Which jobs in Canada are open for freelancers?

Freelance jobs are in high demand owing to its flexibility and cost-effectiveness. Presently, there are around 648,000 freelance job positions in Canada. Freelancers are usually paid on a per-task basis. Wages for freelancers in Canada depend on the industry or the Canadian province you are working in. The average hourly salary offered to freelancers in Canada ranges from CAD 15.83 to CAD 40. The sectors that have the highest demand for freelancers in Canada include advertising, IT consultancy, transcription and translation, design, and illustration.

 

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Highest-paying freelance jobs in Canada

The table below has the list of the paying freelance jobs in Canada:

Job roles	Average Annual Salary (in CAD)
Tutor	$48,862
Editor	$53,988
Social Media Strategist	$56,101
Copywriter	$53,822
Web Designer	$56,171
Marketing analyst	$55,969
Content Writer	$55,741
Accountant	$58,735
Graphic Designer	$50,129
Public Relations Manager	$63,546
Videographer	$50,484
Virtual Assistant	$46,634
Computer Programmer	$72,923
Business Consultant	$69,558
Technical Writer	$63,299
Translator	$64,090
Human Resource Advisor	$72,237

 

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What visa do freelancers need in Canada?

Freelancers can migrate to Canada via the Self-Employed Persons Program. You would be eligible to apply for the Self-Employed Persons Program if you:

 

• Have relevant work experience in your field
• Meet the language proficiency levels
• Have the required level of education
• Meet medical and security conditions

 

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How to apply for the Canada Self-Employed Persons Program?

The steps to apply for the self-employed persons program are listed below:

 

Step 1: Fill out the IMM 0008 form

Step 2: Gather and arrange the documents according to the checklist

Step 3: Submit your biometrics

Step 4: Complete the fee payment

Step 5: Submit the visa application form

Step 6: Fly to Canada upon approval

 

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