Apprenticeships can be a dream scenario. You can earn while you learn, jobs are in demand, incomes are often high. Employers and …
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FeaturedTraining & Development
Taking the trades route: Young adult Albertans tout the benefits of hands-on careers
By George Lee | The MacLeod Gazette Welcome to build your own adventure, that challenging, interesting and well-paying career you design and launch …
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LeadershipOpinion
Giving feedback can be daunting for new leaders — here’s how to provide it thoughtfully
By Leda Stawnychko, Mount Royal University and Mehnaz Rafi, University of Calgary Giving performance feedback at work can be a stressful experience, …
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FeaturedTraining & Development
Alberta boosts skilled trades education with TELUS Spark Science Centre partnership
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberAlberta’s government has partnered with Calgary’s TELUS Spark Science Centre to inspire young people to pursue careers in the skilled trades. The …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
B.C. kicks in $9 million to expand Foundry’s youth employment program
More young people facing barriers to employment or education in British Columbia will soon benefit from an expanded employment program provided by …
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By Jane Parry, University of Southampton and Barbara Sherriff, University of Brighton Among the new class of MPs sworn into the UK …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Ottawa kicks in $370 million to fund more than 200 youth employment projects
The federal government is investing in youth employment through a significant funding initiative aimed at helping young people overcome barriers to entering …
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Summer jobs are more than just a detour on your way to a career — they’re an important first step on the …
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FeaturedRecruitment
70,000 jobs available under Canada Summer Jobs program for 2024: Federal government
The Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program is providing 70,000 job opportunities for young people across the country, according to the federal government. …
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By Ilona Dougherty, University of Waterloo; Amelia Clarke, University of Waterloo, and Ana Ferrer, University of Waterloo There is no shortage of hand-wringing about young …