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Introduction of MTL IT industry Games and video 10 Biggest Video Game Developers in Montréal in Biggest Video Game Developers in Montréal in 2010 Aerospace Web/social media Telecommunication

Montreal's Top Employers Aimia Inc. BAM Strategy Bell Canada Bombardier Inc. Business Development Bank of Canada C&D Aerospace Canada Co. (C&D Zodiac) Centre de santé et de services sociaux de la Montagne / CSSS DLM Fednav Limited Genetec Inc. Ivanhoé Cambridge Inc. Jewish General Hospital L'Oréal Canada Inc. Lundbeck Canada Inc. McGill University McGill University Health Centre, The McKesson Canada Corporation MEI Computer Technology Group Inc. Messaging Architects Molson Coors Canada National Bank Financial Group Nuance Communications Canada Inc. Pfizer Canada Inc. Stikeman Elliott LLP Vigilant Global Yellow Pages Group Co.

Tips to Understanding the Canadian Job Market Choose your study program wisely Be flexible when considering career opportunities Gain «Canadian experience» Improve your language skills Gain «Canadian experience»Improve your language skills Understand cultural differences Prepare to deal with misconceptions Be aware of discrimination and employment equity regulations Be aware of discrimination and employment equity regulations Use networking as an effective job search strategy Focus on your “added value” and market yourself with confidence Focus on your “added value” and market yourself with confidence

6 Things to Do Before You Start a Job Search Resume LinkedIn Profile Cover Letter Choosing references Organize Your Job Search Interview Clothes

Resume Your resume needs to be professional and polished, because if you don't have a professional resume, your application materials probably won't get a second glance from a hiring manager. Make sure your resume has what it takes to make a good impact. Writing a résumé

LinkedIn Profile One of the most important parts of LinkedIn is your profile. That's what you use to connect with people in your network and your profile is how you get found on LinkedIn by potential employers. Update your Profile so it's current and compelling.

Cover Letter Write a cover letter you can use as a starting point for the customized cover letters you are going to write when you apply for jobs. It will give you a base to work with and it's good practice. Writing a cover letter

Choosing references A reference is someone that an employer can contact to find out more about you and to make sure you’re the right fit for the position they’re looking to fill. Employment references

Organize Your Job Search Take some time now to organize your job search and the entire process will be easier. Take advantage of the free tools available to help you plan and manage your job search.

Interview Clothes Get an interview outfit ready in advance, because you may get a call or to schedule an interview much sooner than you expected.

To be continued……..