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become certified to work as a

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Chapter One: Pre-Arrival

Chapter Two: Skills Development

Chapter Three: Understanding

Canadian Workplaces

Chapter Four: Job Finding

Techniques

Chapter Five: Associations

Chapter Six: Employment:

Career Pathways

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Career Pathways is a 6-step guide that helps you understand how to

become certified to work as a skilled professional in Canada; all the skills

upgrading and job searching strategies that you need to succeed in the

Canadian workplace.

It offers resources about major employers and best locations for your

profession. It even shows through success stories how other immigrants before you have walked on the path to professional success in Canada. You

will find information that is specific and tailored to your occupation. All in one

place!

Career Pathways is divided into six sections and each has a few sub-

sections of their own. Take some time to navigate the various sections and

pathways.

1) Pre-Arrival (If you are about to immigrate, it is advisable to start with this one)

Working in Canada Tool

2) Skills Development

Skills Upgrading; Bridging Programs; Universities and Colleges

3) Understanding Canadian Workplaces

Volunteering; Internship; Mentoring; Job Shadowing

4) Job Finding Techniques

Immigrant Settlement Agencies; Resume Writing; Interview Techniques;

Information Interviews; Networking

5) Associations

National; Provincial; Regulatory Bodies; Immigrant Networks

6) Employment

Occupations; Credentials Recognition; Best Locations; Major Employers; Sector

Reports; Resume Database; Job Board

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Pre-Arrival

Engineering is a regulated profession in Canada and you need a

license to work as a professional engineer.

You cannot call yourself a professional engineer, use the professional

designation (P.Eng.) or carry out engineering work in Canada unless

you have a license. Each province and territory of Canada has its own

regulatory structure to license engineers, and to govern the practice of engineering and integrating skilled immigrants.

Engineers Canada is the national organization for the 12 provincial and territorial

associations that regulate the practice of engineering in the country. You need to

apply directly to the appropriate provincial regulatory authority to become licensed as

an engineer in Canada.

It is important to have a general

overview of how your

international qualifications may

be viewed in Canada as well as

an understanding of the

Canadian labour market and

workplace culture.

There are many steps that you

can take before immigrating to

Canada to improve your

chances of success to practice

your profession in your new

country.

Contact the Canadian diplomatic mission closest to you to find out about the employment requirements for the engineering occupation in Canada.

Contact the regulatory association mandated with regulating engineers in the province where you will settle in Canada and enquire about the specific procedure to

follow to obtain an Engineers permit and the steps in the licensing process that you can take prior to immigrating and afterward.

Understand how your profession is practiced in Canada and familiarize yourself with the laws and legislation that governs your profession in the province where you will

settle.

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Know the name of your job in Canada and make a list of potential employers.

You will need to prove your English or French (depending on your destination province) language

competency or be tested. Even if youre a fluent speaker of English or French, its helpful to improve your language skills and enroll in language classes while you

are in your native country and continue after moving to

Canada. You can assess your language skills by taking

an online self-assessment test on the Canadian

Language Benchmarks website.

It is easier for you to gather and organize your official education, work and identity documents while still in

your native country. Check with your provincial or

territorial regulatory body to enquire about the

documents you need to bring as well as verifying the

translation of these documents. You might need to use a

professional translation service in Canada.

Enquire about the procedure to get a drivers license in Canada and apply for it as soon as you arrive. The

ability to drive can play a critical factor in getting a job.

Another important step is to attend a pre-departure orientation seminar in your native country, organized by

the Canadian Immigrant Integration Program (CIIP), and

a Know Before You Go webinar online to learn more

about life in Canada.

Success Story:

It took only five months for

Iranian engineer R. Abri to

find a job that perfectly

matched her education and

professional background

after moving to Toronto in

2010. But during those first

five months, Abri

experienced plenty of culture

shock, similar to many other

immigrants after arriving.

Read more.


In order to practice in Canada, you must be

licensed by the relevant professional provincial or

territorial authority. You will be required to complete

an accredited program of study, supervised work

experience, and an examination in professional

ethics. Bridging programs and other skills upgrading

courses and workshops help you in obtaining

licensure.

You may possess strong technical skills, but

often that is not enough to get a job or maintain it

afterward. You may need more training or skills

upgrading, especially regarding your soft skills.

Employers in Canada expect engineers to have

advanced math and science skills, strong

communication and interpersonal skills, business

writing and report writing skills, teamwork, critical

thinking problem solving skills, and project

management. It is advisable to learn or improve your

knowledge of MS Office and AutoCAD as they are

the most widely used programs in Canada.

Education

Many immigrants continue

their education after

coming to Canada. Some

even want to change

careers or enhance their

careers with a Ph.D or

MBA.

Click here for links to

Universities and Colleges

across Canada where you

can find the courses and

subjects that may interest

you.

Bridging programs

Bridging programs are a

good way to transition

from your international

experience and training to

the Canadian workplace.

Many colleges,

universities and

immigrant-serving

agencies offer engineering

related bridging programs

or workshops. You may be

eligible for one. Conduct

some research to find a

program thats suitable for you.

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Chapter Two

Skills Development

Skills Upgrading

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Alberta:

Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) Calgary Engineering and Technology Upgrading Program

The Engineering & Technology Upgrading Program is an integrated training program

that provides upgrading and Canadian work experience to help foreign educated

professionals integrate into the local engineering industry. This program promotes

employability and career development in the participants related engineering discipline.

Bredin Institute Calgary Building Information Modeling (BIM) Program

The Building Information Modeling (BIM) program is designed to bridge internationally

educated engineering professionals into professional jobs as Engineering Designers

or Drafters.The program is a 28-week course that integrates language training with

different levels of computer software training, culminating with comprehensive training

in the suite of Revit BIM software programs.

Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers (EMCN)

Engineers and Technologists Integration Program (ETIP) The program facilitates the professional accreditation and labour market access of

internationally educated engineers through training, which meets local business

demand by developing participants English language proficiency and assists in adapting and improving previously learned skills to Canadian Standards.

Manitoba:

University of Manitoba

Internationally Educated Engineers Qualification Program

This program provides a pathway for immigrants with engineering credentials

obtained outside of Canada to meet part of the licensing requirements for

professional engineering practice in Manitoba.

University of Winnipeg

English for Engineering Professionals

This 12-week course is for internationally educated engineering graduates who live in

Manitoba and are planning to resume their engineering career in Manitoba.

Participants should also be in the process of having their credentials recognized by

the regulatory body in Manitoba. An online course is also available for participants

who are unable to attend the classroom course due to special circumstances.

University of Winnipeg

Technical Communication for Engineering Professionals

This 12-week course is for internationally educated engineering graduates who are

permanent residents of Canada with Canadian Language Benchmark levels of 7 or

higher. It focuses on English skills needed for success in practicing engineering in

Manitoba. It is a 12-week classroom program and is offered in the Winter

session. The pre-requisite for this course is the ESP course, English for Engineering Professionals, which is also offered at the University of Winnipeg.

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Ontario:

ACCES Employment

Engineering Connections

This program helps internationally trained engineers learn about the engineering

labour market and the licensure process in Ontario. Participants study effective job

search strategies, workplace communication and employer expectations. In addition,

the program provides workshops on project management, software for engineers and

Canadian Engineering Codes.

Ryerson University

Internationally Educated Engineers Qualification Bridging (IEEQB) Program

This program provides internationally educated engineers with an opportunity to meet

the academic requirements for professional engineering licensure in Ontario. It is

offered in collaboration with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).

Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning

Engineering Software Skills Enhancement Program

This program assists internationally trained civil and electrical engineers prepare for

employment in their professions with a part-time program. Training is provided in

sector-specific skills such as AutoCAD, Solidworks, PLCs, MS-Project, Engineering

Codes & Standards and Workplace Safety. Participants can also access assessment

and advising services, mentorship opportunities and job search supports.

Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE)

Examination Skills Preparation for Internationally Trained Engineers

This program helps internationally trained engineers seeking licensure in Ontario to

prepare for the Professional Practice Examination. Participants learn about the role

and context of exam writing in Canada as well as legal and ethical practices in the

workplace. Participants will also be prepared with the technical information needed to

pass the exam.

University of Toronto

Licensing International Engineers into the Profession

This program helps internationally trained engineers obtain the training required to get

licensed and employed as professional engineers in Ontario. It offers Civil, Electrical

and Mechanical engineering courses at the University of Toronto in lieu of PEOs Confirmatory Examination Program. It also offers engineering-specific language

training, workplace culture and communication training, technical engineering courses

and preparation to write the Professional Practice Examination (PPE). Participants

are also provided with the opportunity to obtain Canadian work experience.

University of Waterloo

Bridging programs for internationally trained professionals

The Faculty of Engineering offers a coursework-based Master of Engineering

program (MEng) that allows internationally trained engineers to upgrade their

qualifications. Programs are available in chemical engineering, civil engineering,

electrical and computer engineering, mechanical engineering and systems design

engineering, and in management sciences.


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Canadian employers,

who often do not know

how to assess education

and work experience from

other countries, may

require or prefer you to

have experience working

in Canada. Lack of local

market experience can

pose a challenge for

newcomers, but there

are ways to overcome

some of these

challenges. When an

employer tells you that you

have no Canadian

experience, they often

Volunteering

Volunteering is an important part of Canadian society

and lifestyle. It helps you settle in faster, make friends,

practice skills and even it might lead you in some cases to a job at the organization where you are volunteering or somewhere else. You can find

hundreds of volunteering opportunities in community

organizations and other non-profits in your area by

contacting your local volunteer centre. You can also

ask your relatives, friends or colleagues for volunteer

opportunities that suit your skills and interests. You

should consider volunteering in your community as it

is an important tool that can help you integrate faster

into society and workforce. Even one afternoon of

volunteering a week would be helpful.

mean that theyre not sure if youre going to fit into their workplace.

They are unsure that you are

familiar with Canadian codes and

standards of practice or that you

have the communication skills,

etiquette or interpersonal savvy to

be an asset to their firm. Employers

want friendly, assertive

professionals with excellent

communication skills who will fit in

and become natural leaders.

You can overcome this barrier and

acquire a good understanding of

how a Canadian workplace

operates by volunteering, meeting

people, having a mentor, getting an

internship or job shadowing.


Chapter Three

Understanding Canadian

Workplaces

Internship

Another effective way to acquire Canadian

experience is through internships. Career

Bridge is an innovative internship program

that allows you to apply for paid internships

at Canadas leading private, public or non-profit sector employers. The program

regularly posts internship opportunities and

offers paid internships of four, six, nine or

twelve months for recent immigrants:


with fluency in English

with at least a Bachelors level education

with a minimum of three years international work experience

The program is run by Career Edge

Organization, a not-for-profit social

enterprise that has managed over 9,200

paid internships across Canada since

1996.

If you plan to settle in Ontario and apply

for a P.Eng. license, you may be eligible

to be registered in PEOsEngineering Internship (EIT) Program. The EIT

Program is designed for applicants who

are employed in an engineering

capacity. It is not a job search or

placement program, but assists in

understanding the licensing

requirements, particularly the

experience required to qualify for a

P.Eng. license, and offers you the

opportunity to obtain detailed,

confidential work experience reviews

from the EIT Program Manager. At your

request, PEO will review your

experience upon changing jobs, upon

completion of any temporary work

assignment, and after obtaining your

first six months of engineering

experience in Canada. The program

also encourages you to become

involved in the profession and to

participate in PEOs chapter activities, insurance and investment plans.

Mentoring

Its important to find someone who can coach or mentor you and share information about

the engineering industry in Canada. Many

professional associations and some

companies offer this type of buddy program, where a seasoned member guides a junior

member.

Many immigrant-serving agencies

have mentorship programs where they team

up a newcomer with someone in their

professional field.

The Mentoring Partnership brings together

recent skilled immigrants and established

professionals in occupation-specific

mentoring relationships. The program is

managed by the Toronto Region Immigrant

Employment Council.

For similar programs in other Canadian cities,

check the immigrant employment council in

your area.

You can also look for mentoring opportunities

online by registering for sites such

as MentorCity.

Video

How can newcomers benefit from mentoring?

Job Shadowing

Not exactly a mentorship or a volunteer opportunity, job shadowing is an interesting way to

obtain inside information on your industry in Canada, learn how the Canadian workplace

operates and possibly gain some good networking contacts. This can last anywhere from

an hour to an entire day. Toward the end of an information interview, ask if its possible to job shadow the person, of course only if you feel that the interview has gone well. Job

shadowing is a great way to find out what an hour or a day on your job is like in Canada. It

might be difficult to find job shadowing opportunities in large engineering firms, so try

searching for such opportunities in small to medium engineering companies.


The career opportunities for professional engineers in

Canada vary according to your area of practice, the

industries in which you wish to work, and the

province where you plan to settle.

The Canadian job market is very competitive and

jobs are difficult to find. You cannot work as an

engineer if you are not licensed. However, during the

licensing process, you can work with a licensed

professional engineer if they take responsibility for

your work.

You may possess strong technical skills, but

often that is not enough to get a job or maintain it

afterward. You may need more training or skills

upgrading, especially regarding your soft skills.

You do not need a license to work in the many

different professions within the field of engineering or

applied science technology. While your license

application is processed, you may wish to register as

an engineer-in-training to receive advice and

guidance from the provincial or territorial association.

Consider the following tips

in your job search:

Broaden your search and include alternative

careers.

Join engineering related job-finding or networking

groups through the

immigrant-serving

agencies.

Attend engineering related career/job fairs and

info sessions.

Seek out a mentor in the engineering sector for example, a retired

engineer who would provide valuable insight

and advice and probably

introduce you to their

professional network.

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Chapter Four

Job Finding Techniques


Resume Writing

The engineering industry includes many different

disciplines and cannot be described in a few words.

Some of these branches include chemical, civil,

electrical and mechanical.

If you are an engineer, your resume must

demonstrate excellent knowledge in drafting,

including the ability to interpret data to develop and

design models. It should also demonstrate your

ability to think laterally to provide solutions, exercising

independent judgment and decision-making in the

diagnosis and resolution of problems.

For example, if you are a Processing Engineer, your

resume needs to cover all aspects of engineering and

construction, with solid knowledge of the project

development process. Your background should be

showcased, including designing and budgeting

projects; negotiating contracts and assigning

responsibility; ensuring projects remain within budget

and purchasing equipment and necessary materials.

For information on writing a Canadian style

resume, click here.

Interview Techniques

Engineers work in dozens of fields, including

aeronautics, biomedicine, manufacturing, chemicals,

computers, nuclear power and agriculture. How you

prepare for an engineering job interview will depend

in part on what type of position you are pursuing.

One way you can separate yourself from the pack is

by creating a work portfolio. It expresses what you

may not be able to put into words. In addition to

taking it to the interview, send your portfolio or a link

to your online portfolio to the interviewer ahead of

time. This way, they can review the portfolio and you

can discuss it during the interview.

Some meetings are mere screening or information

interviews where they employer tries to learn more

about you. A third type is the audition interview, in which you are asked to perform tasks that would be

required of you on the job.

Settlement Agencies

Most settlement agencies

and other immigrant-serving

organizations offer help with

finding job vacancies,

updating your resume, writing

cover letters, preparing for

interviews and understanding

what Canadian employers

are looking for.

Click here to find

immigrant services in your

area.

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Success Story:

Although he was a professor at

Sharif University of

Technology, one of the most

prestigious universities in Iran,

and had a prosperous private

consulting firm in Tehran,

Mahdi Zangeneh decided to

move to Canada. He was

attracted by the peace and

quality of life found in the North

American country, so in 2009

he came to Toronto. Read

more.


When you are called to an interview, make sure to

ask questions, as it shows that you are genuinely

interested in the job. Your questions can include the

following:

What products are in the development stage?

How do you feel about creativity and individuality?

Is there a lot of team or project work?

Below are some sample questions you might be

asked during an engineering interview:

In your last engineering position, what were some of

the things that you spent the most time on, and how

much time did you spend on each?

What do you enjoy most/least about engineering?

What new engineering specialty skills have you

developed during the past year?

Do you have any patents? If so, tell me about them. If

not, is it something you see yourself pursuing and

why or why not?

Think of a specific engineering project when you

answer this question. What could you have done to

be more successful in achieving your goal(s)?

Describe a time when you confronted a problem that

really tested your engineering know-how.

What is your overall career objective? Do you see

yourself working in engineering ten years from now?

If not, what do you think you will be doing?

Tell me about your greatest success in using the

principles of logic to solve an engineering problem in

your last job.

To what extent has your engineering background

required you to be skilled in the analysis of technical

reports or information?

Describe a time when you used your engineering

knowledge to solve a problem for which there

appeared to be no answer.

Of course, there are many

other questions that you

need to prepare for.

Consider as well

familiarizing yourself with

recent news or research

about the industry of your

prospective employer.

Information

Interviews

An information interview is

a brief (2030-minute) meeting that you schedule

with a person who is

currently working in your

target field and geographic

location to learn more

about that particular

sector.

You should not try to get a

job during an information

interview but rather find

out whether or not a

particular position or

industry might be a good

fit for your interests and

your personality. An

informational interview

with a contact from your

network can be an

excellent source of career

information because, in

addition to basic

information about a

particular type of industry

(such as you might find on

an organizations website), it also offers you the

benefit of a professionals first-hand experiences and

impressions.

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Networking

Networking is an essential tool that can provide job leads, offer advice and information

about a particular company or industry that can strengthen your resume, cover letter, and

interview skills. It can also introduce you to others so that you can expand your network. As

many job vacancies are not advertised, you must make connections with working

professional engineers and others within your field.

Good places to network are gatherings such as conferences, seminars, association

luncheons, and chamber mixers for their convenience in meeting people, building

relationships, and sharing information.

LinkedIn is another important professional networking tool. It is great for reconnecting with

your ex-colleagues and employers, search by company or jobs, and get introductions and

recommendations.

You can also mingle with people in the engineering sector and join some related

professional groups.

Note that its not appropriate to ask a networking contact for a job, but if they know of any job leads, they may share them.

Remember, that you have to allow time to cultivate and grow the ties you establish through

networking. Nothing will happen overnight and therefore, you need to be patient.

LinkedIn is another important professional networking tool. It is great for reconnecting with

your ex-colleagues and employers, search by company or jobs, and get introductions and

recommendations.

You can also mingle with people in the engineering sector and join some related

professional groups.

Note that its not appropriate to ask a networking contact for a job, but if they know of any job leads, they may share them.

Remember, that you have to allow time to cultivate and grow the ties you establish through

networking. Nothing will happen overnight and therefore, you need to be patient.

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Associations

The engineering associations in Canada listed below provide

additional information about licensure and certification and offer a

variety of professional development, education and networking

opportunities.

Provincial Regulators

Each Canadian province and territory has

its own regulatory body to license

engineers who meet the professions high standards, and to govern the profession

of engineering. The associations listed

below provide additional information

about licensure and certification and offer

a variety of professional training,

education and networking opportunities.

Association of Professional Engineers

and Geoscientists of British

Columbia (APEGBC )

Association of Professional Engineers,

Geologists and Geophysicists of

Alberta (APEGGA )


and Geoscientists of

Saskatchewan (APEGS )


and Geoscientists of the Province of

Manitoba (APEGM)

Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)

Ordre des ingnieurs du Qubec (OIQ )


and Geoscientists of New

Brunswick (APEGNB )

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Engineers Nova Scotia (APENS)

Engineers PEI (APEPEI)

Professional Engineers and

Geoscientists Newfoundland and

Labrador (PEG-NL)

Association of Professional

Engineers of Yukon (APEY)

Northwest Territories and Nunavut

Association of Professional

Engineers and

Geoscientists (NAPEGG)

Engineering Societies

Although they are not involved in the

licensing of engineers in Canada,

engineering societies play a key role

in helping engineers learn about new

theories, advanced techniques and

modern equipment through their

conference, seminars or

publications.

Association of Consulting Engineers

of Canada (ACEC)

Canadian Academy of Engineering

(CAE)

Canadian Dam Association

Canadian Federation of Engineering

Students (CFES)


The Canadian Medical and Biological Engineering Society

Canadian Society for Bioengineering

Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering

Canadian Society for Civil Engineering

Canadian Society for Engineering Management

Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering

The Chemical Institute of Canada

Consulting Engineers of New Brunswick

Consulting Engineers of Manitoba

Engineering Institute of Canada (EIC)

Generation-E (Engineering Career Awareness site)

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

RedR Canada (Registered Engineers for Disaster Relief)

Immigrant Networks

Professional immigrant networks are organized, volunteer-run member-based associations

or networks created by and for immigrant professionals that seek to:create a forum to

contribute to and enrich their respective communities provide opportunities for members to

find meaningful employment and achieve their professional goals

These networks organize networking events, mentoring, information sessions, and also

provide professional development opportunities such as workshops, training and connections

to employment opportunities.

British Columbia:

Society of Internationally Trained Engineers of British Columbia

Society of Punjabi Engineers And Technologists of British Columbia

Nova Scotia:

IETP-NS: Association of Internationally Educated and Trained Professionals of Nova Scotia

Ontario:

Association of Bulgarian Engineers in Canada

Association of Romanian Engineers in Canada (AREC)

Canadian Network of Iraqi Engineers and Architects

Video

Professional

Immigrant

Networks


Employment

Finding a job in Canada may be different from your native country

and you may need help finding job vacancies, updating your

resume, writing cover letters, preparing for interviews, and

understanding what Canadian employers are looking for.

The National Occupational Classification (NOC) is Canadas reference on occupations. It provides job descriptions,

occupational statistics and labour market information.

Civil engineers

Mechanical engineers

Electrical and electronics engineers

Chemical engineers

Industrial and manufacturing engineers

Metallurgical and materials engineers

Mining engineers

Geological engineers

Petroleum engineers

Aerospace engineers

Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers)

Other professional engineers, n.e.c.

Credentials Recognition

One of the first things you need to do is to find out the requirements to work as an

engineer in Canada. Therefore, after you get your immigration visa, contact the

regulatory body in the province or territory where you intend to settle in Canada. They

will advise you about the required documentation and the fees for assessment. It is

highly recommended that you complete this step before you arrive in Canada.

You may be asked to submit some or all of the following:

Original diplomas, degrees or full transcripts recording your course and marks, and

the official program syllabuses or course descriptions.

Full address of the educational and professional institutions where you obtained your

engineering qualifications.

Employment and character references.

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All documents must have certified English or French translation

(depending on the province).

The association will review your university background, assess

your academic qualifications and may assign an examination

program to ensure that academic requirements are met.

The examinations assigned will be based on your claim

discipline or specialty of intended work. Examinations are held

once or twice a year, depending on the jurisdiction.

Contact the professional association in the province or territory

you will settle in before you move to get more information about

the schedule of exams and take that into consideration when

deciding the actual date of your departure to Canada.

Note that it is only engineers that require an Engineering license

to practice in Canada. Engineering Technicians and

Technologists are not regulated but are certified instead. They

may be asked to produce a Technologist/Technician Certificate,

which is voluntary and is offered in each province by the

provincial associations.

Its important not to rush your application and only complete it once you are fully aware of the licensure procedure and the

regulatory bodys expectations from you.

Credentials Assessment Services

If you are planning to enroll in a college or university program to

upgrade your skills, contact the institution in which you plan to

study and find out the steps you should take and which

credential assessment agency you should use.

World Education Services (WES) Ontario International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) Alberta

The International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES) British Columbia


The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials

(CICIC)

The Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada

To find more organizations and agencies providing credential

evaluation, assessment and qualification recognition services,

click here. You can also visit the Foreign Credentials Referral

Office for information, path-finding and referral services on

foreign credential recognition to help internationally trained

workers like you succeed and put their skills to work in Canada

more quickly.

Best Locations

Most Canadian cities offer employment opportunities in the

engineering sector and the demand for each occupation varies

from one province to the other. However, the provinces of

Alberta and Saskatchewan offer a concentration of employment

opportunities, especially in the construction, mining and energy

sectors. Northern Ontario also offers opportunities in the mining

sector.

When looking for jobs, broaden your geographic area to include

smaller cities close to your target city. For example, if you intend

to work in Toronto, you might find a job opportunity in the nearby

city of Hamilton, which is less than an hours drive. Find out where there is demand for your engineering profession in

Canada and accordingly decide where you want to settle.

Major Employers

Professional engineers can be employed at construction

companies, manufacturing companies, public power generation

and utilities companies, mining companies, various levels of

government, and consulting engineering firms. They can also be

self-employed.


In Canada, the demand for engineers is especially high at the

middle level, because of retirement. Companies are facing

significant challenges finding senior level engineers. Though

you might not get a senior level job immediately, its good to start at a lower level and work your way up in a few years.

You can get lists of engineering firms in different Canadian

provinces by clicking the links below:

Alberta

B.C.

Ontario

Saskatchewan

You can also visit the Best Employers for New

Canadians website. This special designation recognizes

Canadas best employers for recent immigrants. These employers offer interesting programs to assist new Canadians in

making the transition to a new workplace and a new life in Canada.

Another website to check is TRIECs Immigrant Success Awards, which recognizes employer leadership and innovation

in recruiting and retaining skilled immigrants in the Greater

Toronto Area.

Sector Reports

Labour market study shows engineering market skills shortage

and job growth

The Engineering Labour Market in Canada: Projections to 2020 report released by Engineers Canada shows that Canada is facing a short supply of engineers with more than 10 years of

specialized experience.


The report projects 95,000 professional engineers will retire by

2020. It adds that the country will face a skills shortage because

the workforce cannot be replaced fast enough by incoming

Canadian or experienced internationally trained graduates.

The report found that supply and demand imbalances are

becoming more serious. While engineering labour market

conditions vary from region to region, markets must find ways to

strike a balance between retiring workers and training incoming

graduates and international engineers interested in working in

Canada.

Other key findings of the report include areas of job growth due

to investment in resources, utilities and infrastructure. This is

particularly evident west of Quebec, meaning engineers who are

willing to move will find many prospects. In terms of immigration,

experienced and specialized engineers will have better job

prospects in Canada, as employers have recruiting needs for

specific projects, but markets will be weaker for new graduates.

Read the full report here.

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