To the editor,
Here’s what I find interesting: At least twice a week I read about or hear about the shortage of qualified, skilled workers in Nova Scotia because everyone’s moving out west.
Here’s my problem: I graduated from Dalhousie University in May and STILL can’t find a job here in the province. Sure I can get a retail job and make minimum wage, but as I’m sure you can understand, I can’t pay back my student loans AND try to survive.
And why I should I? I worked hard to get my degree. I worked two jobs throughout university to survive in order to get a career, not a job. Furthermore, I’m sure that if you checked the NS human resources office, you’d find my resume there numerous times, probably overloading the system!
I have 10 years’ experience in the
health care field and a degree from one of the top universities in Canada. So, Mr. Premier, if you have any advice or a job offer, that would be great. Otherwise, come spring, I may be one of those people heading west.
By Megan
This article appears in Oct 25-31, 2007.