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Dear Rishab,
It would be really greatful if you canlet us know how to draft a canadian style CV. Please forward to wbdurano@hotmail.com
Also, are they entertaining an applicants not currently living in CA ie. will be landing on Dec 2012.
Thank you very much.
Tworonto
@ tworontwo I will send you a copy of my CV which you can use as reference while modifying yours. In my personal experience its extremely difficult to get a job when you are not in Canada, as the speed at which jobs close when they do close is super fast. The employer will meet you today and then if they like you it will all be done and you will get your offer by the end of the week..I got 2 offers here the first one I got was super fast, attended the interview in the morning and had the offer in the evening, but they werent paying much, the second one which I have taken up took 2 weeks to complete. So in my opinion, you would stand a better chance if you are here in person.
All the Best & God Bless
Cheers,
Rishab
@mehratm & tworontwo...sent you both a copy of my CV.
Senior Java Developer - Montreal,QC
http://careers2.hiredesk.net/viewjobs/JobDetail.asp?Comp=Alteo&sPERS_ID=&TP_ID=1&JB_ID=&PROJ_ID={D4BDD130-D37A-47D9-AA30-7D25BE5E8189}&LAN=en-US&BackUrl=Welcome/Default.asp
Senior .NET Developer - Montreal,QC
http://careers2.hiredesk.net/viewjobs/JobDetail.asp?Comp=Alteo&sPERS_ID=&TP_ID=1&JB_ID=&PROJ_ID={34BC7380-704B-4A83-ACB6-4CD9D1503507}&LAN=en-US&BackUrl=Welcome/Default.asp
Web Developer - Toronto,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-04-2012.htm#job1
Desktop Support - Vancouver,BC
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-04-2012.htm#job2
Senior Java Developer or Java Developer - Waterloo,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-04-2012.htm#job3
.NET and C# Software Development and Engineering - Montreal,QC
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-04-2012.htm#job4
Graphic Web Designer - Montreal,QC
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-04-2012.htm#job5
Software Trainer - Toronto,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-04-2012.htm#job6
Junior Programmer Analyst - Halifax,NS
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-04-2012.htm#job7
PHP Developer - Toronto,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-04-2012.htm#job8
iOS Developer - Toronto,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-04-2012.htm#job9
Sr I.T. Security Analyst - Toronto,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-04-2012.htm#job10
All the Best & God Bless
Cheers
Rishab
Hi Rishab,
can you send me a copy of Canadian sample resume @ debasishrath@gmail.com
Regards
Debasish
@debasish...sent it...all the best!!
C Linux Network Developer - Montreal,QC
http://www.kovasys.com/tabid/91/jobid/1339/language/en-US/Default.aspx
Graphic Designer - Toronto,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-05-2012.htm#job1
Sr. J2EE Developer / Team Lead - Vancouver,BC
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-05-2012.htm#job2
User Interface Developer - Burnaby,BC
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-05-2012.htm#job3
.NET Developer Custom Solutions - Vancouver,BC
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-05-2012.htm#job4
Senior Systems Engineer - Vancouver,BC
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-05-2012.htm#job5
C/C++ Developer - Toronto,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-05-2012.htm#job6
Senior C#.NET Software Developer - Toronto,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-05-2012.htm#job7
Data Specialist - Montreal,QC
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-05-2012.htm#job8
ASP.net Programmer - Concord,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-05-2012.htm#job9
Sr. Java Developer - Mississauga, ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-05-2012.htm#job10
Programmer Analyst - Scarborough, ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-05-2012.htm#job11
Systems Engineer Infrastructure - Scarborough, ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-05-2012.htm#job12
All the Best & God Bless
Cheers,
Rishab
Hi Rishab,
First of all congratulations on your new job in Canada.
I've recently started exploring Canada immigration process, and I came across this forum after getting myself assessed by Campbell Cohen law firm. Since I am not an engineering graduate (Diploma in Computer Engg), and with only 13 yrs of full time education, I believe I would only qualify for QSW category. The law firm has stated we can start the immigration process immediately but I dont want to rush in so soon. I'm a Network Management professional with 9 yrs of experience specializing in Network Management (NMS) toolsets. I am an expert in NMS domain, and also have got a few certifications to substantiate my skills. I consider myself very lucky to have had an opportunity to work with Fortune500 companies in India, but do you believe an undergraduate with IT skills stand a chance getting a decent job in Canada?
I appreciate all the effort you're taking to guide newcomers like us.
Thanks,
Mukesh
@MukMak
In my honest opinion, once you move out of India nobody care about your degree/diploma, in my own case I did a degree called Bachelor of Corporate Secretaryship from University of Madras in 2000 and as of 2003-4 the university itself has discontinued this stream!! and the degree doesnt exist in India anymore. Unless you are a medical professional I dont think your degree really matters in Canada it only serves to prove the point that you are a suitably educated person. What really matters here is your experience, professional certifications and your ability to articulate, prove your skills and convince your future employer about your capability to do the job for which you are applying. This is what worked in my case I have a PMP and ITIL certificate both of which are internationally recognized, I have 12 yrs of work exp which I have explained well in my CV and in person. At the end of the day the companies in Canada are hiring you for your abilities and skills and not a Degree...which is anyways irrelevant to them because it was obtained in another country whose educational systems have nothing in common with Canadian educational systems.
The only thing you should worry about is that you qualify for QSW which is specific to Quebec and to work in Quebec FRENCH is a must....even if the job doesnt require French the company and your colleagues will expect you to know French because its the official language. So being bilingual and the ability to communicate effectively in french is a must if you want to survive in Quebec...and since you are coming as a provincial nominee it means that atleast initially you have no choice but to find work in Quebec and live there, unlike a FSW (Federal Skilled Worker) application which gives you rights to live anywhere and work, a provincial nomination program has some initial restrictions.
All the Best & God Bless,
Cheers
Rishab
Business/Technical Analyst - Calgary,AB
http://www.westworks.ca/viewjob.php?id=1271
Technical Business Analyst - Calgary,AB
http://www.westworks.ca/viewjob.php?id=1270
Systems Analyst / Developer - Toronto,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-06-2012.htm#job1
Senior Software Engineer - Gastown,BC
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-06-2012.htm#job2
Front End Engineer - Gastown,BC
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-06-2012.htm#job3
SaaS Systems Administrator - Gastown,BC
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-06-2012.htm#job4
CRM Support Analyst - Burnaby,BC
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-06-2012.htm#job5
Customer Support Technician - Sherwood Park,AB
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-06-2012.htm#job6
Senior SharePoint Developer - Ottawa,ON - Toronto,ON - New Brunswick
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-06-2012.htm#job7
SharePoint Architect/Developer - Ottawa,ON - Toronto,ON - New Brunswick
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-06-2012.htm#job8
Intermediate Computer Technician - Red Deer,AB
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-06-2012.htm#job9
Visual C++ Programmers / Developers - Calgary,AB
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-06-2012.htm#job10
IT Administrator - Toronto,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-06-2012.htm#job11
Developer - Markham,ON
http://www.it-careers.ca/jobslisting-september-06-2012.htm#job12
All the Best & God Bless
Cheers,
Rishab
rishabshanker said:
@ MukMak
In my honest opinion, once you move out of India nobody care about your degree/diploma, in my own case I did a degree called Bachelor of Corporate Secretaryship from University of Madras in 2000 and as of 2003-4 the university itself has discontinued this stream!! and the degree doesnt exist in India anymore. Unless you are a medical professional I dont think your degree really matters in Canada it only serves to prove the point that you are a suitably educated person. What really matters here is your experience, professional certifications and your ability to articulate, prove your skills and convince your future employer about your capability to do the job for which you are applying. This is what worked in my case I have a PMP and ITIL certificate both of which are internationally recognized, I have 12 yrs of work exp which I have explained well in my CV and in person. At the end of the day the companies in Canada are hiring you for your abilities and skills and not a Degree...which is anyways irrelevant to them because it was obtained in another country whose educational systems have nothing in common with Canadian educational systems.
The only thing you should worry about is that you qualify for QSW which is specific to Quebec and to work in Quebec FRENCH is a must....even if the job doesnt require French the company and your colleagues will expect you to know French because its the official language. So being bilingual and the ability to communicate effectively in french is a must if you want to survive in Quebec...and since you are coming as a provincial nominee it means that atleast initially you have no choice but to find work in Quebec and live there, unlike a FSW (Federal Skilled Worker) application which gives you rights to live anywhere and work, a provincial nomination program has some initial restrictions.
All the Best & God Bless,
Cheers
Rishab
Hi Rishab,
Thanks for your reply.
Yes, learning French is a must if I need to increase my chances of being selected. Campbell Cohen is also offering a french learning course free as part of their service offerings for a limited period, to gain "high beginner" level proficiency. Though its not going to be easy at all I'm sure. About the restrictions, they told me that during the application process, applicants should have the intention of living in the province of Quebec. After landing in Canada, a successful applicant will then have the right to live and work anywhere they wish, for any employer they want, anywhere in Canada.
As for the law firm, would you recommend using their services? I know lot of people say its not really necessary to hire a lawyer/consultant, but for a Provincial category such as QSW it can sometimes get complex. Reading through reviews, I find they are very good, and haven't really seen a negative feedback about their services. Their fees is much higher campared to some of the immigration consultants we have in India, who have shocking reviews and complaints against them.
One last question if you dont mind please. Once you get your VISA, is there a deadline for the applicant to land in Canada? Suppose, if he doesnt get a suitable job and decides to return back after some months, does it affect his VISA?
Thanks again, and have a great weekend!!
Cheers,
Mukesh
Hello Rishab,
I read your topic and it’s very interesting and helpful.
I’m from France and my wife and I decided to move to Toronto.
I’m a BI consultant and hope I can get a similar job in TO (at least in this environment)
If possible, can you please mail me a copy of your Canadian format CV in order to prepare my coming to TO?
Bellow my mail address:
chung.olivier@gmail.com
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
Best regards,
Olivier
Hi Rishab
Could you please mail me ur CV to bsap.dwh@gmail.com
And one more clarification,
Is my 5 yrs of IT experience in India would be considered?
How abt my B.E degree..will it be valued?
Thanks,
@Mukesh
1. I dont thin a provicinal PR will let you land in the province and then move out of the provice for work. please check this on www.cic.gc.ca
2. Using a lawyer/consultant is individual preference. In my case I used one and it made the process simpler and less of a headache for me, but some other people have got cheated badly when they used a consultant, so its completely upto you, dont just check this forum alone, check other forums to see what people are saying about different consultants, do your research thoroughly before investing any money. I have not used Cohen's services so I cannot vouch for them, sorry
3. Yes once your PR visa is issued you have a timelimit within which you have do your landing in Canada and even after that depending on what type of PR you hold (provincial or federal) there are regulations to be followed to maintain the status of the PR this also you can check on the CIC website I have mentioned in point no.1
Hope this provides some clarity.
All the Best & God Bless
Cheers,
Rishab
@ochung...sent you a copy of my CV, pls check
@Ainp01....yes your Indian IT exp will be considered but only to an extent, you really have to prove through your CV and interviews that you have the skills for the job, its not like India where you get a job purely based on experience or CV, here its a combination of everything including luck!! sent you a copy of my CV, pls check
All the best & God Bless
Cheers,
Rishab
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