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Web Seminars (Webinars) and Video Clips

Immigrants and service providers talk about living in Winnipeg,
looking for work, workplace culture, and more.

Excellent resources to practice your English listening skills!

Importance of good planning

 

Finding Information

 

Importance of good English

Before you come to Canada

Have a good plan

Making smart decisions

   

Finding good websites

Government web sites

Entry Program

   

Need English for work

Writing and speaking

More practice speaking

              Language is a key competence
Qualifications recognition  
Life/Work in Manitoba
   

Take risks to learn faster

 

What to expect

Requirements for Manitoba

Get syllabus before you come

Make a portfolio

Assessment by a counsellor

Bridging programs

 

Variety of helpful services

Demand is variable

Aboriginal culture

CBC Podcasts

Be flexible and patient

 

 

 

Toastmasters

Nursing language courses

Be patient with yourself

CLB not for résumé

   
     
 At Work
             

Work Relationships: Integrating

Don’t be afraid to ask questions

Make sure you understand

Admit you don't know

Talk to people

Performance evaluation

Being on time

Being helpful

Continuous Learning: Be ready for the next move

Personal management skills

 

 
Finding Work
   
Job Interviews
   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Telling your story well

Survival Jobs: Follow a plan

Professional networking

Contacting employers directly

Don't give up

Volunteering to find work

Work experience programs
for Youth

Resume writing skills

Application Forms: avoid common mistakes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Job Interview as part of a process

Research before the interview

Not just an immigrant: highlight your skills!

Behavioural interviews

Asking your questions

Perfect fit for the team

Practise for the interview

Interview skills WEBINAR

 

 

 

 

 
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