Canada Post is hiring Letter Carriers, also known as Delivery Agents, in cities across Canada. The lead opening is in Victoria, British Columbia, where the temporary on-call role pays $25.37 an hour and applications close on 18 December 2026.
The same role is also open in Kamloops, British Columbia, with 10 vacancies closing on 20 November 2026, and in Thunder Bay, Ontario. A permanent full-time Letter Carrier post is open in Kirkland Lake, Ontario, for one vacancy. All of the roles pay the same posted rate of $25.37 an hour.
Letter carriers sort the day’s mail at the depot, load a postal vehicle, and then spend most of the day outside delivering mail and parcels on foot and by vehicle. Canada Post says delivery agents start on a temporary, on-call basis and have the opportunity to grow into a permanent position.
Available Job Vacancies:
Canada Post is hiring for the following Letter Carrier and Delivery Agent roles. Check the official posting for each city before you apply, as closing dates differ.
- Letter Carrier – Delivery Agent – Victoria, BC – temporary, on-call, $25.37 per hour. Job requisition 205192. Applications close on 18 December 2026.
- Letter Carrier – Delivery Agent – Kamloops, BC – temporary, 10 vacancies, $25.37 per hour. Job requisition 203615. Applications close on 20 November 2026.
- Letter Carrier – Delivery Agent (Permanent) – Kirkland Lake, ON – full-time, permanent, 1 vacancy, $25.37 per hour. Job requisition 204714.
- Letter Carrier – Delivery Agent – Thunder Bay, ON – temporary, on-call, $25.37 per hour.
Job Requirements:
- A valid Class 5 or Class G driver’s licence with a safe driving record for at least 3 years. A driver’s abstract is required.
- The physical ability to lift mail items weighing up to 22.7 kg (50 lb) and to carry items weighing up to 15.9 kg (35 lb) regularly throughout the day.
- The ability to work in all types of weather, as most of the day is spent outside on the delivery route.
- Availability to be on-call, as temporary delivery agents are called in when they are needed.
- The ability to read, write and speak English and/or French.
- Experience in customer service and experience making deliveries or working as a driver are helpful, but not required.
Salary and Benefits:
Letter Carriers earn $25.37 an hour in the postings listed here, including Victoria, Kamloops and Kirkland Lake. The rate is the same across these locations, so check the posting for your own city to confirm it before you apply.
Canada Post provides extensive classroom and on-the-job training about your duties and safety on the job, so no previous postal experience is needed. The company says it likes to promote from within, and delivery agents who start on a temporary, on-call basis have the opportunity to obtain a permanent position and try out new jobs in different areas of the company.
How To Apply:
Applying is fully online. Visit the official Canada Post careers website at jobs.canadapost.ca, search for Letter Carrier roles in the city you want, and apply using the job requisition number — 205192 for Victoria, 203615 for Kamloops and 204714 for Kirkland Lake. Your application must clearly show how you meet the requirements, as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience.
The Victoria posting closes on 18 December 2026 and the Kamloops posting closes on 20 November 2026, so apply before the closing date for your city. Apply only through the official Canada Post careers website. Never pay anyone for a job or a visa, and never share bank details with anyone offering Canada Post jobs.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How much does Canada Post pay a Letter Carrier?
Letter Carriers earn $25.37 an hour in the postings listed here, including Victoria, Kamloops and Kirkland Lake. Check the posting for your own city to confirm the rate before you apply.
When do applications close for the Victoria Letter Carrier role?
Applications for the Victoria, BC Letter Carrier role (requisition 205192) close on 18 December 2026. The Kamloops posting closes earlier, on 20 November 2026.
Do I need experience to become a Canada Post Letter Carrier?
No. Experience in customer service or delivery work helps, but it is not required. Canada Post provides classroom and on-the-job training. You do need a valid Class 5 or Class G licence with a safe driving record of at least 3 years.
Can a temporary Letter Carrier job become permanent?
Yes. Canada Post says delivery agents start on a temporary, on-call basis and have the opportunity to obtain a permanent position, and the company likes to promote from within. A permanent full-time Letter Carrier post is also open now in Kirkland Lake, Ontario.
