Work Opportunities

6-MONTH RESIDENTIAL PAID POSITION

Seeking serious applicants preferably for a 6-month residential paid position assisting us with regular farm activities. In addition to operating our small farm, we manage a private food distribution service (hub) that works with other small local farms to deliver high quality products to a growing membership in Toronto and the GTA. The position would relieve us of some of the daily chores in order to free-up time for further business and infrastructure development, as well as a bit of family leisure here and again!

Responsibilities to include but not limited to:

  • Daily care of naturally raised, organically fed animals (cows, chickens) including stall cleaning, bedding, and feed
  • Regular equipment and facility cleaning
  • Assisting with property maintenance and infrastructure development
  • Seeding, transplanting, pest /weed control and harvesting organic, biodynamic inspired seasonal garden
  • Operating various farm equipment and tools
  • Landscaping and property maintenance

While experience is a welcome asset, we are seeking individuals with serious interest in small scale farming and who demonstrate some awareness of the rigours of the lifestyle, as well as the solitude that often accompanies country life. We seek an individual who :

  • Is honest, hard-working and reliable
  • Possesses excellent communication skills
  • Is able to follow direction well and who work efficiently and independently
  • Is physically fit and comfortable with outdoor work and changing, at times challenging weather conditions – able to lift 50lbs
  • Valid driver’s licence an asset

Successful candidate will work approximately 35 hours a week, with some flexibility regarding work times and days required. Lodgings provided in a lovely trailer. Amenities include cooking area, fridge, living space. No running water, attached outhouse. Showers and laundry can be taken in the house.

We are seeking someone to start in April 2018, preferably available to work for 6 months, and offer tiered compensation totaling $1200/month (first month $400, second month $800, third month and beyond $1200, with a $1200 bonus upon successful completion of 6-month contract). Non-Canadian residents welcome to apply but must demonstrate proof of health insurance for entire period of stay. We are unable to offer sponsorship. Open to consider couples, though compensation will remain as above.

Please email us with your resume, contact info, and why you would make a good fit for the position.

miro@movingmeadows.com

gyandevi@movingmeadows.com

SHORT TERM WORK-STAY POSITIONS

Work-stay positions available for those seeking to explore the farming lifestyle experience. Work-stay participants will engage in the following tasks:

  • Seeding, transplanting, pest /weed control and harvesting large organic, biodynamic-inspired seasonal garden
  • Assist with care of naturally raised, organically fed animals – cows, hens
  • Operating various farm equipment and tools
  • Landscaping and tree transplanting
  • Maintaining farm infrastructure
  • Participating and enjoying in events and gatherings on and off the farm

Experience is an asset, but we welcome first-timers who are eager to learn. We are seeking folks who are:

  • Honest and hard working
  • Possess excellent communication skills
  • Able to follow direction well and work well independently
  • Flexible in their work according the needs of the day, weather changes, etc.
  • Willing to prepare a minimum of 2 simple meals a week for the household
  • Valid driver’s licence an asset

Work-stay positions available from April to October. Opportunities available for SHORT TERM stay, minimum 2 weeks. Work is 5 days a week, approximately 6 hours a day. Room and board (wi-fi available) and meals included, as well as a $200 monthly stipend for those staying 4 weeks or more. Accommodation options include camping, shared trailor, or possibly shared room in the farm house. Vegetarian diets can be accommodated, though dietary flexibility is required.

We look forward to hearing from you. Please email your resume, contact info and why you’re interested in working with us.

miro@movingmeadows.com

gyandevi@movingmeadows.com

Fall 2017 BLITZ!

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Our amazing 2014 crew !! Lane, Molly, Talia and Jessica!