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Every great story has a good beginning, but it goes further than that. Writing a story involves following through on ideas and taking them to their conclusions. The same is true of creating compelling arguments for English essays.

One of the common assignments in English classes is the essay. Teachers ask their students to write essays on all kinds of topics, like summer vacation or an analysis of a poem or novel. What do you do when you receive an assignment like that?

The first step in writing an essay is to research the topic and to decide on your main point, often called a thesis. You might find that a poem that seems to be about animals is actually about how people relate to each other. Maybe you discover that a novel about working conditions in nineteenth century England reflects what life is like in parts of the world today. Even if you write about your own life, you need to have a main point that ties the whole essay together.

Some experts believe that the introduction and conclusion are the most important part of any essay. The introduction often begins with a general statement of common knowledge that most people would agree with. The thesis statement comes after a few more sentences and gives the main point of what the essay is going to say. With a good first statement and logical thesis, the essay will be off to a good start.

The next part of the essay is the body, which can be only a few paragraphs or several pages long, depending on the assignment. This section sets out the supporting points which help to prove the thesis. You might find this information in reference books, the Internet, or your own experiences. Having a logical progression and using clear language will help to make this section compelling.

Suppose that you had to write an essay on Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare. You could write about the different characters in the play and about how their different personalities led to Caesar’s assassination. That would be a fairly basic level of analysis, and maybe that would be all that your teacher wants. On the other hand, you could tie the play in to current politics or maybe an event like the French Revolution. In that case, readers would be able to see how a four hundred year old play relates to modern life.

The last part of the essay is the conclusion. This part ties all of the points together and says what the essay proves. The conclusion should not be a just repetition of what you have already said, but it should include your main idea and possibly a quotation that fits with what you have to say. It can be long or short, but it should join the whole essay together.

The most important aspect of writing a compelling English essay is to have a good idea that you can prove to readers. With that and a good introduction and conclusion, drawing readers into what you say should be easy.

Bibliography:

Fleming, Grace. “How to Write an Argumentative Essay.” https://www.thoughtco.com/write-an-argument-essay-1856986.

Freedman, Leora and Jerry Plotnik. “Introductions and Conclusions.” http://advice.writing.utoronto.ca/planning/intros-and-conclusions/

Oxford Royale Academy. “9 Ways to Construct a Compelling Argument.” https://www.oxford-royale.co.uk/articles/construct-compelling-argument.html.

Rodriguez, Malia. “How Should I Write a Compelling Essay?” https://www.quora.com/How-should-I-write-a-compelling-essay.

You love the environment, and you want your future career to reflect that. If that’s the case and you enjoy all of the technical aspects that come into observing the health of the environment and its many changes, then you should look no further than becoming an environmental engineer. An environmental engineer is an expert in all things related to soil science, engineering, and biology. They also take part in interests of public health such as maintaining safe drinking water, environmental and climate changes and sustainability.

A few of the duties they are responsible for on the job include compiling environmental investigation reports, analyzing scientific data to help inform decisions on local regulations, determine the success of local environmental protection projects, advising proper procedures on securing and cleaning up potential environmental hazards, determining the best course of action to regulate air, water, and land pollution, etc. Essentially, the environmental engineer works closely with corporate and government bodies to promote environmental sustainability.

What are the perks of the job?

The most immediate perk of the job is the decent salary of approximately $62,453 in Canada, according to PayScale. Entry-level positions can earn roughly $45,423 and the highest earners in the profession can earn about $87,780. The job has both indoor and outdoor work, making the working environments varied compared to other jobs. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the growth is about as fast as the average job growth between 2016 and 2026 at an 8% increase.

What are some of the setbacks?

However, there are a few setbacks with this job, including the stressful nature of the work and how deadlines can put the pressure on you, especially when environmental work can be so sensitive and important. The work can also put you in hazardous positions, especially when dealing with hazardous spills or a dangerous environmental situation. There is also a considerable amount of education and training involved to be employed in the field, which requires at least a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Obtaining a license (by passing a professional engineering (PE) exam or a fundamentals of engineering (FE) exam) in the proper province will also greatly increase your chances of gaining employment.

How can I grow with this career?

A bachelor’s degree will prepare you to gain an entry-level position, which would have you dealing with minor local projects. With more experience and rising through the ranks of superior managers, you can begin taking on more difficult projects and earn a higher salary. Before taking on a managerial position of your own, you may need to acquire a Master’s Degree in a relevant environmental engineering field.

That’s all great, but could I be hired for other careers?

There are many careers in the environmental and engineering industries that make a solid salary, such as chemical engineers (design large production processes involving chemicals), civil engineers (design and help construct local city infrastructure), hydrologists (study how water moves underground), natural sciences manager (managers that direct testing, quality control, and examine finished products of different natural science experiments), environmental engineering technicians (technicians that implement the plans created by environmental engineers), etc. These careers tend to have similar analytical skill requirements as well as an understanding of natural sciences and the environment.

Reference:

Truity. “Environmental Engineer”:

https://www.truity.com/career-profile/environmental-engineer

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https://www.payscale.com/research/CA/Job=Environmental_Engineer/Salary

Bureau of Labour Statistics. “Environmental Engineers”:

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/environmental-engineers.htm

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http://learningpath.org/articles/Environmental_Engineer_Career_Info.html

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https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/environmental-engineers.htm#tab-8

We have all been there one time or another. One fine day you are fully aware that you have chores to get on to, assignments to complete, books to read, and activities to do with family and friends, and yet you can’t seem to get out of bed or the living room and your eyes are glued to one thing: your favourite Netflix series. We all have that FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) attitude we can’t shake off when it comes to our fave TV show that we can’t let go of the remote until after the entire season is done. It happens – we are all human after all. After you are done with a season, you can move forward with your life.

However, if it does reach a point when you are settling for whatever you can find in the streaming service’s library and basically watching with no purpose at all – watching something you are vaguely interested in – then it may be time to wane yourself out of your Netflix habit. It’s not going to be easy – that’s for sure, but it can be done. Here are a few tips to help you out:

Set a schedule.

If you’re one who can’t live without Netflix as if it helps you to breathe like air, you may have to take it step by step instead of completely making your Netflix love disappear. What you can do is evaluate your class and work schedule, and set a time when you can give yourself a break. However, be adamant that it should not be more than one hour of viewing time per day so you can focus on your tasks. This way, you enforce on yourself to watch something that you really want to instead of merely watching whatever is there.

Enjoy the outdoors.

You don’t have to go hiking in the mountains to escape from your Netflix urges – but then again, if your resources or schedule allows it, why not? However, since Canada is finally experiencing more sunny days than gloomy days after an extremely long winter, it’s always fun to take advantage of this and head out to a park nearby or a café where you can enjoy your coffee al fresco. At first, you may feel a bit out of place especially if you’ve been used to your couch or bean bag for so long, but eventually you’ll seek out the benefits of being outdoors even more.

Seek out a good time with your friends and family.

While it’s true that real life can’t really be as good as the life you see onscreen – there is unlikely to be a kid who was kidnapped and raised in a laboratory where she was experimented on, eventually developing psychokinetic abilities – your family and friends might share a story or two about themselves that might just be as interesting. You wouldn’t know if you don’t give them a chance, so next time you find yourself tempted to rewatch the first two seasons of “Stranger Things,” pick up your phone instead and invite your loved ones to a lovely, intimate dinner.

If all else fails, rely on technology.

It may be ironic that the only way to conquer a product of technology is by utilizing a product of technology. Well, if you’ve tried the first three steps and you still find yourself seeing the Netflix logo everywhere you look, it might be time to rely on an app to help curtail your addiction. The aptly named “Self Control” app allows you to blacklist websites for a given period of time up to 24 hours. You can set it on a daily basis if you have to, and you’ll completely be rid of your Netflix habit.

When it comes to entertainment, there is an addiction tendency that’s inherent to most, if not all of us. After all, who does not want a distraction from the piles and piles of home work or the loads and loads of chores? Still, there is such a thing as too much of a good thing is bad, and when it comes to Netflix, you really have to draw the line. Just follow the tips above, and soon enough, you’ll find yourself asking, “What’s Netflix?” Or maybe not.

SOURCES:

https://lifehacker.com/how-to-break-your-netflix-binge-watching-habit-1745394858

https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865613275/How-to-break-up-with-your-Netflix-addiction.html

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We all know that at some point in our lives, we will need to close a beloved chapter in our book to begin a new one with the hope of achieving a more enriching, albeit challenging experience. Starting college or university is one of those phases that we anticipate with either absolute excitement or with extreme dread, and yet we all know that ultimately it will be a worthwhile experience.

If you’re about to join the ranks as a freshman next semester, know that you can always turn to your older family and friends for advice if you ever feel overwhelmed. In addition, most – if not all – educational institutions provide online and off-campus admissions team or counsellors who can help as you transition from high school to college or university. In between, you can also turn to these vital reading materials to help you prepare for what lies ahead.

Brave New World by Aldous Huxley

Dystopian novels are a dime a dozen these days, thanks to the success of young adult series like Hunger Games and Divergent. However, in a way, they owe it to this novel published in 1932. “Brave New World” imagines a world where individuals are human embryos are genetically engineered to adhere to the standards of five castes: one destined to grow up to be physically and intellectually outstanding, another are set to grow up as labourers and basically to serve those in the upper castes. Amidst this chaotic world lies a strong-willed main character who strives for his individualism. No one can deny its message that one should always strive to remain true to one’s self despite society’s pressure not to be otherwise.

The Bell Jar by Sylvia Path

This acclaimed novel centres on Esther as she struggles with mental health issues while in college. Sylvia, a stand-in for the main character, doesn’t mince for words and paints a sordid picture of what it was like for people in her situation – certainly a far cry from the Hollywood movies which depict quick fixes for people coping with depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorders, often set to a soundtrack of indie music’s flavor of the month. Mental illness is real, and often the process to cope with these issues is painstaking and overcoming these issues is a long road. Ultimately, however, we all should know we are not alone and that there’s always hope.

The Circle by Dave Eggers

One of the more current novels in the list, the Circle may not be about the college or university experience, but it shows the repercussions of oversharing private information and intimate moments and being excessively dependent on technology. As with any individual in a new environment, it’s always natural to have a desire to fit in and to belong, but in some cases, you would have to learn where to draw the line to maintain your individuality and your privacy.

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Described by book connoisseurs as one of the Great American Novels, the Great Gatsby is an irresistible but ultimately heart-wrenching tale of a young man who struggles to pursue the love of a young woman. While this isn’t set in a college or university, the central theme of seeking love or approval through all the wrong means isn’t lost on students. It’s easy to get caught up in a façade we’ve built for ourselves a a coping mechanism, but eventually, we all have to wake up and smell the coffee.

Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka

You can say that entering college or university is your first step into “adulting,” and for that, you can’t miss out on one of Franz Kafka’s great stories – if not the greatest. Kafka’s remarkable storytelling style takes you inside the head of Gregor Samsa, who is transforming into a human-sized insect in his sleep. As the title suggests, “Metamorphosis” can stand in for that phase in one’s life that is strange and unfamiliar while everyone around you seems to stay the same. Sounds like first day of your college or university class, isn’t it?

SOURCES:

https://www.topuniversities.com/blog/top-10-books-read-starting-university

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/07/01/us/college-summer-reading.html

https://blog.prepscholar.com/books-to-read-in-high-school

School is almost out for the summer, but for students preparing to go off to college or university in the fall, there’s lots to do.  Summer is a popular time for post-secondary institutions to run programs for high school students to tour the campus and facilities before they make their final decision on whether to accept an offer of enrollment.  For those students who have already accepted an offer from a college or university, there are often also pre-orientation activities that will help you get a feel for your future school.

In order to make the most of your visit to a college or university campus, there are a few things to keep in mind.

Plan an Efficient Schedule

If you are still deciding on which school to attend, it’s a good idea to try to schedule multiple school visits within the same time period, such as visiting two or three schools over the course of a week.  This way, you don’t have to take too long of a break from your summer job, and it will also be easier for the parent or guardian who will be making the visits with you.

Plan your schedule and make a list of the things you want to check out at each school, such as classrooms, student community centres, gym and sport facilities, labs, and points of interest around the campus.  Have a general idea of where everything is and how to get from place to place, so you don’t waste time wandering around or getting lost.  Most schools make maps readily available and run guided tours that can be arranged through the Admissions office or visitors centre.

Be Prepared and Dress Appropriately

Chances are you will be doing a lot of walking, much of it outside, so be sure to dress for the weather during your visit–especially comfortable shoes.  While most school campuses will have some sort of convenience store and food services available, you shouldn’t rely on this.  Pack yourself some snacks and a drink to bring along, and make note of any restaurants nearby where you can go for a full meal.

Strike Out On Your Own

Tours are great, and will ensure you see the most important things at your prospective college or university, but there’s something to be said for taking the initiative and exploring on your own.  Some schools will allow you to sit in on classes or attend events on campus, which can help you get a feel for the professors and the student community.  Keep in mind that you do still have to ask for permission for this; arrange it ahead of time with the campus admissions office or visitor’s centre, so that they can find the best things for you to check out.  It’s also worthwhile to simply walk around the campus away from the tour group, as this will give you a better understanding of what attending will be like.  If you can, talk to other students who have been enrolled for a year or two, and ask them about their experiences.

Take Notes to Help Make Your Decision

Lastly, use your phone or a notebook to write down your thoughts about the classes and campus, what you liked or didn’t like, and any interesting locations or activities the school offers.  Especially if you are visiting more than one location close together, it’s useful to have your notes afterwards so you can compare schools and make your final acceptance decision.

Sources:

http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/690569/

https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/slideshows/10-tips-for-an-effective-college-visit

https://totallyuniquelife.com/5-student-tips-to-a-successful-college-tour/

YouTube ads. Billboards. Pop-ups. Every moment of the modern world is a war between companies and people vying for your attention. It takes a strong strategy and know-how in order to stand out. Companies of all sizes rely on marketing managers, analysts, and specialists to make this happen. These people employ a variety of tactics designed to gain an in-depth understanding of potential customers, and to determine how to utilize that in advertising campaigns. This is an exciting career field which requires you to get inside people’s heads, understand what matters most to them, and figure out how to give them exactly that.

Those in marketing work within a company to oversee, help create, and manage the different forms of advertising sent out to potential clients. They may be responsible for advertising one product or service, or an entire brand or company. This is done by working in a team setting with people in different roles. You must be organized, love challenges, and passionate about understanding and speaking to people. The career offers a lot of room for creativity and the potential to impact a vast number of people. It can also mean significant stress and pressure with so much of the organization’s success dependent upon your marketing campaign.

Marketing Managers make an average of around $60,800 per year. You can expect to start out at around $41,200, and that could go up to over $85,500 annually. With the growing importance of effective advertising, there are sufficient opportunities in the industry to meet the demand for jobs. From 2015 to 2024, it is expected that there will be 16,600 job openings in the field, and about 16,000 individuals seeking these positions. The median age of current people in the position is 44, and there are many expected retirements that will account for over three-quarters of the positions that will open up.

The requirements to get yourself hired will vary depending on the organization, the level of seniority, and the demands of the position. An undergraduate degree in market research, communications, or public relations is a common requirement. You will likely be expected to have several years of experience in an entry-level advertising or communications role. It is also useful to have a background in website design and social media usage. As you gain experience, the field offers great room for advancement. You can progress your way to senior level management, and from there become a Marketing Director, Vice-President of Marketing or Communications, and beyond.

Companies large and small need effective communication with their potential customers now more than ever. This opens up massive opportunities in the field of market management and research. The role comes with immense pressure and the need to juggle massive amounts of data, but also lets you flex your creative muscles and impact the lives of countless individuals. If this sounds like the career for you, start with the appropriate undergraduate program. In addition, become as familiar as possible with social media platforms, digital marketing, and the methodology of advertising. You can not only help companies stand out amongst the crowd, but also yourself.

Sources:

Job Bank. “Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations Managers.” https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=9219&lang=eng&noc=0124&action=final&s=1&source=6#report_tabs_container2

PayScale. “Marketing Manager Salary.” https://www.payscale.com/research/CA/Job=Marketing_Manager/Salary

Young people often dream about moving out on their own. You imagine an independent life when you can stay out as long as you want, go out with friends as often as you want, all without having to answer questions from your parents. If you end up out of school, why would you move back to live with your parents? It might seem strange to some, but many young people are now living with their parents, even after they graduate. The reasons for this vary, but mostly it comes down to job opportunity, lack of financial planning, climbing student debt, and the tremendous expense of living on your own today, in general.

According to Canada’s 2016 census, more than a third of young people aged 20 to 34, almost 35 percent, live with their parents. Sometimes, this might be because their parents are ill or elderly and need help. The young people might need to help care for their parents and make sure that they have what they need. Being in the same house makes it easier to give the right kind of help whenever it’s necessary.

Another reason for people to live with their parents is money. When people move out from their parents’ place, they usually have to start paying rent and other bills like electricity and telephone. This can cost a lot of money, sometimes thousands of dollars each month. Even with roommates, people might spend more money than they can afford. If they are also paying off student loans, they might not be able to earn enough to live on and might decide to live with their parents to reduce costs.

In some cities like Toronto or Vancouver, moving out might not be an option unless the young people can find an unusually inexpensive place where they can share with roommates. In other cities or towns, it might be financially possible but very expensive for them to live on their own. Finding a job can be very difficult, and often younger people have low salaries that make it difficult to live on their own.

Graduating from school can mean a huge change in lifestyle. When people leave school, they have to learn many things that they might not have known before, such as how to cook a nutritious meal, how to rent or buy a car, or where to find a permanent job. Often, learning all of these things at once can be too difficult for young people, and they find it less stressful to live with their parents. Even living alone or with roommates can be stressful for people who are not used to it. People in countries like the United States and Australia also experience the same thing.

Young people have many reasons for staying with one or both parents into their twenties or even thirties. Some of them might never have left, but others have returned after some time away, maybe at school in another province or just trying life on their own. In the past, people usually moved out of their parents’ homes when they got married or had children, but fewer young people now have families of their own. Whatever the reason, the structure of the family is changing as more young people live with their parents long after high school.

Bibliography:

DePaolo, Bella. “Why Are So Many Young Adults Living With Their Parents?” https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/living-single/201605/why-are-so-many-young-adults-living-their-parents.

Evans, Pete. “Still Living with Mom and Dad? You Are Not Alone, and the Numbers Prove It.” http://www.cbc.ca/news/business/young-people-living-at-home-1.3599364.

Statistics Canada. “Census in Brief: Young Adults Living with Their Parents in Canada in 2016.” http://www12.statcan.gc.ca/census-recensement/2016/as-sa/98-200-x/2016008/98-200-x2016008-eng.cfm.

Young, Leslie. “More than one-third of young Canadian adults live with their parents: 2016 census.” https://globalnews.ca/news/3641743/more-than-one-third-of-young-canadian-adults-live-with-their-parents-2016-census/

With the real estate boom in Canada, particularly in Toronto and Vancouver, going for a career in interior design is a viable option. This is also a profession to consider if you are a designs and aesthetics buff and take pleasure in watching those home makeover shows, making note of every minute detail from the before and after shots.

Of course, when it comes to transforming a blah home into a wow home, it takes more than merely design and aesthetics know-how. Oftentimes, it takes much work and effort than these reality TV shows would have you believe, so that is something you would have to be prepared for.

Interior Designers – What You Need to Know

The main job of interior designers is to plan and design a space that meets the aesthetic, functional, comfortable, and safety targets of the clients. The space can either be for a living or working environment. To ensure that the clients’ objectives are met, interior designers have to consider each component in a given space, not just furniture, decoration, or accessories, but also lighting, colours, and measurements.

Contrary to popular belief, an effective interior design involves more than figuring out which sofa goes best with throw pillows. They also have to be familiar with building codes and decorating principles. For interior designers to customize the space that is truly according to the clients’ standards and expectations, they should have active listening skills, as well as critical thinking and analytical skills especially when it comes to the timelines and budget involved. Interior designers work with contractors to transform a design on paper onto real-life, and in a way, they act as the manager or leader for these projects. If it is a huge project such as the completion of interior design for a 30-storey building, however, they are likely to hire a project manager to oversee the implementation and construction of the projects. Interior designers can work under a firm or independently on a per-need basis.

Salary

According to PayScale.com, an interior designer can earn an average of $32,294 – $67,646 a year.

Skills

Interior designers should have exceptional knowledge in design function and aesthetics. Since they work with architects or architectural firms most of the time, interior designers should have a good grasp to interpret architectural drawings or blueprints. They should be able to furnish drawings both by hand or by using software such as AutoCAD. They have to be well-aware of current industry standards in relation to materials and other elements.

Most importantly, interior designers should have good interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit as they have to work well with both the clients and third-party vendors or contractors such as electricians, plumbers, etc. to accomplish projects according to given timelines and budget. They should be well-versed of the national standards set by Interior Designers of Canada and its nine provincial regulatory bodies.

A degree in interior design from an accredited educational institution is required. Following completion of their degree, aspiring interior designers should apply for internship with a firm or established interior designer. Afterward, they have to take the National Council for Interior Design Qualification examinations.

Pros and Cons

A career in interior design affords one continuous excitement and freshness as no project is ever the same since clients would always have their own style and taste when it comes to their living or work space.

A disadvantage is working with clients who insist on pushing their own ideas for design when these don’t meet function or safety goals. It is therefore the interior designer’s job to ensure that there is effective communication and negotiation between them and the client, making sure the client understands that a project should not only be attractive but functional as well.

SOURCES:

https://www.payscale.com/research/CA/Job=Interior_Designer/Salary

http://work.chron.com/requirements-interior-designers-canada-20296.html

http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/ypnexthome/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-canadian-real-estate-in-2018_a_23337271/

Do you dream of building rockets and spaceships that will explore outer space? Or are you more interested in things a little closer to Earth, such as airplanes and helicopters?  Canada has a long history of excellence in both aeronautics (air flight) and astronautics (space flight), and working as an aerospace engineer will let you follow these passions, and can provide a strong and exciting career.

Aerospace engineers are responsible for designing and building airplanes, unmanned aerial vehicles and drones, satellites, rocketry, missiles, communication systems, and other machines and equipment intended for aircraft and spacecraft.  They also research and develop the software, hardware and other systems that are used to operate these aerospace vehicles.  Since building physical prototypes is both expensive and time consuming, aerospace engineers are also experts in using computers, software and mathematical modeling to create digital simulations of equipment, vehicles or systems in order to test and perfect their design.

Not all aerospace engineering is building things in a lab, however.  Many jobs in aerospace engineering involve supervising or coordinating the manufacturing, assembly, and repair of aerospace equipment or vehicles, or being in charge of testing equipment and coordinating test flights.  When there are failures, such as a plane crash or failed rocket launch, aerospace engineers are also the ones who will work to determine what went wrong, and how that type of failure can be avoided in the future.

Most Canadian aerospace engineers work inside Canada for the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), the government, or military and defense contractors. Many also work at one of the many Canadian companies that design and manufacture components for the aerospace industry.  Others will pursue research careers at Canadian universities and research laboratories.  There are also many international collaborations and organizations, especially in space exploration, where you would have the opportunity to work in another country with scientists, engineers, and researchers from around the world.

In terms of education, a career as an aerospace engineer needs a minimum of a university bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering or a similar engineering field such as mechanical engineering or engineering physics, as well as some practical experience from internships and other work placements.  Many jobs only require a bachelor’s, though moving into management, research, or consulting-level positions can require a master’s degree or Ph.D.  Engineering in Canada is a licensed profession, which means that after graduating engineers are required to complete supervised work hours and a licensing exam in order to get their Professional Engineer designation, which is required to approve engineering drawings and reports.

Salaries for aerospace engineers in Canada range from around $40,000 at the entry-level, up to $100,000 for experienced positions in high-level companies.  The average salary comes in around $76,000 per year.

Sources:

https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=9219&lang=eng&noc=2146&action=final&ln=n&regionKeyword=Toronto%2COntario&s=3&source=0&titleKeyword=aerospace+engineer#report_tabs_container2

https://www.payscale.com/research/CA/Job=Aeronautical_Engineer/Salary

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