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November 18, 2019 1 Comment

Myth busters: Is Canadian work experience necessary to find meaningful employment?

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The lack of Canadian experience is one of the most common obstacles for newcomers as they pursue meaningful work in their new country. Many report that they continue to face this challenge even after two or more years of living in Canada. But, what does “lack of Canadian work experience” actually mean?

In this webinar:

Our panel of industry experts advise participants on job search strategies and discuss keys questions such as:

  • Do Canadian employers hire job seekers who are the right fit for the role regardless of the fact that they are newcomers?
  • Can survival jobs count as Canadian work experience?
  • Where does the law stand when it comes to employers asking about Canadian work experience?
  •  How can internationally trained professionals demonstrate to Canadian employers that they have what it takes to fit in Canadian workplaces?

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By Donna Chabot Filed Under: Career Voice: Blog Tagged With: Canada Job, canada job search, canadian experience, employment in Canada, immigrant job search, immigrant to canada, newcomer, working in Canada

March 22, 2017 2 Comments

CanPrep Webinar: Using LinkedIn To Build Your Canadian Professional Network

Building professional connections is a great way to find opportunities that could lead to employment – especially when you are a newcomer to Canada. Networking with professionals in your field for information and career growth should be an important aspect of every newcomer’s job search strategy.

Using LinkedIn to build your Canadian professional network

The good news is that you can start building your professional network even before you arrive – for example – by using LinkedIn as a professional networking tool.
This was the topic of discussion for CanPrep‘s webinar.

This interactive webinar shares insights on LinkedIn’s professional profiling techniques and how to maximize this tool to further your job search and market your skills in the Canadian job market. This webinar recording will provide information on:

  • Why using LinkedIn is important for job search in Canada
  • LinkedIn profile guide: what’s expected in Canada, tips to make your profile standout
  • Current hiring trends using LinkedIn
  • Starting a network from scratch
  • How to connect to the industry in Canada

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By Donna Chabot Filed Under: Career Voice: Blog Tagged With: canada job search, CanPrep, CanPrep Webinar, linkedin, network, online networking, Pre-arrival

January 25, 2017 Leave a Comment

CanPrep Webinar: How-to Guide to Information Interviews

Information interviews are one-on-one meetings you can request (in person / online) to learn more about another person’s job, organization, sector and industry. This can be used as an effective tool in your Canadian job search process.

When you’re a newcomer to Canada, building professional connections and conducting information interviews is a great way to find opportunities that could lead to employment. Having conversations with professionals in your field for information and career growth should be part of your job search and is an effective way to network and build your personal brand.

CanPrep program offers insightful e-Learning modules that cover topics like Information Interviews, Online Networking, Canadian Resume and Cover Letter.

This interactive webinar presented by the Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC) in partnership with JVS Toronto (CanPrep),  shares insights from employers on how to network and build social capital through information interviews focusing on what you can do prior to your arrival in Canada.

After viewing the webinar, you will:

  • Identify how to use information interviews to enhance your job search before coming to Canada
  • Learn about approaches you can take to arrange and conduct information interviews prior to arriving
  • Understand the value of information interviews from the perspective of employers

Click on the “Play” button to view the webinar. Watch out for our follow-up blog post on this topic where we respond to some Frequently Asked Questions on Information Interviews in Canada.


Our Panelists:

  • Anna Kostecka, Manager, Learning Initiatives, TRIEC
  • Melissa Magder, Senior Manager, Inclusion, Scotiabank
  • Peter Hawkins, Owner, MELLOHAWK Logistics

Facilitator:

  • Irene Vaksman, Director, Newcomer Services, JVS Toronto

By Donna Chabot Filed Under: Career Voice: Blog Tagged With: canada employment, Canada Job, canada job search, CanPrep

October 17, 2016 Leave a Comment

CanPrep Webinar: Harnessing the Power of Networking for Professional Success

When you’re a Newcomer to Canada, building professional connections is a great way to find opportunities that could lead to employment. Networking with professionals in your field for information and career growth should be part of your job search and is a great way to build your personal brand.

This interactive webinar is Presented by JVS Toronto (CanPrep) in partnership with the Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC). The webinar will help you gain insights on how to network and build social capital through specialized groups and volunteerism for professional integration and success.

You will learn about:

  • Increased awareness of specialized programs and how these programs can help with successful networking.
  • Gain greater knowledge on how skills-based volunteering can assist with achieving professional goals.
  • Hear an Internationally Educated Professional share how networking helped to grow his personal brand and successfully settle in Canada.

Click on the “Play” button to view the webinar.


Our Panelists:

  • Monina Febria, Program Coordinator, Professional Immigrant Networks (PINs), TRIEC
  • Paula Speevak, President and CEO, Volunteer Canada
  • Renan Orquiza, P.Eng. Project Manager, Watters Environmental Group Inc.

Facilitator:

  • Irene Vaksman, Director, Newcomer Services, JVS Toronto

To register for more informative webinars and other services offered by CanPrep, click here: https://www.jvstoronto.org/pre-arrival/canprep/#canprep-registration


By Donna Chabot Filed Under: Career Voice: Blog Tagged With: canada job search, CanPrep, Pre-arrival, volunteer in Canada

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