I applied online. The process took 12 months. I interviewed at Consulate General of Canada (Dubai) in Jul 2024
Interview
First round was an aptitude test focused on Office 365.
Second round was an essay-style test with about 7 questions to complete in 2 hours, focused on various tasks and interpersonal skills.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would I handle a situation in which I was staffed, had a deadline, my colleague was suddenly absent and my boss needed me urgently?