Canadian Resume Guidelines
A polished resume will help to open doors for you in Canada: here are some guidelines you should keep in mind when you are creating a Canadian resume.
Attention to detail will ensure that your curriculum vitae compares favorably with others: you must take care to spell-check your document. Employers will use the spelling and grammar they see on your resume to gauge your facility with the English language, so it's important that your spelling and punctuation are perfect. If you need to, have a native English speaker review your resume before you send it out. A final proof reading session will pinpoint any problems that might keep your resume from making it to the top of the pile.
Canadian employers are looking for certain details, and you should make sure that your resume has the following information: your current address and phone number, your email address, your education (you will need dates you attended and the names of your schools, colleges, etc.), a detailed work history, and references (include their address and contact info.) Do not put your photograph on your CV: you may be used to doing this in your home country, but this is not common practice in Canada. In most cases, your resume should not exceed one page in length.
Don't forget a cover letter
You should always include a cover letter with your resume: this should be a formal business letter, and it should be no more than a page in length. Use four or five paragraphs to explain why you feel the job you are applying for is right for you: make sure you include some details about your education and experience that will impress a prospective employer. You should demonstrate real enthusiasm for the job you are applying for, and highlight your reliability as well as your strong work ethic.
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