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Spoiler alert—this Happy New Year image was created with help from ChatGPT. Now, that is a sentence I never thought I would write after once being very sure this technology was going to destroy my career.* Instead, it made my work stronger, stretched my thinking, and reminded me that resisting change is far more exhausting than learning how to use it.Looking back, the last several years have been full of challenge, growth, and the occasional “well, that escalated quickly” moment. Somehow, each year still gets better. Not easier. Just better.…
Happy new year, dear colleagues! The simple transition from one day to the next never has such significance as it does from December 31 to January 1. This single night inspires us to make changes, to do better, to find new paths. In 2026, we would very much like to help you achieve your professional objectives. CPC is looking forward to an exciting year with great new events and benefits for professional members. In the meantime, your 2026 Membership Certificate is ready for you to download. You’ll need to log…
Mahi Mohammadi is a Certified Work-Life Strategist and career development professional with more than 12 years of international experience in education, mentoring, and coaching. As an immigrant to Canada, she is passionate about supporting others—especially newcomers and students—to achieve their goals with confidence, discipline, and a clear plan. As founder of Bright Path, her work focuses on helping individuals build strong professional identities, improve their skills, and create a balanced life that supports both personal and career growth. Mahi believes that with guidance, consistency, and the right tools, anyone can…
Every December, I take time for one of my favourite personal activities – choosing my word of the year. I like selecting a word or phrase that sets my intention for the year ahead. It gives me a chance to reflect on what I have learned, recognize the progress I’ve made, and look toward the possibilities that lie ahead. This simple exercise helps me stay grounded and focused in both my life and work. My Word of the Year I’ve always found it easier to centre myself around one meaningful…
There is an emotional reality to job searching during the holidays; the season can amplify uncertainty and anxiety for job seekers—especially those navigating job loss, financial strain, or disruptions to professional identity. For many clients, this time of year brings heightened emotions such as grief, social comparison worry, guilt, or pressure to appear “okay.” For career development professionals (CDPs), this is our opportunity to empower our clients’ holiday job search. Along with acknowledging and allowing space for our clients’ emotions, empowering our clients during the holidays involves: Normalizing slower energy…
Career Professionals of Canada is closed from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026. We wish you the very best this holiday season and a truly happy and prosperous new year.