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Top Side Hustles in Canada

Find flexible income opportunities across all provinces — from delivery gigs to remote freelance work.

Also known as:side hustlegig workpart-time workcasual employmentcontract workflexible job

Minimum Wage

CAD $15.00–17.40/hour (varies by province)

Avg Gig Earnings

CAD $16–30/hour

Avg Part-Time Income

CAD $500–1,000/week

Opportunities

697+

Top Platforms in Canada

Curated by trust score, popularity, and earnings potential — verified for Canada.

Software Testing & CybersecurityActive
90/100·High trust
A
Applause logo

Applause

The enterprise parent of uTest — Applause connects skilled QA testers with Fortune 500 companies for real-world testing projects. Higher-paying projects for experienced testers.

$50-200+/projectEst.
5-10 hours/week
Intermediate
Global
Safe
Computer
Setup cost: Assets required
Healthcare Gig WorkActive
86/100·High trust
A
Bayshore Healthcare Staffing logo

Bayshore Healthcare Staffing

Bayshore HealthCare staffing — Canada's largest home care provider hiring nurses, PSWs, and therapists for flexible home and facility assignments.

CAD $22-48/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
1 region
Safe
Platform
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Hospitality & Event StaffingActive
Editorially listed
7shifts logo

7shifts

Restaurant scheduling and team management platform with shift marketplace. Pick up open shifts at participating restaurants.

$12-22/hour
Flexible
Beginner
2 regions
Unrated
App
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Hospitality & Event StaffingActive
90/100·High trust
7shifts logo

7shifts

Restaurant scheduling and team management platform with shift marketplace. Pick up open shifts at participating restaurants.

$12-22/hourEst.
Flexible
Beginner
2 regions
Unrated
App
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
User Testing & UX ResearchActive
85/100·High trust
A
Userlytics logo

Userlytics

Earn money by testing websites, apps, prototypes, and ads. Record your screen and voice as you complete tasks and share feedback. Payments via PayPal every 15 days.

$5-90/testEst.
Less than 5 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Safe
Computer
Setup cost: Assets required
Beginner Friendly
Healthcare Gig WorkActive
80/100·High trust
A
Closing the Gap Healthcare logo

Closing the Gap Healthcare

Closing the Gap Healthcare — Canadian home and community health provider hiring nurses, rehab professionals, and personal support workers.

CAD $22-45/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
1 region
Safe
Platform
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Healthcare Gig WorkActive
80/100·High trust
A
Carecor logo

Carecor

Carecor Health Services — Canadian healthcare staffing agency providing nursing, PSW, and allied health shifts at hospitals and long-term care.

CAD $25-50/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
1 region
Safe
Platform
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Mystery Shopping & AuditsActive
78/100·Moderate trust
B+
Mosaic North America logo

Mosaic North America

Mosaic — North American retail marketing agency hiring brand ambassadors, merchandisers, and demo staff at retail locations.

CAD $16-25/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
2 regions
Unrated
Car
Setup cost: Assets required
Beginner Friendly

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Micro-Earning AppsPassive
95/100·High trust
A
Swagbucks logo

Swagbucks

Swagbucks is a mature GPT (Get-Paid-To) platform that serves as an intermediary between consumers and market research firms. It is designed for individuals seeking to monetize their spare time through low-effort digital tasks rather than those seeking a primary income source. Users earn SB points by sharing demographic data through surveys, testing new mobile applications, or performing web searches. One of its most consistent features is the cash-back program, which rewards users for making purchases at partner retailers. While the platform is accessible to beginners with no specialized skills, earnings are generally modest, often averaging between $50 and $200 per month depending on activity levels and demographic eligibility for high-paying surveys. The commitment is flexible, allowing users to participate sporadically or daily. To participate, users must reside in supported countries, meet the minimum age requirement of 13, and have a valid email address. While some tasks are passive, such as shopping or watching content, the highest-earning potential usually requires active engagement with surveys and offers.

$50-200/month
Less than 5 hours/week
Beginner
4 regions
Safe
Computer
Setup cost: Assets required
Beginner Friendly
AI & Digital WorkExperience Builder
95/100·High trust
A
AI Data Labeling logo

AI Data Labeling

Label and annotate data for AI training models on Scale AI. Help build the future of AI.

$12-25/hour
Flexible
Beginner
Global
Safe
Computer
Setup cost: Assets required
Beginner Friendly
Vehicle-Based IncomeActive
95/100·High trust
A
Uber Driver logo

Uber Driver

Uber is a vehicle-based gig economy platform that allows individuals to operate as independent contractors providing on-demand transportation services. The platform is best suited for individuals who own a reliable vehicle and seek a flexible income stream without fixed shifts. Drivers earn revenue through a combination of base fares, distance and time rates, surge pricing during high-demand periods, and passenger tips. While the gross earnings typically range from $15 to $30 per hour, drivers are responsible for their own operating expenses, including fuel, maintenance, insurance, and vehicle depreciation. Commitment levels are entirely voluntary, ranging from occasional part-time driving to full-time hours. Key requirements include meeting a minimum age threshold, holding a valid driver's license, passing a background check, and possessing a four-door vehicle that meets local age and safety standards. Success on the platform requires basic navigation skills, consistent professionalism, and the ability to manage self-employment taxes and expenses.

$15-30/hour
Flexible
Beginner
4 regions
Safe
Car
Setup cost: Assets required
Beginner Friendly
Vehicle-Based IncomeActive
95/100·High trust
A
DoorDash Delivery logo

DoorDash Delivery

DoorDash is a prominent vehicle-based gig economy platform operating primarily in the United States, Canada, and Australia. It functions as a three-sided marketplace connecting merchants, consumers, and independent delivery contractors known as Dashers. The platform suits individuals seeking a low-barrier entry to supplemental income with high temporal flexibility. Users earn by accepting delivery requests via a mobile application, navigating to the merchant, and transporting items to the specified destination. There are no minimum hourly requirements, allowing contractors to log on and off at their discretion, though earnings are highly dependent on geographic location, time of day, and order volume. While the base pay is determined by the distance and complexity of the task, a significant portion of total earnings often stems from customer gratuities. Requirements include a reliable mode of transportation—such as a car, scooter, or bicycle in select markets—a valid driver's license, and a clean background check. This role is best categorized as high-autonomy, entry-level manual labor that requires basic navigation skills and customer service orientation.

$12-25/hour
Flexible
Beginner
3 regions
Safe
Car, Bicycle
Setup cost: Assets required
Beginner Friendly
AI & Digital WorkExperience Builder
72/100·Moderate trust
AI Data Labeling logo

AI Data Labeling

Label images, text, and audio for AI companies training machine learning models. Tasks include drawing bounding boxes, tagging objects, and rating AI outputs. Flexible hours, no experience needed — just a laptop and attention to detail. Pay varies by platform and task complexity.

$12-25/hourEst.
Flexible
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Computer
Setup cost: Assets required
Beginner Friendly
Modeling & Commercial TalentActive
Editorially listed
Base Models logo

Base Models

One of the UK's top commercial modeling agencies representing real people for TV ads, catalogues, and lifestyle campaigns. No experience needed — they cast all ages and looks.

$100-500/day
Flexible
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Agency
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Specialized ResaleActive
Editorially listed
Brides do Good logo

Brides do Good

Managed selling platform for designer wedding gowns. They handle photography, listing, and sales. A portion goes to charity — good resale with social impact.

$100-3000/sale
Less than 5 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Wedding Dress
Setup cost: Assets required
Beginner Friendly
Gig WorkActive
98/100·High trust
Amazon Mechanical Turk logo

Amazon Mechanical Turk

Amazon Mechanical Turk (MTurk) is one of the oldest micro-task platforms in the gig economy, operated by Amazon. It functions as an intermediary between 'Requesters' (researchers or companies) and 'Workers.' The platform is designed for repetitive, low-complexity tasks known as HITs, which typically take anywhere from a few seconds to several minutes to complete. It is best suited for individuals seeking a highly flexible, low-barrier entry to online work without the need for specialized professional degrees. Users earn by selecting tasks from a live dashboard; however, pay per task is often low, and total earnings depend heavily on speed and the availability of high-quality batches. There is no set commitment, allowing workers to log in and out at will. Key requirements include a verified Amazon account and, for those in certain regions, a bank account or Amazon gift card balance for disbursements. While global, task availability is significantly higher for workers based in the United States.

$50-200/monthEst.
Flexible
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Computer
Setup cost: Assets required
Beginner Friendly

Tips for Gig Workers in Canada

Essential advice to help you earn smarter and stay compliant.

Report All Gig Income

All self-employment income must be reported on your T1 tax return, even if you don't receive a T4 slip.

Seasonal Work Opportunities

Canada's seasonal economy offers premium-pay positions at ski resorts, national parks, and summer tourism destinations.

GST/HST Registration

If your annual revenue exceeds $30,000, you must register for GST/HST collection.

Provincial Differences

Employment standards vary by province — check minimum wage, overtime rules, and gig worker classifications in your area.

Popular Gig Sectors in Canada

Delivery & CourierHealthcare ShiftsFreelancingRetail MerchandisingRemote Work

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