From an interview with Hector F. Hector was born and raised in the Dominican Republic. When he was only seven years old, three of his older half brothers emigrated with their father to Canada. Hector always dreamed of one day joining his brothers here. In 2013, it happened. One [...]
Networking is a way of life in Canada and is crucial to finding a role in your field of work. Previously, people networked solely at conferences, events or over in-person coffee chats or informational interviews. Today, thanks to technology, networking has gone virtual. So, as a newcomer looking [...]
Starting a life in a new country is both exciting and challenging. Many newcomers leave behind their support systems – colleagues, friends and family – when they move to Canada, making the entire process of setting in more difficult than it actually is. In such times, a strong network of [...]
From an interview with Minnie Karanja. Minnie Karanja is a communications and marketing expert who came to Canada from Kenya. She worked for four years in media, nonprofits and public relations in Rwanda. Minnie got her bachelor's degree in business computing in Malaysia, a master’s degree in international studies [...]
For many newcomers in Canada, finding a job and getting back in their field of work feels like an uphill task. While it does take effort (and patience) to find meaningful employment, there are various resources and tools available that you, as a newcomer, can leverage to ease your [...]
In Canada, LinkedIn is widely used as a networking tool by both job seekers and employers. As a newcomer, you may have heard or read that Canada has a hidden job market – made up of open positions that are not advertised publicly. It is said that as much [...]
Moving to a new country and restarting your career takes patience and a growth mindset. It is essential to research and network in order to adapt to local norms, understand industry best practices and get back into your field of work. Investing some time and effort in preparing for [...]
There’s a visible shift happening in the job market globally and in Canada: many organizations have moved to a remote or hybrid model. Previously, a majority of job interviews were in-person. More companies are now leveraging technology and video conferencing apps like Zoom and Google Meet to interview and [...]
From an interview with Trinadh Moganti. Trinadh Moganti is a full stack developer from Hyderabad, India. He holds a bachelor degree in technology, electronics and communication engineering and has over six years of experience developing and hosting applications on cloud infrastructure. Trinadh began his job search months before moving [...]
Listen to the episode 1 of the Countdown to Canada podcast for more tips on finding a job in Canada. Whether you’ve just received your Confirmation of Permanent Residence (CoPR) or have recently moved to Canada, finding employment and getting back in your field of [...]
For many newcomers, finding employment quickly after moving to Canada is a high-priority action item. Whether you’re contemplating a career switch or looking to get back in your field of work, the first step is usually the same – to have a resume and a cover letter that you [...]
From an interview with Christine Koneri. Christine’s journey began in India, with educational stopovers in Australia and the U.S., before landing in Canada in 2018. She earned a bachelor’s degree in engineering in India, then worked for two and a half years as an SAP security consultant with one [...]