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What you need to know about regulated and unregulated jobs in Canada
In Canada, the job market is diverse and offers a wide range of opportunities across various professional fields. It is...
Through SOPA I Learned to Highlight My Professional Background Abroad
Ayomide is from Nigeria, and she is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with a strong background in civil and...
Josiah’s Story: On the Right Path to a Successful Career
Josiah moved from Nigeria to iceberg-studded Newfoundland and Labrador in the middle of winter- January 2023. With temperatures often dropping...
Preparing For the Canadian Job Search
My name is Golam Sarwar, I am a certified professional data analyst with more than 10 years of experience in...
Guest Post: The Adventure – My New Life in Calgary
The adventure that is my new life in Calgary, Alberta began in the fall of 2022. Moving from Mumbai, India...
Moving To A New Country Is Never Easy But Pre-Arrival Programs Help Make It Easier
I am Cem Gurbuz, a permanent resident who came to Canada from Turkey in August 2022. My hometown is Gaziantep,...
Hiba’s Story | Seeking Guidance And Connections Is Key In Your Pre-arrival Plan
Hiba moved from Lebanon to Vancouver, BC, in October 2022. Hiba has a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, a master’s...
Newcomer Stories | Start Working on Your Job Search Before Your Arrival to be Prepared Right After
Three newcomers' stories of successfully finding a job in British Columbia (BC), Canada soon after their arrival! All of them...
Guest Post: Moving to Canada | A short guide to Post-arrival
This second part of this guide will walk you through the basic post-arrival experience. The guide will also list, explain...
Cultural Talks: Small Talk and Professional Communication
It is common for a person in Canada to say to a colleague, “How are you?” The other responds, “Fine,...
Virtual Events
Approved to immigrate to Canada? Join SOPA events to explore sector-specific industries, gain insights into Canadian workplace culture, and learn effective job search strategies. Network with other newcomers in our conversation circles and participate in informative sessions designed to help you succeed in the Canadian job market.