There are two basic types of employment agency.

The first type concentrates only on running online job boards. They post jobs and career seekers send their applications directly to the employer. These companies do not usually provide individualized recruiting services to career seekers nor do they normally charge career seekers for using their services. The advantage of online job boards is that they tend to have a wider variety of positions and operate on a regional, national or international basis.

The second type is commonly known as recruiters. Recruiting agencies offer personalized service to career seekers and help them to find employment. They will act as intermediaries on the career seeker’s behalf and will setup interviews with prospective employers. Recruiters charge a percentage of the career seeker’s salary or wage to the employer but some may also collect a percentage directly from the career seeker.

In both cases, some companies specialize in certain fields, e.g., administration, technology, oil and gas, etc. Before just sending your résumé to a employment agency make sure to review their site and make sure that they place people with your skill set.

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Other Online Employment Resources

Workopolis.ca - Canada's largest online database of iobs.

Monster.ca - A great resources for looking for employment.

CareerClick.com - Powered by the Canada.com network and features jobs posted in local newspapers across the country.