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With 2021-2023 Immigration Levels Plan announced on October 30, the figures give an idea of Canada’s outlook towards importance of immigrants. Back in 2015, the Liberal government had announced 300,000 immigrants a year
as the new normal and we have come far away judging by the immigration target now. Known for a multicultural demographic and positive attitude overall, Canada like any other new country for an immigrant can be overwhelming.
Here are a few things to keep in mind for immigrants while working in Canada.
Canada’s tech sector is growing exponentially. With immigration policies geared towards skilled workers becoming more flexible, the evolution and contribution of the industry for the economy is immense. Programs like the Global Talent Stream (GTS), Express Entry, Provincial PNP, Start-Up Visa, and Intra-Company Transferees (ICT) are ensuring that the abundant tech positions available in Canada are being filled in by skilled workers. Tech specific draws from province’s like Ontario and British Columbia blatantly imply the government’s urgency to attract foreign tech talent. Toronto prides itself as the leader in technology. According to Tech Talent Report 2020 of CBRE, Toronto is North America’s fourth top tech market, with an estimated 66,800 jobs added to the province in the past five years.
The good thing about being a skilled worker with exceptional experience is that you have the opportunity to become a Canadian permanent resident and that too pretty quickly. If eligible, Express Entry allows you to reach the permanent resident route in 6 months or less. With the profile, the higher the score, the better chances you will have in getting an invite.
Like they say, a resume is your voice before an HR and the first impression is the last impression. Having the right style of resume matters. The correct format detailing your experience from the newest at the top as part of the chronological order, along with all the related material could make all the difference, if you are applying for positions in Canada.
If you are a software engineer and have a passion for videogames, you can make a dent in the massive games industry in Canada. The Canadian games industry contributes $4.5 billion CAD to the country’s GDP annually, according to a study from Entertainment Software Association of Canada (ESAC). It is pandemic proof as well and has been thriving during the coronavirus pandemic. Videogames are constantly evolving on the tech front and studios need abled talent to move the machinery of game development.
