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Delivery Jobs in Canada: Where to Find Them and How to Apply

Where to find parcel, courier, delivery station and food delivery jobs in Canada, how employee and app-based delivery work differ, and how to apply safely.

Written by BabbleSports Editorial Team · 5 min read

Delivery jobs in Canada include parcel and courier driving, delivery station and sortation work, postal delivery and app-based food or package delivery. Many need only a regular driver's licence, and some need no driving at all, so the cards below show where each kind is posted and how to tell an employee job from self-employed app work.

Apply Directly to Canada Post, Amazon and Big Retailers

The biggest delivery employers post their jobs on their own career sites. Canada Post lists mail processing and delivery roles, and Amazon's Canadian hiring site lists delivery station and sortation centre associate jobs.

  • Search by postal code to see nearby depots and stations
  • Read the shift and schedule pages before applying
  • Create a candidate account for job alerts where offered
  • Check whether app-based work like Amazon Flex is self-employed

See employer sites

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Search Job Bank for Courier and Delivery Driver Jobs

Job Bank collects delivery jobs from employers across Canada. Its Work location filter includes an on-the-road option, and you can filter by full or part time and by permanent, seasonal or casual work.

  • Search "delivery driver", "courier" and "van driver"
  • Filter for seasonal or casual work around busy periods
  • Filter for verified jobs and exclude placement agencies
  • Set free daily Job Alerts for your city

See Job Bank tips

Use Indeed to Find Local Routes and Set Shifts

Local couriers, pharmacies, restaurants and furniture stores often post delivery jobs on Indeed. Search operators let you separate employee jobs from contractor ads and find the shifts that suit you.

  • Search title:"delivery driver" to match job titles only
  • Add "own vehicle" or "company vehicle" to fit your situation
  • Use the job type filter for full-time or part-time work
  • Save the search as a daily email alert

See how to search

Compare Delivery Postings Across Sites on Talent.com

Talent.com pulls together delivery postings from employer sites, agencies and job boards. Its distance filter keeps results close to home, which matters when routes start early in the morning.

  • Set a short distance radius around your home
  • Filter by date posted to apply while ads are fresh
  • Use the salary converter to compare hourly and yearly figures
  • Confirm each job on the original employer's site

See how it works

Get Free Help Choosing the Right Delivery Work

Provincial employment services such as Employment Ontario and WorkBC Centres offer free one-on-one help with your job search, and can point you to training if you want to drive larger vehicles later.

  • Free help with résumés and interview practice
  • Information on training and how it may be funded
  • Information about local employers and job boards
  • Support if you are new to working in Canada

Find local help

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Find Employer-Posted Courier Jobs with Eluta

Eluta.ca finds jobs that employers publish on their own career pages, including courier companies, distributors, pharmacies and municipalities. You apply directly with the employer.

  • Search "delivery" or "courier" plus your town
  • Use Advanced Search to filter by industry
  • Apply on the employer's own website
  • Get new matches by email alert

Read the guide

Move Up to Commercial Driver Jobs

Once you have delivery experience, a commercial licence opens up straight truck and tractor-trailer work. Licence classes differ by province, such as Class D or A in Ontario and Class 3 or 1 in BC and Alberta.

  • Ontario requires training before the Class A road test
  • BC requires Class 1 MELT before the road test
  • Never pay a fee to apply for any driving job
  • Compare local and long-haul driver roles

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Frequently asked questions

What licence do I need for delivery jobs?

Many van, car and parcel delivery jobs need only a regular driver's licence (such as Class G in Ontario or Class 5 in BC and Alberta) and a good driving record. Larger trucks need a commercial licence.

Are app-based delivery drivers employees?

Not always. Many delivery apps treat drivers as self-employed, which affects taxes and benefits. The Canada Revenue Agency guide RC4110 explains the difference.

Are there delivery jobs that do not involve driving?

Yes. Delivery stations and sortation centres hire associates to sort and load parcels, and Canada Post hires for mail processing as well as delivery.

Do I have to pay to start a delivery job?

Never pay a fee to apply or to be hired. Be cautious of any offer that asks you to buy a starter kit, pay for a vehicle wrap or send a deposit before you begin.

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