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5 Strategies to Launch Your Career Before Coming to Canada
Sarah Hua |
Making the decision to immigrate to Canada is exciting and courageous. The months leading up to your arrival will be an emotional time as you prepare for life in your new home country. The anticipation of your move can be overwhelming. However, there are steps you can take during this phase that will make the […]
3 Tips for Gaining Work Experience
Meghavaty Suresh |
Now that I work a full-time job and my school days are behind me, I have been doing some retrospective thinking. What were the surprises, issues, and experiences that shaped my journey? Among the many things that come to mind, one that stands out is work experience. Having work experience on your résumé holds immense […]
How Project Management Skills Can Help Your Career
Susan Ranford |
According to the Project Management Institute (PMI), project management is defined as “the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities to meet the project requirements.” It is essentially managing a project through to completion through careful coordination with your team. Project management sounds easy, right? Tell your team what needs to happen […]
What to Expect When Working with a Canadian Recruiter
Anne Greenwood |
Recruitment companies can be an accessible avenue for job leads in Canada. Skilled immigrants are seen as highly attractive and eligible candidates, particularly for recruiters working with companies that value diversity. With a better understanding of the process and how to stand out, internationally educated professionals can have great results in working with a recruiter. […]
Spotlight on Success: Ramanuj Basu
Jodi Tingling |
Ramanuj Basu is an internationally educated lawyer from India who immigrated to Canada in pursuit of a fulfilling life and career. Ramanuj’s career pathway in Canada is a reflection of the drive, sacrifices, and energy it takes to be successful as an internationally educated professional. In this spotlight on success article, we explore some factors […]
How to Make the Most of In-Person Networking Events
Sarah Hua |
When you sign up to participate in career fairs, networking events, or professional development conferences, it is beneficial for you to ensure you make the most out of your attendance. Events like these are a great way to connect with other professionals who are in your industry, build your confidence, and access the hidden job […]
Navigating Employment Services in Canada
Jodi Tingling |
If you are interested in building your career, making connections in your field, or even gaining work experience, taking advantage of the many free employment services available in Canada is a great way to start your journey. Employment services are offered by non-profit organizations, settlement agencies, and universities/colleges and they are focused on helping you […]
English Proficiency: Mastering the CELPIP Test
Chris Koelbleitner |
The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) is a multi-purpose English test that allows test takers to demonstrate their ability to function in English. The CELPIP has two versions: the CELPIP-General Test that measures four skills areas—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—and the CELPIP-General LS Test that measures only listening and speaking proficiency. The CELPIP-General […]
Top 5 Resources for Internationally Educated Nurses in Canada
Shaunna-Marie Kerr |
As an internationally educated professional in the field of nursing, it can be difficult to make sense of all the tools and resources that have been designed to help you make informed decisions about your career in Canada. With this in mind, World Education Services has released a career pathways e-guide, Career Pathways in Nursing: […]
Résumé Formats: Which One Makes the Most Sense?
Uptowork |
Have you started writing your first proper résumé but are already stuck? You probably assumed there is one official, proper résumé format, but it turns out there are three. It can be difficult to decide which résumé format makes the most sense for you. In this blog post, you will discover the résumé format options and find out which […]
Job Hunting with Limited Work Experience
Jodi Tingling |
Whether you are a new immigrant, a student, or changing careers, you are not alone: We have all started out having little to no work experience. You may have asked yourself, “How do I gain experience when experience is a requirement for most jobs?” Although this does present a challenge, there are many ways you […]
How to Become a Physiotherapist in the United States
Chris Foerster |
Are you looking to have a lucrative career in the health care industry by becoming a physiotherapist in the United States? Then continue reading. This blog post will provide recommendations for what you need to do to start a career as a physiotherapist in the U.S. A physiotherapy career is perfect for you if you […]