Career Professionals of Canada News Feed
– By Sharon Graham, Founder and Chair of Career Professionals of Canada – In an age of rapid technological disruption, rising inequality, and growing calls for justice in the workplace, members of Career Professionals of Canada are more essential than ever. Our services can either reinforce outdated practices or help build a future where everyone can thrive. This isn’t just about being optimistic. It’s about being strategic, intentional, and values-driven. Through advocacy and tools, we can support both people and progress. We can integrate four guiding tenets into our everyday…
As we head into the long weekend, I would like to take a moment to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving! I also want to express my deep gratitude to our CPC members and volunteers across Canada. This community continues to inspire, uplift, and strengthen one another in so many meaningful ways. That’s something truly worth celebrating. Our members are the heart of CPC. Your energy, ideas, and generosity fuel everything we do, from events and programs to the everyday moments of connection that remind us why this work matters.…
Lori Jazvac has been an invaluable member of CPC since 2013, earning multiple Awards of Excellence and consistently giving back through her volunteer work. As a Master Certified Résumé Strategist, Career Transition Coach, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Practitioner, Lori has shared her expertise through numerous feature articles. Over the years, she has led and facilitated many of CPC’s networking discussions and webinars, becoming a trusted contributor and mentor within the community. Recently, she accepted the Team Lead role for CPC’s new Events Team, further demonstrating her commitment to supporting fellow…
– By Sharon Graham, Founder and Chair of Career Professionals of Canada – Job seekers often ask career professionals, “What are hiring managers really looking for these days?” It’s a smart question, but not an easy one to answer. In 2025, hiring decisions are shaped by more than résumés, skills, or qualifications. They’re influenced by shifting priorities, workplace trends, external pressures, and even silent biases that job seekers may never be aware of. As career professionals, we’re trained to help with the fundamentals: refining the résumé, preparing for interviews, improving…
– By Carol Brochu, CCDP, CHRL, CWS – October marks National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)—a reminder that employees with disabilities bring resilience, creativity, and innovation to the workplace. Let’s learn to celebrate that! By shifting from an accommodation mindset to strength-based career strategies, we can empower clients and organizations alike to build environments where everyone thrives. Career professionals have a unique role in helping individuals reframe disability as adaptive intelligence and resilience as a forward-looking strength. When organizations move from a focus on “fixing problems” to designing for success,…
Over the past 33 years, Steve Miller has created and refined the Implicit Career Search (ICS) and its offshoots. Backed by multiple studies across Canada, the UK, and corporate settings, Steve’s programs have consistently demonstrated exceptional outcomes, including higher employment rates, improved engagement, and lasting career success. His innovative approach, dedication, and measurable results earned him the 2025 Award of Excellence for Outstanding Career Leader. CPC Members Matter! Contact us to let us know that you would like to participate in this program.