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For six years the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada documented Canada’s 120+ year-long history of Indian Residential Schools (IRS), exposing a legacy of physical, mental, emotional, and sexual abuse, the destruction of Indigenous families and communities, and the cultural genocide of Indigenous Peoples. Truth can be difficult to hear, and learning about Canada’s history of residential schools can be unsettling. A statement taken from the preface of the summary of the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada acknowledges this: “The stories of that experience are sometimes…
The world saw how the life of George Floyd was snuffed out of him by the white police officer who had his knee on his neck. To say it was outrageous is an understatement, and people immediately condemned what they saw. For me, I felt it on a deep, personal level because I have a husband, a son, brothers, and nephews. But, here’s one uncomfortable truth: after the dust settles, the invisible “knee-on-the-neck” of black people in the workplace and in our schools will continue, unless some things change. The…
Message from Executive Director Dear friends, Deep and disturbing injustices across North America have once again underscored our long and ongoing history of racism. Canada is not immune. This highly charged political environment has put a spotlight on something that has always existed. Anti-Black racial profiling and inequalities are deeply rooted and ongoing – and is now making national headlines. Across Canada there has been a steady rise in anti-Muslim sentiment and an increase in Islamophobia. Anti-Aboriginal racism in Canada is also prevalent and has been rising with recent tensions.…
Message from the Canadian Career Development Foundation (CCDF) As we all seek to adjust to these challenging times, the contribution of our field has never been more important. CCDF was asked to advise the federal government on the following two questions: What is the impact of the COVID-19 situation on your sector? What type of labour market measures could be helpful to help the economic recovery of your sector? After receiving the invitation to provide input to ESDC on the impact and implications of COVID-19 for the career development sector,…
Dear friends, Has Time Changed For You? CPC member Michelle Precourt recently posed this question on LinkedIn and received quite a range of responses. For many, time seems more fluid with days blending into each other. Some have busy days with many interruptions, while others are finding time but having difficulty focusing on new initiatives. Get FREE professional development… Many careerpros have told us that they are shifting focus to their own professional development. It’s a way to feel like they are doing something positive and productive. As a result,…
Dear friends, For many of us, this pandemic has created a rollercoaster of emotions, and in the quiet moments we’re left questioning our value systems. Our needs and those of our clients have shifted, putting the spotlight on basic physiological and safety needs, along with our desire for social connection. There are some ways that we can address these needs for ourselves and our clients. Addressing Our Clients’ Immediate Basic Needs Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan has launched its website. The plan includes measures to assist both individuals and businesses financially.…