Workplace

In the midst of crises and rapid pivots, do we really need to invest in professional development? As overwhelmed business and employees try to put one foot in front of...

If the term community of practice is relatively recent and relatively academic, the basic idea behind it – people working together toward a common goal – certainly is not. At...

A new benchmarking tool aims to explore what makes a strong career development sector....

Career development and university continuing education have changed over the decades. The days of completing a certificate or diploma, getting a job, working for 30 years and retiring is no...

Inclusive economic growth is the principle that growth can benefit jobseekers, businesses and communities. Achieving this ideal means: Connecting diverse jobseekers to career opportunities that match their skills, experience and...

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has called for a tremendous amount of innovation and a need to adapt to new ways of living and working. Workforce development agencies now...

Good people are attracted to a great company culture, and top talent stays because of it. While company culture can be purposefully and strategically designed by senior leaders, it is...

Nurturing team relationships remained a top priority as the University of Alberta Career Centre navigated a rapidly changing work context during lockdown...

We cannot solely rely on resumes to qualify potential employees. I would argue that even if a candidate's past experience or education does not align with the position, you may...

Mental health and access to meaningful employment are inextricably linked. In fact, career counselling and development are mental health interventions. Our sense of identity, meaning, purpose, and livelihood, are directly...