Job Websites
Job openings in Saskatchewan can be found on the following websites. New jobs are posted regularly on the following websites, so you should visit these sites often.
- Saskjobs.ca is the largest job site in Saskatchewan. It lists job postings in entry-level, trade, professional and management positions. Jobs are listed by occupation and region.
- Health Careers in Saskatchewan lists health care jobs with Saskatchewan Regional Health Authorities, as well as the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency.
- Saskatchewan Government Careers features jobs available with the provincial government.
- The Job Bank is a Government of Canada website that helps you find jobs available across the country. It also includes information on licensing, training options, regulatory bodies, and wages.
- Other websites with Saskatchewan job listings can be found on saskjobs.ca.
Employment Services
Before You Arrive
Develop skills for your job search and improve your workplace communication skills before you arrive in Saskatchewan.
- Settlement Online Pre-Arrival (SOPA) delivers programs and services to help you find a job and understand the Canadian workplace so you arrive better prepared to enter the workforce.
After You Arrive
Some organizations in Saskatchewan can assist you in finding a job. They can provide information on job opportunities, help you prepare job applications, provide training and education and the resources (computers, printers, and fax machines) to help you with your job search.
- SaskJobs – Career Services provides career and employment services to Saskatchewan people in need of information on career and job opportunities, as well as training and education at different locations throughout the province. The services focus on matching the skills of Saskatchewan workers with the skill needs of employers.
- Regional Newcomer Gateways are welcome centres for newcomers arriving in Saskatchewan. They help you find the information, resources, and services you need to make your move to Saskatchewan a success. Find a Regional Newcomer Gateway close to you.
- French language services to help with employment are also available.
Building Canadian Work Experience
When searching for a job, having work experience in Canada may give you an advantage over other applicants. Employers may want you to have Canadian work experience because:
- They want to know that you are familiar with the way things are done in Canada;
- They want to know that you can operate equipment that is commonly used in Canada, as well as interact with customers appropriately; or
- They may feel more comfortable assessing your skills in Canada rather than experience gained outside of the country.
Although it may be difficult to get Canadian work experience, there are several ways you can get this experience:
Part-time and Temporary Work
Part-time work refers to positions where you work less than 30 hours a week. It allows you to gain Canadian work experience and earn money while attending classes or caring for your family. You may also see jobs that are described as casual. Generally, this means that you do not work a regular schedule, but will be scheduled to work when you are needed.
Temporary work refers to a job that is available for a period of time, with a specific start and end date. Seasonal work means that the temporary job is available for a certain time of the year. Part-time, temporary, seasonal, and casual jobs are listed on a number of job websites.
Work Placement Programs
Work placement programs provide you with an opportunity to work for a short period in a workplace, sometimes without pay. This is an excellent way to get Canadian work experience and make contacts. You can learn more about work placement programs in your area by contacting your local Labour Market Service Office and your Regional Newcomer Gateway.
Transitional Jobs
A transitional job is different from your usual work, but it allows you to earn money while you are looking for other opportunities or waiting for certification in your occupation. For example, someone educated as a lawyer may find work as a legal assistant in a law office or with the government doing research and policy development. Transitional jobs can help you get Canadian work experience, make yourself known to employers, and improve your English skills.
Job Opportunities for Health Care Professionals
Saskatchewan has opportunities for health care workers in certain professions. Some are in high demand; while others may not be.
Check the job sites listed below to see what positions are available in your health care profession:
- Health Careers in Saskatchewan is the provincial recruitment agency that helps job seekers find employment with the Saskatchewan regional health authorities and the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency.
- The Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency provide most health services in Saskatchewan, either directly or through health care organizations.
- Saskjobs.ca is the largest job-posting site in Saskatchewan. It has job postings in entry-level, trade, professional and management positions.
Not all health professionals work in the public health care system. Many regulated health professionals work in private businesses. Examples of these professionals: