Case study: Bridging the gap through profession-specific mentor matches
During my first year of making mentor matches, I met Pat, who arrived in Halifax as a government-assisted refugee. He dreamed of becoming a pilot. It would have been quite...
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Got med school hopefuls? Special categories can help
From Indigenous students to military applicants, there are several special application categories related to identity, descent and status....
Women and girls weigh in on gender diversity in STEM careers
Policy makers, educators and career advisers have worked to remove barriers, but stereotypes still contribute to low numbers of women in the field....
Is a science degree a guarantee of employment?
It is widely assumed that sciences offer students a ‘safe’ future. While there are many opportunities available, expectations do not always align with reality....
Client Side: How I found my career fit in science
Scientist Leola Chow takes us on a journey through her career, from showcasing her work at elementary school science fairs to a career pivot into industrial research....
Fostering career agility in STEM
The number of disciplines and sub-disciplines in STEM already seems overwhelming and new fields continue to emerge. How can career development practitioners help their STEM clients navigate a diverse and...
How Mental Health First Aid works and why it’s needed
One in five Canadians will experience a mental-health problem this year with a cost to the economy in excess of $50 billion, according to the Mental Health Commission of Canada. Given...