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Time Management Tips for College Students

Thursday | October 18, 2018 | by Maddy Lavoie

Time management is an important skill for college students to master. You are most likely navigating a full class schedule—along with your other responsibilities. So how can you better manage your time? Here are a few tips. Hang Up Your Cell Phone Cell phones are a great convenience—but also...

Adapting Your Pitch: How to Market Yourself in the U.S. Job Search

Tuesday | October 16, 2018 | by Olivia Cassidy

Moving to a new country can be challenging for many different reasons. Beyond language differences, cultural differences can be a source of confusion or mistakes—and this is especially true in the professional world, which has its own set of cultural norms. Whether you are networking in a casual setting,...

Rewriting Your Résumé and Your Story in the U.S.

Tuesday | October 9, 2018 | by Olivia Cassidy

Immigrants to the U.S. often face challenges rewriting their résumés in accordance with U.S. standards. When I was advising hardworking immigrant professionals on job search strategies, I often received questions such as: How can I fit all my experience into just one or two pages? Should I include my...

How to Prepare for the Duolingo English Test

Monday | October 8, 2018 | by Jennifer Dewar

The Duolingo English Test is an English proficiency test that fulfills admissions requirements for international applicants at many universities in the United States and Canada. Unlike the TOEFL and IELTS, the Duolingo English Test is taken on demand, from your computer. If you are considering taking the Duolingo English...

National Occupational Classification: Your First Step Toward Express Entry

Thursday | October 4, 2018 | by Youssef Serghini Idrissi

Immigrating to Canada is a dream for many who want to live in a land of equality, opportunity, and safety. Hundreds of possible routes and programs can get you here, and given their sheer number, it is no wonder that prospective immigrants are often overwhelmed and sometimes discouraged. However,...