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Sydney Ducharme is a third-generation career development practitioner who currently works in her family business, Career Assistance Network, in Alberta. As a Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP), Certified Résumé Strategist (CRS), and Certified Interview Strategist (CIS), she has worked hard to develop her skillset in meaningful ways that support holistic client care. In addition, Sydney has a Business Administration degree and has recently developed a training program that helps individuals target entry level financial services jobs. Outside of work, Sydney is a self-published fiction author, which is her proudest accomplishment to date. CPC…
Paula Hayes is a consummate professional with over twenty years of experience in the non-profit and employment services industry. Paula currently works with Easter Seals, Newfoundland and Labrador, where she is the Director of Employment and Educational Services. She has been instrumental in the continued growth of her department, and proudly leads a dedicated team in developing and implementing programs that support individuals with disabilities to obtain employment or post-secondary training. Paula builds lasting relationships with key stakeholders and is an accomplished proposal writer. Recently, she secured multi-year government funds to continue to…
Donna Norcott, a Certified Career Strategist, has been a proud member of CPC for several years. Donna is endlessly fascinated by people’s life stories, their passions, and what drives them. Understanding their narratives is an essential aspect of her coaching approach. Donna considers the founding of her practice, Kaleidoscope Careers, located in Newfoundland and Labrador, one of her most significant professional achievements. Her primary focus is assisting clients in navigating change, pursuing fulfilling career paths that highlight their strengths, and fostering a healthy work-life balance. She takes immense pleasure in empowering…
Pallavi Bhujbal immigrated to Canada in 2019 from India. She holds an MBA in Human Resources Management and has accumulated over 10 years of experience in the field of talent acquisition. For the past two years, Pallavi has been employed as an Employment Liaison Specialist with the BCCA Integrating Newcomers Program. As an immigrant herself, she derives immense pleasure from assisting newcomers and serving as their career coach. Pallavi’s responsibilities include providing guidance on labour market trends, offering support in résumé writing, and providing career counselling services. She experiences a deep sense…
Susan Fleming is currently teaching Career and Employment strategies for a private career college, combining her long-time career knowledge and skills with a passion for teaching. She attributes a significant portion of her success to being a member of CPC. Susan refined her résumé development skills by becoming a Certified Résumé Strategist (CRS) through CPC. Membership in the organization has opened numerous opportunities and added credibility to her career as a freelance professional résumé writer. It has also helped her land a dream job where she assists new graduates in…
Tanya Kett is a career professional with almost 20 years of experience in both community and higher education settings, and a CPC member for over 10 years. Tanya is a Career Counsellor at McMaster University and part-time faculty at Conestoga College in the School of Interdisciplinary Studies where she teaches Career Management. She works with students and alumni who experience barriers to employment, instilling confidence, self-advocacy, and empowering them to successfully navigate transitions to achieve their professional goals. In 2022, Tanya was recognized by CPC with the Outstanding Career Professional award and by TalentEgg…