Career Professionals of Canada News Feed
A substantial number of Canadian professionals are contemplating job changes in the upcoming year. This inclination underscores the importance of proactive career management. Professionals should engage in continuous skills development and networking to remain competitive. Employers, in turn, must focus on employee retention strategies, such as offering clear career progression paths and fostering a positive work environment, to maintain a committed workforce. Read the article in the Financial Post.
The recent RBC report highlights a concerning trend in Canada’s labour market: job creation is lagging behind the rapid growth of the labour force, leading to a projected unemployment rate increase to 6.7% in November from 6.5% in October. This disparity underscores the challenges of sustaining employment levels amid swift population growth. Notably, job vacancies have decreased by 18% year-over-year as of September, indicating a cooling hiring environment. In contrast, the U.S. labour market appears more robust, with anticipated payroll employment growth of 157,000 jobs in November and a steady…
We’re excited to share that we’ve made significant updates to our certification process for 2025. These changes are designed to provide more options and flexibility on your path to certification, making it easier to achieve your professional goals and advance your career. Watch the video below for all the details on what’s new and how it benefits you. We’re proud to support you on your journey and look forward to helping you succeed in 2025! Stay tuned for more updates.
This article from inSauga highlights the top five salary trends anticipated in Canada for 2025, with a notable emphasis on diversity and inclusion management roles, which are expected to see a 12% salary increase, elevating senior positions to $123,200. This underscores the growing corporate commitment to fostering inclusive workplaces. Additionally, the demand for specialized skills in sectors such as skilled trades, technology, and engineering is projected to drive salary growth. For instance, automation technicians and electromechanics may experience an 8% salary boost, reflecting the escalating importance of these professions. In…
The article from HRD Canada highlights a concerning trend identified by Glassdoor’s lead economist, Daniel Zhao: a potential surge in “revenge quitting” as employees’ frustration over stalled careers reaches a tipping point. With 65% of surveyed employees feeling stuck, particularly in the tech and advertising sectors, and U.S. quit rates dropping to 1.9%—the lowest since June 2020—employers might enjoy low turnover now, but this could be the calm before the storm. As the job market rebounds, the dissatisfaction may lead to a significant exodus of talent. Organizations should proactively address…
PowerPoint for Career Development Professionals: Engaging Clients with Effective Visual Storytelling
– By Ksenia Lazoukova and Lori A. Jazvac – In today’s fast-paced world, presentations have become an essential communication tool for career development professionals, whether you are pitching an idea to investors, training clients, or sharing insights with stakeholders. PowerPoint, often used as a go-to software for presentations, portfolios, and tutorials, offers a flexible platform for engaging storytelling—yet many users only scratch the surface of its potential. Creating an impactful presentation requires more than slides filled with text and statistics. It is about captivating your audience, conveying a thoughtful story…