Government of Manitoba
: Work in Manitoba
nurseManitoba has many job opportunities in different industries and business services. If you are a permanent resident of Canada you are allowed to work here. But if you are staying temporarily you will need a temporary work permit.

Permanent resident status does not guarantee you employment. It is up to you to find a job and show the employer that you are qualified. It may take months to find a job, and longer if you need to upgrade your skills, your education, your English proficiency or, in the case of regulated trades and professions, become licensed.

To work you must have a Social Insurance Number (SIN) card. To get one go to a Service Canada office. Show your landing document or permanent resident card.

Your first step in a successful job search is to learn all about working in Manitoba. The pages in this section provide specific information and links to places you can get help.

Information and resources

  • Looking for work
    The way of looking for work may be quite different than in your home country. This page will help you with your job search – where to find job openings, how to apply for jobs: resumés, networking, interviews.
  • Work in your profession
    If your profession is regulated in Manitoba you must get licensed or certified by the profession's regulatory body.
  • Work in your trade
    How to become certified to work in a trade. This section has links to various sites. They provide information on qualifications, experience, examination, apprenticeship, the certification process and other topics.
  • About the Canadian workplace
    To pass a job interview - and succeed and be happy at work - you need to adjust. Read about Canadian "workplace culture" and about your rights and rules for payment, safety and health.
  • Academic credentials
    It is up to you to demonstrate to an employer that you are qualified for a job. However, a small number of employers and schools may ask that you have your international academic credentials assessed to determine your comparable level of education in Manitoba.
  • Where to get help
    Free employment services help newcomers prepare and look for jobs. They can advise you on skills upgrading, licensing, language training and other needs you may have in order to find work.
  • Advice from other immigrants
    At the website Career Destination Manitoba for Newcomers read recent immigrants' stories of how they successfully found work.
  • Frequently asked questions
    If you are looking for answers to a specific work-related issue search our frequently asked questions.
  • Start a business
    Find information and support for becoming a self-employed business owner.
  • Temporary foreign workers
    This guide is for people living in Manitoba on temporary work permits. The guide explains how to get settled in the community and how to have a safe, productive amd happy time on the job.

Events

Intercultural training for employers

Job search workshops for newcomers

PNP information sessions
100 Adelaide Street, in the Exchange District of downtown Winnipeg

This document can be viewed online at:
http://www2.immigratemanitoba.com/browse/work_in_manitoba/print,index.html