Helping clients overcome the fear of facing unconscious bias
Fear of speaking in public. Fear of being rejected. Fear of being late. Fear! If there is one common denominator that most clients feel when launching a job search or...
Career development resources to support Inuit jobseekers
Inuit individuals live in diverse communities across Canada and may face social and economic challenges – including securing appropriate work in rural or remote communities. Tailoring career strategies to local...
When Indigenous youth succeed, whole communities benefit
Indigenous youth across Canada face serious challenges when it comes to employment. It’s a complex problem, and will require integrated, collaborative solutions. At a time when unprecedented numbers of Indigenous...
5 key ways to enhance Indigenous student career supports in post-secondary
Integrating Indigenous worldviews, values and cultural perspectives into career counselling can yield profound benefits for students. It has the potential to significantly enhance the student experience (Archibald, et al., 1995;...
7 resources exploring Indigenous worldviews and career development
To support Indigenous clients in their career path, career practitioners must take a holistic approach that considers the individual’s lived experiences as well as historical factors that shaped their education...
A perspective on using the term ‘Indigenization’ in career development
Language and words matter. Here are some words and their definitions: Indigenous (an adjective): The Oxford English dictionary has two meanings: originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; (of people)...
Empowering refugee families to thrive in Canada
The story of my friend, who arrived in Canada as a refugee, is not unique. Like any refugee family, their journey has been marked by challenges, resilience and emotional turmoil....
Navigating transition: Supporting transgender career development
There has been a growing body of academic literature that highlights increased awareness and acceptance of gender identity and inclusivity, resulting in mass conversations about its relevance in the workplace....
12 resources for supporting 2SLGBTQI+ clients’ career development
For career professionals to adequately support 2SLGBTQI+ jobseekers, they must understand the challenges and barriers this client group can face, as well the immense diversity that exists within it. It...
The need for specialized employment services for persons with disabilities in Canada
Hiring a new employee is an exciting time for any business owner. In most cases, a new employee brings fresh perspectives, strengthens teams and enhances the capabilities of the business....