In this section you will find some great information that might help you overcome your particular hurdle.

 

General:

 

• Typical Problem Areas: Working Around Hurdles

 

Too Old or Overqualified?

 

• ExperienceWorks.ca
• Too Old to Rock & Roll?
• Are You An Old Worker or An Experienced Worker? 
• Older job seekers must disprove prejudices
• Job Hunting Tips for Older-Mid-Career Professionals
• I'm Overqualified

 

Too Young or Inexperienced? 

 

• Finding Your First Job
• Ten Tips For Landing Your First Job
• Resume Dilemma: Too Young

 

 

 

Other Hurdles

 

 

Pardons Canada - Individuals with a criminal record are often at a serious disadvantage when competing for employment, career advancement, bonding, volunteer positions, etc. This site will give you tools to help you through this process.

 

New Canadians -Working.com has pertinent information for those new to Canada.

 

Work in Your Profession -  Ontario has over 30 regulated professions – from architecture and engineering to social work and veterinary medicine. A licence is required to work in these fields in Ontario. Ontario also has more than 140 recognized trades, of which about 20 require mandatory certification.

Canada International - Here you will find the best links to government services, information and resources for citizens of other countries.