Many international students across the world hope to further their career goals and broaden their options by studying in Canada. Canada holds the promise of a high-quality education, a great quality of life and the possibility of settling here permanently after you graduate. British Columbia (B.C.) is the second [...]
Studying in Canada is a dream for many international students all over the world. Not only does Canada offer a high quality of education, but it also promises a great quality of life and the possibility of settling here permanently after your studies. Ontario is home to many of [...]
As a newcomer, interviewing for your first job in Canada can be stressful. To minimize your anxiety and improve your chances of landing a job offer, you want to be prepared and that means practising your responses to commonly asked questions. Perhaps one of the trickiest interview questions [...]
As a newcomer, landing your first job in Canada is a huge accomplishment, but getting there is no easy task. The process—from searching for employment opportunities to preparing for interviews—can be daunting and time-consuming. Job fairs can be an opportunity to consolidate your search efforts and shorten the time [...]
As a newcomer, owning a home in Canada may be the ultimate dream—an unmistakable sign that you’ve settled down in your new country. However, in the current economic situation where house prices are at their peak and interest rates are high, buying a home within a few years of [...]
As one of Canada’s most popular immigration programs, Express Entry is crucial in encouraging foreign talent, including skilled professionals and tradespeople, to settle in Canada permanently and help the country achieve its economic goals. To ensure that the Express Entry system is adequately equipped to bridge crucial labour market [...]
Canada faces a significant shortage of tradespeople across many occupations and industries. The government’s Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) helps attract experienced tradespeople from different parts of the world to live and work in Canada permanently and bridge some of these labour gaps. Unlike in some countries where trades [...]
As a newcomer, you may want to begin investing and saving for your future shortly after moving to Canada. You might be in a position to set aside a portion of your income every month or have savings that you brought from home. Opening a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) [...]
As a newcomer to Canada, getting to the interview stage in your job search after weeks or months of networking, reviewing job listings, and submitting resumes can be exciting. Now, you’re much closer to landing the job you want, but there are still a few crucial steps left. [...]
You just wrapped up your first big job interview in Canada. Things went quite well, but there are still many steps to go, and the employer is likely still meeting other candidates. As the hiring manager shortlists candidates for the second and third rounds of interviews, your objective should [...]
As an international student planning to work in Canada after you graduate, building your professional network will provide the support you need during your job search and as you progress through your career. Depending on your personality, networking can either sound exciting or overwhelming. Regardless of how you feel [...]
Finding your first job in Canada as a newcomer isn’t always easy. Navigating your way through a new job market and work culture requires preparation and dedicated effort. Whether it’s building your network, perfecting your resume, or getting some much-needed Canadian experience, there’s a lot you should be [...]