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CPC Member of the Week: Eman Ismail-Elmasri

November 13, 2023 | Comments Off on CPC Member of the Week: Eman Ismail-Elmasri

Eman Ismail-Elmasri is a highly accomplished professional, boasting certifications as a Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP), Certified Career Strategist (CCS), and Certified Employment Strategist (CES). With an impressive track record spanning over 15 years in newcomer settlement and inclusion work, Eman is a dedicated advocate for the success and integration of newcomers. Her firm belief in community collaboration has resulted in successful partnerships that have positively impacted the lives of thousands of immigrants and refugees across Canada. Eman has demonstrated a proven ability to create and leverage opportunities that better…

Let’s Show Some Personality on Résumés

November 10, 2023 |

Recently, a good friend of mine was transitioned out from her long-time corporate employer. Collaborating with her outplacement consultant, my friend created and polished up a new résumé. She then sent it to me and asked what I thought. The new résumé was pretty good, but something didn’t sit right with me, even after reading it over several times. For a couple of days, I tried to figure out why it left me feeling “blah.” Then it struck me. The résumé is BORING. My friend is brilliant, funny, and very…

CPC Member of the Week: Urvashi Sharma

November 6, 2023 | Comments Off on CPC Member of the Week: Urvashi Sharma

Urvashi Sharma works as an Employment Counsellor at MOSAIC, specifically within the Career Path Program for skilled immigrants. Driven by her belief in the potential for everyone to achieve success in their careers, Urvashi made the decision to become a career coach. A Certified Résumé Strategist with extensive training from CPC in advanced résumé development and interview coaching, she has a proven track record of aiding new immigrant professionals in attaining their career aspirations. Urvashi’s approach involves guiding clients in enhancing their confidence, developing their skills, and taking responsibility for…

How to Craft the Best Canadian Résumé

November 3, 2023 |

If you had asked me about résumé writing ten years ago, just as I was starting my career practice, I would have said that it is as much an art as it is a science. Résumé writing requires comprehensive research, forethought, and strategic planning, and an ability to gather the right information. It’s all about presenting the client’s value through high-quality content, yet design and formatting are equally important if you want to catch the reader’s eye. I’d like to share what I’ve learned over the years about how to…

CPC Member of the Week: Patricia Mosca

October 30, 2023 | Comments Off on CPC Member of the Week: Patricia Mosca

Patricia Mosca (she/her) is a graduate of McMaster University’s Bachelor of Commerce program, which included specialized courses in human resources and leadership. Boasting nearly 20 years of recruitment experience across diverse industries, Patricia possesses a deep understanding of the current job market and the requirements of today’s employers. In 2019, she embarked on a consulting career and has assisted nearly 100 clients in forging new career paths. Her career coaching expertise was further validated when she obtained CPC’s Certified Interview Strategist (CIS) designation. Patricia has made notable contributions as a…

CPC Member of the Week: Andrea Fowler

October 23, 2023 | Comments Off on CPC Member of the Week: Andrea Fowler

Andrea Fowler is an esteemed member of CPC. With four years of experience as an Administration Officer at the NWT Career Centre in Yellowknife, Andrea brings valuable expertise to her role. A member of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation, she resides in a settlement near Yellowknife, which boasts a population of approximately 220 individuals. At the Career Centre, Andrea and her team cater to a diverse clientele, with a significant portion being Dene First Nations. Andrea finds inspiration through her clients. She skillfully aligns clients’ remarkable qualities with their career aspirations, all…