Knowledge Check – Canadian Workplace Values - Dream Legacy Foundation

In Canada, arriving at 7:05 for a 7:00 shift is usually seen as

Acceptable, as long as work is finished

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Normal, because it is only 5 minutes

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Late, because punctuality is valued

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A minor inconvenience that will be ignored

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During a team meeting, your supervisor asks for new ideas for a project. What is the most appropriate action in a Canadian workplace?

Wait for others to speak first to avoid interrupting.

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Share your ideas openly, even if you're not fully confident in them.

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Only speak if directly asked, as it's rude to jump in.

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Write down your ideas and email them later.

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A colleague makes a minor error in a report. How should you address it in a Canadian workplace?

Correct the error yourself without mentioning it to them.

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Directly tell them, "You made a mistake here".

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Suggest, "I think there might be another way to phrase this, let's look together."

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Inform your supervisor about the error privately.

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When describing your past job experience, which statement best reflects an achievement-oriented approach in Canada?

"I was responsible for customer service."

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"I processed customer inquiries efficiently."

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"I resolved an average of 30 customer issues per day, improving satisfaction by 15%."

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"I gained experience working with many different customers."

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A coworker takes a two-week vacation. What is the common perception of this in a Canadian workplace?

It shows a lack of commitment to their job.

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It's a normal and respected part of work-life balance.

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They are lazy and should be working more.

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It means they are looking for another job.

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Which of the following is the most professional subject line for an email when applying for a job?

"Looking for job"

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"Application for Warehouse Associate – Dwane Johnson"

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"Hire me please"

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"Urgent! Job Application"

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You need a document from a colleague. Which phrasing best reflects polite communication in a Canadian workplace?

"Send me the report now."

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"I need the report by end of day."

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"Could you please share the report with me when you have a moment?"

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"Where is my report?"

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At a networking event, you meet someone in your desired field. What is the most effective approach in Canada for building a professional relationship?

Immediately ask if they have any job openings.

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Focus on learning about their career journey and offer to connect later.

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Hand them your resume and ask them to pass it on.

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Don't follow up, as it might seem pushy.

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After an informational interview or coffee chat, what is the expected follow-up action?

Call them daily until you hear back.

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Send a personalized thank-you email within 24 hours.

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Wait a week before sending any communication.

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Only follow up if they contact you first.

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Your supervisor gives you constructive feedback about stacking pallets, saying, “Youʼre doing well, but I need you to stack the pallets a bit straighter so they are safe to move.” What is the best response?

Argue back because you disagree.

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Thank them for the feedback and adjust your approach.

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Ignore the feedback and continue as before.

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Get defensive and ask why they are singling you out.

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A coworker asks, “Can you help me move this heavy box?” You are busy with your task, but teamwork is highly valued. What is the most appropriate response?

"I'm busy right now, ask someone else."

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"Of course, let's lift it together so it's safe."

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"I don't think I can, it looks too heavy for me."

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Pretend not to hear them and continue your work.

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You are new on a construction site and your foreman gives instructions, but you do not fully understand them. What should you do?

Guess what to do to avoid looking unknowledgeable.

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Wait until you make a mistake and then ask for clarification.

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Politely ask, "Sorry, could you repeat the last step so I get it right?"

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Ask a coworker instead of the foreman.

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Which of the following best demonstrates cultural fit in a Canadian workplace?

Always working alone and avoiding collaboration

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Volunteering in your community and showing adaptability

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Never asking questions to avoid looking weak

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Prioritizing individual tasks over team goals

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When communicating in a Canadian workplace, what is generally preferred?

Being indirect to avoid confrontation

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Using overly formal language at all times

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Clear, polite, and respectful language

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Expressing opinions assertively without explanation

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Your supervisor gives you constructive feedback on a task. What is the most appropriate response?

Immediately defend your actions to show confidence

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Ignore the feedback and continue as before

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Listen attentively, ask clarifying questions, and express willingness to improve

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Become defensive and avoid that supervisor in the future

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A coworker looks like they are struggling with a heavy load. What is a typical Canadian workplace approach?

Wait until they ask for help directly

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Offer assistance proactively, emphasizing safety and collaboration

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Avoid eye contact to not interfere with their task

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Suggest they should have asked for help earlier

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