Trying to find a job in Canada seems like a catch 22, or the chicken and egg syndrome. I live and work in the states, and have determined that I score a 69 on the eligibility scale (you must have a 67). I also have wide experience in at least one profession that falls under Skill Level "B" of the canadian NOC list 0 which allows for skilled worker immigration as a path to perminent residency.
But -
I have a fealing that, even after explaining this to employers - when they see you check no on the box on the online applications to the question about whether or not you can work legally in Canada - they move right on past you. Even with 18 years experience!?!? It can be quite discouraging.
I've about decided that, I will spend my vacation week in April visiting prospective employers face to face in Canada - and see if I can get somewhere that way. I will also visit some high demand profession employers that are willing to train if needed. It'll be a somewhat expensive endeaver for just a possibility of a job - but I see no other choice right now and I'm determined to get permenent residency and a job in Canada - one way or another - no matter what it takes.
But -
I have a fealing that, even after explaining this to employers - when they see you check no on the box on the online applications to the question about whether or not you can work legally in Canada - they move right on past you. Even with 18 years experience!?!? It can be quite discouraging.
I've about decided that, I will spend my vacation week in April visiting prospective employers face to face in Canada - and see if I can get somewhere that way. I will also visit some high demand profession employers that are willing to train if needed. It'll be a somewhat expensive endeaver for just a possibility of a job - but I see no other choice right now and I'm determined to get permenent residency and a job in Canada - one way or another - no matter what it takes.