How to Find Employment in Canada
Canada is a vast country that accepts skilled workers from all over the world. The job market is almost as diverse as the culture. According to Statistics Canada, the education and experience level in Canada is high with 60 percent of Canadians having some form of post secondary education in 2006. This means that the workforce is competitive. Those new to Canada need to know the latest methods of finding employment.
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Before Arriving in Canada
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Consider where you would like to live. Employment options are greater in larger cities like Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver and Calgary. Many newcomers start off in one of these larger cities to get that initial experience and then move to a smaller center later.
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Prepare the necessary documents required for working in Canada. Begin preparing a permanent residence visa application and a resume with references. These are the documents that a potential employer will want to see before hiring. Having a Canadian address to put on these documents will also be helpful.
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Speak one of the two official languages. Being able to communicate in either English or French is a requirement to working in Canada. Jobs in the federal government prefer applicants who are bilingual in both of these languages.
After Arriving in Canada
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Apply for a Social Insurance Number (SIN), which is another requirement to working in Canada. The application can be found at a local Service Canada center. Everyone living in Canada gets their own SIN which provides access to certain services.
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Become involved at the community level. Volunteering is a great way to gain experience and also demonstrates to employers that you are making a commitment to the area.
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Start your own business if the right job does not coming along. Taking the initiative to create your own job will go a long way in maintaining successful employment in Canada and other jobs may be created in the process.
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Tips & Warnings
Research the company you are interested in working for, which will impress them if you get an interview.
For newcomers to Canada, beware of people who claim to be immigration consultants and charge fees to help you find a job. Always check credentials before paying for this type of service.
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