Employment / Jobs / Work

 

Learn English First

Most jobs require good English language skills.
To find out about English as an Additional Language (EAL) classes, call IALA (Interlake Adult Learning Association) at 642-5759. English classes can be during the day or evening.
Additional help with English can be provided at your workplace. This can help you to quickly learn the English you need for work. This program is called English at Work or Workplace Education Manitoba.

Volunteer

You can volunteer at community organizations to gain experience and connections with people. Ask the manager if they want volunteers. You can help in the community, learn more English, and it may help you find work.

Professional Credentials

If you need information about getting your professional credentials recognized, contact the Settlement Services office or:

  • Immigrant Credentials and Labour Market Branch, 1-204-945-6300
    5th Floor  213 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg

Finding a Job

  • Some jobs are advertised in the Classified Section of The Interlake Spectator, the local newspaper.
  • Government website to find jobs in a local area (Interlake):  www.jobbank.gc.ca
  • You can go to an employment centre. There are jobs listed and counselors available to help find jobs.
    - Employment Manitoba – Selkirk Centre, 1-204-785-5295
      Unit 100-237 Manitoba Ave, Selkirk, MB
     - Manitoba Youth Job Center - Open for young people from May to August 
      337 River Road West, Town of Arborg Building,  376-2397
    - Partners for Careers, Riverton & District Friendship Centre, Riverton, 378-2800

Jobquest: Arborg Provincial Building, 317 River Road West, 1-866-482-2100
You can get help with writing resumes and cover letters to apply for jobs. Other assistance includes learning to fill out application forms and acquiring job interview skills. Register to attend. Jobquest is available on Thursdays about twice a month.

Employment Income

Jobs have an hourly pay rate (a wage paid by the hour) or a monthly salary.
The total amount of pay in one year is called gross annual income.  After deductions are taken off, it is called net annual income.  Deductions are taken off pay cheques for income tax, CPP (Canadian Pension Plan), UI (unemployment insurance) and sometimes union dues and benefits.