CV Format in Canada

Every company you are eyeing in Canada will require you to brief them about your work experience in a few sheets of paper we commonly know in the corporate world as Curriculum Vitae. Although you may have already made one for another company back in your home country, customizing your CV for Canada companies can also get you ahead of the competition.

Although English is the language for business in Canada, you may want to secure a French version if your employer is located in Quebec. Here are the necessary parts that should be present in your CV:

Parts of your CV	Content
Heading	Do not put a heading that says ‘Curriculum Vitae.’ Photo is not required in this section unless you were told so. Should your employer require a photo, take note to make its size visible enough for your employers.
Personal Information	This should contain your full name, contact details with international dialing codes, email address, and other alternative contact options
Professional Experience / Work History	This is where your employer focuses, make sure you have a consistent structure that includes your job title, the name of your employer, dates, and a brief discussion of your job description in chronological order (most recent first). Keep it simple, direct, and relevant to the current job application. Include part-time or voluntary work that is relevant to the job you’re applying for. You can also include a brief career objective before this section.
Educational Background & Trainings Attended	List your educational background from your most recent education attainment first. You may also include the seminars and trainings you took under this portion. Avoid irrelevant information that may not be value-adding to your application.
Skills	List down your skills and competencies that can help you fulfill your job in their company. This section is optional.

Just take note, keep your CV brief and relevant to the job you are applying for. Keep it neat and have it printed on high-quality paper. Below are samples of CVs in Canada you may want to check out:

If you have taken education from other countries, it will be a great help to mention it. Give emphasis on the qualities they may require of you and write in the third person in the singular form. Also, make sure your CV doesn’t go beyond two A4 pages long. Lastly, do attach a cover letter in the language your employer would be comfortable reading!