Recently, a group of my students reached out with a surprising concern. They had heard that my institution had issued layoff notices to faculty members and wanted to ensure I...
Career development professionals (CDPs) in Canada work tirelessly to help people to craft fulfilling careers but, until recently, no national credential recognized their expertise. That changed on December 10, 2024,...
Industry sector councils are organizations that collaborate with employers, labour groups, educational institutions and other interested parties to create initiatives that enhance skill development and prepare industries for evolving workforce...
Immigrants bring valuable skills, education and experience to Canada, yet many find themselves underemployed, working in positions far below their qualifications. Even highly skilled economic immigrants face common challenges to...
The impacts of climate change are shaping complex perspectives on employment outlooks. A 2024 ECO Canada report projects a 6% increase in new environmental jobs by 2033, while a PWC...
⚠️ CAREER DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONERS: PROCEED WITH CURIOSITY. This content may cause discomfort, spark professional growth and cause sudden urges to Google “How to use ChatGPT.” Let’s be blunt. If...
This time last year, we were having discussions about how much AI – and, specifically, generative AI (GenAI) – would be used in the workplace, whether it would replace humans...
Life as a career development professional (CDP) is busy. We juggle multiple responsibilities – supporting clients, collaborating with employers, meeting managerial expectations and adhering to funder requirements. Through this,...
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...
Flat organizational structures are often praised for fostering agility, collaboration and a departure from the rigid hierarchies of the past. They promise autonomy, streamlined decision-making and a space where innovation...