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The following webinars, taking place in September and hosted by various organizations, cover topics such as leveraging AI in career management, fostering sustainable careers, supporting Indigenous inclusion, navigating the evolving workforce landscape – and much more.
Resume Master Class – Tips and Trends for 2024 (CDAA)
Sept. 4
Stay ahead of the curve in resume writing by joining this webinar led by Gillian Kelly, career development coach and Master Executive Resume Writer. This session will cover the latest resume trends and essential writing techniques, perfect for partitioners working with clients of all ages and different backgrounds. Gain insights into career storytelling, marketing in a tech-driven world and 21st-century job search strategies.
AI in Therapy: Navigating the Future of Mental Health (CCPA)
Sept. 6
Explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence in mental health during this one-hour webinar. Delve into how AI is reshaping therapy, from enhancing personalized treatment plans to addressing ethical considerations. This session offers practical strategies for integrating AI tools into mental health practices, ensuring innovative and responsible care.
Winning the ATS Game: Demystifying Application Response Rates in 2024 (NACE)
Sept. 6
Learn how to tailor resumes with strategic keywords to successfully navigate ATS algorithms. This webinar features industry experts who will share proven strategies and provide a hands-on demo of advanced tools to streamline the resume writing process, ensuring your applications meet employer expectations and stand out from the competition.
Disclosure of a Disability: Who Needs to Know? (Neil Squire)
Sept. 10
Designed for jobseekers with disabilities, this webinar addresses the crucial decision of if, when and how to discuss your disability with a potential employer. The session will explore strategies for effectively communicating your challenges and solutions, helping to alleviate employer concerns and support a back-to-work plan.
Can Everyone Craft a Sustainable Career? (CICA)
Sept. 11
As the world of work rapidly evolves, the concept of career sustainability – balancing happiness, health and productivity over time – has gained significant attention. Professor Jos Akkermans will delve into the latest research on sustainable careers, exploring the development of career competencies and the impact of career shocks. This session will discuss the feasibility of creating sustainable careers and provide actionable insights and interventions.
Indigenous Cultural Awareness (BCCDA)
Sept. 11
Gain a direct and honest First Nation perspective on critical issues in Canada’s colonial history, truth and reconciliation and Indigenous engagement. This session aims to clarify misconceptions, offer practical dos and don’ts of engaging with Indigenous communities and differentiate between systemic racism, racism and white privilege, providing attendees essential insights for working with Indigenous communities.
Empowering Canada’s Workforce for a Sustainable Future (Future Skills Centre)
Sept. 12-13
As industries shift toward sustainability, the demand for skilled workers in green sectors is rising. This webinar showcases the latest findings from the Future Skills Centre’s projects, covering diverse areas such as climate monitoring, sustainable fisheries, mass timber production, plant-based protein and zero-emission vehicle manufacturing. Learn strategies for addressing skill gaps, hear from project leaders and engage in a Q&A session.
Introduction to Recruitment and Retention of Women in the Skilled Trades (CAF-FCA)
Sept. 12
Join the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum and tradeswomen from across Canada for an insightful series on improving recruitment and retention practices in the skilled trades. In the first session, explore barriers women and gender-diverse individuals face when entering the trades and discover practical steps to create a more inclusive and supporting workplace. Check out this series’ complete list of upcoming webinars to learn more.
NAWDP Day of Learning (NAWDP)
Sept. 12
Are you new to workforce development or managing a team of newcomers? NAWSP’s “Day of Learning” Bootcamp is designed to quickly get professionals up to speed with a focused, three-hour training event. Led by NAWDP Training Director Kim Meadows, this session offers four concise, 30-minute modules covering essential topics like customer service excellence, career coaching fundamentals, online resources and advocacy strategies.
Unlock the Power of Blended Learning: Unleash Your Team’s Potential (Brandon Hall Group)
Sept. 12
Blended learning, combining online and in-person instruction, is key to meeting the diverse needs of today’s workforce. In this webinar, experts from leading universities and NovoEd will reveal strategies for creating engaging, practical learning experiences that drive employee development and organizational success. Gain valuable insights on maximizing learning impact, boosting engagement and overcoming implementation challenges.
Ageism: Building Age-inclusive Workplaces (CCDI)
Sept. 17
Ageism can affect anyone at any stage of life. This webinar encourages a re-examination of age-related assumptions, introduces an intersectional approach to understanding ageism and explores its impacts in the workplace. Learn strategies to foster inclusion and support individuals of all ages.
Five Ways HR Career Are Changing – And How Can You Manage Yours (CPHR Manitoba)
Sept. 17
Drawing on a global study of HR professionals, this webinar examines the evolving landscape of HR careers. Learn about the motivations behind choosing HR, emerging career patterns and essential skills for future proofing your HR career in the age of GenAI. This session offers practical strategies for managing personal career growth and guidance for HR leaders on building sustainable, skilled teams.
Trust in Career Counselling: Low Socio-economic Male Reflections (CICA)
Sept. 17
This webinar examines the critical role of career counselling in supporting young men from low socio-economic backgrounds as they navigate their educational and career choices. Drawing on research with first-in-family students, the presentation reveals the challenges and shortcomings of counselling practices in Australian secondary schools, emphasizing the importance of trust and relational dynamics in effective guidance.
Cooperative Caregiving for Elders and Children (Canadian CED Network)
Sept. 18
Discover how the co-operative model is used to create fair, dignified jobs in the caregiving industry while meeting the needs of both caregivers and those they serve. This session explores real-world examples of caregiver and family-owned co-ops that are transforming care work. Attendees will learn about different co-op models, hear from current co-op members and access tools and resources to create their own care co-op.
Green Careers – Supporting Sustainable Development (CDAA)
Sept. 18
The transition to a more sustainable world is creating new career opportunities. This expert panel will explore current and future jobs emerging in green industries, discuss the trends and challenges facing these sectors, and provide valuable resources to help clients navigate and pursue careers in sustainability.
Supporting Apprentice Learning: Build Your Skills (CAF-FCA)
Sept. 18
Gain valuable insights from SkillPlan and Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC) on the effectiveness of online resources designed to support apprentice learning. Learn what apprentices think about these tools and contribute by sharing your own experiences in guiding apprentice learners.
Unlock Talent Intelligence with AI (CPHR Manitoba)
Sept. 18
Unlock the power of AI in talent management by learning how to transition from subjective to data-driven approaches. In this webinar, attendees will explore strategies for identifying and developing top talent, modernizing skills and mapping and refining talent processes.
Urgent: Close Your GenAI Knowledge Gap Before It’s Too Late (Brandon Hall Group)
Sept. 18
As generative AI rapidly transforms corporate learning, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. Join an expert panel featuring leaders from Litmos and Brandon Hall Group as they explore the transformative power of Generative AI in corporate learning. Discover actionable strategies for integrating GenAI, real-world success stories and key techniques for risk management.
Compensation in the Nonprofit Sector: Highlights from the 2024 Canadian Nonprofit Sector Salary & Benefits Report (Charity Village)
Sept. 19
Explore the latest CharityVillage Canadian Nonprofit Sector Salary & Benefits Report. Get an overview of key findings, tips on interpreting the data and valuable insights to help non-profit professionals and leaders enhance salary negotiations and compensation practices.
GIDA – Allyship, an International Perspective (CCDI)
Sept. 19
Presented by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and its Global Inclusion and Diversity Alliance (GIDA) partners, this webinar explores how allyship is expressed across different global jurisdictions. Following the presentation, join a live Q&A session.
The Power of Mentoring in Community: Sustaining Grassroots Mentoring Programs (Mentor)
Sept. 19
Building mentoring programs from the ground up can create deep, meaningful impacts within local communities, but sustainability is often a challenge. In this session, experienced grassroots non-profit leaders will share their insights on overcoming common pitfalls and sustaining successful mentoring programs for youth.
RBC Future Launch Webinar Series: Empowering Youth for the Jobs of Today and Tomorrow (CERIC & RBC)
Sept. 23, Oct. 28 & Nov. 25
This webinar series explores essential strategies and resources to support Canadian youth in the evolving workforce. Topics include insights from recent employment research, accessing scholarships for post-secondary education, and practical tools for skill development and job readiness.
Understand the Demand for Apprentices in Red Seal and Non-Red Seal Trades in Canada (CAF-FCA)
Sept. 24
Delve into the latest Statistics Canada data on apprenticeship needs across Red Seal and non-Red Seal trades. This webinar highlights critical trends in the labour market, focusing on trades where current apprenticeship training falls short of meeting demand.
Culturally Integrated Storytelling: Empowering Diverse Clients for Life Transitions (CERIC & ASPECT BC)
Sept. 25, Oct. 2 & 9
Explore the vital role of storytelling in career transitions, especially for clients from diverse backgrounds. The series aims to equip career practitioners with the skills to guide clients in confidently sharing their stories while preserving cultural distinctiveness. Learn to foster cultural competency, navigate cultural misunderstandings and support smooth transitions through authentic storytelling.
Pathways Towards Truth and Reconciliation – Panel Conversation (CCDI)
Sept. 26
On Sept. 30, we wear orange to honour Indigenous residential school survivors and remember those who never returned home. This webinar brings together diverse Indigenous professionals and panellists to discuss how Canadian workplaces can implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s calls to action. Learn how to create pathways toward truth, repair respect and Indigenous inclusion in your organization.
