Resume

How to Edit and Proofread your Resume so that Recruiters See it
Steps you can take to edit and proofread your resume so that recruiters consider you for a job.
How do I create a Canadian-style resume in order to find a job?
Some tips to help you prepare a professional resume that will get notices in the Canadian job market.
What do I include in my Canadian resume? What do I exclude?
Canadian resumes might be different from resumes in other countries. You need to create your resume in a way that is familiar to Canadian employers.

How do I find a job in corporate finance?
Tips for what employers in the finance sector look for when hiring a new candidate.
How do I create a good cover letter?
Your cover letter is your sales pitch. You are the product. A good cover letter can help you get an interview. These tips can help you create a good cover letter.
How do I make sure that my resume and cover letter are well written?
It is important for you to learn how to check your own cover letter and resume, as there will be times when you will not have an employment counsellor around, but you need to send out a job application.

Where can I get free help with my cover letter and resume?
In Ontario, there are many agencies that can help you find work. Your local Employment Resource Centre has staff to help you create, improve or review your resume.
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.
How do I apply for a job?
To apply for a job in Canada, usually you have to send a cover letter and a resume to the employer.

How do I look for a job in Canada?
You can look at job postings in the employment section of your local newspaper. You can also search online. Lots of people find jobs this way. While this is the easiest way of looking for a job, it is not always the most effective.

How to Edit and Proofread your Resume so that Recruiters See it