𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 / 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀 If you love working from home and setting your own hours, freelancing might be perfect for you. In Canada, you can work as a freelance writer, web designer, copywriter, graphic designer, or translator. You can choose to work virtually or online, making it easy to fit around your studies. Pay varies, but you can often earn up to $25 per hour, depending on the client and the quality of your work.
𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗿/𝗕𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 Interested in working nights and weekends? Being a server or bartender could be a great option. These jobs usually fit well with a student schedule. While the base pay is about $11 per hour (before tips), you can make extra cash from generous customers. Your total earnings will depend on where you work and how well you do.
𝗥𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 If you enjoy driving and want to explore Canada while making some extra money, consider becoming an Uber or Lyft driver. It’s a flexible job where you control your own hours. You’ll need a driver’s license (and to be at least 21), a car, and a phone. On average, you can make between $14 and $25 per hour, depending on how often you drive.
𝗧𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗿 Got a knack for teaching and expertise in certain subjects? Tutoring could be a great part-time gig. You can choose the subjects you want to teach and set your own rates. Whether you’re helping elementary kids or college students, you can earn between $15 and $20 per hour, depending on the subject and number of students.
𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 If you’re interested in education and enjoy helping others, working as a teacher’s assistant could be a good fit. You’ll assist with tutoring, lesson planning, and grading. The job usually requires minimal experience—some places prefer a bit of experience, while others just need strong organizational and communication skills.