TY  - BOOK
AU  - Cheinis,Efim
AU  - Sproule,Dale
TI  - How to Find a Job in Canada: Common Problems and Effective Solutions 
SN  - 9780195427950 (pbk.) :
PY  - 2008///
CY  - Don Mills, Ont.
PB  - Oxford University Press
KW  - Immigrants
KW  - Employment
KW  - Canada
KW  - Job hunting
KW  - Handbooks, manuals, etc
KW  - Travail
KW  - Recherche d'emploi
KW  - Guides, manuels, etc
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index; ''How to Find a Job in Canada: Common Problems and Effective Solutions is a complete job guide that addresses topics from a newcomer's perspective, such as resume writing, composing cover letters, and interviewing techniques. The book also features topics that are specific to immigrants' concerns, including pre-arrival preparation, survival jobs, and newcomer employment services; Written in clear language, the chapters are presented in a problem and solution format on two-page spreads along with tips and real-life experiences from immigrants and employers. ''How to Find a Job in Canada provides the necessary guidance for newcomers to overcome problem of having no Canadian experience, while helping them reach their full potential in the Canadian job market; Who will this book help?; People who aren't reaching their full potential in their Canadian careers; Newcomers who want to know their training and education options; Immigrants who are trying to understand how to find a job in Canada; People preparing to immigrate to Canada; Written by Efim Cheinis, a Russian immigrant who lived through the difficulties of finding a job in Canada, and Dale Sproule, the publisher of Canadian Newcomer Magazine, this book combines their experiences and knowledge.'' (Book Cover); TABLE OF CONTENTS; Foreword; Introduction; Section 1: Preparation; Unit 1: Before You Arrive; 1.1 Newcomers and the Canadian Job Market; 1.2 What Are Your Pros and Cons?; 1.3 Making Your Pre-departure Plan; 1.4 How Your Occupation Is Classified in Canada; 1.5 Regulated Occupations in Canada; 1.6 Evaluating Your Credentials; 1.7 Organize Your References; 1.8 Create an Inventory of Your Skills; 1.9 Upgrade Your Skill with Distance Education; 1.10 The Canadian Immigration Integration Project; 1.11 Helpful Guides for Newcomers; 1.12 Making Your Arrival Plan; 1.13 Unit Summary; Unit 2: Preparing for Your Job Search; 2.1 The Art of Job Searching in Canada; 2.2 The Art of the Follow-Up; 2.3 Applying for a Social Insurance Number of Work Permit; 2.4 Understanding Your Skills and Qualifications; 2.5 Understanding Employability Skills; 2.6 Improve Your Language Skills; 2.7 Obtaining a Professional License in Canada; 2.8 Changing Your Occupation; 2.9 Human Resources in Canada; 2.10 Finding Information in Public Libraries; 2.11 Canadian Job Market Futures; 2.12 Social Assistance for the Unemployed; 2.13 Gain Canadian Experience; 2.14 Volunteering in Canada; 2.15 Create Your Portfolio; 2.16 How to Fill Out Job Application Forms; 2.17 Unit Summary; Unit 3: Studying in Canada; 3.1 Study for Success; 3.2 What to Choose - College or University?; 3.3 Applying for College; 3.4 Applying for University; 3.5 Applying for a Student Loan; 3.6 Scholarships in Canada; 3.7 Canadian Apprenticeships; 3.8 Free Adult Education; 3.9 Continuing Education; 3.10 Unit Summary; Unit 4: Survival Jobs; 4.1 Survival Jobs; 4.2 Temporary Job Agencies; 4.3 Caregivers; 4.4 Security Guards; 4.5 Cleaners; 4.6 Drivers; 4.7 Labourers; 4.8 The Food Industry; 4.9 Seasonal Work; 4.10 Unit Summary; Section 2: Your Job Search; Unit 5: The Visible Job Market; 5.1 The Visible Job Market; 5.2 Newspaper Classified Ads; 5.3 Magazine Job Ads; 5.4 Job-Scam Ads; 5.5 Provincial Job Banks; 5.6 Industrial Job Banks; 5.7 Responding to Job Ads; 5.8 Unit Summary; Unit 6: The Hidden Job Market; 6.1 The Hidden Job Market; 6.2 Find Employers Locally, Provincially, and Nationally; 6.3 Find Employers by Industry; 6.4 The Art of Networking; 6.5 Cold Calls; 6.6 Cold-Calling Script; 6.7 Job Fairs; 6.8 Employment Agencies; 6.9 Resume Banks; 6.10 Unit Summary; Unit 7: Employment Services in Canada; 7.1 Service Canada Centres; 7.2 Employment Resource Centres; 7.3 Professional and Trade Associations in Canada; 7.4 Job Finding Clubs; 7.5 Employment Resources for Young People; 7.6 Employment Resources for Women; 7.7 Employment Programs for Mature or Disabled Workers; 7.8 Unit Summary; Unit 8: Career Assistance for New Canadians; 8.1 Newcomers Employment Services; 8.2 ERCs for Newcomers; 8.3 Assisted Job-Search Programs; 8.4 Support for Tradespeople; 8.5 Mentoring Programs; 8.6 Immigrant Employment Loan Program; 8.7 Bridge-Training Programs; 8.8 Foreign Credentials Referral Office; 8.9 Skills International Service; 8.10 Unit Summary; Unit 9: Resume Writing; 9.1 What Is a Resume?; 9.2 Preparing to Write Your Resume; 9.3 How to Write a Resume in Chronological Format; 9.4 How to Write a Resume in Functional Format; 9.5 How to Write a Sample Resume in Chronological Format; 9.6 A Sample Resume in Functional Format; 9.7 How to Write an Electronic Format; 9.8 A Sample Resume in Electronic Format; 9.9 Resumes for Specific Occupations; 9.10 Typical Mistakes in Newcomers' Resumes; 9.11 Writing a Top-Quality Cover Letter; 9.12 Distributing Your Resume; 9.13 Why Didn't You Get an Interview?; 9.14 Unit Summary; Unit 10: Effective Interviewing; 10.1 How Do Interviews Work?; 10.2 The Telephone Interview; 10.3 The Informational Interview; 10.4 Preparing for Interviews; 10.5 Effective Interview Behaviours; 10.6 What Questions Will Be Asked at the Interviews?; 10.7 How to Answer Behavioural Questions; 10.8 Questions about Immigration and Culture; 10.9 Recognize and Deal with Illegal Questions; 10.10 Questions You Should Ask at an Interview; 10.11 After the Interview; 10.12 Negotiating a Job Offer; 10.13 Why Weren't You Hired?; 10.14 Unit Summary; Unit 11: Internet Resources; 11.1 A Look at the World Wide Web; 11.2 Internet Job-Searching Help; 11.3 Learning Internet Job-Hunting Skills; 11.4 Job Search Engines; 11.5 Using Job Alert; 11.6 Unit Summary; Section 3: You're Hired - Now What?; Unit 12: How to Start and Maintain a New Job; 12.1 Understanding Employer Expectations; 12.2 Workplace Culture and Etiquette; 12.3 Emotional Intelligence; 12.4 Your First Days at a New Job; 12.5 Build Good Relationships with Your Co-Workers; 12.6 Build a Working Relationship with Your Manager; Conflicts at Work; Manage Your Career; Unit Summary; Unit 13: Your Rights at Work; 13.1 Employment and Labour Standards; 13.2 Hours of Work and Overtime; 13.3 Wages and Salaries; 13.4 Vacation Time; 13.5 Special Leaves; 13.6 Health and Safety Rules in the Workplace; 13.7 Human Rights; 13.8 Trade Unions in Canada; 13.9 Termination of Employment; 13.10 Employment Insurance; 13.11 Unit Summary; Section 4: Provincial and Territorial Job Markets; Unit 14: Provincial and Territorial Job Markets; 14.1 British Columbia; 14.2 Vancouver; 14.3 Alberta; 14.4 Calgary; 14.5 Edmonton; 14.6 Saskatchewan; 14.7 Manitoba; 14.8 Ontario; 14.9 Toronto; 14.10 Ottawa and Eastern Ontario; 14.11 Ontario's  Industrial Heartland; 14.12 Quebec (The Province); 14.13 Montreal; 14.14 New Brunswick; 14.15 Prince Edward Island; 14.16 Nova Scotia; 14.17 Newfoundland and Labrador; 14.18 Canada's Territories; 14.19 Unit Summary; Authors'Final Thoughts; Where Are They Now?; About the Authors; Index
ER  -