Upcoming Canadian Events Vocational Rehabilitation Association of Canada – Ontario Society 2008 Annual Conference: “Exploring Mental Health, Addiction & Return to Work”, The Canadian Association of Rehabilitation Professionals – Ontario Inc., Vaughan, ON. September 19, 2008
The CERIC Board of Directors for 2012/2013 was confirmed following its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in June. CERIC is directed by a pan-Canadian volunteer Board reflecting a
By Jennifer Hargreaves When flexible work opportunities help redefine careers
Self-awareness can positively affect students’ employment outcomes Antonio Fadda Career development tailored to international students is a necessary component of a broader institutional educational strategy that involves many stakeholders. However, barriers hamper co-operation between organizations that offer career and personal development services to international students (e.g. higher-education institutions, non-profit and grassroots organizations). Drawing from my…
More than 1,200 delegates from across the country and beyond converged in Ottawa from January 28-30 for the Cannexus19 National Career Development Conference, exploring the disruption that is changing how we define work, find jobs, develop skills and succeed in the labour market. Conference highlights included: Three thought-provoking keynote speakers: MacEwan University President Deborah Saucier…
Curiosity and courage helped these practitioners overcome many obstacles to getting started in the field Mai To and Vanessa Doan Finding a job in a new field isn’t easy – and it’s that much more challenging when you’re a newcomer to the country as well. That was the situation we both found ourselves in after…
By Anne Senior The Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks (CCLB) is celebrating its 10th year as the centre of expertise in support of the national standards – Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) and les Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC). These benchmarks are used for describing, measuring and recognizing the second language proficiency of adult immigrants…
It has been announced that CERIC Executive Director Riz Ibrahim will be leaving CERIC to take on the position of President & CEO of The Counselling Foundation of Canada. He will succeed current Foundation leader Bruce Lawson in this role. The Foundation established CERIC and has been its primary funder. This transition is expected to…
Interview by Jenn Long Learning and leading in the brave new world of work
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