The pathway
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Work and career
Write a Canadian-style resume, find hidden jobs through networking, and understand basic workplace rights.
3 lessons · about 15 minutes
Lessons
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Lesson 1 · 5 min
Writing a Canadian-style resume
What to include, what to leave out, and how to show your experience abroad.
- Keep it to one or two pages and tailor it to each job.
- Leave out your photo, age and marital status.
- Show results, with numbers where you can.
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Lesson 2 · 5 min
Finding work through people
Many jobs are filled through connections. Here is how to build yours.
- Many jobs are filled through referrals.
- Informational interviews are about advice, not asking for a job.
- Contact your profession's regulator early if your job is regulated.
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Lesson 3 · 5 min
Your rights at work
Minimum wage, overtime, vacation and other basics under Ontario's Employment Standards Act.
- Employment standards protect most workers in Ontario.
- Overtime usually starts after 44 hours a week.
- Employers cannot hold your passport or charge you for a job.
Lessons open in the free Cayro app, so your progress is saved.