Applying for a job at Canada Post
Get answers to your frequently asked questions about our online job application process. Learn how to search for jobs, apply online, create a profile and get technical support.
Job search
You can search for jobs by entering the title of the job or a location in the keyword field.
Once you’re on the jobs page, you can sort the jobs by column. To see the most recent postings first, click on the posting date column.
Subscribe to career alerts. When an opening matches your criteria, you will be notified by email with a link to view the opportunity. You can unsubscribe from career alerts at any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of the registration page.
Applying for a job
Yes, you must have a candidate profile in order to apply for a job. Once you have created and saved your profile, your account password will be emailed to you. Use this password to access your profile and apply for jobs.
Log in to your career profile account and browse current opportunities. You can search for specific opportunities by keyword, location or job title. To view details of individual job openings, click on the job title or the job ID to get the full posting. When you’re ready to submit an application, select “Apply now,” complete the skills criteria section and answer the screening questions specific to that job. You will be contacted for an interview if your skills and experience match the criteria.
Only resumés received through our online application system will be considered. Due to high application volumes, only candidates selected for interviews are contacted.
No, the information in your profile is automatically linked to your application every time you apply for a job. You can update your profile at any time.
Please allow time for recruiters to review your application. Our team assesses the applications received and contacts applicants chosen for an interview. If you’re not contacted for a specific job for which you applied, the resumé you submitted with your application is kept for future consideration.
Your profile
No, you don’t need to be applying for a job before creating a profile. The information in your profile will be saved in the system and is available to our recruiters who perform searches on the database. Keeping your profile up to date ensures your skills are accurately matched to new job opportunities.
Upload your resumé and other documents when you create a new profile. You can re-upload your resumé and other documents through your profile.
If you created a profile but haven’t gotten your password, try the following:
- Verify that your email address was entered correctly in your profile
- Check your junk mail folder for the email containing your password.
If those options don’t work, contact us by email.
Click on “Forgot your password?” on the sign in page, and an email containing the reset password link will be sent to the email address you provided.
Other possible solutions:
- Enable your cookies;
- Delete your cookies;
- Update your browser to the latest version.
Contact us
Get in touch with our support team for more information on jobs, the application process and to get assistance with the online application portal.
For help with your job applications, contact us by email.