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Re: I got a job
Originally Posted by bodgerx
(Post 7715541)
I've been starred out! That last bit was
jobs in BC.. (!) However I think...and I hope.. that the one plus point is that Canada will recover sooner, its one of the few western developed countries that has not been affected as much as others such as the states and the UK... Heres hoping! Paul |
Re: I got a job
Originally Posted by The Ross Family
(Post 7722156)
Ann M
I knew I could do the job and I did tweak my resume and wrote and rewrote my covering letter to pin point all the things they quoted as wanting to see in an applicant. I had also thoroughly researched the Council on the website before the interview and added my personal UK experience within local govt in answering some of their interview questions. Maybe my UK experience helped but it was a hard interview and they made me do two really challenging tests as well once it was down to me and one other candidate. Hopefully that answers your question. The Ross Family |
Re: I got a job
Congrats to the OP.
We managed to get jobs in the midst of recession here in Québec. My OH only applied for one job and got it - so there are opportunities. The best advice I found for this economic climate was here: http://movetomontreal.ca/2009/06/15/...r-in-montreal/ |
Re: I got a job
Originally Posted by Canada2006
(Post 7722178)
Congrats to the OP.
We managed to get jobs in the midst of recession here in Québec. My OH only applied for one job and got it - so there are opportunities. The best advice I found for this economic climate was here: http://movetomontreal.ca/2009/06/15/...r-in-montreal/ June alone I sent out 45 resumes, all with cover letters specific to that job, one thing I am finding is employers rather have a college degree even when the job doesn't need one but there are so many new graduates out of work, its hard to compete. |
Re: I got a job
Originally Posted by Jsmth321
(Post 7722200)
There are always exceptions, but for majority looking for work right now its not as easy.
June alone I sent out 45 resumes, all with cover letters specific to that job, one thing I am finding is employers rather have a college degree even when the job doesn't need one but there are so many new graduates out of work, its hard to compete. May I ask what your line of work is? I work in engineering.....I suppose anything to do with manufacture is being hit very hard. Even casual work, many seem to want some sort of experience....or ask you the question of "why do you want an career with us?...." I dont!!! I just want to work, to earn some money! as there is nothing in my line of work! Sorry for the rant, its just very frustrating....however I do have a few other options I can try at the moment for casual work anyway. Got to keep trying..... |
Re: I got a job
Originally Posted by Paul_Shepherd
(Post 7722165)
.....not just BC... Canada.....altho its the same the world over, unfortunately its just not a good time to make that move!
However I think...and I hope.. that the one plus point is that Canada will recover sooner, its one of the few western developed countries that has not been affected as much as others such as the states and the UK... Heres hoping! Paul My son has been out of work ( and living with us :eek: for alsmost 10 months and partner and baby, he is an Architect still nothing, how sad to go through all that training and then what ? now both are them are thinking of going back to uni to get another degree :confused: his cousin also an Architect is working for a charity out on the streets :ohmy: The homes are selling here now thank goodness, thats a good sign and approved mortgages were up last month again :thumbsup: Good luck Paul:fingerscrossed: |
Re: I got a job
well done :thumbsup::thumbsup:
it took me awhile after getting here to land a job that fitted in with the family, although not a fab career move :unsure: i am working and the dollars help each month. well done again LB |
Re: I got a job
yepeeeeeeee:thumbsup::thumbsup:
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Re: I got a job
Originally Posted by The Ross Family
(Post 7713634)
Yes folks you may remember my former rants about not being able to get a job. Well happy to publish that I managed to snag one after all and in local government to boot! In fact this is my second week on the job and all is going well.
I know that I have been very, very fortunate not only to beat the other 100 candidates that applied but to be taken on on a SOWP and as a non-Canadian. So just to let you know that it is not totally impossible to find a job but it will take a lot longer than orginally thought! I still keep pinching myself! :D:D:D:D:D The Ross Family |
Re: I got a job
Well done hun. It's a start for you and the candadian work experience will stand you in good stead. Good luck for the future.
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