The challenges faced by this Indian professional point to a growing divide between India and Canada, and illustrate the harsh reality that many skilled immigrants face in trying to integrate into the Canadian workforce
After leaving a coveted position at Google India, an Indian professional is facing unexpected challenges in Canada’s job market. Despite having over three years of experience at Google, he has found it difficult to secure a job that recognizes his qualifications, as reported by Economic Times.
Now working as a Process Inventory Associate, he shared his frustrations in a viral video posted on the Instagram page ‘Salary Scale,’ run by digital creator Piyush Monga, reported economictimes.indiatimes.com.
The professional revealed that his annual income in Canada stands at just $17,500 (Rs 10,77,511), a stark contrast to his salary at Google in India. “I can hardly survive on this income,” he said, voicing his frustration with the lower wages and the lack of recognition of his prior experience. In the video, he disclosed that he’s had to downplay his experience on his resume because recruiters in Canada are not considering his work in India, even with a major firm like Google. “It just doesn’t make any sense,” he said, explaining that Canadian employers seem to value local experience over international credentials.
A survey by the Angus Reid Institute revealed that only 33 percent of Canadians hold a favorable view of India, down from 56 percent in 2019
He also noticed a hiring preference for Canadian candidates, stating, “Recruiters here are looking for Canadian candidates, not Indian ones.” His situation underscores a larger issue faced by many immigrants in Canada, where international experience often goes unrecognized, hindering their ability to find suitable employment.
This story also highlights the strained relations between India and Canada, which have been exacerbated by recent political tensions. Following the assassination of pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar and allegations of foreign interference, public opinion in Canada toward India has significantly deteriorated.
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