IEC) working holiday visas are available for 38 countries with quotas of 10,000-50,000 spots annually.

As per Job Bank, no formal education beyond Grade 10 or high school is required for entry-level packing jobs (NOC 95106), with 0-1 month of on-the-job training provided. No prior experience is necessary, though basic math and physical ability to lift 23 kg are essential. Over 70% of positions are entry-level accessible to newcomers.