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Deborah Gillam is a career and employment coach and a Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) with more than 20 years of experience empowering diverse learners and job seekers to build confidence, clarify their direction, and secure meaningful employment. Known for her warm, organized, and student-centred approach, she has supported thousands of individuals through career transitions—from emerging professionals to mid-career changers stepping into the tech sector. Deborah specializes in job search strategy, labour market navigation, and employer engagement, drawing on her strong background in mock interviewing, pre-screening, and developing industry-aligned career…
Career Professionals of Canada Is Growing – Join Our Team! Career Professionals of Canada is excited to announce that we are expanding our team! As our membership and national presence continue to grow, we are recruiting an Outreach Coordinator to help us connect with more career professionals, strengthen engagement, and support the delivery of our programs, courses, and certifications. This role will focus on lead generation, membership growth, and relationship-building, helping new and existing members feel supported and valued while contributing to the continued development of our national association. The…
Dear friends, It is with immense joy and genuine excitement that I share some wonderful news with you. Skye Berry has officially stepped into the role of Executive Director of Career Professionals of Canada. As our association continues to grow, evolve, and serve our sector, having an experienced career professional like Skye at the helm is both inspiring and reassuring. I have had the privilege of knowing Skye for many years, watching her journey, her commitment, and her unwavering dedication to CPC and the career development profession. Now, seeing her…
In 2025, Canada’s career landscape is a puzzle of contradictions. These contradictions are likely to continue into 2026 and beyond. Labour shortages and high unemployment exist side by side. People are told the future is full of opportunity, yet many are struggling to afford rent. We’re encouraged to embrace innovation, but millions feel left behind by technology they don’t understand or trust. As career professionals, we are walking into this reality every day. Whether we identify more as coaches, counsellors, educators, or advocates, we are here to help people make…
Kathleen Weston’s journey as a Certified Résumé Strategist (CRS) began in 1998, when a job loss sparked a new chapter of reinvention. While returning to school to explore the emerging world of computer technology, she discovered a passion for helping others tell their career stories. That passion led to freelance résumé writing, which quickly evolved into a lifelong vocation. Her enthusiasm for technology earned her a role as a Word Processing Operator at Seneca College. Within two years, she was teaching continuing education courses, an endeavour she continued until 2014.…
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…