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Here are some valuable websites and resources for career development professionals and their clients based in Prince Edward Island. If you are a career professional looking for provincial labour market tools, practitioner training, and client supports, bookmark these sites for quick access. Associations for Career Development Professionals Career Development Association of PEI, Inc.: Provincial career development association. Education and Training for Career Practitioners Dalhousie University: Certificate programs in Employment and Career Development Services. Careers and Employment for Clients eForcePEI.ca: Free e-learning programs. The Employment Journey on PEI: Job news, job…
Here are some valuable websites and resources for career development professionals and their clients based in Quebec. If you are a career professional looking for provincial labour market tools, practitioner training, and client supports, bookmark these sites for quick access. Associations for Career Development Professionals Regroupement québécois des organismes pour le développement de l’employabilité (RQuODE): Provincial career development association. Education and Training for Career Practitioners McGill University: MA in Counselling Psychology. Université de Sherbrooke: Baccalauréat en orientation, Maîtrise en orientation. Université du Québec à Montréal: Baccalauréat en développement de carrière,…
Here are some valuable websites and resources for career development professionals and their clients based in Saskatchewan. If you are a career professional looking for provincial labour market tools, practitioner training, and client supports, bookmark these sites for quick access. Associations for Career Development Professionals Saskatchewan Career Development Association (SKCDA): Provincial career development association. Saskatchewan Career Work Education Association: Provincial career development association. Education and Training for Career Practitioners Saskatchewan Polytechnic: Recognition of Prior Learning Practitioner Certificate Program. University of Saskatchewan: Post-Degree Certificate in Career and Guidance Studies. Indigenous Works:…
– By Carol Brochu, CCDP, CHRL, CWS – Difference, Not Deficit: From Labels to Listening Neurodiversity is a difference, not a deficit. “It is the concept that there are natural variations of the human brain,” reminding us that “different doesn’t mean less, and by embracing this perspective, we can create a world where everyone—neurodivergent and neurotypical alike—has the opportunity to shine.” “The language that we use at times reinforces a perception of defect to be fixed rather than a difference to be valued and understood”. To fit in, neurodivergent individuals have…
In a world where change is constant and innovation is the norm, the key to staying relevant and fulfilled, both personally and professionally, is lifelong learning. I’ve built my entire career on this truth. My professional journey began in information technology, where I was fortunate to have access to a wealth of free training. I took full advantage of every opportunity, soaking up everything from software certifications to leadership development. One of the most impactful experiences during that time was completing the Harvard Managed Mentor program, where I focused on…
-By Lori A. Jazvac and Ksenia Lazoukova – Summer internships represent the gold standard for students and new graduates, offering hands-on training, networking opportunities, and a frequent gateway to full-time employment. However, economic pressures, shrinking budgets, remote work trends, and shifting employer priorities have fueled a sharp decline in traditional and paid internships. Students—particularly those from marginalized or low-income backgrounds—now face significant obstacles in accessing meaningful professional experiences. Canada’s labour market is tightening. Statistics Canada reports that in April 2025, youth (aged 15–24) lost 28,000 jobs, driving their unemployment rate…