Coming to Montreal on a Working Holiday visa?  How exciting!  There are so many things to think about when planning to work  and live abroad.  Where to live and how to find a job is just the tip of the iceberg.  OYM is happy to offer you the following services to make your time here memorable and rewarding.

Assistance with accommodations and local housing:

On Your Mark (OYM) will recommend the best neighbourhoods to live in and provide you with assistance in finding the right home whether it is in a student residence, shared apartment or on your own.  OYM will direct you to the best housing resources, explain how monthly leases work in Montreal, communicate with landlords and tell you what you should look for in a room and/or a roommate to make it a comfortable home.

City / neighbourhood orientations:

On Your Mark is proud of Montreal!  This small but cosmopolitan city has so much to offer so why waste time getting lost?  OYM will give you a personal tour of the heart of Montreal and the neighbourhood you settle into as well.  The Montreal  metro system is one of the best in the world and OYM will give you the navigation tools you will need to get around and give you the details about fares and bus passes.

Job hunting advice and assessment of job skills and personal goals:

Resume editing and printing services:

Even before you arrive in Montreal, OYM can help you.  OYM will review and edit your resume to give you the best chance of finding a job.  OYM has several years experience editing resumes and is confident that our professional tips will get you a job.

Personal assistance in obtaining SIN (Social Insurance Number):

Once you have your working holiday visa, you will need a SIN number before beginning any job search.  OYM will personally take you through the steps that are required to obtain a Social Insurance number.  Use the OYM address to receive documents while settling into a permanent address.

Assistance with opening bank accounts:

Another step that will prepare you for your life in Montreal.   Certain banks require a lot of documentation to open an account.  OYM did its research and knows how to make it easy for you.

Introduction to local social groups:

What is a great way to avoid being lonely in a new city?  Make friends of course!  OYM is happy to introduce you to local social groups around the city.  Whether it is to practice a second language, practice a hobby, sport or just to hang out and explore the city, OYM will get you started in meeting local Montrealers and other travelers.