Is it practically impossible to get an entry level accounting job without too much solid accounting background? (In Canada)

I’m an economics grad. I did accounting for like 5 years in middle/high-school (Cambridge O Level & AS Level). Only had 2 or 3 accounting courses during my degree. Really want to land entry level accounting stuff but I’ve had no success for a while. I know there’s CPA pathways and all but I can’t afford it. Lately I’ve been trying just focus on volunteer accounting roles to get some exp. Should I keep shifting my focus almost entirely onto this or maybe some skills/certifications that are about no cost? I’ve been waiting for a non-profit to place me as a treasurer in one of their units and gain some exp but I feel like I might need something more.