FAQS - Registration Form

1. What if I don't want to give out personal information such as date of birth, telephone number, etc.?
   You can leave out your date of birth, but you must include your age group, so that we can determine if you meet program criteria. As well, because students are contacted by phone for interviews, you must include your phone number or another number where we can reach you.

2. What is employment equity? Why is it important?
   Employment equity is a process designated to address the historical under-representation of certain groups in the work force. It is important because our work force should be representative of the diversity of the population it serves.

3. What employment opportunities are offered for students who are disabled?
   Career related positions are available through CareerOptions for Students with Disabilities. For more information or to find out if you qualify, contact Sandra Lytwyn at (204) 945-1637, toll-free at 1-800-282-8069 ext. 1637, or e-mail at sandra.lytwyn@gov.mb.ca.

4. Why aren't women included in the employment equity categories listed?
   Gender is identified elsewhere on the form.

5. Will I be left out if I indicate/don't indicate an employment equity category?
   If you don't indicate a disability, you won't be considered for CareerOptions positions.

6. My courses (faculty, college) are not on your list. What should I do?
   Select one that closely matches your courses or choose "other".

7. I have a job (full-time/part-time/casual). Should I indicate that on the form?
   No. If you are a student, you don't need to indicate your employment information. However, if you fall into the "youth" category, you do need to include information about your job.

8. Do I have to quit my job to qualify for a government job?
   No. As long as you can realistically work both jobs, it is not a problem.

9. I am in a joint program (ie. U of W / U of M, or U of M / RRC). Which one shall I indicate?
   The one you are presently attending.

10. I take more courses/have more skills than space is provided for. What do I do?
    By registering on-line you will be able to indicate up to 45 skills. If you find space still is limited, enter the skills/courses that are relevant to the type of job you are seeking.

11. I don't know what my plans are for next year. Which option should I check? (This is especially relevant for students graduating in the spring).
    Check "yes" only if you're fairly certain that you are returning.

12. What is Quebec Exchange and New Brunswick Exchange?
    These are summer work exchange programs between the Manitoba, Quebec and New Brunswick provincial governments. Nine Manitoba students exchange with nine students from Quebec and two Manitoba students exchange with two from New Brunswick. The jobs begin mid-May and terminate mid-August. The program covers airfare to and from Quebec and New Brunswick and pays $11.30 per hour. However, students are responsible for paying their own living expenses (food, accommodation, etc.)

13. How fluent do I have to be in French to be considered for Quebec Exchange and New Brunswick Exchange?
    Students should be able to work in an environment where all communication is conducted in French. Part of the selection interview will be conducted in French.

14. How do I apply for the Quebec Exchange?
    Check the "Yes" box on the registration form and an information sheet will appear for you to read and print off.

If you want more information on Quebec Exchange, contact Lemma Mekonnen at (204) 945-3676, toll-free at 1-800-282-8069 ext. 3676, or e-mail lemma.mekonnen@gov.mb.ca.