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Canada is the top country where Filipinos liked to work. Despite the cold weather, both professional and skilled workers are pouring into the country. One of the trending topics in OFW sites is not just how to work in Canada but how to migrate there. Both opportunities are available and this makes going to this country more appealing. Working in a country that can offer your permanent residence – not just you but for your whole family as well, is a something that Filipinos dream about.
Looking for a job in Canada is the hardest part of the moving process. It’s important that you plan thoroughly, as finding employment can be tricky unless you are focused and motivated. These tips have been compiled for you based on our experience and lots of feedback from our loyal contributors. Please read, understand, and apply them, as they could be crucial to your success.
Top Advice:
- Do not send your resume out to any employers without ensuring you have carefully followed our Writing a Resume section. Poorly written resumes will hinder you from making an impact. Read these tips carefully, ensure you understand the objective, and apply these simple concepts to help your resume impress an employer. Your resume is the all-important first impression, so don’t fall short at this crucial first step.
- In many professions, responding to ads in the paper and over the Internet are the least effective ways to find employment. Be selective in your job search. Do not blanket bomb 30 companies with the same resume and cover letter, as companies talk. This is a common mistake that people make. Networking, cold calling, and informational interviews are much more effective ways to distribute your resume.
- Always ensure you have a contact for the company and follow up within a week of submitting your resume to show your interest. “Thank-you” emails after an interview set you apart from other candidates.
- Leverage LinkedIn. It’s a fast-growing social media tool, so set up your online resume and network as recruiters and employers are using this tool every day to source candidates. Learn tips and tricks on how to be successful with LinkedIn
- Finding employment in Canada is always easier if you have strong references. Try to obtain employment references from your home country beforehand and provide them, but only if relevant to the role.
- Effective networking allows you to gain useful insight and gain crucial contacts, both socially and professionally. Research networking events for your profession or ask contacts how best to meet more people in your field.
- Remember, over 50 percent of positions filled never get advertised publicly, so don’t sit at home waiting for that job to come up. Networking is crucial to finding employment in Canada. Read our Networking 101 article or tips on how to use informational interviews to expand your contacts. You need to get your name out there across your industry so that when a job comes up, you are in position to be called in.
- Get the word out to all of the local contacts you have that you’re looking for work, and always look to build new contacts as it’s crucial to your success in a new city.
- One way to expand your local network of contacts (and get that all-important Canadian work experience on your resume) is to volunteer. Go to GoVolunteer.ca to find volunteer opportunities where you can meet people across all sectors of society.
- Never turn down an offer of help. Be proactive and determined. Email/telephone the person who offered you help the next day and be sure to thank them for any guidance they’ve provided.
- Hand-written notes are seldom seen nowadays, so use them to differentiate yourself.
- Keep an eye on our Facebook page and Jobs Board as we post upcoming networking events that may be of interest.
- Your profession may require your foreign qualifications to be accredited in Canada. Professions such as teaching, physiotherapy, nursing, and social work, among others, usually require additional accreditation. This process can take up to six months so do your research and plan ahead.
