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Looking for a job in Canada as a newcomer? Questions an employer is not allowed to ask in a job interview

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  When you finally have a  job interview  after arriving in Canada, it can be an exciting time. This is especially true if you are on a low budget or have people who require financial assistance. Because of this, foreigners looking for work in Canada are frequently put in a vulnerable position where they may ignore their rights to work in Canada. However, if you know your rights and demand that they be honoured, you may find a better workplace in the long run. Every province and territory has a labour and employment law office that must follow the Canada Human Rights Act. Discrimination by employers is prohibited. The Human Rights Act of Canada states that no one may be discriminated against on the basis of their race, place of origin or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital and family status, disability, or financial circumstances. Avoiding discrimination during job looking is as simple as not including any personal information on your résumé, such as your age, mar