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Janice Richardson is a Career Transition Associate and Career Coach, and is certified through CPC as a Career Strategist, Employment Strategist, and Interview Strategist. She works with AccessHR in Calgary, AB, supporting professionals who have recently been laid off by guiding them with clarity, strategy, and renewed confidence as they pursue their next opportunity. Through her own practice, she also works with individuals at every stage of their job or career search. Janice values the variety her work brings. She helps clients identify their strengths and transferable skills, gain clarity…
I am guilty of poking fun at my fellow career professionals when I hear them say something like “Thank goodness it’s Friday!” My reaction to this comes from a bit of a superior attitude about our field. I, ridiculously, assume that if we are to help others find fulfilling careers we should be enthusiastic about every second of our work and even be disappointed when the weekend comes. Now, as I reflect on that reaction, I wonder why is it that, sometimes, we get weary as we deliver what I…
Jennifer Bouley is a dedicated career coach who works with both individuals and organizations to help people move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose in everything career related. Through one-on-one career coaching, résumé writing, and interactive workshops, she supports clients as they navigate career transitions, refine their professional stories, and align their work with what truly matters to them. Jennifer’s approach is practical, strengths-based, and human-centred. She believes career growth isn’t just about landing the next role—it’s about building sustainable confidence, meaningful direction, and tools that support long-term success. Whether…
Many résumé writers feel unsettled right now. I hear it in private conversations, CPC community discussions, and questions that start with, “Do you think this work is changing too fast?” After 20 years in this industry, and 18 running Career Impressions, I’ve watched our field evolve through economic cycles, the pandemic, hiring debates, and now major discussions about automation and AI. While uncertainty may feel louder today, it is not new to us. Résumé Writing Has Always Been About More Than Documents My business began as a small, local practice.…
Shobana Thangavadivel is a career development and training professional with over 20 years of experience. She supports individuals and organizations by offering employment navigation tools, career transition advice, and skills‑building opportunities. In her current role as an EV Training Success Advisor with the EVolveSkills Program at Achēv, she guides individuals in the automotive sector through professional development pathways and connects them with accessible, no‑cost training programs. Shobana’s career has included roles such as Career and Training Counsellor, Project Manager, Career Specialist, and Employment Specialist in community and employment service organizations.…
Job scams aren’t just increasing, they’re evolving and becoming more sophisticated. In 2024, nearly $50 million was lost to employment fraud in Canada alone. This is exactly why Career Professionals of Canada is bringing this conversation forward now. We’ve secured Julie Matthews for an exclusive LIVE-ONLY webinar designed to help you and your clients stay protected. As fraudulent job postings, fake recruiters, phishing attempts, and AI-generated scams become more sophisticated, job seekers are increasingly vulnerable. Career development practitioners are often the first line of defence. This session will provide practical…