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We recently had the opportunity to meet with Alison Howard, Executive Director of ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC). Alison shared a wealth of interesting and valuable information about the organization and the variety of free learning resources they offer. While ABC provides several resource-rich programs that would be helpful to career professionals and their clients, this post will focus on their UP Skills for Work program. ABC Life Literacy Canada’s Mandate ABC Life Literacy Canada champions literacy in Canada by empowering adult learners, raising awareness, and collaborating with and supporting the…
As a career professional, you play a critical role in helping your clients navigate the ever-changing job market while also considering the long-term implications of their career choices on society and the environment. Sustainable Career Development is an approach that you can use to support your client in the development of a career path that contributes to a sustainable future. Why Sustainability is Important to Career Development Traditional career development may not always align with the principles of sustainability, contribute to the betterment of society, and encourage career paths that…
As part of the helping professions, career professionals help clients achieve their goals by providing guidance, advice, resources, and caring support at every step of their work-life journeys. In my practice, I offer coaching in the areas of career, personal development, and life enhancement. My goal is to facilitate and nurture the overall wellbeing of my clients; to help them create a life that aligns with their vision and dreams. Along the way, I’ve learned what works and what doesn’t; what to say and what not to say. One of…
About 3 million Canadians, or 8.1% of Canada’s population, live below the poverty line. Over the past several years, the idea of basic income has been put forward as a possible way to improve the lives of people and to create a fairer and more equitable society. In Canada, the idea has been tested and debated for several years. As career professionals, we can take strides to learn about basic income. This will strengthen our understanding, stimulate empathy, and inform our actions as we serve our clients. Many Canadians are…
If you follow the news, it may be easy to become filled with despair, and to feel cynical. But, the media often presents a skewed view of what’s going on in the world. To attract audiences, the news tends to lean disproportionally toward the negative. However, it’s important to remind ourselves, especially during the holiday season, that there is still a lot of good in the world. And, there are many good people. Here, CPC members share their stories of memorable acts of kindness. Enjoy! How My Network Welcomed Me…
In Canada, more than 10 people die by suicide every day. Although suicide occurs frequently, there is still a lot of stigma around suicide and efforts to prevent it. September is Suicide Prevention Month. Throughout the month, groups comprised of representatives from all sectors—workplace, health services, community, school boards, and post-secondary institutions—organize events designed to bring awareness of and provide education on the issue of suicide. WARNING! This article may trigger emotional responses. Use your self-care and mindfulness resources to sit with the contents of this post and seek help if…