Career Professionals of Canada News Feed
-By Lori A. Jazvac & Ksenia Lazoukova – In today’s volatile job market, many professionals find themselves at the crossroads of purpose and paycheck, asking: How do I turn what I love into how I live? While “follow your passion” sounds inspiring, it’s not always enough. Career Development Practitioners (CDPs) must help clients move beyond idealism into sustainable, strategic action—honouring dreams and day-to-day realities. Turning passion into a profession is possible—yet it demands clarity, courage, resilience, and a grounded plan. A growing trend among Canadian workers is seeking career transitions,…
-By Sharon Graham, Founder and Chair of Career Professionals of Canada – Canada is known for its warm and friendly reputation: holding the door open for others and offering a hand to strangers. Beneath that politeness, though, lies quiet steel. The hockey phrase “elbows-up” captures this balance: a player angling their elbows to shield the puck, firm, poised, and ready. For career professionals, this image offers more than a catchy slogan; it provides a framework for serving clients, engaging employers, and shaping the labour market. Here’s how to bring an…
We are so excited to see CPC member Kohinoor Dev Roy featured on a local Edmonton talk show, The Courtney Theriault Show. Our members are thought leaders in the career development space. If you are interested in providing an article to CPC, please reach out.
The recent article from HRD Canada highlights the multifaceted challenges Canadian job seekers face in 2025, including résumé gaps, skill deterioration, and diminished confidence. These findings resonate deeply as a career development professional, underscoring the critical need for comprehensive support systems to navigate the evolving employment landscape. Extended periods of unemployment can lead to significant résumé gaps and skills atrophy. Career development professionals are pivotal in helping individuals articulate transferable skills and experiences gained during these gaps, such as volunteer work or personal projects. Moreover, we guide clients toward upskilling…
In today’s evolving world of work, volunteering offers more than just a way to give back—it’s a powerful strategy for personal and professional growth. For career development professionals and the clients we support, strategic volunteering can play a key role in building skills, expanding networks, and increasing employability. The Career-Enhancing Benefits of Volunteering Volunteering allows individuals to develop and demonstrate a wide range of transferable skills. Whether organizing an event, mentoring others, or contributing to a board, volunteers gain experience in communication, problem-solving, leadership, and teamwork—highly valuable skills in today’s…
– By Ksenia Lazoukova and Lori A. Jazvac – As climate change reshapes our world, the demand for a sustainable, low-carbon economy increases. The workforce must evolve to meet this challenge, and Career Development Professionals (CDPs) are pivotal in guiding job seekers toward green jobs—roles that contribute to environmental sustainability. The Rise of Green Careers: A Growing Sector Full of Opportunities Green jobs, often referred to as roles that contribute to environmental sustainability, are no longer niche. They span industries such as renewable energy, environmental consulting, urban planning, and sustainability…