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A con, a ruse, a hustle or just plain old fraud. Whatever term people use there are all kinds of scams out there that criminals can benefit from. There are many tricks to get your money or valuable personal information.

Unfortunately, these forms of fraud have now moved on to targeting job seekers, especially newcomers who may not be aware of the laws and regulations in Canada, along with the proper legal process and procedures of obtaining employment.

We can help with some general suggestions and tips for you.

How is the job search going?  I know, frustrating right?  Stick with it! If you are doing all the right things such as knowing which job titles to begin your search with, being connected to different job search engines (Indeed, LinkedIn, Simplyhired etc.), and remembering to check the job search notifications regularly, then you should find a good match eventually. 

Imagine you’ve struck gold! You’ve found exactly what you’re looking for: you meet the requirements, and your experience fits the description…Check, Check: Jackpot! Full speed ahead. You are ready to apply! 

Hold up a second, let’s pump the breaks a little and not be such an eager beaver (Canadian reference, eh?) 

The moment you’ve been waiting for has finally arrived, and the resume you submitted last week, caught the attention of a potential employer! As the excitement begins to wear off, you feel a sinking feeling in your gut, and the nerves begin to kick in. You start to wonder, what on Earth are you going to say and do at the time of your interview. Well, thankfully Centre for Skills has got you covered! 

The employment rate in Canada returned to pre-pandemic levels and the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) is finished for the most part. The good news is, there are plenty of jobs out there. Local companies are looking to hire full time or part time staff and many small businesses are having a hard time recruiting new employees.   

“For workers reluctant to get back to the workforce, perhaps it’s not just about finding a job. It might just be about finding the right job.”