I need some help and advise from all the experianced people here. We came to toronto 2 years back and to canada 3 years back. I was working in India before we came here not for a very big name though. I was working in IT and after we came here I got 2 babies so could not get time to look for job. I tried working voluntarily for a social organisation from home and now I want to work. Can anyone please recommend how do I go about job search. Now when I apply I am not getting any interview calls. Is it advisable to go back to school? Please advise.

Have you kept up with your studies in IT at home during your time away ? What kind of work are you looking for?
How long did u do volunteer work and what kind of work did you do?

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yes i tried to keep myself updated while at home. Gave some certs as well. voluntary work involved development of a volunteers log system. The organisation for which I volunteered have many volunteers working and at different locations so they needed a web based system where all volunteers could log their work done. I am looking for work in my feild anything will do.

I think you would benefit from co-op programme, give below is the address here is address of co-op programme :

st. Gabriael Adult Learning centre
3750, Brandon gate drive,
malton.
mississauga
ON L4P3M8

tel : 905-362-0701

whereby they promise job placement 70-80%. hope this helps.

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The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”
Mahatma Gandhi

thanks gopalpai...i will try this option

what's co-op program? I have read it so many times on this website.

FOREIGN TRAINED CO-OP PROGRAM

Canadian Work Experience for Foreign Trained Professionals ( 905) 362-0701

Are you a foreign-trained professional?

Do you have a professional degree and experience from your home country?

Do you need Canadian work experience?

Do you want to work in your occupation in Canada?

Start Dates - Oct. 13, Nov. 30 , Jan. 4

small class sizes individual career counselling by your instructors
a computer for every student career search strategies a warm and friendly atmosphere English for Workplace ( TOEIC) Sector Specific Language Training


Part 1: ( ESLC01 and GWL 30C) In class for 7 weeks. Learn how to job search, write a resume, practice interviewing, research companies for your unpaid work placement and more! This course will get you ready to succeed on your work placement! English must be your second language to join this program.


Part 2: (ESL CO3 and GWL30C) 9 weeks unpaid work placement in a company that is in your field or occupation of choice! Gain weeks of Canadian work experience, references, networking and a good chance for paid work in your field! The work placement allows you to get your foot in the door so you can show all the experience you have brought with you to Canada.


** Sector Specific Language Training and the TOEIC test are funded by the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration for the Province of Ontario

Read about the program in Mandarin- Click on the link below

http://epochtimes.com/gb/8/9/12/n2261160.htm


( You will need to bring your proof of status card and Resume)

Please read The Brampton Guardian article about the Co-op prpgram by clicking the link below.

Immigrants looking for foot in the door.pdf


“ I worked full-time to search companies & job advertisements… I sent my cover letter and resumes to several hundred companies, but I did not get a chance to have a job as a mechanical engineer…. I took part in your co-op program & I got a job offer.”

Ali M.

Mechanical Engineer

“ I am pleased to announce that we have hired 3 of your students…this program has provided some highly educated individuals.”

Brian Roland

Goodrich Landing Gear Division


All start dates are dependent on sufficient enrolment

and are subject to change

Sector Specific Language Training is sponsored and funded by The Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration


Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
40 Matheson Boulevard West, Mississauga, ON L5R 1C5
Phone: 905.890.1221 Toll Free: 1.800.387.9501 Fax: 905.890.7610.

hope this helps.

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The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”
Mahatma Gandhi