Australian Summer 2025/2026

Jul. 30, 2025 Posted in Australia

Are you a Canadian citizen aged 18–35 and dreading another long, cold winter? Picture this: it’s Winter 2025/2026 and you’re soaking up the sun on Bondi Beach, living your best life and making unforgettable memories. Sound like a plan? Let’s make it happen with a Working Holiday in Australia!

Start Dates

Year-round

Duration

From 4 Night

Cost

From C$1,099

Trade Your Toque for a Tan

Australia’s vibrant summer runs from December to February, making it the perfect escape from the Canadian chill. We know that planning a move all the way from Canada to Australia can feel overwhelming. That’s where our Discovery and Adventure Working Holiday Programs come in!

Designed specifically for Canadian youth, these programs provide the essential support you need for a smooth, successful start to your working holiday. We’ll tell you all about it in this post!

✨ To make it better – Beyond the Visa: Your Job is Sorted Down Under.

Don’t let another Canadian winter sneak up on you. Take the leap and transform your next year into an epic Australian adventure. You’ll gain independence, skills, and memories that will last a lifetime – all while enjoying endless summer!

When can you travel to Australia?**

We are currently accepting registrations for departures in 2025 & 2026!

The True Value of a Working Holiday

Why a Working Holiday in Australia Can Be One of the Best Investments You Make Before You Turn 36.  Working Holidays Aren’t Just a Gap Year – They’re a Growth Year!

Spending time abroad on a Working Holiday is one of the most powerful ways to grow both personally and professionally. You’ll gain real-world experience, build confidence, make friends from around the globe, and return to Canada with a global perspective that sets you apart whether you’re heading back to school, applying for jobs, or planning your next big move.

While some may call it a “gap year,” we see it differently. This is a launchpad year, a turbocharged phase of learning, growth, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Yes, it might feel uncomfortable at times, but that’s exactly where the magic happens.

Don’t wait for the “perfect time.” If you have the opportunity to go now, take it. A Working Holiday in Australia is more than a trip, it’s a transformational chapter of your life you’ll never forget.

This isn’t about leaving Canada behind; it’s about returning home with incredible stories, new skills, a stronger sense of self, and a global network of friends.

HOW TO GET STARTED

1. Book a Free Meeting with Jasmin using the link below to determine your eligibility for the Working Holiday visa, and so that you can ask any questions regarding your upcoming trip!

2. Fill out our Application form so that we can make sure we can definitely support you on this journey! Get a head start on the process, fill this out now so we have all your information to make sure we can make the most of our meeting with you!

3. Get accepted into our program and let’s get you ready for your trip of a lifetime!

Let’s plan your Working Holiday to Australia!

We’ve got your back: Discovery & Adventure Programs

With a Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417), you can live, work, and travel in Australia for up to 12 months, with the possibility of extending your stay. This means ample time to explore, and work in incredible locations.

Your seamless start in Sydney or Melbourne! Our Discovery and Adventure programs are designed to ensure your smooth arrival in iconic cities like Sydney or Melbourne. We’re here to make your Australian dream a reality, providing essential support right from day one. From airport pickup to job support, you’ll be welcomed by our local team and stay in a social, top-rated hostel with other working holiday makers.

✨What’s the difference between the programs then?✨

  • Discovery Program: Focused support to get you job-ready fast.
  • Adventure Program: Includes 7 nights and 8 days of exciting tours and activities with other travellers—perfect if you want to kickstart your Aussie adventure with new friends and unforgettable memories!

Guaranteed Support, Every Step of the Way: Through our local team in Australia, we’ve got your back! We specialize in helping Canadian youth work in Australia, ensuring a stress-free start:

  • Secure Your First Job: We help you land roles in popular sectors like hospitality and customer service roles in Australia as soon as you arrive. We connect you with employers who understand the Working Holiday Visa and are looking for enthusiastic Canadians.
  • Settle In Made Easy: From setting up your bank account and Tax File Number (TFN) to getting your local SIM card, we guide you through all the initial administrative hurdles.
  • Guaranteed Accommodation: You’ll stay in a perfectly located hostel upon arrival, making it easy to meet other working holiday makers! Our local team also provides ongoing advice and resources for finding suitable long-term housing.
  • Local Support: Our team on the ground offers continuous assistance and advice throughout your entire journey across Australia.

Popular Jobs for Working Holiday Makers in Australia: We help you access opportunities in high-demand sectors:

  • Hospitality: Resorts, restaurants, cafes, bars, hotels – especially in tourist hotspots.
  • Customer Service: Retail, tourism operators, call centers.
  • Seasonal Work: Including farm work in Australia and fruit picking (great for saving money and potentially qualifying for your second or third WHV!).

Yes, we can help you with jobs in all these industries! Don’t just travel – thrive. Let us help you unlock your incredible Working Holiday adventure in Australia!

Is our Adventure Program just out of budget?

No worries! Our Discovery Programs offer direct job support with our local team in Australia. Start earning from day one to build your travel fund and unlock incredible experiences across the country!

Melbourne Discovery Experience

Begin your Australia Working Holiday in Melbourne, with your first four nights of accommodation taken care of and our team to support you to find a job and show you the ins and outs of this trendy and culture-filled city, you’ll be buzzing around the caffeine capital of the world in no time!

Start Dates

Year Round

Duration

4 Nights

Cost

C$1,099

Sydney Discovery Experience

Want to start your Australia Working Holiday adventure in beautiful Sydney? Our Sydney Discovery Experience will give you an introduction to this iconic city, allow you to secure a job, and provide you with the local support you need to begin living, working and travelling in Australia.

Start Dates

Year Round

Duration

4 Nights

Cost

C$1,099

Melbourne Adventure Experience

Start your Australian Working Holiday by checking off every item on your bucket list with our Melbourne Adventure Experience! Learn to surf, see koalas and kangaroos, and taste Australian wine right from the vineyard… all within your first week of being in Australia.

Start Dates

Year Round

Duration

7 Nights

Cost

C$1,799

Sydney Adventure Experience

Dream of swimming with wild dolphins or cruising through the famous Sydney Harbour? This seven-nights program has one adventure after another, including an epic beach-bound road trip. Start your Australia Working Holiday adventure in Sydney off with a bang!

Start Dates

Year-Round

Duration

7 Nights

Cost

C$1,799

2025/2026 Adventure Program: Limited Spaces

Ready to swap snow for sunshine? Reserve your Summer 2025/2026 spot now, before it’s too late. Learn more about our Discovery and Adventure packages and start planning your incredible Australian Working Holiday for 2025/2026 today! Let’s connect for a FREE chat about Australia!

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