Canada’s misleading unemployment statistics
Statistics Canada tells us that our rate of unemployment is about 5%. And that’s the number that sticks in most peoples’ minds. That’s a problem because it doesn’t come close...
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Growth and the talent crunch: How SMEs can find – and keep – great workers
At first glance, you might think that being a Canadian small- or medium-sized enterprise (SME) on a growth track would mean that attracting and retaining talent wouldn’t be an issue....
I’m a Career Peer Educator. Here’s what I learned using ChatGPT to write a resume
The swift advances in artificial intelligence (AI) have caught the world’s attention for their potential to enable more efficient task completion. This was certainly the case when tech startup OpenAI released their...
Parent career gaps: What to do – and ditch – on resumes and LinkedIn
In the face of caregiver bias and unemployment bias, it’s important to help parents returning to work navigate the gap strategically. This includes helping clients tailor the approach to their...
Global Career Services Summit: Creating career development that clicks with students
The Global Career Services Summit (GCSS), held in March, brought together career thought leaders and employers from 18 countries to discuss critical issues affecting career centres and graduate recruitment. This...
Empowering students to bridge the digital skills gap
Lisa* is a first-generation Canadian and the first in her family to attend school in Canada. She recently graduated but is struggling to break into the workforce to support her...
What it’s like to live with anxiety and depression as a small-business owner
People are often surprised to learn that the owner of Powerful Play Experiences, the facilitator who brought infectious energy and enthusiasm to their workshop, is also a person living with...
Key takeaways from the Global Career Services Summit
The Global Career Services Summit (GCSS), held in March, brought together career thought leaders and employers from 18 countries to discuss critical issues affecting career centres and graduate recruitment. The...
The need for specialized employment services for persons with disabilities in Canada
Hiring a new employee is an exciting time for any business owner. In most cases, a new employee brings fresh perspectives, strengthens teams and enhances the capabilities of the business....
The future of career development for career pros and their clients
In May 2023, the World Health Organization officially declared an end to the COVID-19 global health emergency. Many of us find ourselves living in a new normal redefined by the...