I just met with a client who moved to Canada 3 years ago. He came here to work in the construction industry. He was promised a nice contract with a decent salary.

Unfortunately when he got here the construction industry slowed. (Remember 2008)

He is now finding it hard to keep busy. He has a young family and I really felt bad for him.

I started to imagine how hard it would be to move to a new country, learn a new language and attempt to raise a family. I sometimes forget how good we have it.

I really didn’t know what sort of advice to give him. I finally made 1 suggestion and 2 phone calls for him.

First I told him to consider looking outside the area for work. Like Fort MacMurray or possibly Saskatchewan. I have other clients who work in those areas and they make a lot more money.

Second, I contacted two other clients in the construction industry to see if they were hiring.(I told him no guarantees, but I would certainly ask.)

Here is what I would like to know:

     What is your best employment advice for someone in my friends situation?

Alternately if you are between jobs or work is slowing down contact me and I’ll see if I know someone in my network who could possibly help you out. (Again no promises, but I’ll certainly try)

Cheers

Scott