Bold truth: December is a prime time to pivot your career, and Vancouver is dripping with opportunities you don’t want to miss. If 2025 included a plan to switch paths or pick up a fresh gig, this guide highlights ten employers currently recruiting in Vancouver, with hundreds of roles up for grabs this month. Update your resume, polish your cover letter, and explore these workplaces that offer compelling perks and meaningful work.
Ski resorts
Mount Seymour
If you want to work in a snowy paradise, consider roles at Cypress Mountain, Mount Seymour, and Grouse Mountain. These resorts are hiring for the 2025-2026 winter season, offering strong perks and a broad range of positions. Open roles span food and beverage, mountain maintenance, electricians, and mechanics, catering to both outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a new career direction. Positions vary from full-time to part-time, with pay rates reaching $40+ per hour or a competitive yearly salary depending on the role.
The Brick
The Brick, a Canadian home furnishings retailer, is currently hiring for a variety of in-store and customer support roles across Metro Vancouver. Employee benefits include flexible health and dental coverage, life and disability plans, a compassionate sick leave policy, and wellness programs. There are also employee discounts at The Brick and partner retailers, plus opportunities for ongoing learning through online courses, training programs, and tuition reimbursement.
SPCA
For animal lovers, the B.C. SPCA is expanding its Vancouver team this December, with roles that suit a range of interests—from frontline roles to desk-based positions. Open postings include receptionist, animal care attendant, and animal protection officer, among others. The SPCA is also staffing roles across Metro Vancouver, so a complete list of openings can be found on its website.
Value Village
Value Village is actively hiring in Vancouver for 18 roles this month, including retail store associates, retail supervisors, and warehouse associates. Perks include extended health benefits, group RRSP, paid time off, and mental health resources.
YMCA
The YMCA presents a broad lineup of wellness programming across ages and activities. If an active lifestyle and working with people appeals to you, explore the dozens of Vancouver vacancies—from early childhood educators to after-school care staff and health and fitness professionals.
AgeCare
AgeCare operates retirement and nursing homes across multiple provinces and is recruiting 19 Vancouver positions this December. Roles range from health care aides to registered nurses and licensed practical nurses. Benefits include group coverage, and the company notes high job satisfaction among employees.
lululemon
The globally recognized athletic apparel brand lululemon is hiring for more than 120 Vancouver roles, spanning visual merchandising, copy direction, data analysis, and other functions. The company emphasizes work-life balance and offers extended health plans, paid time off, employee discounts, and fitness-related benefits.
Government of Canada
Canada’s public service remains the country’s largest employer, with more than 200,000 staff. In Vancouver this December, the Government of Canada is recruiting for over 70 positions, including administrative assistants, underwriters, technical specialists, and more.
Canadian Tire
Canadian Tire is actively filling over 20 roles across Metro Vancouver, including automotive technicians and customer service positions, across retail stores and automotive service centers. The company highlights competitive compensation, benefits, potential profit sharing, extensive training, and clear career pathways within Canada’s retail network.
United Way British Columbia
Confirmed as a strong employer, United Way BC is hiring in Burnaby for roles such as finance manager and director of philanthropy. The organization is known for its iVolunteer program, which provides four paid volunteer days and encourages time donations to charitable initiatives.
Notes
- December’s job market in Vancouver features a mix of seasonal, retail, nonprofit, and public-sector roles with flexible or full-time options.
- Benefits and perks vary by employer but commonly include health plans, training opportunities, and career development support.
- To maximize your chances, tailor your resume to the role, craft a compelling cover letter, and prepare for both in-person and virtual interviews.
Are you considering any of these employers, or do you have a dream role you’d pursue this December? Share your thoughts and questions in the comments to start the conversation.
