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Explore Options

Explore the labour markets in Canada and abroad to find your fit.

What can I do with my major?

The Career Centre's Key Resource

Other Resources


Decoding job titles

  • Job Futures
    "Working in Canada" A useful tool to help you understand labour market conditions and job prospects five years out. You can also explore by education program to learn more about occupations that interest you.
  • The O'Net - An excellent resource to research tasks, skills, and education required for many jobs (USA)
  • Canadian Company Capabilities
    This site provides free access to an extensive database of Canadian companies.
  • What Color Is Your Parachute? Job Hunting Online
    Richard Bolles, a respected career development specialist, offers information on conducting research, finding job openings, creating and posting resumés, and making key contacts.

Labour market information

  • Labour Market Information
  • Linked In
    A professional social media site that allows you to search both industry and specific company profiles, as well as set up your own resume in a free personal profile.
  • Pay Scale Canada   Research what others get paid for the same level of responsibility before you accept a job offer.
  • A Guide to the BC Economy and Labour Market
    An overview of BC economy's major sectors: trends impacting employment, common occupations, where the jobs are, and forecasts on future opportunities.
  • WorkBC.ca   Website with emphasis on BC trends, resources, and labour statistics.
  • BC WorkFutures
    An excellent starting point, this site has a comprehensive database of Canadian occupations. It includes descriptions of duties and responsibilities, employment prospects, labour market trends, training and education, earnings, and related occupations.
  • Industry Canada's Profiles
    Offers profiles and resources to help you research specific Canadian industries and learn about future employment trends.

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Last reviewed 4/23/2012 2:07:06 PM

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