Preparing for your new life in Canada is important. In this section, learn about some of the steps you can take before you arrive to make your transition to life in Canada easier.

• Complete the questionnaire: Are you ready to work in Canada? - These questions can help you prepare to work in Canada.
• Going to Canada Portal - Learn about the different levels of government and their roles and responsibilities.
• Consider where you want to live and work - Where you choose to live will impact your occupational prospects, job opportunities and salary
• Bring educational and work experience documents - Some institutions may only accept documents that are sent directly from your home country institution.
• Research the name of your occupation in Canada - Job titles and descriptions are not universal. What your occupation was called in your home country may be different than what it is called in Canada.
• Develop a resume - Before you arrive, develop a resume that you can use in the Canadian labour market. A resume tells an employer who you are, what you have done in the past, what your qualifications are, and why you want the job.
• Find out if your occupation in Canada is regulated or non-regulated - A regulated occupation will require a licence whereas a non-regulated occupation does not.
• Improve your language skills - Canada has two official languages: English and French. Depending on where you decide to live, you might be required to work in English, French, or in both languages.
• The Government of Canada treats everyone equally, whether they use the services of an immigration representative or not.