Career Professionals of Canada News Feed
-By Maggie Jiang, Founder & Neurodiversity Consultant, Cogent Inclusive – One in Five Canadians Thinks Differently. That’s a Strength Did you know that 1 in 5 Canadians is neurodivergent? This includes individuals with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences. These are not outliers; they’re your clients, your colleagues, and your next top performers. Neurodivergence can be an untapped competitive advantage. Neurodivergent individuals often possess exceptional capabilities, including pattern recognition, creativity, attention to detail, and deep problem-solving skills. However, despite these strengths, many individuals face barriers that traditional coaching practices…
-By Sharon Graham, Founder and Chair of Career Professionals of Canada.- As a career professional, you play a pivotal role in supporting individuals who have experienced trauma. Trauma can stem from various life events—such as job loss, workplace harassment, educational challenges, abuse, or personal setbacks—and has a profound impact on living, learning, and working. Integrating Trauma-Informed Care into your practice enables you to provide a safe, validating environment for clients as they navigate their career and life journeys. Many of the principles of Trauma-Informed Care may already be reflected in…
June’s job gains are a welcome shift after months of weak data, with +83,000 positions added and unemployment dipping to 6.9%. However, much of the growth stemmed from part-time roles, and long‑term unemployment remains elevated. While this offers short-term relief, the recovery is still fragile and uneven across sectors. Read full article: Conference Board of Canada — “June Job Gains Offer Relief … For Now”
This is a timely and critical piece. Sweta Regmi highlights a foundational challenge: AI hiring systems, especially those evaluating verbal communication and soft skills, risk mirroring, amplifying, or even embedding bias against newcomers, accent speakers, and culturally diverse candidates. Her point is well backed by real-world instances. Read the full article here.
-Guest post from Mark Fitzsimmons, President of Psychometrics Canada and CPC Affiliate – Adding assessments to your practice will help you to assist clients to make the most informed and strategic decisions about their education and work journey. Professional grade tools that measure personality, interests and values will enhance your service offering and lead to better client outcomes. What are some of the advantages of using assessments with your clients? Efficient Career Planning Assessment results make it easier to create actionable career goals that align with personal strengths, interests and market…
New graduates in Canada are entering a job market that is more demanding and unpredictable than ever. Despite holding degrees and credentials, many face intense competition, short-term contracts with limited security, and employers who expect substantial experience even for entry-level roles. Economic pressures and rising living costs only add to the strain of launching a meaningful career. Partnering with a career development practitioner can make a measurable difference. These professionals help graduates clarify their goals, craft compelling résumés and online profiles, prepare thoroughly for interviews, and develop strategies to access…