{"id":29606,"date":"2024-03-25T11:35:47","date_gmt":"2024-03-25T15:35:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prepareforcanada.com\/?p=29606"},"modified":"2025-06-05T19:01:32","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T23:01:32","slug":"why-communication-skills-are-important","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/working\/skills-assessment\/why-communication-skills-are-important","title":{"rendered":"Why Communication Skills are Important"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Communication skills are important for two primary reasons. Firstly, if you apply for Permanent Residence (PR) in Canada you must have strong language skills. You need to show that you can communicate in either of Canada&#8217;s official languages: English or French.&nbsp; And you have to provide proof of your language results from an organization that the <a aria-label=\"Canadian government approves (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/express-entry\/documents\/language-requirements\/language-testing.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Canadian government approves<\/a>.&nbsp;For example, the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a common tool to show your language skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Secondly, one of the most important skills that Canadian employers look for is the ability to communicate effectively. Regardless of your title, profession, or industry, strong communication skills will help you to achieve success. Employability skills include managing information, thinking and solving problems, using numbers, using digital tools, and communicating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>Employability skills are the skills you need to enter, go through, and grow in the world of work. Understanding and applying these skills will help you create a set of tools to improve your ability to grow and do well in the workplace and beyond.<\/p><cite>Conference Board of Canada, 2022<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2022, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conferenceboard.ca\/product\/employability-skills\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Conference Board of Canada<\/a>, in partnership with FutureSkills Centre, defined communication skills as a fundamental skill. Other employability skills include:  &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The goal was to identify the top skills that Canadian employers seek. The research showed that employers seek these top three skills: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Soft skills (social and emotional skills)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal management skills, and <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teamwork skills. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-communication-skills-defined\"><strong>Communication Skills Defined<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While language and communication skills are essential for most jobs, what exactly does that mean? And, how do you show that you have proficient language skills?<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To succeed in the workplace, it\u2019s essential to communicate with managers, co-workers, clients, suppliers, and customers. Strong communication skills include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Writing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reading<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speaking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Listening.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In the workplace, you require:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-writing-skills\"><strong>Writing Skills<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Strong writing skills are vital for many jobs. Writing skills include your ability to write clearly and concisely. This can include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Writing effective emails<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Writing compelling presentations and reports<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reviewing and proofreading your writing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-reading-skills\"><strong>Reading Skills<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Reading skills include your ability to read and understand:&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Forms, memos, policies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graphs, charts, diagrams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complex information such as journals and articles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The level and type of reading requirements will vary based on the type of work that you do.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-listening-skills\"><strong>Listening Skills<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Listening skills include verbal and non-verbal responses to show the speaker that you are engaged in what they are saying. Active listening allows you to hear, understand, and respond in a meaningful way to the speaker.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an important skill to help you build relationships and trust with managers, co-workers, and others you work with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Active listening includes:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Paraphrasing what you heard the speaker say in your own words<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Asking open-ended questions to get a speaker to provide more information.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limiting closed-ended questions (questions that require a yes or no answer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Giving verbal and non-verbal feedback that shows interest in the speaker.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-verbal feedback, such as nodding your head, shows that you understand what the speaker is saying without interrupting them. It\u2019s a helpful cue you give to the speaker. Other non-verbal cues include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Smiling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintaining eye contact<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Removing distractions such as your cell phone, papers on your desk, and closing your laptop.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Active listening allows you to focus on the speaker, listen, and understand another point of view. All skills that will help you to succeed in the workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-speaking-skills\"><strong>Speaking Skills<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Strong speaking skills allow you to influence others such as managers, co-workers, and customers. Whether you manage a team or are a team member, speaking skills allow you to convey ideas effectively and persuade others. Speaking skills are helpful for most positions and important for any customer-facing role. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-developing-soft-skills-in-the-canadian-workplace\"><strong>Developing &#8220;Soft Skills&#8221; in the Canadian Workplace<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many newcomers misread their struggle to acquire employment and look to add to their already long list of educational credentials. This is good, but you also need your soft skills to succeed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Soft skills are a critical factor for success in Canada because when employers ask about \u201cCanadian experience\u201d, they are looking for candidates who can easily adapt to the workplace. They want assurance that you are a match for the job and the workplace culture. When looking for work in the&nbsp;Canadian job market, it&#8217;s vital to put your best foot forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-exactly-are-soft-skills\"><strong>What Exactly are Soft Skills?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Soft skills remain out of the grasp of many people because Canadians have difficulty articulating what \u201csoft skills\u201d actually include, beyond interpersonal skills. Hard skills are related to your technical ability, credentials, and relevant experience that you already have in abundance. On the other hand, soft skills, or people skills describe how you connect with others, build relationships, solve problems, and interact with others.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Certainly, communication skills are a part of the soft skills package, but it\u2019s only a part. Within communication skills, is the capacity to network with others (which includes the art of small talk), effectively communicate (verbally and non-verbally), work in teams, collaborate with others, and demonstrate empathy. While your hard skills and resume will get you an interview, it is your ability to present yourself in the interview that will make you stand out. This is an important piece of the puzzle and without developing these skills, you may find it difficult to get past the initial interview. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-improve-your-communication-skills\"><strong>How to Improve Your Communication Skills<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Mastering your language and communication skills will help you when you apply to work in Canada. Employers will see your strong communication skills as a strength and help you to stand out among other applicants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Many settlement services also provide free language instruction. Settlement agencies exist across Canada and can help you with many services such as job-specific language training to help you excel in the workplace.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"rounded-btn border-b-2 border-light-grey bg-off-white lg:grid lg:grid-cols-3 gap-2\">\n    <article class=\"lg:col-span-2 flex flex-col gap-4 p-6 lg:p-12\">\n        <h3 class=\"text-2xl\">Working in Canada | How To Get Your First Job In Canada<\/h3>\n        <p>Are you moving to Canada soon or already here? Do you need to find a job? Would you like to find good resources for finding employment in Canada? If so, join us for a free webinar where you can ask an expert your questions. We&#8217;ll discuss what you can do to make yourself more marketable to potential employers.<\/p>\n                    <a class=\"flex flex-row w-fit gap-2 rounded-btn btn-secondary p-5 transition ease-in-out text-lg font-bold\"\n               href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/webinars\/working-webinar\">REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\" fill=\"none\">\n                    <path\n                        d=\"M13.1752 20.175L14.8248 21.8247L22.6497 13.9999L14.8248 6.17505L13.1752 7.82472L18.1837 12.8332H7V15.1665H18.1837L13.1752 20.175Z\"\n                        fill=\"white\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/a>\n            <\/article>\n    <div class=\"relative lg:col-span-1\">\n                    <video src=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/01\/18123717\/Working_in_Canada_webinar_for_newcomers.mp4\" autoplay loop playsinline muted\n                   class=\"absolute inset-0 h-full w-full object-cover rounded-3xl\"><\/video>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re comfortable with your communication skills, you will be more confident in job interviews. As well, strong communication skills will help you to excel in the workplace.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-government-language-skills-programs\"><strong>Government Language Skills Programs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Canadian government funds many language programs. These programs are available through settlement services, or you can improve your language through the Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The LINC program provides free instruction to improve basic language skills such as speaking and writing in English or French.&nbsp; To find a LINC program, click on the links below for the province where you plan to settle: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.immigrant-education.ca\/programs\/language\/linc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alberta<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/issbc.org\/our-resource\/register-for-linc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">British Columbia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/settlement.org\/ontario\/education\/english-as-a-second-language-esl\/linc-program\/what-is-the-language-instruction-for-newcomers-to-canada-linc-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ontario<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/immigratemanitoba.com\/resources\/language-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Manitoba<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20220518084847\/https:\/\/www.welcomenb.ca\/content\/wel-bien\/en\/LivingSettling\/content\/LanguageTraining.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">New Brunswick<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.nl.ca\/education\/k12\/curriculum\/guides\/esl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Newfoundland and Labrador<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20220505133409\/https:\/\/novascotiaimmigration.com\/live-here\/language-learning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nova Scotia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.princeedwardisland.ca\/en\/information\/economic-growth-tourism-and-culture\/language-training\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Prince Edward Island<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.quebec.ca\/education\/apprendre-le-francais\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Quebec<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saskatchewan.ca\/residents\/moving-to-saskatchewan\/live-in-saskatchewan\/language-training-and-settlement-services\/language-training\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saskatchewan<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gov.nu.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nunavut<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210130050143\/https:\/\/yukon.ca\/en\/immigration\/apply-immigrate-yukon\/apply-immigrate-yukon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yukon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ece.gov.nt.ca\/en\/elcc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Northwest Territories<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-benefits-of-taking-language-classes\"><strong>Benefits of Taking Language Classes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Language classes that the government of Canada funds are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Taught by qualified and experienced teachers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Available in a classroom with other students or online<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Available to take full-time, part-time, and during the day, evening, or weekends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can take language classes at community organizations, schools, and colleges. Other benefits are meeting other newcomers and boosting your confidence when you take your language skills to the next level!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-ielts\"><strong>What is IELTS?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is a popular English language test commonly used by schools and organizations to assess and measure language skills. The IELTS test is also one of the language tests that Canada will accept for people who want to immigrate to Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Some professions in Canada including, engineering, law, medicine, and teaching require a minimum IELTS score. For example, to work as a teacher in Ontario, you require a minimum <a href=\"https:\/\/takeielts.britishcouncil.org\/ontario-college-teachers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IELTS score<\/a> of:&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>6.5 for reading and listening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>7 for writing and speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Organizations like British Council IELTS can help you improve your communication skills with webinars, practice materials, tests, and free online courses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Research your profession in Canada to see if you must meet an IELTS requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Communication skills are important because they will ensure your success in the workplace. You can develop your communication skills at home, school, work, and in your community. 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