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Whether you’re working with a high school student considering a hands-on career, or a mature client exploring a shift into the trades, providing clear information can support better decision-making on...

The greatest joy in my career is gained from matching high school students with just the “right” opportunities. It’s similar to the feeling I had when playing memory “matching” card...

When Eric* joined the YESS program through the YMCA of Cape Breton, he didn’t have a resume, a driver’s licence or reliable transportation. What he did have was determination –...

Michael Milton speaks to CareerWise Editor Lindsay Purchase. Michael Milton, Community Coordinator for Ikaarvik, grew up and lives in Pond Inlet, Nunavut – a community of about 1,500 people accessible...

Students who are in the process of exploring career pathways prior to or during post-secondary may benefit greatly from using AI tools, alongside speaking to career professionals. Specifically, they may...

  The pandemic impacted every part of our lives, and the ripple effects are still being felt today, especially by young people living in low-income communities. For many of the...