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Amid the typical criteria of job seekers such as location, compensation and opportunity, an often overlooked aspect of the job search is workplace safety, as the injury rate for new workers — regardless of age — is three to four times higher in the first month on a job than the normal rate. >> Youth
Job-seeking help provided to a Syrian refugee family by the London Employment Help Centre (LEHC). >> Job search
OnTheStep is an app that connects residents with on-demand snow clearing services provided by members of their community who have signed up as contractors with the online platform. In its second year, the business has extended its partnership with newcomer serving organizations to include Freedom International School. >> General labour; Landscaping; Job search
A new app designed by Winnipeg university students is connecting homeowners who need a hand shovelling with newcomers who want work. >> Job search
The Calgary-based retailer of cinnamon buns meets directly with job candidates through volunteerism, an approach that supports job seekers and the company's recruitment needs. >> Food preparation and service; Restaurant; Retail; Job search
Government and private-sector research over the past 10 years consistently indicate immigrants, particularly visible minorities, have higher unemployment rates in Quebec than the rest of the population." >> Driving-taxi and rideshare
A Syrian immigrant started his search for work at Tech Jam in 2015. Now he's a backend developer with Local Line. >> IT (Information technology)
It's time for organizations to remove this dated requirement. >> Job search
