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Frequently Asked Questions
At MERAK, we take pride in our boutique approach to recruiting, focusing on relationship-building, personalized coaching, and unwavering support throughout the recruitment journey. Our commitment ensures candidates are well-prepared with polished resumes and refined interview skills.
- Personalized Attention: Enjoy a tailored experience with individual focus.
- Relationship Building: Develop strong, meaningful relationships with recruiters who understand your skills, preferences, and career goals.
- Responsive Communication: Experience quicker and more direct communication channels.
- Coaching and Support: Receive hands-on coaching and support throughout the recruitment process.
- Flexibility: We are agile and adaptable to meet the unique needs of both candidates and clients.
- Community Feel: Enjoy a sense of belonging within our close-knit network and collaborative environment.
MERAK specializes in IT opportunities. We connect skilled professionals with significant roles in resource augmentation, custom software development, systems integration, and strategic advice, driven by practical solutions tailored to our clients’ business needs
Visit our clients and roles page for more information.
MERAK offers a range of contract opportunities in the IT sector.
You will be asked to create a profile with us, providing initial information about yourself and your preferences. If this information aligns well, we will schedule an interview to discuss our services and your experience. Once accepted into the database, you will begin receiving notifications for contract opportunities and can proceed with applications.
The process typically takes 1-2 weeks.
The duration depends on the client. There is often significant communication at the beginning to prepare your resume and client documents, if required. After that, we can wait anywhere from 2-8 weeks for the position to close.
Congratulations! We’re excited to have you join us. Watch your email inbox for notifications about new subcontractor opportunities tailored to your specified job role. If you have multiple roles, please let us know your experience level in each.
The information included in the notifications can vary based on the client but may include the project name, requisition number, role, level of experience, job description, and requirements. Initial notifications will provide a general overview of the opportunity, followed by a link to a full job description detailing the specifics.
Also known as a Right to Represent (RTR), this document confirms that we are the sole suppliers submitting you for a specific opportunity. It outlines the rate we will submit you at, the job description, the location of work, and confirms that you have an active HST number and corporation name. If two vendors submit the same candidate, neither will be considered.
Please fill out our contact form and we will get back to you shortly.
While we have positions available across Canada, many of our opportunities are based in Ontario. Please review the requirements closely to determine if regular office attendance is necessary. Many roles mandate a hybrid schedule with in-office presence, and even remote roles often require candidates to be in Ontario due to regulations.
Yes, many of our clients offer remote work options. However, the availability of remote positions varies by client and role, so it’s essential to review each opportunity’s requirements.
If you need to update your information, please reach out to us via email or fill out the contact form on our website. We will assist you in making the necessary updates to your profile.
Yes, we strive to keep candidates informed about the status of their applications. If you are not selected for a particular opportunity, we will send you a notification.
Ensure your resume highlights your relevant experience, skills, and achievements. Tailor it to emphasize the roles you are interested in, and include any specific projects or technologies you have worked with.
Yes, you can apply for multiple positions. Just ensure that you clearly indicate your interest and relevant experience for each role in your application.
The interview process typically involves a discussion with one of our recruiters, followed by interviews with the client if you are shortlisted. We will prepare you for each step of the process.
We provide personalized coaching, resume reviews, and interview preparation to ensure you are well-equipped for each opportunity. Our team is here to support you at every stage of the recruitment process.
Yes, we can provide feedback based on your interviews. We believe constructive feedback is valuable for your development and future opportunities
Feel free to reach out to us via email or through the contact form for any questions you may have regarding a specific job opportunity. We are here to help clarify any details.
Research the client and the role you are applying for, practice common interview questions, and prepare to discuss your experiences and skills relevant to the position. We also offer interview preparation sessions for our candidates.
Incorporating in Ontario: Quickstart Guide
- Incorporation separates personal and business assets. This means that if the business incurs debt or legal issues, the owner’s personal assets (like their home or savings) are generally protected, offering more security.
- Corporations can often benefit from tax breaks and strategies not available to sole proprietorships or partnerships. These include lower corporate tax rates, the ability to split income, and the option to leave profits in the company for future use.
- Being incorporated can enhance your reputation with clients, investors, and other businesses. It signals professionalism, stability, and long-term commitment.
- Incorporating makes it easier to draw a clear line between personal and business finances, which can help in tax filing and limit personal exposure to the company’s financial obligations.
- Incorporation is often necessary if you plan to grow or scale your business, enter into contracts with large organizations, or seek international expansion, as it formalizes the structure and governance of your enterprise.
Applying online can take as little as an hour depending on the accessibility of information needed for the forms. You can also file by email or mail, but this may slow the response time for the success of your application. If you are planning to incorporate once you receive a contract offer, please keep the potential for slowed processes in mind.
There are two online service provers who are under contract with the ministry. You can access their services at the links below.
Provincially
If you plan on operating your business only within Ontario, you can incorporate provincially. If you later want to do business in another province, you will need to incorporate in that province too. You can register your business through the Ontario Business Registry.
- You will operate your business out of Ontario
- Your business is bound by the legal regulations for corporations in Ontario
- You will receive protections for your corporation’s name in Ontario
Federally
If you want to be able to operate your business out of any province, you must incorporate federally. You can register your business through Canada’s Online Filing Centre – Corporations Canada.
- You will be able to operate your business throughout Canada
- The process for incorporating federally is more time consuming
Businesses do not typically need to incorporate federally unless you expect to be working outside of Ontario.
You can review further information from the Ontario Business Registry on what information will be necessary to prepare for incorporation here: Notice – Business Corporations Act – Incorporating a Business Corporation – Forms – Central Forms Repository (CFR) (gov.on.ca)
How to Apply
There are a few essential details that must always be correct and up to date. There are a few essential details that must always be correct and up to date. This may have changed if you have been engaged in a contract for an extended period and are now returning to seek contracts or if you have made any alterations to your legal name or incorporation status.
HST & Corporation Name
Please provide us with your subcontractor details and HST number if you have not already done so. We will confirm your HST and Corporation Name when you are selected to move forward with an application, so having this information handy will make the process more efficient.
Legal Name
We need to submit both your preferred name and legal name to OPS. As part of the submission process, OPS may conduct a security clearance check. If the name you provide does not match your legal ID, you may be disqualified from the position or experience delays in the process. To prevent any issues, please ensure that:
- Your preferred name is whatever you like to go by. Ex: Johnny Jones Smith.
- Your legal name is as it appears on any official documentation like a driver’s license or passport. We will need only your first and last names, please exclude your middle name from this field. Ex: John Smith.
- If your legal name and preferred name are the same, please fill out both fields in the form regardless.
When you receive a notification for an Ontario Public Sector or Broader Public Sector position that you are interested in, please review these steps.
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