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Avalon Purdie is an Employment Specialist at Stride, a non-profit employment service provider specializing in supporting clients struggling with addictions and mental health. Combining psychotherapeutic and employment counselling techniques, Avalon prepares individuals for long-term skills development, self-mastery, and success in the workplace and in life. As a CPC member and a dedicated learner, she has been able to increase her career development competencies and share best practices with clients. Avalon has contributed to the advancement of successful vocational skills development programs within correctional institutions, community landscaping work programs, and region-specific…
Jean D’Souza is a seasoned career development professional profoundly committed to helping students thrive in the Canadian job market. Currently serving as a Career Services and Coop Advisor at Northeastern University, Jean conducts career-focused workshops and delivers personalized one-on-one career coaching to a diverse range of individuals. Her illustrious career has spanned prestigious institutions and community organizations, allowing her to leverage extensive experience in both higher education and social services. As a Certified Career Strategist, Jean equips her clients with the latest and most effective career development strategies. Her dedication and…
[playht_player width=”100%” height=”90px” voice=”en-US-JennyNeural”] I recently had the opportunity to sit down and talk with a Third Age job seeker in Toronto. She had just accepted a job offer after one year of active searching. Her candid insights provide food for thought for anyone supporting clients aged 55+ in their job search efforts. But what is “the Third Age,” you may wonder. Well, midlife marks the beginning of what is often referred to as our Third Age. This time of life is considered by many to be the “golden…
Phuong Tran decided to immigrate to Canada three years ago and has successfully secured meaningful work. For some people, having a job in this country is no big deal but it’s a huge success to immigrants like Phuong. She is even more proud that she is serving new immigrants in their settlement process. She profoundly understands the struggle and confusion of finding a job, getting the kids to school/daycare, obtaining new skills to integrate into their new life, etc. Phuong wanted to pursue her life counselling/coaching career precisely to help more people achieve…
Sydney Ducharme is a third-generation career development practitioner who currently works in her family business, Career Assistance Network, in Alberta. As a Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP), Certified Résumé Strategist (CRS), and Certified Interview Strategist (CIS), she has worked hard to develop her skillset in meaningful ways that support holistic client care. In addition, Sydney has a Business Administration degree and has recently developed a training program that helps individuals target entry level financial services jobs. Outside of work, Sydney is a self-published fiction author, which is her proudest accomplishment to date. CPC…
I’ve been living in Canada for a year now and, honestly, it’s been quite a ride. It’s one thing to advise international job seekers based on theory and books and another to go through the experience yourself. Although my parents relocated our family several times for various reasons when I was younger, relocating for economic reasons, with my own family to consider, was completely different as the responsibility fell directly on my shoulders. The experience brought many fears, but with one year behind me, and through my own ups and…