JMJJ said:
No, I prefered to stay outside downtown, to avoid the busy life.
Excellent...good for you. Congrats buddy! I found this very good post by a new comer in linkedin, which I am posting here for your guidance. Will help you if you are not coming with a job in hand:
"Relocating and settling in Canada works in a totally different way. Every case is different and it all depends on your Present Situation and Your needs. Please do remember "You are migrating to a new place - On the hopes of Better Life, not for a adjusting or compromising life". It is not related to your qualifications, or experience - the system is Different NOT Difficult, which cannot be explained by writing. Everyone has to come to Canadian Loop to understand and enjoy this.
So do your research and my suggestion - Make a full research till you get tired, identify needs, try to get a proper Job / Specified income which you are ready to accept - then you can enjoy your stay in Canada.
Also check the below job boards which will help you gain some idea about jobs in your area of interest:
www.workingincanada.gc.ca
www.jobbank.gc.ca
www.workopolis.ca
www.monster.ca
www.indeed.ca
Having priorities set with no high hopes is the rational way of making a move if you want it reflecting positively on your, and your next generation's, future - especially when it comes to migrating. Please note that disappointment is the only thing you'd get if you've set your expectations too high, and this is commonly happening to those who end up moving without prior research.
While planning for your landing, it's very important you research a lot, what's in demand, market dynamics in your field, alternates and local skills that you need to acquire there. This is something everyone of us should be aware of before the much awaited 'LANDING'.
Take as much funds with you as possible, not just the minimum suggested by CIC. Try to bring at least savings which will help you for one year minimum. Be prepared for a change in lifestyle. Try adapting to the Canadian lifestyle.
Start building professional network even before the time you land. Times have changed and social media has evolved rapidly..the world has shrunk - try LinkedIn(don't ask for jobs directly, they'll throw you out of their network, rather your profile should be strong enough to impress).
Repurpose your application and resume for each job you apply for rather than a broad brushstroke. Start reading job boards, job descriptions and essential requirements, this should give you an idea of what background a Canadian employer seeks from candidates.
The list can go on, and on, so prepare yourself mentally to face these challenges. I have!
90% of the Canadian employers look for candidates who can be culturally fit for their organization. And it's very important how you convince them on that!!! "
