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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,...

The job search landscape in Canada has undergone a dramatic transformation with the rise of artificial intelligence. From resume screening and interview preparation to personalized job recommendations, AI has revolutionized...

In a world shaped by rapid technological change, education must be more than the transmission of knowledge – it should equip learners for real-world challenges. While today’s educational system lays...

Jobseekers go into interviews hoping to be memorable, to stand out and land that offer. On the other side, HR/hiring managers are often eager, too – to spot an exceptional...

Each year, many skilled newcomers arrive in Canada, eager to contribute to the workforce. Yet many face unexpected roadblocks when trying to integrate into the labour market – despite years...

When I asked my client this question, the trajectory of the conversation shifted dramatically.  She initially reached out to me because she was feeling dissatisfied in her job. She used...

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...

When it comes to sparking curiosity about careers, what better way to engage young people than through a platform they already love? At Careers Wales, an organization that provides free...

With the whirlwind pace of the evolving labour market, the rollout of Canada’s Skills for Success framework was both timely and necessary. Building on and modernizing the former Essential Skills...

  ⚠️ 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...