Immigration
Immigration Overview
About Yukon
Working & Jobs
Yukon has a small but diverse and growing economy. Occupations in public administration, retail trade, accommodation and food services, health care and social assistance, construction, and educational services are especially important here. Mining has traditionally played a large role in the Territory's economy and the tourism industry is growing quickly.
In 2006 The Yukon’s average hourly wage rate for all occupations, $21.61, was higher than any province in Canada.
Prices for most goods and services in Whitehorse are comparable to those in southern Canada, though in Yukon communities outside of Whitehorse they may be significantly higher.
Yukon Bureau of Statistics - Statistics on Prices & Income
Foreign Credential Recognition
Foreign Credential Recognition is the process of verifying that the education and job experience obtained in another country are equal to the standards established for Canadian workers.
Human Resources and Social Development Canada - Foreign Credential Recognition
Documents that describe a newcomer's education and work experience are important to finding a job in Canada. As a newcomer, even if you have many years of experience, you may not be able to work in your trade or profession in Canada right away. In most cases, you will need to have your credentials assessed. Going to Canada - Education and Work Experience Documents
Jobs
The Working in Canada Tool is a great place to learn about Canada's labour market; find information on job titles; and research employment facts by occupation and city, town or region.
If you are interested in working temporarily in Canada, you will have to meet specific requirements. Visit Working Temporarily in Canada to learn more.
If you are a potential immigrant or nominee and do not currently have a job offer, you may wish to visit the following Yukon employment web sites:
More information:
Yukon Bureau of Statistics Employment Information
Yukon Department of Economic Development
Work Permits for Students
It is possible to work in Canada while you are here as a student, and there are opportunities for jobs on and off campus. You will need to apply. Please refer to the Citizenship & Immigration Canada page: Studying in Canada: Work Permits for students for more information.
As of April 2008, international students who graduate from eligible programs at certain Canadian post-secondary institutions are able to obtain an open work permit under the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program, with no restrictions on the type of employment and no requirement for a job offer. In addition, the duration of the work permit has been extended to three years across the country. Previously, the program only allowed international students to work for one or two years, depending on location.
Read the Citizenship and Immigration Canada News Release and Backgrounder on Post-Graduation Work Permit Program.
Contact - Immigration
Labour Market Programs & Services
Advanced Education Branch
Department of Education
Government of Yukon
Box 2703
Whitehorse, Yukon
Canada Y1A 2C6
(867) 456-6813
immigration@gov.yk.ca
