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Nicolas Wang is the Career Service Manager at Acsenda School of Management, a post-secondary institution in Vancouver. In his role, he provides valuable support to international students and newcomers, offering various services, resources, and programs to help them secure employment opportunities. Nicolas considers completing his Career Development Practitioner (CDP) designation through Career Professionals of Canada to be one of his greatest professional accomplishments. He actively volunteers for Toastmasters International, where he enjoys providing mentorship to his fellow club members. As a father of a 1-year-old, he is continuously learning about…
Matt Purdey is a highly experienced career professional with over 10 years of expertise in assisting individuals in understanding and implementing best practices in job search. He has worked with various non-profit organizations, post-secondary institutions, and private clients, supporting thousands of people, including domestic and international students, internationally educated professionals, and mid-to-senior level professionals. Matt helps job-seeking clients to search smarter, improve their performance, and take control of their careers. In 2018, he launched Foresight Career Coaching to extend his reach and offer comprehensive career development services to a broader range…
It is our pleasure to announce Career Professionals of Canada’s 2023 Awards of Excellence Program recipients. With our new guidelines in place for the 2023 awards program, the bar was raised. Still, the competition proved rigorous as we received 42 outstanding submissions to evaluate. I’d like to offer special thanks to our 2023 team of judges who were presented with the difficult challenge of selecting the winners, honourable mentions, and nominees this year — this was not an easy task! CPC’s membership comprises some of the very best in our profession. Please…
Chloe Lyons is the owner and talent consultant at Lyons Talent Consulting, which was launched in January 2023. With 13 years of experience in corporate HR, Chloe has specialized in talent attraction, engagement, talent development programs, and recruitment. After gaining valuable expertise in various industries, including banking, insurance, engineering, and healthcare, Chloe decided to venture into her own consulting business. She has worked in diverse environments, ranging from large multinational corporations to small, fast-growing start-ups with 20 employees. As a Certified Career Strategist (CCS) and a Chartered Professional in Human…
Mercy Beilem is a dedicated career coach at the NWT Career Centre in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. With her certification as a Certified Career Development Professional (CCDP) through the Career Development Association of Alberta, and membership in Career Professionals of Canada (CPC), Mercy brings valuable expertise and knowledge to her role. She provides comprehensive career development support to a diverse range of individuals, including Indigenous and non-Indigenous individuals, newcomers, and people of colour. Mercy’s work aligns with the values and principles of the organization and she is passionate about empowering her…
In a momentous milestone for Career Professionals of Canada (CPC), we are thrilled to announce the release of our 1000th edition of the Career Connections newsletter. Since our inaugural issue in 2004, we have been dedicated to inspiring and supporting career practitioners across Canada in their journey toward professional development and success. With this edition, we’re celebrating the milestone. This remarkable achievement would not have been possible without the unwavering support and engagement of our esteemed members, mentors, and ambassadors. With every issue, we have strived to provide valuable insights,…