Keep content to 1 page maximum
Make your cover letter brief
Highlight a few key points about yourself, the rest will be covered in your resume and interview
Include your interest in the position and/or knowledge of company
When possible, include the name of the manager or supervisor when addressing the cover letter

Writing an effective resume is a seriously important skill. It can make or break your chance at getting an interview for a job you really want, no matter how perfect you are for the role.

Keep content to 2 pages maximum
Include bullet points to keep content easy to skim
Don’t use a generic resume for several employers – include the specific skills they are looking for
Only list relevant information to the job – don’t include your DZ drivers licence for an office role
Spell check!

A video resume is a short video created by you and uploaded to the internet or emailed to a hiring manager.  You share detailed information about your skills and experiences for employment purposes.

There are different styles: candidate talking to the camera, animated, whiteboard, stop-motion, etc.
Keep it professional, as this is a marketing tool.
Prepare what you want to say.  You are pitching yourself, what you can bring to the organization, your goals, skills, work history and accomplishments.
Be creative.  Think outside of the box, be unique and be yourself.
Keep the video between 30-90 seconds.  Remember attention spans are short and this is your elevator pitch.
Seek feedback from those you trust and make edits accordingly.
 

This is an optional tool for you.  For those folks looking to break into visual or creative fields, this can be a valuable tool to highlight your skills and personality.  This can include, but is not limited to acting, teaching, presenting, client facing roles, etc.

If the role you are applying to is not overly visual, then really think about if this would be beneficial or not. 

Always include a cover letter, even if they don’t ask for one
Use the job title or reference number in your email subject line, and in the body of your email, include your name and what documents you have attached
Follow the instructions exactly
Send applications electronically in a format that can be universally opened

Prepare for an interview by doing some practice questions with a friend or family
Arrive no more than 15 minutes early for an interview
Always dress professionally
Research the organization and role expectations
Prepare a few questions of your own for the employer
Do not bring up salary in the first intervie

Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.

Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.

Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.

Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.

Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.

Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.

1. official transcripts from all institutions previously or presently attended, such as secondary schools, colleges and universities;
2. proof of name change, if academic documents show a name other than that under which application is made (i.e. marriage certificate, notarized statements of legal name change or other legal documents); and,
3. evidence of English language proficiency, if English is not the applicant’s first language.

Ontario secondary school applicants should ensure that they understand how information is processed through their school to the Ontario Universities' Application Centre and the responsibility the applicant has in providing required information or documents directly to the OUAC and the University.

Applicants who withhold, misrepresent or fail to provide information related to previous academic records may have their admission offer revoked or be required to withdraw from the University.

For India

• All India Senior School Certificate awarded by CBSE/Indian School Certificate (Awarded by CISCE) (Year 12 State Board Exams with excellent results will also be considered individually)

All applicants to Nipissing University undergraduate degree and post-baccalaureate programs (excluding BEd) from countries where the dominant language of instruction is other than English will be required to achieve the required proficiency level on one of the following tests of English language proficiency for admission consideration. 
 

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Applicants to all programs except Nursing require a minimum score of 83 (iBT) with a minimum score of 20 in reading, listening and writing, and a minimum score of 22 in speaking. Applicants to Nursing require a minimum score of 93 with a minimum score of 20 in reading and listening and a minimum score of 22 in writing and speaking The Nipissing University TOEFL institution code is #3614. 
International English Language Test Service (IELTS): Applicants to all programs except Nursing require a minimum overall band score of 6.5 with a minimum 6 in reading, listening, speaking and writing. Applicants to Nursing require a minimum overall band score of 7 with a minimum 6.5 in reading, listening, speaking and writing. 
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Applicants to all programs except Nursing require a minimum overall score of 58 with a minimum score of 56 in speaking, writing, reading and listening. Applicants to Nursing require a minimum overall score of 63 with a minimum score of 60 in each section.  
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL/CAEL Online): Applicants to all programs except Nursing require a minimum overall score of 60 with no band less than 60. Applicants to Nursing require a minimum overall score of 70 with no band less than 60. 
Cambridge English Qualifications: A C1 minimum overall score of 176 with a minimum score of 169. 
Permanent Resident applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide proof of proficiency in English. Permanent Resident applicants whose first language is not English but who have lived at least three years in Canada, or a country where English is the dominant language may be exempt.