 CERIC has downloads of the book, Career Development Practice in Canada: Perspectives, Principles and Professionalism. Check out over 20 chapters with titles such as "Developing Effective Client Relationships" (Chapter 5) "Employment Counselling and Poverty" (Chapter 10). The topics are extensive. The downloads are free. Check them out below: Chapter 1 - The Emergence of Career Development in Canada Authors: Marilyn Van Norman (Canadian Education and Research Institute for Counselling), Blythe C. Shepard (University of Lethbridge) and Priya Mani (University of Manitoba) 355.47 KB Chapter 2 - Its Evolution and Future Outlook Author: Louis Cournoyer (Université du Québec à Montréal) 125.21 KB Chapter 3 - Key to Economic Development Author: Phil Jarvis (Career Cruising) 170.24 KB Chapter 4 - Guiding Concepts for Career Development Practice Authors: Nancy Arthur (University of Calgary) and Sandra Collins (Athabasca University) 182.77 KB Chapter 5 - Professional Ethics, Role, and the Whole Person Author: Geoffrey S. Peruniak (Athabasca University) 244.05 KB Chapter 6 - Theoretical Foundations of Career Development Author: Roberta A. Neault (Life Strategies Ltd.) 211.29 KB Chapter 7 - Developing Effective Client Relationships Authors: Beverley Walters (Alberta Institute for Life Skills, Literacy and Business Education), Blythe C. Shepard (University of Lethbridge) and Priya S. Mani (University of Manitoba) 204.51 KB Chapter 8 - Career Planning, Knowledge, and Skills Authors: Kerri McKinnon and Kathleen Johnston (Concordia University College of Alberta) 238.72 KB Chapter 9 - Work Search Strategies Author: Deirdre A. Pickerell (Life Strategies Ltd.) 482.14 KB Chapter 10 - Employment Counselling and Poverty Author: Stephen Hill (Employment Counsellor) 320.59 KB Chapter 11 - Immigrants in Canada Contexts and Issues for Consideration Authors: Lisa Bylsma (Nanaimo, British Columbia) and Sophie C. Yohani (University of Alberta) 370.28 KB Chapter 12 - Refugees in Canada From Persecution to Preparedness Authors: Stephen J. Sutherland (Centre for Applied Settlement and Integration Studies) and Hany Ibrahim (Ottawa, Ontario) 182.97 KB Chapter 13 - Exploring Career Development and Planning in Canada Authors: Natasha Carverley (Turtle Island Consulting Services Inc.), Suzanne Stewart (Ontario Institute for Studies in Eduction) and Blythe C. Shepard (University of Lethbridge) 235.43 KB Chapter 14 - Elementary to High School Authors: Blythe C. Shepard (University of Lethbridge) and Priya S. Mani (University of Manitoba) 238.11 KB Chapter 15 - The Practice of Postsecondary Career Development Authors: Jennifer Browne and Lisa Russell (Memorial University) 193.21 KB Chapter 16 - Lifelong Career Management Authors: Sandra Boyd and Kim Spurgeon (Knightsbridge) 261.37 KB Chapter 17 - Assessment in Career Guidance Authors: Jeffrey Landine and John Stewart (University of New Brunswick) 203.83 KB Chapter 18 - A Holistic and Narrative Method of Practice Author: Mark Franklin (CareerCycles) 314.28 KB Chapter 19 - Community Capacity Building as a Model for Career Development Planning Authors: Scott Fisher (City of Greater Sudbury, Ontario), Waylon Greggain (University of Toronto) and Blythe C. Shepard (University of Lethbridge) 162.93 KB Chapter 20 - Demonstrating the Value of Career Development Services Authors: Bryan Hiebert (University of Calgary, University of Victoria) and Kris Magnusson (Simon Fraser University) 786.80 KB Chapter 21 - The Professionalization of Career Development in Canada in the 21st Century Authors: Lynne Bezanson, Sareena Hopkins and Elaine O'Reilly (Canadian Career Development Foundation) 182.30 KB Chapter 22 - Canadian Perspectives on Career Development Practice in the 21st Century Authors: Natasha Caverley (Turtle Island Consulting Services Inc.), Seanna Qressette (Creating Intentional Change Inc.), Blythe C. Shepard (University of Lethbridge) and Priya S. Mani (University of Manitoba) 167.84 KB Appendices 263.79 KB   Deputy Minister Sharon Cameron, Department of Workforce and Advanced Learning with staff Brad Colwill. (CDAofPEI photo) Canada Career Month events have been happening across the province. To contribute in the celebration, Career Development Association of PEI Inc. recently held an interactive networking event at UPEI.
Deputy Minister Sharon Cameron of Workforce and Advanced Learning (WFAL) presented the department’s Strategic Plan, called Engaging Our Workforce for Today and into the Future – 2016-2019. The plan envisions a prosperous PEI where people want to live, learn, and work. “Our goal was to create a strategic plan that addresses the need to develop, attract and retain an educated, skilled and engaged workforce for a prosperous economy,” says the Deputy Minister. “This work is so very crucial to grow our economy in meaningful ways.” After the presentation, there was a question and answer period, as well as discussions around the reaction to the plan. The feedback generated will be submitted to WFAL for their review. Also, Kim Murphy and Lisa Chaisson, Co-Chairs gave an updated of the CDA of PEI activities. The next CDA of PEI committee meeting will be held Dec 1st, 2016 at The Royalty Centre at 1::30, room 212. If you would like to attend for the first time, email cdaofpei@gmail.com To view the Workforce and Advanced Learning strategic plan, visit http://www.gov.pe.ca/photos/original/WALStrategy2016.pdf  Shawnna Gaudet by Gloria Welton, The Employment Journey on PEI, November 2016 issue
In honour of the late Phyllis Pitre, former Chair of the Career Development Association of PEI Inc., a bursary has been established. At the age of 48, on November 21, 2011, Phyllis passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. She lived in Charlottetown and was formerly of Tignish Shore. The 2016 bursary was divided into three prizes of $500 each and distributed in September 2016. The award is for adult learners on PEI who are 30 years old or older who are working towards completing a post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree. Applicants must demonstrate Phyllis’ values of leadership, public speaking, volunteering, and life-long learning. The following is Shawnna Gaudet's story. Check out fellow winners Zahra Jahanmiri and Heather Watterson in separate posts. From Adult Education to LPN: her dreams are coming true Shawnna Gaudet from O’Leary started the adult education program at Holland College in 2013. She planned to earn the high school credits she needed to enter the Licensed Practical Nursing program at Holland College in Summerside. She is right on track with only a few months left before completing the two-year program. “I love the idea of a LPN job because there is lots of action, it requires compassion, it is challenging, and involves a lot of pressure. “I earned four high school credits in one year, and I encouraged my brother to complete his GED. We walked across the stage together to celebrate our achievements. Then I applied to the LPN program. The criteria to get into the program is very extensive, but I wanted to try anyways. I found out early on that I was accepted.” Now in her second year, Shawnna says her schedule is heavier than she would like. “If I did it again, I would definitely wait to start working until after finishing the program because it is hard to work, got to school, and be a mom.” She applied to the RCW government casual list to ensure that she could apply for work in her field as soon as she got her designation as an LPN. She did a RCW orientation that was six days over a span of three weeks and in college at the very same time. “My nine year old little girl needs me too, and it is challenging to give her my full attention with my hectic schedule.” This past summer, she worked five days a week in the Summer Student Nursing program through Health PEI at Margaret Stewart Ellis Home long-term care facility. Then she faced a new challenge. “I just finished the third clinical rotation at QEH Rehab unit. For three days a week over five weeks I woke up at 4:00 in the morning to drive from O’Leary to Charlottetown. I am working a very hard schedule right now, but I can see the end in sight, with graduation and hopefully a job right around the corner.” Career Development Services staff Dean Getson let her know about the bursary and he wrote a letter of reference for her. “I am doing the hard work for my daughter, my partner, and myself. I never win anything, so I was thrilled to be awarded the bursary. I couldn’t believe the wonderful things Dean said about me.” She plans to use the bursary money to pay for the LPN national exam, which costs exactly $500. “Sometimes I wonder why I am putting myself in so much debt to get through school. But then I remember that it is an investment that will be worth it. I felt like giving up many times, but I would never do that – I just need to vent my frustrations. I look back at what I have been able to do, and that keeps me going. “I want to make a difference. I want to do something for my family and my community, and I want to help people. I am so easy-going, and can adapt to many situations. I love the idea of working in palliative care or senior long-term care. “Nurses are there when a baby is born and are there for people when they leave this world. It is a very special job. I love to hear peoples’ stories, encourage others, and be there for them.” Shawnna has as a big heart as Phyllis did. Phyllis wanted to give back and had a huge concern for people. Education was also very important to her and she used many opportunities to build her skills.  Heather Watterson by Gloria Welton, The Employment Journey on PEI, November 2016 issue
In honour of the late Phyllis Pitre, former Chair of the Career Development Association of PEI Inc., a bursary has been established. At the age of 48, on November 21, 2011, Phyllis passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. She lived in Charlottetown and was formerly of Tignish Shore. The 2016 bursary was divided into three prizes of $500 each and distributed in September 2016. The award is for adult learners on PEI who are 30 years old or older who are working towards completing a post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree. Applicants must demonstrate Phyllis’ values of leadership, public speaking, volunteering, and life-long learning. The following is Heather Watterson's story. Check out fellow winners Zahra Jahanmiri and Shawnna Gaudet in separate posts. Having finances to enter the second year of college was a game changer Heather Watterson is in the second year of the Computer Information Systems program at Holland College in Summerside. “Without the bursary and funding from SkillsPEI, I would not have been able to return to college this fall. The week before classes started, I got the calls that confirmed I would have enough money to return to school, and it was a game changer. “If I hadn’t come back, that lost time would have been hard to recover, because of the ever- changing world of technology. I love the program I am taking and I wish I would have entered it years ago.” For the last 15 years, Heather has worked in retail. “When I worked in retail, the computer systems become a frustration for me. I tried to do various functions, but the systems did not have the capability. I always thought I could fix those problems, and that sparked my interest in the field.” Heather is glad to return to the program and feels that the sky is limit. “The program is part of my plan to get into a new career. Summerside is my hometown and I would like to stay. I am originally from Nova Scotia and my son was born in Ontario. My mother is from PEI, and my parents moved here when my father retired from the navy. I moved here when my son was born because that is where the support is. “I have a Bachelor of Arts in history and political science, as well as a diploma in broadcast journalism from Ontario, but I felt my skills were outdated and I needed to return to post-secondary. I was working as manager of a retail store in Summerside, and when it closed I thought this is my chance to go back to school. “I went to Career Development Services for career direction. An IT occupation kept coming up. It is a perfect match for me. I love the challenges. This is a busy time, but when I get past the struggles and obstacles and the work, I can’t believe that I am accomplishing and learning so much. It is very rewarding.” Heather was always able to find work over the years but couldn’t seem to get ahead. “Even though I had full-time work, I was not earning enough to make a good living and have a good life. “My son will be 22 in November. He looks at what I have done and is proud of his mom. I didn’t give up, and I had the determination, even though I didn’t know exactly where I was going. I realized that no one was going to do it for me, so I have to do this myself.” Phyllis and Heather have so much in common - creative, family oriented, and an inspiration to her family.  Zahra Jahanmiri by Gloria Welton, The Employment Journey on PEI, November 2016 issue
In honour of the late Phyllis Pitre, former Chair of the Career Development Association of PEI Inc., a bursary has been established. At the age of 48, on November 21, 2011, Phyllis passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. She lived in Charlottetown and was formerly of Tignish Shore. The 2016 bursary was divided into three prizes of $500 each and distributed in September 2016. The award is for adult learners on PEI who are 30 years old or older who are working towards completing a post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree. Applicants must demonstrate Phyllis Pitre’s values of leadership, public speaking, volunteering, and life-long learning. The following is Zahra Jahanmiri's story. Check out fellow winners Heather Watterson and Shawnna Gaudet in separate posts. Working to build a career on PEI includes post-secondary education Zahra Jahanmiri arrived on PEI from Iran in 2009 with her husband and two children, who are now 14 and 9. “We would like to stay here and build our careers,” says Zahra. “Our children are happy here.” In Iran, her job was with the municipality of Tehran, the capital city. For 13 years, she worked in establishing and maintaining green space, which is related to her background in botany. Before looking for work on PEI, Zahra improved her English skills by attending Study Aboard Canada PEI Language Institute. “I made a lot of friends there, and gained great information for my new life,” says Zahra. “After one and a half years, I started to look for work. I realized my background only fitted into limited opportunities, and I needed to refresh and expand my knowledge. I considered going to UPEI but realized I needed a more hands-on education to improve my chances of getting work. Attending college was my choice to find a good job to help support myself and my family.” She completed the Environmental Applied Science Technology program at Holland College. “I enjoyed my two years at school, but when looking for work I realized that companies were hiring people with bioscience training and education. It was not easy to think about going back to college again, but I could only find part-time work. I decided to enroll in the Bioscience Technology program, and I will graduate in 2017. I am looking for a job that will be using many of my skills and education. “My husband really helps me to find my way and encourages me. He is an engineer now working in Ontario after short-term employment on PEI.” For Zahra to be able to continue to pay for her studies, he commutes from PEI to his job in Ontario. “He would love to work here. We are tired of bigger cities. When we came to PEI we were amazed at its beauty. We want a simple, safe, and healthy life here. We believe when you make a decision you have a commitment to it, and that helps with the transition right now. “His role as a dad and a husband is very important for our family. We know it would be better if he came back to PEI to work, and he continues to look for a job here.” She tried working part-time while in the college program, but couldn’t continue because the program is so intense. “PEI Newcomers to Canada Association staff told me about the bursary. The money will help me and my family, and I appreciate it so much. The meaning is very precious to me and we are very thankful. “We know there are good jobs on PEI, but it is a journey to connect to the right employers. We are trying so hard to do all that we can.” Phyllis loved to help people as they worked through their career plans, and she offered hope to many people in her years as a career counsellor. Who has a busy schedule? So many great events being held this month right across the Island. Have a peek at The Employment Journey's Calendar to see what is going on in your neck of the woods. With so much scheduled on Sept 28 we decided to not compete with everyone and remove our event from the calendar - Check out all the amazing events on the horizon: If your organization has an event you would like promoted you can get in touch with Carron cdaofpei@gmail.com and she will help get the word out.
Check out our latest email that was sent out...some great PD coming up in November - aka Canada Career Month! Are you getting our emails?
Yesterday we sent an email all about Canada Career Month. Click HERE to see it. Essentially, November our month to put the spotlight on Career Development. The CDA will be holding events leading up to and during Canada Career Month but your organization can get involved too! Yes, we hope you attend our events but perhaps just as important is holding your own event! Each week has a focus that will help you plan events, activities and workshops: Week 1-- Individuals and their community: What are individuals in your community doing to help Canadians find meaningful work? Week 2-- Employers of all sizes: How can you engage employers to get involved and be part of this national discussion? Week 3 -- Education from K-12 to Postsecondary: What are your schools, communities and employers doing to help youth with career planning? Week 4 -- Government and agencies: What can governments, at all levels, do to ensure meaningful work for all Canadians? Suggested Activities • Host an event - a job fair, networking session, workshop, or trade show • Add a panel or keynote to your AGM or conference programming • Take part in local media appearances • Devote a PD Day to Career Development within your organization • Write an article on career management in your newsletter or blog • Post a video with your stories about what’s happening in your community for Canada Career Month The CDA of PEI is more than happy to promote your event and help wherever possible. Contact Carron cdaofpei@gmail.com for more information. Have you had a meeting with Carron yet?
She has been busy meeting with our members and soon to be members all in the name of supporting the CDA of PEI membership. Here's a bit of background: Last year at our annual conference (over 120 in attendance!) it became crystal clear that our membership wants to have more networking opportunities. We polled the audience and here's what they told us: www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/aligning-millennial-skills-jobs
“We are pleased to receive this federal and provincial support which will enable us to introduce Gradpeek as the go-to platform for growing small and medium-sized businesses to make their next great hire. Our marketing plan will better position us to inform students and recent graduates that this service is available to them which will hopefully in turn reduce youth unemployment and underemployment.” Amber James, Co-founder Gradpeek Inc. Way to go, Amber!  We all know how fast a PEI summer can be....July 30 is the deadline for applications for the Phyllis Pitre Bursary for Adult Learners. We have made a small change to the application process to ensure there are no unnecessary barriers and our process is as easy as possible. Applications may be completed online or dropped off at any PEI Council of People with Disabilities (attention Nancymarie Arsenault). You can drop off your application in Summerside, Montague and Charlottetown. Click HERE for locations. Our bursary is our way of honouring the memory of Phyllis the best way we know how - to encourage and support life long learning and the desire to grow.
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