👋 Welcome, Fellow Hustler!
If you’ve ever Googled “how to make money online in Canada,” you’ve probably seen the usual suspects: surveys, cashback apps, driving for Uber, or renting out your garage.
Let’s be real most of that won’t help you build a sustainable side income.
This blog, Earn With Kaali is different. I’ve been living in Canada for over 7 years, working as an IT specialist. But after a career shift, I started looking beyond traditional jobs and discovered you can actually build income from your laptop, without punching a clock.
Now, I’m here to show you how.
Today’s guide is for anyone serious about building a real, creative, and flexible online side hustles in Canada especially ones most people haven’t heard of yet.
Let’s jump in. 💻
Table of Contents
1. 🧩 Create & Sell Digital Tools and Templates (on Gumroad or Etsy)
What it is: Selling digital products like Notion templates, printable planners, AI prompt packs, resume kits, or content calendars.
Why it works:
Canadians and the world are spending money on digital convenience. Whether it’s a monthly budget sheet, a business planner, or a vision board kit, people want beautiful and functional templates they can download instantly.
Where to sell:
- Gumroad
- Etsy
- Stan Store
- Or even your own Shopify site
Ideas to get you started:
- A “CRA Tax Tracker for Canadian Freelancers”
- Notion template for international students in Canada
- AI prompt packs for social media managers
How much you can earn: $100 to $3,000/month (passive!)
Tools you’ll need:
- Canva (for design)
- Notion (for templates)
- ChatGPT (to help brainstorm ideas)
Pro Tip: Create a freebie to grow your email list then upsell your digital tools.
2. 📬 Start a Paid Substack Newsletter for Canadians
What it is: Launch a newsletter around a specific niche, local trend, or personal journey. You can offer free content and lock premium posts behind a paywall.
Why it works:
People crave real voices not cookie-cutter articles. If you can write weekly and connect with a specific audience (like immigrants in Toronto, side hustlers in Calgary, or creators across Canada , you can earn from subscriptions.
What to write about:
- Life tips for international students
- Making money online in Canada (like me!)
- Remote job and grant alerts for Canadians
- Canadian immigration process updates
- Side hustle stories from real Canadians
Platforms:
Earning potential:
- 100 subscribers at $5/month = $500/month
- 500 subscribers = $2,500/month
Tools you’ll need:
- Grammarly (to polish your writing)
- Google Docs or Notion
- Email list from your blog or social media
Pro Tip: Combine this with your blog. Your readers can become your first 100 subscribers.
3. 🧠 Join the AI Economy as a Prompt Writer or Tester
What it is: Writing, testing, and refining prompts for AI tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini, and Claude. Companies, agencies, and solo creators pay for well-crafted prompt templates.
Why it works:
AI tools are exploding. But many people don’t know how to get the best out of them. That’s where you come in.
Ways to earn:
- Sell prompt packs on PromptBase
- Work with creators on Fiverr or Contra
- Create and sell AI content planners, writing kits, or branding prompts
- Review AI tools and get paid as a beta tester
Where to learn & apply:
- Join Prompt Engineering communities on Discord
- Apply at Remotasks, Scale AI, or Teem
- Offer prompt crafting as a freelance gig
Real Example:
One creator in Alberta made over $600/month just selling ChatGPT prompts for YouTube script writing.
Earning potential: $300 to $2,000+/month
Pro Tip:
Test your own prompts, build a Notion library, and share free samples on LinkedIn to attract clients. Comment below i will write an article how to find clients on linkedin.
4. 📹 Build a Faceless YouTube Channel with AI Tools
What it is: Running a YouTube channel using AI voiceovers, stock video, and automated editing without showing your face or using your own voice.
Why it works:
YouTube monetization isn’t just for vloggers anymore. Channels like “Finance Explained,” “History Nuggets,” and “Tech Explained” are earning ad revenue + affiliate money by creating faceless videos. Now a days everyone is talking about youtube demonetization policy for AI videos. Believe me its only for spamming people not for genuine content creator.
What you’ll need:
- ChatGPT (for scripts)
- Pictory or InVideo (for video creation)
- ElevenLabs or Speechelo (for AI voice)
- Canva (for thumbnails)
- A YouTube channel (obviously 😄)
Best niches for Canadian side hustlers:
- Personal finance (Canada edition)
- Immigration or study visa tips
- AI tools & tech tutorials
- Canadian news or local reviews
How to monetize:
- YouTube AdSense
- Affiliate links in description
- Promote your digital products or Substack
Pro Tip:
Batch-produce 5–10 videos, schedule weekly uploads, and promote them via Reddit or Pinterest for traffic.
🙋♂️ Why I’m Sharing This With You
This isn’t just another blog. I created Earn With Kaali to show Canadians how to actually survive online because I’ve been there.
After quitting my job, I realized that the freedom to create, earn, and grow on your terms is not only possible it’s necessary in today’s Canada.
So whether you’re a student, an immigrant, a stay-at-home parent, or someone just trying to figure life out this blog is for you.
💭 Final Thoughts on Online Side Hustles in Canada
You don’t need to be a tech genius or YouTuber to earn online. What you do need is curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to learn.
These side hustles won’t make you rich overnight but they can help you build real, honest, and scalable income in Canada in 2025 and beyond.
And remember: You’re not doing this alone. I’m here. Let’s grow together. 🍁
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