Working in Canada

Working in a new country means learning about Canadian workplace culture and the labour market. Find out what you need to know about working in Canada.

Workplace Culture

  • How hard is it to find work in Ontario?

    It is not easy to find work in Canada that corresponds with your skills and experience. You need to find out what employers expect, in your specific occupation or industry, in the city where you plan to settle.

  • Professional Immigrant Networks (PINs)

    PINs associations help their members prepare for the Canadian workplace and connect to employment opportunities. They are run by and for skilled immigrants. To learn about PINs associations, search the directory for an association in your field.

  • I have a disability. How do I ask for accommodations at work?

    You can ask for reasonable accommodations at any point during your employment once you know that you need a change in your job due to your disability.

  • What is Canadian etiquette at work?

    This article is for anyone who has questions about what might be considered appropriate behavior in the workplace. A typical workplace will include people from many different cultural, educational and religious backgrounds.

  • How do I keep my job?

    Once you get a job, there are things you can do to ensure that you will stay employed and progress in your career. To do your job well you should also develop yourself professionally and maintain a good relationship with your co-workers.

  • What do Canadian Employers want?

    It is sometimes not enough to have hard skills, or technical skills. Canadian employers want to hire people who also have soft skills.
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Labour Market Information

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Taxes

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