Agriculture Labour Survey

Please take a few minutes to answer the following questions regarding the hiring and training of farm/ranch workers. Your feedback will help us determine how we might be able to connect you and assist you with your hiring and training needs. We appreciate your time.

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* 1. Do you have challenges in finding workers for your agribusiness?

Yes

If yes, please let us know why you find this a challenge.

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* 2. How do you typically employ workers for your farm/ranch?

Seasonally

Permanent Full Time

Permanent Part Time

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* 3. If you hire on a seasonal basis, typically, how long is the employment period?

On Call

1 month

6 weeks

2 months

3 months

4 months

5 months

6 months

7 months

8 months

9 months

10 months

Other (please specify)

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* 4. If you hire on a permanent part-time or full-time basis, typically, how many hours per week is the employment?

Less than 20 hrs

20 hrs

25 hrs

30 hrs

35 hrs

40 hrs

More than 40 hrs

Other (please specify)

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* 5. How long would you say it takes you to train a brand-new farm/ranch worker?

Less than 1 month

1-3 months

3-6 months

6 months - 1 year

1-2 years

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* 6. What training/certifications do you require for your workers?

First Aid

WHMIS

Class 1A

Fall Protection

Green Certificate

Other (please specify)

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* 7. What training do you currently provide to any new employees?

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* 8. How long do farm/ranch workers stay employed with you once hired?

Less than 6 months

More than 6 months, but less than 1 year

More than 1 year, but less than 2 years

More than 2 years, but less than 5 years

5+ years

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* 9. Are there any other labour challenges or questions you have that you would like us to be aware of?

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* 10. Please provide your name and contact information below if you would like us to connect you with our human resource agencies and education institutions so they can connect with you to assist you in filling your labour needs.

Name

Company

Address

City/Town

Province

Postal Code

Email Address

Phone Number