Organic Pig Farm
Organization: Upper Canada Heritage Meat
Website: http://www.uppercanadaheritagemeat.ca
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Upper Canada Heritage Farm is looking for a live-in couple to assist
in its organic pig operation. Located on 100 acres about 1 hour from
Canada’s capital city, Ottawa, our family raises a rare heritage breed
called the Large Black Pig. We have succeeded in helping to bring this
remarkable breed back from the brink of extinction by developing a
thriving market for their meat in the Nation’s Capital. We also sell
breeding pairs all over North America.
We need an outstanding couple (or person) to live and work on the
farm. These are very special animals and they MUST be cared for by a
couple that will be completely dedicated to their well-being. You must
be solid in your commitment to
each other and to the pigs. This is not
a job – this is a calling!
You would each spend on average 5-7 hours each day tending the herd.
Duties include feeding, watering, bedding, equipment maintenance,
electric fencing repairs and building maintenance.
Farming experience with animals, rough carpentry and familiarity with
tractors and other farm equipment are important assets. You love to
work outdoors and are calm and patient with animals – pigs can be very
hyper at feeding time so you must be able to deal with it.
We are looking for non-smokers with enthusiasm, honesty, flexibility,
a sense of humour, a good work ethic and a positive outlook. We are a
loving and generous household and expect the same qualities in the
couple (or person) we hire.
Depending on the time of year, you will live either in the house or in
a 26’ trailer. You have free access to our car and we pay the gas. We
have high speed internet. We provide your food – my husband is an
amazing cook!
We welcome you to create your own garden, chicken flock, or other
agricultural endeavour using our equipment and land.
All living expenses are covered and you receive an additional $200 per
week (as a person or couple).
This is a 6 month position beginning immediately (with option for
renewal). Couples from outside Canada are welcome to apply. LGBT
friendly.
(Respectfully, no children or pets.)
For more information about our farm, please take a look at our website
at http://www.upppercanadaheritagemeat.ca.
To apply for the position, contact Barbara at:
heritagemeat@sympatico.ca
