Job Search Techniques

How do I look for a job in Canada?

You can look at job postings in the employment section of your local newspaper. You can also search online. Lots of people find jobs this way. While this is the easiest way of looking for a job, it is not always the most effective…

Where can I find job listing websites?

You can also ask friends, family, employment counsellors, settlement workers, or others who work in your profession or trade to recommend useful job listing websites. Here are just a few websites that list jobs in Ontario or Canada…

Where can I find industry-specific job listing websites?

Here are some websites that share job listings in specific fields in Ontario and Canada. This is not a complete list. You can also ask friends, family, employment counsellors, settlement workers, or others who work in your profession or trade to recommend useful job listing websites…

Where can I find job listing websites for youth?

Here are just a few websites that list jobs for young people and students in Ontario or Canada. You can also ask friends, family, teachers, guidance counsellors, employment counsellors, settlement workers, or others who work in the kind of job you want to recommend useful job listing websites…

How can I create an effective LinkedIn profile?

LinkedIn is a great tool to connect with existing contacts and other people in your field. Creating a strong LinkedIn profile can help you in your job search and career…

How do I apply for a job?

To apply for a job in Canada, usually you have to send a cover letter and a resume to the employer. Depending on the job, the employer might ask you for a portfolio or sample of your work, too.

Tips for Finding Work Before you Arrive

Finding work in Ontario is not easy, especially if you are looking for a job prospect before you arrive. The job search process of preparing your resume, applying, networking and interviewing for the roles you want is a full-time job that often requires you to be here in person.

How can I use Social Media in my job search?

Social media offers great tools to help you in your job search. It can help you build your network, learn more about your industry, and find job opportunities…

How do I find a job in corporate finance?

Entry level positions in capital markets and corporate finance (finance) are some of the most coveted jobs for new graduates. It’s important you learn how to best position yourself to succeed in the recruitment process and understand the differences of the job search in finance compared to other industries…

What kinds of networking events can I attend?

Through networking events, you can meet new people and develop professional connections that can help you in your career. As a newcomer, networking is a good way for you to begin to make connections in your new community…

What is the Job Bank?

The Job Bank is a large government website with job postings and labour market information. The Job bank has over a million jobs posted each year. All job postings are displayed in English and French. Employers often use the job bank to advertise jobs for free

How can I find work if I don’t speak English well?

It can be difficult to find a job as a newcomer. It can be even more difficult if you don’t speak English well. Even if you have the skills and qualifications to do a job, language barriers might make it harder for you to get hired…