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When I arrived at Cannexus26 in Ottawa, I’ll admit I felt a mix of excitement and nerves. This was not just because it was my first time attending Canada’s largest career development conference, but it was my first time as Executive Director of Career Professionals of Canada. Add to this, winter decided to make a bold statement with frigid temperatures and record-breaking snow. Living in Northern Ontario teaches you to respect the weather, and as snow followed me from Sault Ste. Marie to Toronto and then on to Ottawa, I…
If you have been in the résumé writing business for any length of time, you already know that change is part of the work. Trends come and go, hiring cycles rise and fall, and technology continues to reshape how people look for work. But something about 2026 feels different. Artificial intelligence (AI) is now part of everyday practise. Hiring markets remain uneven and unpredictable. Long-standing business models are not delivering the same results they once did. Many experienced résumé writers are quietly asking themselves hard questions about sustainability, value, and…
A while ago, a careerpro said something that stayed with me: “I feel like everyone got a secret manual for modern job searching, and I missed the day they handed it out.” That is what AI is doing for many Canadians. It is changing how work gets done, how hiring happens, how people learn, and how they communicate. Some individuals are adapting quickly. Others feel like the ground is moving under their feet. They are not resisting change; they are overwhelmed. A recent CERIC survey highlights how career professionals in…
This is a reflective look at the pressures that have shaped our profession, the resilience that carried it forward, and the shared responsibility of building what comes next. The beginning of a new year often arrives quietly. There is space to pause, to look ahead, and to ask not just what happened, but what did we learn. For career development professionals (CDPs) across Canada, that pause feels especially meaningful as 2026 begins. At Career Professionals of Canada (CPC), we believe we are at a turning point. Not because disruption has…
In today’s fast-changing world of career development, many practitioners are seeking more than just credentials—they’re seeking community, purpose, and opportunities to grow, connect, and lead. Career Professionals of Canada (CPC) offers abundant opportunities for community and connection. Whether you’re a career coach, résumé writer, HR specialist, employment counsellor, or a career development practitioner at any stage of your journey, now is the time to join CPC. Why? After two decades of groundbreaking milestones, CPC is undergoing another vibrant transformation. The organization is entering a bold new phase grounded in renewal,…
Canada’s Budget 2025 sends a clear signal; the federal government wants to strengthen skills, support transitions, and increase access to good work. For not-for-profit (NFP) career services, the budget offers meaningful opportunities, but it comes with practical caveats. The programs announced can help your clients, grow your service offerings, and build partnerships. Details are still being finalized, of course, and many programs will not launch until 2026 or beyond—and competition will be strong. Below is a practical, action-oriented guide that explains the major measures and why they matter for your…