Frequently Asked Questions About Working and Finding a Job in Canada

Can I take my family with me to Canada after finding a job?

Yes! Your spouse and dependent children can apply for a visa and come to Canada at the same time as your work visa. Your spouse can get an open work permit, and your child can go to school and study.

What is the easiest way to find a job in Canada?

• Search the internet for job openings and companies that recruit.
• Network with employers who have immigrated to Canada.
• Try to raise your language standards.
• Consider meeting with employers in person.
• Gain work experience by volunteering.
• Write your resume in the Canadian resume format.

How to get a job offer in Canada?

• Write your resume according to Canadian standards.
• Write a cover letter that Canadian employers will love.
• Make sure you use LinkedIn to your advantage and to find a job.
• Apply for jobs that suit you.

What are the benefits of working in Canada?

• Canada offers a global health and treatment program.
• Canada has legal benefits for employees.
• The cost of living in some Canadian cities is relatively affordable.
• By using Employment Insurance (EI), you have job security.
  You have Social Security benefits.
• You will get a pay raise and paid time off.
  You will be given maternity leave.
• If you are ill, you can take sick leave.
• The working day is 5 days a week and you have 20 days a year off with pay.

·         What is the job market like in Canada?

·         According to data from Statistics Canada in April 2023, about 41,400 new job openings were added in Canada. The unemployment rate has remained almost flat at its lowest level since December 2022, at 5 per cent.

·         Is Canada better to work for than the U.S.?

·         You'll earn more in the U.S., but Canada offers more maternity leave, better social benefits, and superior health care. In addition, although the average Canadian workweek is slightly higher than in the U.S., it's much easier to get a Canadian work visa than a U.S. work visa!

What are the benefits of being in Canada for job seeking?

• Use the help of non-profit  organizations that hold free resume writing workshops and even help you find a job and offer a job.
• Ability to do volunteer work to boost your resume and increase your chances of being hired
• Ability to participate in federal internships to build a resume and network

What is Canada looking for employees in?

• Generally, jobs in the health sector, technology, and science are the most in-demand in Canada.

·         What is the Average Salary in Canada?

·         In 2023, the average annual wage in Canada was $42,082. The annual wage varies widely depending on the province, age, gender, and industry.

·         Can I get a job offer in Canada without a work permit?

·         Most non-Canadians or foreigners who want to work in Canada must obtain a work permit. A work permit is a legal document that allows non-Canadians to work in Canada and receive wages from a Canadian employer. However, in certain circumstances, a foreigner may also work in Canada without a work permit.

·         Can I get a job offer from outside Canada?

·         If you are not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you may need a work permit and an LMIA to be able to work in Canada, and your job offer will lead to a contract and work in Canada. However, it is possible to get a job offer from outside Canada. We at Visa Mondial can find you a job in Canada based on your resume and abilities and negotiate with Canadian employers to interview you. They should do something!

·         Can tourists also work in Canada?

·         Tourists are not allowed to work in Canada without a work permit! In order to work in Canada, you must change your status from a tourist to a work permit holder, or get a work visa. Keep in mind, however, that having a tourist visa does not in itself prevent you from looking for work!

·         Which province is best for finding a job in Canada?

·         The best Canadian provinces for job placement are Quebec, British Columbia, and Ontario, which have the most job opportunities.

·         Can I go directly to Canada to work?

·         If you apply through the immigration pathways associated with a work visa, you can go directly to Canada to work. Of course, you must be eligible for a Canadian work visa.

·         Which province in Canada has the highest average wage?

·         Province of Alberta.

·         The province of Alberta gives the highest wages among Canadian provinces, followed by the province of British Columbia.

·         Which Canadian provinces have the best jobs in IT ?

·         The provinces of Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec, and Saskatchewan.

·         Do I need an IELTS certificate to find a job in Canada and get a work permit?

·         If you are planning to go to Canada with the Express Entry system, one of the requirements is to have IELTS General. However, in methods other than Express Entry, you may not be required to have an IELTS certificate unless it is mandatory by your employer.

What is volunteering and how does it help boost your resume?

Volunteering means working or providing services voluntarily and without pay. Volunteering can help to:

• Gain Canadian work experience.
• Improve your English or French.
• Network and meet more people.
• See more Canadians and make more friends.
• Find people who will be your reference in the future.
• Show potential employers that you're a hard-working person.

How do I find a volunteer job in Canada?

•  Search the Internet for the name of your city + "Volunteer."
• Talk to an immigrant service organisation.
• Go to the Volunteer Canada  website to find  volunteer work opportunities.

·         What are Federal Internships for Newcomers?

·          The Federal Internship for Newcomers (FIN)  is a government benefit for newcomers to Canada. This program allows eligible individuals to gain Canadian work experience and work with municipal, province, and government agencies.

·         Each participant in this course will benefit from the guidance of a public service consultant. Of course, one of the conditions for being able to participate in federal internships is that you are a permanent resident of Canada, for example, you entered Canada through routes such as Express Entry, which are permanent residents.

·         Can I work after arriving in Canada?

·         If you do not have a work permit, i.e. you are not in Canada with a work permit and your immigration is of a different type (e.g., you came to Canada on a tourist visa), you must obtain a work permit in order to work in Canada.