The Ultimate Guide to Finding a Job in Canada

Canada requires skilled workers due to labor shortages and an ageing population. According to statistics, a quarter of the workforce in Canada is immigrants.

Foreign nationals immigrate to Canada with the hope of leading a comfortable life for themselves and their families. Unfortunately, though Canada is a land of opportunity, our clients are apprehensive about securing good jobs.

A job offer from an employer in Canada will ease the process of immigration. A job offer will enable you to score more CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) points under the Express Entry Program. In addition, job offers are part of the eligibility criteria in many Provincial Nominee Programs.

Finding a job in Canada is possible but not easy. We list below the steps you need to follow for a fruitful job search.

Jobs that are in demand in Canada

The 15 jobs that are in demand in Canada in 2021 as listed by the employment agency Randstad were:

• Driver
• Receptionist
• Sales Associate
• Merchandiser
• Accountant
• Project Manager
• H.R. Manager
• Business Development Manager
• Electrical Engineer
• Financial Advisor
• Developer
• General Laborer
• Welder
• Heavy-duty Mechanic
• Registered Nurse

Your skills will be in demand if you have experience in any of these fields.

Finding a job in Canada

Canada has opened its economy after Covid-19. This makes it possible to find jobs. The mentioned resources may be of help to you in your job search.

• Canada Job Bank: you can find jobs posted by employers in Canada.
• Government of Canada Jobs: you can find postings in the Canadian government.
• Student employment: you can find postings for students in the government and the private sector.

How to spot a fake job offer

Fraudulent employers and fake job offers are on the rise. As a top immigration law firm in Canada, we ensure that our clients do not make mistakes or fall prey to scams.

An offer letter from an employer should be on the company’s official letterhead. The full-contact address should be on the job offer letter. Applicants should note that requesting payment for a job offer letter is illegal. Any such job offers will be fake.

Applying for a job in Canada

Update your cover letter and resume: Your resume or Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) and the cover letter are the first things seen by an employer. As the first impression is the best, the cover letter should state why you are suitable for the job. In addition, you have to detail your educational credentials, complete work history and, achievements in your CV.

• Research: You can visit websites of the companies you think you would like to work with. You can understand their mission and culture and look for job openings.
• Use social media: The most powerful networking tool in today’s scenario is social media. If used in the right way, social media can help your job search
• References: References from previous employers help to check your profile and your work history. Strong references are a valuable resource in your job search.
• Follow up: A follow-up with the employer after submitting the resume or after an interview will show your eagerness for the job. A prospective employer will appreciate your enthusiasm for the job.

You can reach us at www.immilawglobal.com. Our team of Canadian lawyers can help you spot a job scam or fake job offer.