with Gaia Organics Seeds
Full-Time | April 1 – June 10 

Summary of Gaia Organics Seeds

Gaia Organics Seeds is a small-scale organic seed company and seasonal nursery dedicated to organic growing practices, ecological stewardship, and community food resilience. We grow a diverse collection of vegetables, herbs, and flowers with a strong focus on biodiversity, soil health, and seed sovereignty. Spring is our most dynamic season — a time of seedling production, planting, and laying the foundation for the year’s crops.

Opportunity

We are seeking motivated, reliable & energetic farm hands to join our small but mighty team during the most vibrant stretch of the early days of the growing season.

This is a hands-on role at the heart of our seed and plant production, supporting organic growing practices and helping bring thousands of seedlings to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Seeding, transplanting, and caring for our seedlings
  
• Preparing beds and planting field crops
  
• Watering, weeding, mulching, and general crop maintenance
  
• Supporting light construction projects (trellising, bed prep, moving materials)
  
• Maintaining clean, organized, and efficient workspaces
  
• Occasional help with market or plant sale preparation

You might be a great fit if you:

• Enjoy early morning starts and working with the rhythm of the day
  
• Enjoy physical, outdoor work in all kinds of spring weather
  
• Are able to lift 40–50 lbs and stay active for full workdays
  
• Work well independently and as part of a small, collaborative team
  
• Have strong attention to detail, especially when working with seeds and seedlings
  
• Are punctual, dependable, and take pride in doing things thoroughly
  
• Have previous farm, garden, landscaping, or nursery experience (an asset, not required)
  
• Feel aligned with organic, ecological, and regenerative agriculture values

Assets:

• Previous experience in farming, market gardening, landscaping, or nursery work
  
• Familiarity with hand tools and basic farm infrastructure
  
• Experience working in greenhouses and/or  seed starting
  
• Interest in organic seed production or small-scale regenerative agriculture

Requirements:

• Availability to work full-time from April 1 to June 10
  
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work
  
• Comfortable working in varying weather conditions
  
• Reliable transportation to and from the farm
  
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Overview

Type of Work: Full-time seasonal

Expected Hours: 30-40 per week  

Compensation: 18$/h

Weekdays, with some flexibility depending on weather and farm needs

Anticipated Length of Opportunity: April 1st  to June 10th

Apply by  March 1st. 

How to Apply

Please send us:

• A short introduction about yourself
  
• Your Resume with Any relevant experience (farm, garden, physical work, etc.)
  
• Your availability during the contract period

Email: manish@gaiaorganics.ca

Subject line: Gaia Organic Farm Hand Application 

We can’t wait to grow with you this spring 🌱