Plugged in, powered up: Youth skills for the AI era
Adewunmi Ajike Adewunmi Ajike never thought she would be working in the AI field when she was in school. Mentors encouraged her to apply for roles outside her comfort zone,...
9 podcasts to help kids start learning about careers
It can be tough to know how to broach the big, wide world of careers with young children. It may not even seem necessary; certainly, we’re not expecting kids to...
Match game: How to help high school students land their first job
The greatest joy in my career is gained from matching high school students with just the “right” opportunities. It’s similar to the feeling I had when playing memory “matching” card...
Meeting youth where they are: Redefining readiness through connection and community
When Eric* joined the YESS program through the YMCA of Cape Breton, he didn’t have a resume, a driver’s licence or reliable transportation. What he did have was determination –...
Youth careers in Canada’s North: The view from Pond Inlet, NU
Michael Milton speaks to CareerWise Editor Lindsay Purchase. Michael Milton, Community Coordinator for Ikaarvik, grew up and lives in Pond Inlet, Nunavut – a community of about 1,500 people accessible...
Resources to support youth career readiness in a changing world
In the context of this article, career readiness refers to the process of preparing students to transition from student to worker by equipping them with the skills and competencies they...
5 AI tools for student career exploration
Students who are in the process of exploring career pathways prior to or during post-secondary may benefit greatly from using AI tools, alongside speaking to career professionals. Specifically, they may...
Youth career barriers post-pandemic – and where to go from here
The pandemic impacted every part of our lives, and the ripple effects are still being felt today, especially by young people living in low-income communities. For many of the...
Where to find scholarships in Canada: Helpful sites for students
Post-secondary education is widely recognized as being both a valuable and costly investment. From tuition and textbooks to transportation and on-campus living, the expenses can quickly add up. Yet, for...
Exploring work with impact:
Using the UN SDGs with students
At a time when today’s youth are facing an uncertain economic landscape, climate anxiety and a growing mental health crisis, it is more important than ever to work to instill a sense of hope...