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How to prepare for your first winter in Canada

Canada is often referred to as the great white north, and with good reason – the winters are snowy and cold. Temperatures in some cities could drop as low as -30 or -40 degrees Celsius. But don’t let this scare you. Know that life goes on as usual, even [...]

CareerNov 12, 2020

Coffee chats: Questions you should ask to network better

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 [...]

CareerNov 5, 2020

How to find a mentor in Canada: Tips for newcomers

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 [...]

CareerNov 3, 2020

How to write compelling LinkedIn connection request messages

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 [...]

CareerOct 29, 2020

Job search in Canada: 10 things you can do in pre-arrival to prepare

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 [...]

CareerOct 27, 2020

5 tips to ace your virtual job interview

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 [...]

How to improve your English and adapt to Canadian culture

Canada is a diverse nation. As per the 2016 Census, there have been over 7.5 million foreign-born individuals who have come to Canada through the immigration process, representing over one-fifth (21.9 per cent) of Canada's total population. In 2016, each of 22 immigrant mother tongues was spoken by more [...]

How to dress for Canadian winter: Tips for newcomers

Canada is often referred to as a cold country or “the great white north.” During winter, many regions experience temperatures well below freezing (think -40 degrees Celsius) and snow blizzards. Wind chills are often responsible for the temperatures feeling lower than what you see on the weather app. For [...]

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