Relocating for Work in Canada

Only in Canada, eh.

You are considering a move to find work …

Perhaps you are forced to leave the area you know and love, or perhaps you are excited about the opportunities that await you elsewhere. Often it is a combination of both. Whatever your circumstances, doing a distance job search and moving to find work will present challenges as well as new opportunities.

This tutorial is designed to provide you with a plan to successfully relocate and find work,  and the resources or tools to assist you in conducting a successful distance job search. Each step will present links to resources on the Internet and available on the North Island to help you with your long distance job search.

Need help? A NIEFS employment advisor is waiting to help you. When ever you see this symbol, you can click on it and connect with a live human being who can assist you with your next step.

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Let the journey begin…

Going the Distance

 Get an overview of what you should know to find and move elsewhere to work.  This simple step-by-step plan will help you decide whether this is the right move for you
  • Start with yourself
  • Research your destination
  • Prepare your tools
  • Making contact
  • Make your move

Distance Job Search Tools Learn how to connect with employers and get your resume and cover letter to them from a distance. Consider some other cool ideas to show what you can do
  • E-mail, fax, phone contact
  • Electronic resumes
  • Electronic portfolios

Relocation Planner Here's some links and resources to check out other cities and help you plan your move
  • Job postings in other towns
  • Labour market information for other places
  • 'Hot spots' - where the work is
  • Red Seal Apprenticeship links
  • Rentals in other town
  • Budget Planner