From surviving to thriving: Building trans-inclusive workplaces
Being a trans person in the job market is a hard sell. We’re too often told that “you’re not the right fit,” or “you’re an unconventional hire” – coded language...
Intersectional accessibility: Tips from a neurodivergent person of colour
As a neurodivergent, racialized first-generation student and immigrant, I had to overcome many intersecting barriers to education and career. Due to these experiences, I have an intersectional perspective on workplace...
Resources to support women’s leadership and careers
According to a 2024 Statistics Canada report, as of 2021, women held 30.8% of senior management positions and 42.7% of middle management roles. In honour of International Women’s Day, here...
Partnering with caregiving teams for return-to-work success
Returning to work after an injury or illness often comes with many challenges. Research shows that social support plays a crucial role in making this transition successful and sustainable. For...
Breaking down the ‘Canadian experience’ barrier for newcomers
Before moving to Canada six months ago, Karim was a pharmacist in his home country of Syria. He used to have his own pharmacy and had good relations with suppliers...
Empowering Non-Status Indigenous Peoples: Career practitioners as allies
Non-Status Indigenous Peoples face unique challenges when it comes to employment. Unlike Status Indians, they don’t have access to the same government programs and services, which can make it harder...
Grace and grit: Living and working while bipolar
“Mummy, where are my silky socks and my oversized Roots sweater?” I stir awake to this softly spoken inquiry by my daughter. It’s 7:30 a.m. on a Tuesday, and in...
Resources to navigate Canada’s new international student policies
The Government of Canada recently introduced changes to international student permit applications, study permits and pathways to permanent residency after graduation. For 2024, the intake cap on international student applications...
Diversity disconnect: Employment realities in rural and remote areas
Looking around your community, what do you notice about who’s working and who isn’t? Are some groups of people systemically excluded from the local workforce? You’ve likely heard employers lament...
Career professionals are advocates. To advance equity, we must embrace this essential role
In an article I co-wrote for CareerWise with my colleague Sonam Wangmo, titled “Capitalist language in career services harms practitioners and participants,” we critiqued the increasing tendency in career development...