Discover legitimate remote work opportunities, learn in-demand skills, and start your online business with government-approved resources.
Work for global companies from Canada with platforms like Upwork and LinkedIn. Government programs help you develop required skills through canada.ca resources.
Create income streams through Shopify stores, print-on-demand services, or affiliate marketing. CRA provides clear tax guidelines for secondary incomes.
Access free training through Service Canada programs. ISED Canada offers digital skills initiatives for new immigrants and permanent residents.
Median salary: $85,000/year. Required skills: HTML/CSS, JavaScript frameworks, responsive design. Available on Job Bank and Upwork.
Median salary: $92,000/year. Required skills: Figma, user research, prototyping. Growing demand in Canadian tech startups.
If your annual freelance income exceeds $30,000 CAD, you must register for a GST/HST account with CRA. Consult the CRA Business Registration Guide for details.
Report all freelance income on your T1 General tax return. Use Form T2125 for business expenses. Keep detailed records of all transactions.
Yes, but your work must comply with permit conditions. Remote work for foreign employers doesn't require LMIA if you're physically in Canada.
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