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New report on meeting career needs of newcomer and refugee students

September 12, 2017By Rachel So

The final report of a CERIC-funded University of Winnipeg project into how career development can make school more meaningful for newcomer and refugee youth is now available. The report provides details of a three-year research program led by Dr Jan Stewart that investigated schools and communities in Calgary, Winnipeg and St John’s. It contains recommendations for creating culturally responsive career development programs that address the unique needs of children who may be experiencing the effects of trauma, interrupted learning and acquiring a new language.

New special issue of CJCD features graduate student research

September 12, 2017By Rachel So

The newest edition of The Canadian Journal of Career Development has just been published with 10 briefs that focus on the thought-provoking research of current and past graduate students in Canada and internationally. Topics range from the Future of Work to Athletic Identity to Immigrant Job Satisfaction.

Popular Spark! talks return with 4 inspiring presenters at Cannexus18!

August 31, 2017By Rachel So

The Cannexus18 National Career Development Conference, taking place January 22-24, 2018 in Ottawa, will feature the return of Spark!, our highly popular TED-style talks. Four speakers will each give a 10-minute presentation on a diverse topic to “spark” you to think differently about your work.

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CERIC and CACEE offer new webinar series on experiential learning for career development

August 29, 2017By Rachel So

CERIC is partnering with Canadian Association of Career Educators and Employers (CACEE) to present a new 3-part webinar series: From Classroom to Community: Implementing Experiential Learning for Career Development with a group of experts in the career development field starting October 11.

What is it like to partner with CERIC? Project partners share their stories

July 28, 2017By Rachel So

In a series of new videos, project partners discuss their experiences working with CERIC and provide recommendations to others seeking funding. CERIC provides funding and other support in its efforts to improve the economic and social well-being of Canadians through advancing career development knowledge and skills.

Mega speakers announced for Cannexus18 National Conference!

July 12, 2017By Rachel So

Taking place January 22-24, 2018 in Ottawa, the Cannexus18 National Career Development Conference will feature this just-announced lineup of Mega Sessions with well-known presenters on highly pertinent subjects – from the role of career development in mental health to career service innovation in the post-secondary sector:

New research will seek to understand “senior entrepreneur” trend in Canada

July 4, 2017By Rachel So

A new CERIC-funded research study led by the Sheridan Centre for Elder Research will address the gap in knowledge about the state of senior entrepreneurship in Canada by investigating the experiences, needs and interests of individuals who have either launched or would like to start their own business after age 50. With the country’s demographic shift to an aging workforce well underway, increasing numbers of older Canadians are turning to entrepreneurship; however very little is known about them and what kind of career guidance and support they require.

CERIC confirms its 2017/2018 Board of Directors

July 3, 2017By Rachel So

The CERIC volunteer Board of Directors for the upcoming year is now in place, reflecting a broad cross-section of the diverse career development field from across Canada.

CERIC’s 2016 Annual Report focuses on the reach and impact of career development

June 27, 2017By Rachel So

With a theme of “Extending our Reach, Expanding our Impact,” the 2016 CERIC Annual Report highlights our efforts as a charitable organization to engage new audiences with our proactive research and learning partnerships. Our overarching vision for this work continues to be increasing the economic and social well-being of Canadians through career development.

Invitation to participate in study on how working style impacts veteran hiring in Canada

June 26, 2017By Rachel So

Military veterans and employers are invited to participate in a 30-minute confidential online assessment as part of a CERIC-funded project that will bridge the career interests of recently released veterans and the staffing needs of Canadian businesses. If you work with any of these groups, please share this link and ask them to complete the assessment by July 21: http://www.challengefactory.ca/veteranhiring.