Useful Links

The following list provides information and links to web sites that offer detailed information about occupations and career paths in both Canada and overseas.

Career Directions Online

This guide provides detailed information on 186 occupations. - http://www.careerdirectionsonline.com

JobFutures

Job Futures includes: overviews of the labour market and general economic trends; detailed information on all occupational groups and post-secondary fields of study; and current and future labour market conditions - http://jobfutures.ca/en/home.shtml

Making Career Sense of Labour Market Information

This extensive web site introduces career practitioners to key socio-economic and labour market concepts, trends and issues. It also provides practical examples of researching labour market information and using it in the career development process. It is also an excellent resource for individuals engaged in career transition. - http://www.makingcareersense.org

National Occupational Classification System

The National Occupational Classification (NOC) is designed to help Canadians understand the world of work. It describes duties, skills, interests, aptitudes, education requirements and working settings for occupations in the Canadian market. - http://www23.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/2001/e/generic/welcome.shtml

Work Destinations

The Work Destinations site is designed for Canadian residents who want to practise their trade or profession in another province or territory within Canada. This site offers occupation-specific information on work conditions, placement and recruitment, labour market information, local living conditions, social services, training and education opportunities. - http://www.workdestinations.org

Workinfonet

This site provides links to over 2,000 web sites and includes extensive labour market data. - http://www.workinfonet.ca

WorkInk

This site provides resources and information to enhance the equitable and meaningful employment of people with disabilities. - http://www.workink.com