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INTERVIEW PREPARATION
The interview is one of the most important parts of the immigration process. The applicant is given the opportunity to explain to the immigration officer
- Who they are
- What they have accomplished
- What they intend on doing when they come to Canada.
- Why they want to come to Canada
The immigration officers are primarily interested in the applicants talking about themselves.
They expect the applicant to be straightforward and honest.
They want the whole picture
Don't assume that because you sent in lots of information that the officer has read it.
Immigration officers are very busy. There has been a large reduction in the number of officers worldwide and as a result they are extremely busy and over worked
Remember to speak concisely. Do not ramble but state your points clearly and explain them fully.
How to start...
The officer is interested in you and the first question often relates to your background.
We suggest you start talking about your most recent experience
Remember, when selling yourself...
Make sure you have a good attitude. Be positive and optimistic Be friendly and helpful Make the officer like you People remember the first and last things they are told - start strong and finish strong
If you are working now then explain the important facts about your job first
- Name of company
- Where the company is located
- What is the business of the company
- How many people work at the company.
- If there are various departments state what department you are in and how many work in your department
- What is the turnover or gross profit Do you know other information about the company. I^Iakc it sound interesting
- Explain your position
- Explain when you started
- What do you do for the company
- Do people work for you? Who do you report to
- What types of things do you do. Be specific. Focus on the more important things. Describe them in a flattering way. Make them sound interesting and difficult.
After you finished talking about your past then you should start talking about what you want to do when you come to Canada.
You should show the officer that you have thought about what you are going to do Explain what your plan is - you should have one
Make sure you are consistent with your Application. If you said in the Application that your Intended Occupation is to be an engineer then say your are going to be an engineer. Do not say that you intend on studying in Canada unless it is part-time. If you are applying as a independent skilled worker then do not say you are intending to study in Canada. May people say this thinking it will help but it can be the grounds for a refusal by the immigration officer. Once you immigrate to Canada there is no restriction to studying. You may find it necessary to take additional training.
Try and convince the officer that you will be able to establish yourself in Canada There are many ways to explain how you will establish yourself in Canada The officers are primarily concerned with how you will find a job.
What is the Canadian job market conditions for your job? Find out. Explain why it is good
How is the industry sector performing. Explain why is is getting better and where the growth areas are
What makes you special - your languages, other experience, talents, and skills.
Try to differentiate yourself.
Steps to finding a job
- Create a great resume
- Investigate all die companies in your field of interest - find out where you want to work. Talk about research and preparation for a career. Don't pretend you will be able to get a job in a week
- Explain that you will network with many people - join relevant associations, clubs, etc. Most jobs come through personal contacts
- Read all die trade publications. Know your industry and the players
- Talk to employment recruiters. Go see them and discuss your situation with them and find out how they can help you. Get ideas from them. They will have information about job availability, what skills are in demand, what companies arc hiring employees, what salaries to expect. Remember they arc interested in finding you work also.
- Take skills upgrading if required to make you more marketable. Explain that die training will not be full-time because you should be looking for work full time and not being a student. Taking evening classes and other short term courses are encouraged
- Get to know Canada and find opportunities here. You must go and seek diem and you will find them. Many people start their own businesses or work as an independent contractor or self-employed. Explain dial you are flexible and adaptable and can find a way to make a living and contribute to Canada
- Can you help Canada do international business with your home country or anywhere else? Many
immigrants can open other doors for Canadian businesses. If you can help Canadians export products, services and technology when you can help make money for Canada.
- Explain how you will contribute to Canada. How will your presence here affect die country - economically, socially, artistically, politically.
- Convince the officer that you really want to come to Canada and how important it is to you. The more you want to come die more you will appreciate what a great country this is. Be excited about coming to Canada.
To finish the interview explain what you want to come to Canada.
There are a hundred reasons why Canada is great Focus on the great things that Canada has but you can also
mention how it is better than where you are now.
Top Ten Reasons for Moving to Canada
- The people: Canadians are hardworking, fair, peaceful, just and honest. Great international reputation. A proud and respected people
- Canada is a prosperous nation. Due to the efforts of the people Canada has grown into a economically strong country with all the feature of Ъ great industrialized nation
- Canada has great potential in the future. It is strong now and it is getting even better. High economic growth rate, low inflation, strong infrastructure, huge amount of resources, educated population
- Clean Environment Fresh air, lots of green spaces, clean water
- Safe for family and personal safety and safe place for business
- Better than where you from - mention some of the big problems - freedom, safety, security, environment
- Place for a Family - safe, education, healthcare, friends, future
- Standard of Living - wages, vacations, happiness
- A place to invest - time and money
- A dream - tell them how much you want this and what it means to you and how hard you will work to make your dream come true.
The best way to succeed - is to be prepared