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Are you following bad hiring advice without even knowing it? So many new grads make these mistakes. Luckily, you’re about to learn exactly what they are and how to avoid them! Myth #1: “You should try applying in person!” I heard this repeatedly while trying to get a job after finishing university. People told me […]

When you think of boosting your resume during the summer, the typical option is getting a summer job. Though getting a summer job is a great opportunity to earn some cash and boost your resume, there are also many other options you can choose from instead. You can volunteer to improve or learn new skills, […]

Picture this; it’s June, and after months of tireless searching — you find you still didn’t get a summer job. Summer jobs (and especially internships) are the best way to get substantial experience on your resume when most of your time during the year is taken up by the school. Every year, thousands of students […]

Does the current state of our global environment worry you? How can we take immediate remedial action to help the environment heal from the harm already inflicted? Gillian Hrycko, Manager of Occupant Engagement at CD SONTER Ltd. believes that sustainability ensures our communities and society move forward. If you agree with Gillian, you’ve probably experienced […]

From coast to coast thousands of Canadians who are helping the most vulnerable members of our communities go unnoticed. They do it not for a bonus, special mention, or even a shout out. They dedicate their lives every day to make a difference. That’s why CharityVillage has partnered with the Bhayana Family Foundation and the […]

In a perfect world, we’d all get along with our boss and we’d make a sizeable income doing what we loved doing. But in reality, sometimes we end up working under someone who has a leadership style that just doesn’t work. As adults, we realize that it’s impossible to get along with every single person […]

Any recent grad will tell you it’s hard to stand out these days. While trying to set yourself apart from the pack of other like minded entry-level employees might seem impossible, there are many ways you can make an impact early on in your career. Keep reading to find out how. Back to Basics So […]

World Wildlife Fund Canada is the country’s largest international conservation organization with the active support of hundreds of thousands of Canadians. They connect the power of a strong global network to on-the-ground conservation efforts across the nation. Now they’re bringing conservation to campus – with your help! WWF’s Living Planet @ Campus supports post-secondary students […]

As the exclusive Nonprofit Community Partners of Facebook Canada, our family of career sites is excited to be part of their announcement about Facebook’s newest digital innovations that make it easier for you to make a difference! With National Philanthropy Day (November 15), Giving Tuesday (November 27) and the holiday season just around the corner, […]

Employers often take part in Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives (CSR) to give back to their communities and make positive changes. But companies are not the only ones who need to take part. You can give back, in your own way! As individuals we can perform small acts that can make someone smile. Buy someone a […]

The start of the calendar year is a prime opportunity to get cracking on your 2015 game plan!

Stop worrying about everyone else, and re-focus on your personal career goals – here’s some solid advice!