Career Professionals of Canada News Feed
Let’s face it. The number of people reporting having a side gig is on the rise, whether it’s to help meet financial obligations or to nurture their entrepreneurial side. With the rise of side gigs comes the increase of concerns from employers that employees are using company time and resources to run their business. Therefore, engaging in a conversation with our clients about the ethics of having a side gig, while also working a full-time job, may be well worth it. There are ways we can support them to be…
Catherine Carbonneau-Bergeron is a dedicated guidance counsellor with over a decade of experience in Quebec’s education sector. She began her career in an adult learning centre and currently serves as a guidance counsellor in a public high school with a student population of over 1600. Catherine thrives in the dynamic and ever-changing nature of her work, finding joy in the energetic and creative atmosphere. Her true passion lies in assisting high school teenagers as they navigate the process of designing their future adult lives. Catherine’s most cherished accomplishment is helping…
Marie-Daphné Laguerre is the founder of Les consultations AfroQueen Consulting, which she considers her most valued accomplishment. As a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, she actively raises awareness about racism and discrimination in Canadian society. Through facilitated workshop discussions, Marie-Daphné encourages employees to reflect on their own biases and explore ways to create a more equitable work environment. With more than 20 years of experience as a human resources practitioner in the federal public service, private sector, and now through her own consulting business, she utilizes her HR expertise…
How does the song go? “Summertime, and the livin’ is easy…” With the longer days, warm weather, and abundant sunshine, it’s easy to forget about our problems and just relax. But, for job seekers, no matter how nice the summer weather is, there’s the ever-present worry about when their next opportunity will come along. While they, too, may be tempted to just kick back and temporarily put their search on hold, it’s important for career pros to let their clients know about the benefits of a summertime job search. It’s…
Janet MacDonald is a Scholarship Coach who assists Canadian high school students and their families in securing scholarships for university. Through her company, mycampusGPS, she conducts workshops and provides personalized guidance to students, helping them create compelling applications for admission and scholarships. Janet brings valuable experience as a former university Assistant Registrar and Admissions Officer, where she was responsible for student recruitment, admissions, and academic advising. She has a strong passion for guiding young people in their career development. In her role, she supports students in exploring various career options…
Zoha Khalid is a Certified Career Strategist (CCS) who works with young people facing barriers to employment. As a career development professional, her role involves training and supporting her clients so that they can gain the skills, experience, and education they need to transition successfully into the labour market and achieve their career goals. Zoha is also a social media content producer under the theme “Career Lifestyle.“ She shares career strategies and trends with a growing audience of more than 5000 subscribers. Zoha recognizes the importance of professional associations and the power of collective…