Finding employment is a job in itself. From identifying the appropriate contacts to writing a cover letter, there are many challenges to be met and decisions to be made that will become part of your career planning. The collection of sites and information we have gathered is a focused way of trying to assist you throughout your job journey. You will find information about career options, labour market trends, and career-specific training, as well as job search skills and strategies.

The first thing you will need to work in Canada is a Social Insurance Number (SIN) issued by Human Resources and Social Development Canada.

• Social Insurance Number Application Form
• Useful tips on how to write résumés
• Writing effective cover letters
• Job interview tips
• 10 Essentials to Get That Job, An Employment Guide for Persons with Disabilities
• Publications on the Employment Standards Act
• Your Guide to Small Business - A Sound Business Approach to Setting Up Your Own Company
• Application for Employment Insurance benefits online