To apply for a job in Canada, usually you have to send a
cover letter and a resume to the employer.
Depending on the job, the employer might ask you for a
portfolio or sample of your work, too.
Your cover letter and resume are very important, because
they create the employer's first impression of you. Everything matters,
including spelling and formatting. Most resumes look similar, so the cover
letter is a good opportunity for the employer to get a feel for who you are.
The main purpose of your resume and cover letter is to get you a job interview.
Course overview
While Canadian-style resumes come in many different formats, they share some standards that you should know about.
1 LessonsStyle and Personal Details
In Canada, you never use a photo on your resume and you also don't include personal details other than your name and contact information.
1 LessonsAdapt your Resume for Each Role
Career experts recommend that you customize your resume for each job, especially for your most recent work experience. General or generic resumes do not work in today’s labour market. It's advised to follow the requirements of the job posting so that your resume speaks to those specific requirements.
1 LessonsThe Job Ad. or Posting
Ensure that your resume speaks to the top requirements in particular by focusing on comparing your past experiences and achievements those in the top requirements.
1 LessonsMind the Length
Don't sacrifice quality details, achievements and past relevant experiences to make a resume shorter.
1 LessonsInclude Volunteer Work
You should include your volunteer experience if it relates to the job you are applying for in the section on work experience. It is important to talk about what you have done. It does not matter if it was unpaid work.
1 LessonsUse Social Media
Many employers cross-reference your resume with your online presence. You can include a link to your LinkedIn profile or if you have an online portfolio for your work or related blog you may include that as well. Employers may also look for you on other social media tools, such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram etc First impressions are important - if you don't want a potential employer to see something, don't make it publicly accessible or put it online at all.
1 LessonsFormatting Hints
Format is critical. Your resume should be organized, neat, clear, and consistent in formatting (e.g., font and bullets). If you are applying for a job which requires that you have attention to detail, then you need to demonstrate this with your résumé. Use headings to organize the information in your resume. Common resume headings are: Highlights of Qualifications Professional Experience Education Use formatting tools such as bold and bullets to make important information stand out.
1 LessonsUse Keywords
In today's job market a lot of recruiters use online tools to select resumes. These tools are designed to match keywords from the job ad. to your resume. It's important to use keywords in your resume chosen specifically to match what you see in the job posting and on the company's website. Recruiters sometimes do not read every word on each resume and rely on the keyword matches. Keywords describe skills and qualifications. Enhance your resume by using as many keywords as you can. But, do not make up experiences just to use keywords.
1 LessonsProof Read it
Look over your résumé before you send it. Make sure the company names, job titles and dates are accurate. Print out your resume to see how it looks when printed if you can or save it as a PDF to review the formatting. It's good to send a resume through as a PDF so that employers will be able to open the document without difficulty
1 LessonsSample Resume
There are 2 common types of resumes: Chronological Functional Do not rely on samples or templates to create a good resume. In some fields, employers will expect to see a resume with a specific format.
1 LessonsChronological Resume
A chronological resume is time-based. It is organized by the positions you have held, in order of time. You list your most recent position first. These resumes are best if you have a lot of experience in your field. They are also better for people who do not have periods of time when they were not working.
1 LessonsFunctional Resume
A functional resume is skills-based. It is organized by skills that you gained in your previous work. Functional resumes are best if you: Are a recent graduate Have major time gaps in employment Are changing careers
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- Price
C$89.00
C$129.00 - Instructor Ruth J. Tobin
- Duration 12 hr
- Category Academic
- Curriculum 13
- Lectures 14
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