IEP's Work & Ski Canada Job Fair

We could rave on about how great your experience on Work & Ski Canada is going to be but we’d rather you hear it from some IEP members who have just been through it themselves and have had the time of their lives.

A BIG thanks to all of our Work & Ski Canada Job Fair participants who have taken the time to provide us with some feedback about their experiences in Canada. As you can see our participants had some awesome times and are buzzing with tales to tell about their dealings with IEP and about their Canadian adventures. Read on for some inspiration for your own Canadian escapade!

Panorama Mountain Village

“IEP members were given top priority in staff accommodation which was awesome as there were many staff that were put on the waiting list that didn’t go through IEP.”
Christel, Panorama Mountain Village

“First of all I'd like to thank all the people involved in your organisation for helping me (and countless others) get here to Canada (and I guess other places in the world) for such a great opportunity. I've just been having a ball over here so far. It's just been frickin’ incredible, and it would not have been possible without the help of you folks. All the staff were really helpful and the process went really smoothly.”
Adrian, Panorama Mountain Village

“Panorama is awesome. There is snow everywhere and everyone is telling us this is the best start to the season in 25 years. How good did I pick a season in Canada! Have been working and playing really hard …. having an awesome time"
Gordon, Panorama Mountain Village

"The best part about being in Panorama is that all the other mountains like Kicking Horse or Lake Louise are so accessible. You only have to sit through a 2 hour bus ride and you have a whole new experience waiting for you"
Whitney, Panorama Mountain Village

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort

“I think it's a great program, and a really valuable service that you provide. Thanks for getting me to the best ski season in 50 years!”
Lara, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort

“Canada has such definitive seasons and it’s just amazing to see the world turn. The ski hill will be closed as of 8 April so the closing parties have now started! The staff get a day on the hill by themselves with no general public so that will be one awesome day. I’ve got some exciting travel plans - but boy this place has made a big dent in my memories. I hope to come back in summer and then come back one day to snowboard the awesome powder!"
Jess, Kicking Horse Mountain resort

“We are having an awesome time over here and have absolutely fallen in love with the place, but how can you not. Spending our time snowboarding and rockclimbing - I couldn’t think of anything better.”
Libby, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort

“Golden is absolutely spectacular, the views are simply breathtaking everywhere you look. The locals are great, I’ve been here 3 weeks and I’m already mixing with a great bunch of people.”
Hannah, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort

Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort

“Working for Fairmont means you get awesome discounts at the other hotels… We did a road trip around part of the Canadian Rockies to ski and have fun. The scenery was great, we went to Lake Louise where we stayed for 2 nights at the Fairmont. When we checked in they upgraded us to lake-view rooms on the 6th floor. The scenery of Lake Louise was amazing and the view from our room was incredible. We had the perfect view of the lake which was still frozen over and the mountains surrounding the lake. In Banff we stayed at the Fairmont too, which was incredible."
Karina, Fairmont Whistler Resort

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

“Typically if I am working an afternoon shift (start at 2.45pm) I would get up early and head to the ski hill at around 9am or so and board until about 12.30pm. Then head back get ready for work. It’s an awesome way to start your day… The job fair made everything easy and very informative; also you knew on the day that you had a job, which helped with planning. I have found IEP a great company to work with. During the planning stage of my trip I was often on the phone with questions and they were always happy to help. I would definitely recommend them to anyone thinking of travelling and working who doesn’t have much time to plan (which was my case, working full time trying to save as much as possible).”
Trevor, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

The Banff Centre

“Just wanted to say thanks very much for giving me the opportunity to work and travel overseas. It has been a fantastic experience to work and play in Banff and its surrounding ski resorts. In my time here in Canada, I have taken a road trip to Kicking Horse Resort then onto Fernie, Vancouver, Vancouver Island and Whistler all within my time here. I've also met plenty of friends who I'm sure will have a place in my heart for life. So once again thanks and maybe I’ll need your support again soon in the future.”
Anthony, The Banff Centre

Sunshine Village

“Through IEP I landed one of the most rewarding jobs, at Sunshine Village Ski and Snowboard Resort as a Human Resources Coordinator! Daily, I interact with the staff who have come to Sunshine from all over the world, as well as take in the magic scenery of the Rockies! Even though I am working, every day feels like a holiday! Snowboarding in fresh powder, snow shoeing, riding in a CAT are just a couple of the awesome things I get to do at work!! It’s been a life changing experience and from day one, IEP has been great to deal with!”
Kerry Rutter, HR Coordinator

“Sunshine Village Ski and Snowboard Resort is my home away from home. Life at 7082ft is Awesome! I get to live, breathe and ride the Canadian Rockies daily with Tobogganing, Bonfire Nights, Wednesday Night Parties at Trappers Pub and first pick of the fresh runs being a few of the perks to living on hill. As a Front Desk attendant in the Sunshine Mountain Lodge I get to experience exactly what Canadian hospitality has to offer and embrace our guest’s enthusiasm for the only ski in ski out resort in Banff National Park. I’ve met friends from all over the world and made memories I’ll cherish for the rest of my life. I could not have done this without IEP, knowing I had a job and accommodation organized before I left Australia made it so much easier to let my hair down and embrace the adventure. All I can say is life at Sunshine Village has definitely been one of the highest points in my life….I’d recommend it whole heartedly to anyone wanting to work, rest and play the Canadian way.”
Tiia Penny, Front Desk Agent

"Our time here in Canada has been AMAZING! A big cheers to IEP who sorted us out with getting jobs before we arrived. As gondola operators we have had a unique job experience doing something that can only be done in a few places round the world. This has seriously been the best way to experience the Canadian snow, nothing beats working and playing right on the mountain. People here are awesome and there is always something fun happening. Can’t wait to go riding tomorrow, we just had 46cm of snow woot! We love Sunshine!"
Giselle Owens and Lizzie Dowling, Gondola Operators

IEP Job Fair days:

“IEP staff members were constantly making sure everyone was on time and we were happy with our job offers.”
Renee, Canada Olympic Park

“Having the opportunity to secure both a job and accommodation before jet-setting overseas was great. It takes a lot of stress out of the whole process. Instead of worrying about securing a job and where I was going to sleep, I could put all my concentration into passport and visa organisation etc and enjoying time with friends and family.”
Talia, Whistler Blackcomb.

“My partner and I have had a fabulous experience with our winter season in Canada, and having a job lined up before we left Australia made things so much easier - thank you IEP for all of your help and advice!”
Eve, The Banff Centre.

“The IEP team helped my fiancée and I greatly and we were able to get involved in the program even though we were about a month late. Very appreciative of the assistance.”
Alistair, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

"Thank you for such a wonderful opportunity. From day 1 when I rang to get more info the lady was so positive and helpful. The day ran smoothly, although I did have to travel interstate for the interviews as Adelaide was not a destination chosen to host them. But a huge success in Melbourne....I did have an amazing time. Every step of my working holiday was a blast. Thank you for all you did and helped with. It is a wonderful thing you offer youths."
Jessica, Canada Olympic Park

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