The start of any new year often sparks a rethink about work, and if you're considering a career move in 2026, the federal government is offering lots of high-paying options in Ontario right now. Although some positions require years of experience, other opportunities work well for entry-level candidates and even new graduates. Whether you have a few years of extensive training under your belt or you're fresh out of school looking to secure your first full-time gig, odds are that you'll qualify for at least a few jobs with the Government of Canada. Here are some high-paying government jobs based in Ontario that are looking for applicants. Bilingual Specialist, Employee Relations The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is hiring a permanent, full-time bilingual specialist based in Toronto. As the job title suggests, fluency in both English and French is required, along with an undergraduate degree in human resources management, business administration, industrial relations, or a related field. In this role, you'll provide expert advice and guidance to employees and business partners to resolve human relations and work-related situations. Along with your education, you should have at least five years of experience and understanding in human resources management and employee relations policies, practices, theories, and systems. This role offers a salary between $84,699.11 and $105,873.89, as well as generous benefits like a comprehensive group insurance plan and an annual individual performance incentive. If this sounds like your dream job, you have until Jan. 5 to apply. IT Analyst & IT Graduates If you're just wrapping up school, this opportunity with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) might be right for you. These roles are ideal for upcoming graduates and offer salaries ranging from $87,459 to $106,386. Successful candidates will be matched with teams based on their selected interests, which include IT/cyber security, IT service management and support, network technology and security, communication technology, and business intelligence. To qualify, you'll need to have graduated from a two-year program of study from a recognized post-secondary institution with a specialization in computer science, information technology, engineering, network security, cyber security, data analysis, or a related field. Applications for these positions must be submitted by Jan. 9. Dental Hygienist The Canadian Forces Health Services is hiring dental hygienists for positions across Canada, including in Toronto, with salaries ranging from $78,909 to $99,200. To qualify, candidates must have a degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in dental hygiene and be eligible for registration in a province or territory of Canada with no current licence suspensions. You'll also need a current certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) "C" for Health Care Providers, as well as experience in performing direct, hands-on dental hygiene care. The deadline to apply for these roles is Jan. 10. Human Resources Assistant The CSIS is also hiring a human resources assistant in Toronto, which offers a salary of up to $83,389. In this role, you'll be responsible for monitoring the progress of recruitment processes and maintaining contact with applicants to schedule interviews and obtain other information. To qualify, you'll need a university certificate or college diploma, or an acceptable combination of relevant education and experience. You'll also need specific experience in human resources or administration, where activities include planning, organizing, and coordinating. The deadline to apply for this role is Jan. 15. Veteranarian The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is hiring veterinarians for several Ontario locations, including Arthur, Belleville, Brockville, and Mitchell. If selected, you'll work on the front lines of disease prevention, meat hygiene, and animal health, conducting inspections in slaughter establishments and educating industry officials and the public about potential health risks. In addition to competitive salaries between $82,063 and $99,085, these roles offer some of the country's best pension plans, paid overtime, health and dental benefits, as well as disability and life insurance. Successful candidates will also receive three weeks of vacation upon hiring (increasing to four weeks after the first year), and three weeks of cumulative sick leave per year. To qualify, you'll need to have graduated from a recognized school of veterinary medicine and possess an unrestricted licence to practice veterinary medicine (recognized by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA). If this sounds like your dream role, you have until April 1 to apply.