Career Professionals of Canada News Feed
– By Donna Price – At the beginning of my career, over 40 years ago, the board of directors was an enigma. I understood that the board held significant decision rights over fundamental change transactions such as mergers or acquisitions. I understood where the board sat within a decision matrix alongside other key stakeholders. I was familiar with the board’s statutory duties and performance standards offered in various federal and provincial corporate statutes and common law. That knowledge gave me a sterile, functional understanding of the board role! I became…
Quebec’s enactment of Bill 68, which limits employers from requesting medical notes for short-term absences, marks a significant shift in workplace policy. By reducing administrative demands on physicians, the legislation aims to free up approximately 600,000 appointment slots annually, enhancing healthcare efficiency. This change not only alleviates the burden on healthcare professionals but also fosters a more trusting and flexible environment for employees, potentially leading to improved well-being and productivity. Read the HR Reporter article here.
A substantial number of Canadian professionals are contemplating job changes in the upcoming year. This inclination underscores the importance of proactive career management. Professionals should engage in continuous skills development and networking to remain competitive. Employers, in turn, must focus on employee retention strategies, such as offering clear career progression paths and fostering a positive work environment, to maintain a committed workforce. Read the article in the Financial Post.
The recent RBC report highlights a concerning trend in Canada’s labour market: job creation is lagging behind the rapid growth of the labour force, leading to a projected unemployment rate increase to 6.7% in November from 6.5% in October. This disparity underscores the challenges of sustaining employment levels amid swift population growth. Notably, job vacancies have decreased by 18% year-over-year as of September, indicating a cooling hiring environment. In contrast, the U.S. labour market appears more robust, with anticipated payroll employment growth of 157,000 jobs in November and a steady…
The article from HRD Canada highlights a concerning trend identified by Glassdoor’s lead economist, Daniel Zhao: a potential surge in “revenge quitting” as employees’ frustration over stalled careers reaches a tipping point. With 65% of surveyed employees feeling stuck, particularly in the tech and advertising sectors, and U.S. quit rates dropping to 1.9%—the lowest since June 2020—employers might enjoy low turnover now, but this could be the calm before the storm. As the job market rebounds, the dissatisfaction may lead to a significant exodus of talent. Organizations should proactively address…
PowerPoint for Career Development Professionals: Engaging Clients with Effective Visual Storytelling
– By Ksenia Lazoukova and Lori A. Jazvac – In today’s fast-paced world, presentations have become an essential communication tool for career development professionals, whether you are pitching an idea to investors, training clients, or sharing insights with stakeholders. PowerPoint, often used as a go-to software for presentations, portfolios, and tutorials, offers a flexible platform for engaging storytelling—yet many users only scratch the surface of its potential. Creating an impactful presentation requires more than slides filled with text and statistics. It is about captivating your audience, conveying a thoughtful story…