Why we need to share our ideas about connecting career development to social justice
Career professionals must come together to challenge systems that limit clients’ ability to reach their potential....
Virtual events for career professionals in March 2021
Spring professional development is kicking into high gear, with numerous webinars, conferences and job fairs taking place in March. The webinars cover a range of topics including career theories, social...
There are two elephants in this room: Career helpers have emotions too
As I was listening to Perdita Felicien’s inspiring keynote address during Week 2 of CERIC’s recent Cannexus conference, I was intrigued by her comment that world champions are fearless, dogged...
CareerWise Weekly: New future of work | Pandemic benefits | Trans student resources – Feb. 23, 2021
The future of work after COVID-19, Federal government extending Canadians' access to pandemic benefits, Lesser-known career documents you need for successful job search, Developing trans-inclusive career resources for students, Burnout...
3 reports that caught our eye the week of Feb. 21, 2021
CareerWise is always on the lookout for the latest reports related to career development. Here are three reports that we found interesting this week: Ongoing Impacts of the COVID-19 Crisis...
An incredible journey: My ‘aha’ moments from Cannexus21
Because there are already several wonderful blogs capturing the aha moments at Cannexus, I thought I would highlight three observations within our two-week learning experience that made me incredibly proud...
Business accelerator and incubator programs to support Canadian entrepreneurs
According to pre-COVID data collected by Startup Canada, there are 3.5 million entrepreneurs in Canada. While this may not be an easy time to launch or run a business, entrepreneurs...
Developing trans-inclusive career resources for students
Recognizing the systemic barriers faced by transgender and nonbinary students, University of Toronto creates career guide in consultation with community....
Tools for a career development upturn in an economic downturn
“A bend in the road is not the end of the road … Unless you fail to make the turn.” – Helen Keller Your clients don’t have to go down...
Canadian youth: Working abroad in a post-pandemic reality
Have you dreamed about how great it would be to work and travel in a different country but fear it won’t be possible given the current global health crisis? Or...