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Look for a Job?
Working in Your Profession
I've Got the Job!
Self-Employed/Starting a Business

Looking for a Job?

For most newcomers, finding employment is a top priority. However, finding a job is one of the most challenging tasks. It is very important to stay positive during the process and not to become discouraged.

Before You Start, Be Prepared!	English Language Skills Employment Credentials Assessment Evaluating Educational Credentials English Language Skills Canadian Experience? Self-Assessment What do employers look for? Critical Skills You Need in the Workplace Career Strategies for New Immigrants Video Clip: See What Employers Expect!
How Do I Start My Job Search?	How Do I Start My Job Search? York Region Employment Resources Centre Specialized employment centres, providing information and services for people looking for work. Choosing the Right Career Match a career to your skills. Try Career Cruising from Markham. JobSkills Employment advisors provide information and referrals to job search programs and services and will assist in the development of your personalized Return to Work Action Plan. Job Search Workshop A program that can help you find a job in Ontario. This is a three-or four- day workshop that will give you job search tools and help you succeed in the Canadian job market COSTI Employment information provided by a community-based multicultural agency to all immigrant communities, new Canadians and individuals in need of assistance. JVS Toronto An organization that provides free employment services.
Job Bank	Job Bank Town of Markham Employment Services Information to help you find a job. York Region Employment Placement Services Provides individuals with the resources they need to help them find paid employment in competitive jobs. York Region Practice Firm A unique adult learning environment which simulates all administrative functions of a real business; however, the production and transfer of goods is virtual. YMCA Business Centre at York Region: 905-948-9622 Employment Ontario A training and employment network from the Government of Ontario. Service Descriptions are offered in 23 different languages. GOjobs Job bank maintained by the Government of Ontario. Ontario Job Future Ontario Workinfonet Wow Jobs
Apply For A Job	Applying For A Job Information about companies in Ontario ProConnect Program Designed to assist and support internationally educated and trained professionals who are seeking employment in their profession.

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Working in Your Profession

Working In Your Profession	Working In Your Profession Where can I get information about how to work in my profession in Ontario? Centre for Internationally Trained Professionals & Tradespeople Unique programs that assist internationally trained professionals and tradespeople to secure work related to their skills and professional background. Skills International An on-line, searchable database of candidate profiles that connects pre-screened, internationally trained individuals with employers who need their skills. Online (Access to Sector-Specific Professional English Communication and Terminology Skills) Assists unemployed and under-employed internationally trained professionals with sector-specific workplace communication training, information and referral, employment advice and peer support, using an online format. Job Connect Program Designed to assist and support newcomers who are seeking employment in their profession or trade through a continuum of service options.

Working In Your Profession

Working In Your Profession
Where can I get information about how to work in my profession in Ontario?
Centre for Internationally Trained Professionals & Tradespeople
Unique programs that assist internationally trained professionals and tradespeople to secure work related to their skills and professional background.
Skills International
An on-line, searchable database of candidate profiles that connects pre-screened, internationally trained individuals with employers who need their skills.
Online (Access to Sector-Specific Professional English Communication and Terminology Skills)
Assists unemployed and under-employed internationally trained professionals with sector-specific workplace communication training, information and referral, employment advice and peer support, using an online format.
Job Connect Program
Designed to assist and support newcomers who are seeking employment in their profession or trade through a continuum of service options.

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I've Got the Job!

Once you are employed, you and your employer are subject to certain standards that must be followed.

Ontario Employment Standards	Ontario Employment Standards
Your Rights at Work: Employment Standards Act	Employment Standards Act (Also available in Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, Dari, Farsi, French, Greek, Gujarati, Italian, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Tamil, Urdu, Vietnamese) Basic Working Conditions Minimum Wage Hours of Work / Overtime Pay Public Holidays Vacation Pregnancy and Parental Leave Emergency and Family Medical Leave Termination / Severance Pay How to File a Claim
	What are my human rights at work? Harassment or Discrimination? Protecting Employees: Information on How You are Protected Claim Your Right: a Step-by-Step Guide on How to File a Claim (Also available in Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, Dari, Farsi, French, Greek, Gujarati, Italian, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Tamil Tagalog, Tamil, Urdu, Vietnamese) Ontario Human Rights Commission Toll-free: 1-800-387-9080 Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Toll-free: 1-800-387-0750

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Self-Employed/Starting a Business

Self-Employed	What is self-employment? How do I start my own business? Three Ways to Start a Business I am a business immigrant, what help is available?
Starting a Business	Markham Public Library - Small Business Web Opening a new business? How do I get money to open and operate a business? Licensing and Regulations

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