Career Professionals of Canada News Feed
Are you a secondary or post-secondary career advisor working in the academic or educational sector? This CPC Special Interest Group (SIG) discussion panel is designed just for you. Join us for an engaging session with special guest Daniel Dorogi, Assistant Teaching Professor of Sociology at Thompson Rivers University and Registered Clinical Counsellor, and special guest Nicole Kleemaier-Raaijen, LLM, RCIC, an accomplished legal professional with a background in Dutch notarial law and immigration consulting. Together, we’ll explore pressing questions such as: How is the world of work evolving, and how can…
– By Sharon Graham, Founder and Chair of Career Professionals of Canada – Right now, Canada’s job market has a somewhat uncomfortable undercurrent. Across our country, within companies, among clients, and throughout our career circles, uncertainty is in the air. As a career professional, you can feel it too, not stability, but a quiet sense of hesitation. Employers are holding back, waiting and watching trade policy changes, technological developments, and economic signals before making hiring or restructuring decisions. This is a pause, not a resolution. We’re already seeing the signs…
-By Maggie Jiang, Founder & Neurodiversity Consultant, Cogent Inclusive – One in Five Canadians Thinks Differently. That’s a Strength Did you know that 1 in 5 Canadians is neurodivergent? This includes individuals with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences. These are not outliers; they’re your clients, your colleagues, and your next top performers. Neurodivergence can be an untapped competitive advantage. Neurodivergent individuals often possess exceptional capabilities, including pattern recognition, creativity, attention to detail, and deep problem-solving skills. However, despite these strengths, many individuals face barriers that traditional coaching practices…
June’s job gains are a welcome shift after months of weak data, with +83,000 positions added and unemployment dipping to 6.9%. However, much of the growth stemmed from part-time roles, and long‑term unemployment remains elevated. While this offers short-term relief, the recovery is still fragile and uneven across sectors. Read full article: Conference Board of Canada — “June Job Gains Offer Relief … For Now”
This is a timely and critical piece. Sweta Regmi highlights a foundational challenge: AI hiring systems, especially those evaluating verbal communication and soft skills, risk mirroring, amplifying, or even embedding bias against newcomers, accent speakers, and culturally diverse candidates. Her point is well backed by real-world instances. Read the full article here.
New graduates in Canada are entering a job market that is more demanding and unpredictable than ever. Despite holding degrees and credentials, many face intense competition, short-term contracts with limited security, and employers who expect substantial experience even for entry-level roles. Economic pressures and rising living costs only add to the strain of launching a meaningful career. Partnering with a career development practitioner can make a measurable difference. These professionals help graduates clarify their goals, craft compelling résumés and online profiles, prepare thoroughly for interviews, and develop strategies to access…