The vital role of peer support in advancing the careers of homeless youth
Staying in a homeless shelter was challenging for many reasons. But the main problem that Alicia had to contend with was lack of money. Without an income, and dependent...
Doubly invisible: Neurodivergent professionals working with the neurodivergent community
Every career and employment professional has met them – the jobseeker dismissed as “unplaceable.” Someone with the ability to participate in the workforce but missing a credential or relevant work experience, has the right skills but can’t explain them, was refused a...
Soft landings, strong foundations: Evolving supports for newcomers at North Island Employment
At NIEFS, our journey in supporting newcomers to Canada has always been about more than employment; it's about connection, community and collaboration. Over the past two years, as we...
Resources to support newcomer credential recognition
For many internationally educated professionals, arriving in Canada brings hope for new opportunities but also a frustrating reality: the skills, experiences and qualifications they’ve worked years to earn abroad are...
How employers can attract, hire and retain internationally trained talent
Across Canada, employers are balancing persistent labour shortages with fast-changing skill demands. Through the Strengthening Employer Feedback Channels (SEFC) initiative, the Immigrant Employment Council of BC (IEC-BC) and partners...
How career services can support international students amid a shifting immigration landscape
In 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) began to introduce a series of changes to Canada’s International Student Program. First, the government implemented a cap on international student...
Canada needs a bridging culture to support newcomer success
In my last article, “From warm welcome to harsh reality: ‘False hope’ and the newcomer experience,” I explored the challenges newcomers face due to systemic barriers, policies and procedures,...
11 resources exploring Indigenous worldviews and career development
Supporting Indigenous clients on their career journeys requires a holistic lens – one that honours lived experience and diverse ways of knowing while also recognizing the historical and systemic factors...
16+ resources to help settlers understand and advance Indigenous reconciliation
It is the responsibility of every Canadian and every organization to work toward reconciliation. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report, a reminder...
Essential resources to support Indigenous youth career development
Indigenous populations are the fastest growing in Canada, and First Nations, Métis and Inuit youth contribute significantly to the labour market. However, gaps in labour market outcomes with non-Indigenous youth...