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Lisa Macdonald is a Certified Human Resources Professional and holds the Certified Career Strategist designation. A lifelong learner, she brings over 10 years of experience in coaching and mentoring newcomers and students to achieve their goals. Lisa serves as an educator at the local community college in Kingston, where she acts as a catalyst in the lives of students, enabling their success in both pre- and post-employment journeys. Drawing from her own lived experience as a first-generation Indo Canadian, Lisa’s passion for equity, diversity, and inclusion drives her mission to…
Erica Edwards serves as an Employment Specialist and Placement Coordinator at a private college in Toronto, Ontario. With a professional background spanning over 5 years, she has gained valuable experience working within Employment Ontario and the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy program. Erica has successfully assisted clients from diverse backgrounds, including mature professionals, students, new immigrants, and individuals with learning disabilities. Her expertise extends to various aspects of career development, including résumé and cover letter optimization, job search strategies, networking techniques, and interview skills. Through personalized one-on-one consultations and engaging…
It’s a time of celebration at Career Professionals of Canada (CPC) as we mark our significant milestones of 2023. We are thrilled to share with you the remarkable progress we’ve made as we continue to foster a community of purposeful kindness and professional growth. These milestones are not mere markers in time. They are tangible evidence of our dedication to career development and our relentless pursuit of a culture defined by innovation and inclusivity. CPC has been, and continues to be, an unwavering source of inspiration and support for career…
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…
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…
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…