Thursday, June 2, 2011

Canada And The Quest To Get A Job Here

Canada And The Quest To Get A Job Here
By Gloria Trevi


Employment opportunities in Canada are abundant. In order to know how to get work in Canada make use of number of job listing and job websites on internet which can help you based on your qualifications and experience.

Check regularly the online classified ads, online job postings, and provincial websites that provide information on work in Canada. It is also good to check local newspapers, company websites, and similar sources for job openings. While evaluating the general types of jobs available in Canada, make sure to check which industries are rising and consistent in the country. The most prominent sector in Canada are the services sector, goods-producing, forestry, mining, energy, agriculture, retail, business services, education, health, and high tech industries.

Canada offers work visas for those who plan on working temporarily here. It is important that you get an official job offer from a Canada-based employer, if you plan on applying for a permanent or temporary Canadian working Visa. Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) and Human Resources and Social Development Canada (HRSDC) ensure that these workers will support economic growth in Canada and create more opportunities for all Canadian job seekers.

Normally most of the foreign workers may be required to have a work permit to work in Canada temporarily. You can apply for the experience class immigration after completion of two years with a work permit. Skilled workers and professionals hold the eligibility to live and work in Canada permanently. Business immigrants are categorized in 3 categories by Canada: investors, entrepreneurs, and self-employed persons. For that to be eligible to work in Canada you must have either your own or manage business in Canada or must be able to make a significant investment into Canada's economy. There are certain free trade agreements as well wherein some business people may work in Canada without a work permit.

Getting approved for a work permit is the great thing as it will lead to a good chance when applying for permanent residency in future. This increases the chances to apply for jobs. You can check if can get approved for the skilled worker immigration class by taking a skilled worker points test, if you wish to come and live in Canada as a permanent resident based on your work skills or experience. Considering certain criteria like education, work experience, knowledge of English or French, age and other relevant criteria, skilled workers are selected to be permanent residents.

For the US students between 18-30 to travel and work in Canada for up to six months, the Canadian government -affiliated outfit -SWAP (Students Work Abroad Program) exists. Up to three months without visa, EU and US citizen may enter Canada. Expect a personal interview, medical test and background check if you are submitting the application for a residence permit.

It is seen that the economy gets a helpful boost from foreign workers though majority of the work force in Canada consists of permanent residents and Canadian citizens. There lies a remarkable contribution to the economy of Canada from people coming after learning how to work in Canada.




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