Many occupations require licensing and that may mean being tested about your qualifications. Good general work skills means the ability to share ideas, make decisions, understand consequences, be accountable and be cooperative in the workplace. In British Columbia, that means having the ability to fluently speak, read and write English. Working with computers. The fastest growing industry in Canada is information technology and almost every sector is being affected.
Computer skills are a major advantage when looking for a job.
Many industries are growing in British Columbia, generating more jobs. The job market is very competitive, so you will need to have enough money to live until you find employment in your chosen field. That can take months, so you may need to consider other job opportunities. British Columbia is a very large province and different regions offer very different job opportunities. When budgeting, remember there will be deductions from your salary for income taxes, pension and employment insurance that will account for 25 to 35 per cent of your total income.