Get to know yourself
Start your career planning by understanding your strengths and weaknesses. A self-assessment can help you set goals and identify the skills you need for your next job or career move. Get to know yourself to start planning your career.
Take a career quiz
Six quizzes and tests are available on Job Bank to help you discover your professional interests, abilities and preferences. The results will help you find occupations that would be a good fit for you.
Discover the Skills for Success
Discover the key skills you need for work and daily life. Find out why each skill is important and situations in which they are useful. Find tools to assess and improve your work and life skills.
Explore the job market
Stay informed about labour market trends to align your career goals. Compare wages, job prospects, and requirements across occupations and industries. Explore the labour market to pick a career path.
Learn about an occupation
Research an occupation to find out what the job is all about. You can see what you would do, how much you could make, what skills and education you need, and whether there will be jobs in this field over the next few years.
Research labour market information
Get an overview of current conditions in different industries and different parts of the country. Browse through news articles about job creation, layoffs and other developments in your industry or region.
Find jobs you could transition to
Are you considering a career change? Search for occupations you could transition to that require some gap training. Find jobs with similar education and skill requirements to the ones you already have and see how long it would take to make a career transition.
Plan your education or training
Once you understand the skills and knowledge required for the job you want, it’s time to create a plan to get qualified. Before investing your time and money in an education program or training course, compare your options to find the one that best meets your needs. Find out how to plan your education and training for the career you want.
Pick a field of study
Learn about different education programs and how graduates are doing after school. Are they employed in their field of study? What are their earnings? Would they study in this field again?
Get skills training
Whether you’re looking for a new job or a career change, or if you just want to grow in your current role, training can help you get there. Find out what kind of training is right for you, where to get training, and how to pay for it.
Stand out to employers
When you’re ready to look for a job, knowing best practices can help you speed up the process and make the most of your search. Learn how to stand out to employers and land your dream job.
Search and apply for jobs
Discover the best ways to search for a job. Learn how to write a good resume and other steps you need to take before applying for a job. Check out interview tips that can help you make a lasting impression on employers.
Network and stay connected
Most people change jobs several times during their career. To stay informed about new opportunities, build your professional network and keep up with industry news. Find out how to network and stay connected to develop your career.
Build your professional network
In Canada, many job vacancies are not advertised by employers. These positions are usually filled informally through word of mouth. This is what we call the hidden job market, and the best way to tap into it is through networking. Networking can also help you find mentors who would help you grow in your field.
Stay connected to your industry
In today’s ever-changing labour market, it’s more important than ever to stay up to date on the latest developments in your industry. By seeking continuous learning opportunities, you can embrace the change and maintain your employability.
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