Costco jobs in Canada in 2026 go well beyond the warehouse floor. Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. recruits cashier assistants, stockers, food court and deli staff, opticians, pharmacists, depot sorters and truck drivers, and it takes applications in nine provinces through one careers site available in English and French.
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According to Costco’s annual report on Form 10-K, the company had 58,000 employees in Canada at the end of its 2026 fiscal year and operated 115 Canadian warehouses at August 30, 2026. Business centres are included in that warehouse count, and the careers site also lists depots, a bakery commissary, an optical lab and a contact centre.
Applications are made online, free of charge, on Costco Canada’s official careers site, which is linked from costco.ca. Use the button below to search by province, city or postal code and choose a position.
Why Costco jobs in Canada draw applicants
Costco describes its retention rate as high for the retail industry. Its fiscal 2026 10-K puts retention at about 94% for employees in the U.S. and Canada who had been with the company for at least one year, and mentions a target of at least 50% of its employee base being full-time.
The Canadian business is also growing: headcount in Canada rose from 55,000 to 58,000 during fiscal 2026, and the Canadian segment added five net new warehouses.
| Costco Canada figure | Value | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Employees in Canada | 58,000 | 10-K, end of fiscal 2026 (August 30, 2026) |
| Warehouses in Canada | 115 | 10-K, at August 30, 2026 |
| Net new warehouses in the Canadian segment | 5 | 10-K, fiscal 2026 |
| Warehouse floor space in Canada | 16.6 million square feet | 10-K, end of fiscal 2026 |
| Location entries accepting applications for Any Position | 138 | Careers site, October 22, 2026 |
Most common roles at Costco Canada
The careers site groups roles into job families: Warehouse, Depot, Bakery Commissary, Optical Lab, Pharmacy, Hearing Aid and Inbound Contact Centre. On October 22, 2026, the Warehouse family alone listed 23 positions, from baker and cake decorator to tire installer and gas station attendant.
The table shows how many locations accepted applications for each role on that date. Listings change daily, and each feeds a candidate pool rather than a single vacancy.
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| Role | Where | Experience in the posting | Locations on October 22, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cashier Assistant | Warehouses | None | 124 |
| Stocker | Warehouses | None | 123 |
| Member Service Assistant | Warehouses | None (driver’s licence and vehicle required) | 122 |
| Meat Assistant | Warehouses | Meat wrapping experience given preference | 113 |
| Food Service Assistant, Food Court | Warehouses | None | 112 |
| Service Deli Clerk | Warehouses | None | 112 |
| Order Picker | Business Centres | Stocker experience preferred | 11 |
| Sorter | Depots | None | 4 |
| Forklift/Power Equipment Operator | Depots | Previous forklift experience required | 4 |
Requirements in Costco Canada job postings
Several entry-level postings set a low bar for experience. The Cashier Assistant, Stocker, Member Service Assistant, Food Service Assistant and Service Deli Clerk postings checked on October 22, 2026 all listed “Experience: None” and a high school diploma or GED as preferred rather than required.
Some roles add specific conditions. Food court, deli and meat roles require Food Safety Certification Level 1 from the first day in the position. Member Service Assistants need a valid driver’s licence and a vehicle, because the job includes perimeter security checks by car. For Quebec locations, every posting states that candidates must be able to communicate in French, orally and in writing.
How to apply for Costco jobs in Canada step by step
- Go to costco.ca and open Jobs in the footer, or use the button on this page to reach the Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. careers site.
- Choose English or Français at the top of the site.
- Search by province and city, or by postal code with a space in the middle (for example A1A 1A1).
- Open a position, read the job description, then click Choose a Location and select the warehouse, depot or office.
- Click Apply Now and create a profile with Join Now, or use Existing Profile Sign In to finish an application you started earlier.
- Complete every section and keep a note of the locations you applied to.
Applicants unsure which role fits can choose Any Position, and Costco says its hiring managers can then decide the best position.
What happens after you apply
Costco Canada’s careers site explains that its postings are used to build a pool of candidates for hiring needs Costco may have in the next 90 days. It makes sense to check your profile again after that period.
Costco’s Canadian customer service FAQ says application updates are not sent by email or messaging apps. It advises contacting the warehouse where you applied directly, using the location and phone number listings on costco.ca.
Typical shifts and days off are discussed at the interview, according to the gas station attendant posting. Some certifications come after hiring: depot forklift operators, for example, must obtain Costco’s Power Equipment Operator certification within 30 days.
Costco pay in Canada: what is published
Costco does not publish an average hourly rate for Canada. The average of about $33.00 in its fiscal 2026 10-K applies only to hourly employees in the United States, and the Canadian postings checked on October 22, 2026 did not display a pay rate.
The 10-K does state that in March 2026 Costco raised the top of its wage scales by $1.00 per hour in both the U.S. and Canada. On costco.ca, the description of the College Student Retention Program explains that wage increases are tied to accumulated hours worked.
One figure did appear on costco.ca on October 22, 2026: the jobs page advertised a premium of $4 per hour for Business Centre truck drivers, who need a Class 3, Class D or equivalent provincial commercial licence with an air brake endorsement. For any other role, ask about the rate at the interview stage.
Benefits Costco Canada lists
Costco’s Canadian career page says benefits apply once employees meet qualifying requirements, that coverage can extend to a spouse and children, and that Costco pays 100% of the premiums. It lists:
- Health care through three flexible benefits programs, including prescription drugs, vision, paramedical services and hearing aids
- Dental care, including orthodontics
- An annual company contribution to the employee pension plan, plus a 50% match on optional contributions up to a limit based on years of service
- An Employee and Family Assistance Program available from the first day of employment
- Short- and long-term disability insurance at no cost to the employee
- Life, accidental death and dismemberment and critical illness insurance
- An Employee Share Purchase Plan open to new employees immediately
For students, the College Student Retention Program lets eligible employees work during school breaks and take time off during the school year while keeping their original hire date. Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. also offers scholarships of up to $2,500 per year to employees and their children, awarded on academic performance.
Depot, Business Centre and other jobs beyond the warehouse
Depots receive large supplier shipments and send the goods on to warehouses. On October 22, 2026, the careers site listed depots in Airdrie, Alberta; Langley, British Columbia; Vaughan, Ontario; and Varennes, Quebec. Depot truck drivers need a Class 1 licence and four years of tractor-trailer experience.
Business Centres carry products for food services, convenience stores and offices, and hire order pickers, delivery drivers and marketing road representatives. Other sites include a bakery commissary in Vaughan, an optical lab in Boisbriand, Quebec, and an inbound contact centre in Ottawa, where English is required and bilingualism is preferred.
Where Costco Canada is accepting applications
Ontario had the most location entries accepting applications for Any Position on October 22, 2026, followed by Quebec, Alberta and British Columbia. The province menu listed nine provinces; Prince Edward Island and the territories did not appear.
| Province | Location entries on October 22, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Ontario | 55 |
| Quebec | 28 |
| Alberta | 21 |
| British Columbia | 18 |
| Manitoba | 7 |
| Saskatchewan | 3 |
| New Brunswick | 3 |
| Nova Scotia | 2 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | 1 |
The New Openings section listed three locations on the same date: Lloydminster, Alberta; E. Windsor (Catherine Street), Ontario; and Wasaga Beach, Ontario. The site also showed 17 locations seeking pharmacists and registered pharmacy technicians, including Sudbury, Moncton, Regina, Nanaimo and Richmond.
Resume and interview tips for Costco applicants
Costco postings repeat one phrase across many roles: prompt and courteous member service. Prepare examples of helping customers, keeping an area clean and safe, and working in a team.
State your availability clearly, because shifts are set at the interview. Mention certifications you already hold, such as food safety or forklift training, and give your level of French if you apply in Quebec or in Ottawa.
Common mistakes when applying to Costco in Canada
- Waiting for an email update, when Costco’s FAQ says updates are not sent by email or messaging apps.
- Applying for a Member Service Assistant role without a driver’s licence and a vehicle.
- Choosing a food role without planning to obtain Food Safety Certification Level 1 before the first day.
- Forgetting that applications feed a 90-day candidate pool and never checking back.
How to spot fake Costco job offers
Costco Canada’s Preventing Fraud page describes fake emails with subjects such as “Provisional Job Offer” that appear to come from executives or human resources. Some ask for a processing fee of several hundred dollars or offer to reimburse application or relocation costs.
Costco states that it does not offer jobs by email to people it has had no prior contact with, does not charge candidates a fee, and does not authorize recruiters or agents to do so on its behalf. Never share your Social Insurance Number or banking details in reply to an unsolicited message, and apply only through the official careers site.
Costco jobs in Canada: frequently asked questions
How many people work for Costco in Canada?
Costco’s fiscal 2026 10-K reports 58,000 employees in Canada and 115 Canadian warehouses at August 30, 2026.
Do you need experience for Costco jobs in Canada?
Not for every role. Postings such as Cashier Assistant, Stocker and Member Service Assistant listed “Experience: None” on October 22, 2026, while depot forklift and truck driver roles require experience.
How much does Costco pay in Canada?
Costco does not publish a Canadian average, and the postings checked showed no rate. Its 10-K says the top of its wage scales rose by $1.00 per hour in the U.S. and Canada in March 2026.
How do I check my Costco application status?
Costco’s Canadian FAQ says to contact the warehouse where you applied, using the phone number listed on costco.ca. Updates are not sent by email or messaging apps.
Do I need to speak French to work at Costco?
For postings in Quebec, yes: candidates must be able to communicate in French, orally and in writing. The Ottawa contact centre requires English and prefers bilingual candidates.
Are the people giving out samples Costco employees?
No. Costco’s Canadian FAQ says in-warehouse product samples are handled by staff of Club Demonstration Services, a separate employer with its own careers site.
Sources
- Costco Canada, Employment Opportunities
- Costco Canada, Costco as a Career (benefits and student programs)
- Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. careers site, All Open Jobs (checked October 22, 2026)
- Costco Canada Customer Service, Career FAQs
- Costco Canada, Preventing Fraud
- Costco Wholesale Form 10-K, fiscal year ended August 30, 2026
