The “Canadian Experience” Problem: Skilled, Qualified… and Still Locked Out

Skilled South African immigrant woman in Canada reviewing a résumé after job rejection due to lack of Canadian work experience.

If you’ve immigrated to Canada, chances are you’ve heard the phrase “Canadian work experience.” And if you’ve heard it, chances are it made your heart sink just a little. A recent research report by Marlize Underhay, completed in collaboration with the South African Institute of Canada, puts proper data behind what many South Africans already […]