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Career Professionals of Canada is the national association for career practitioners.
We are a member-run, volunteer-driven social enterprise.
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Career Professionals of Canada is a uniquely Canadian not-for-profit association. We are the leading member-run, volunteer-driven social enterprise in Canada. Our members support clients in all provinces and territories, from coast to coast to coast. CPC members:

  • Help people successfully navigate work, learning, and life transitions.
  • Are coaches, counsellors, educators, consultants, coordinators, specialists, writers, administrators, managers, and executives.
  • Work in universities and colleges, government organizations, non-profit services, and private sector businesses.
  • Guide clients in career development, work-life coaching, interview coaching, employment consulting, and résumé writing.

If you strive to help people through their career journey, we invite you to join us. We are an inclusive national association for aspiring and expert career professionals. No matter what experience or education you hold, you have a home with us. Join us now:

By joining Career Professionals of Canada you are making an investment in your personal and professional development. You'll increase your connections, enhance your expertise, and raise your visibility. We'll help you gain contacts, credibility, and credentials in our profession.

We're working together for your career success!

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Career Professionals of Canada News Feed

Rising Unemployment as Job Growth Slows in Canada

The recent RBC report highlights a concerning trend in Canada’s labour market: job creation is lagging behind the rapid growth of the labour force, leading to a projected unemployment rate increase to 6.7% in November from 6.5% in October. This disparity underscores the challenges of sustaining employment levels amid swift…

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BIG NEWS – CPC Certifications

We’re excited to share that we’ve made significant updates to our certification process for 2025. These changes are designed to provide more options and flexibility on your path to certification, making it easier to achieve your professional goals and advance your career. Watch the video below for all the details…

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Top Five Salary Trends in Canada for 2025 – Randstad Canada

This article from inSauga highlights the top five salary trends anticipated in Canada for 2025, with a notable emphasis on diversity and inclusion management roles, which are expected to see a 12% salary increase, elevating senior positions to $123,200. This underscores the growing corporate commitment to fostering inclusive workplaces. Additionally,…

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Pent-up Dissatisfaction May Lead to a Significant Exodus of Talent

The article from HRD Canada highlights a concerning trend identified by Glassdoor’s lead economist, Daniel Zhao: a potential surge in “revenge quitting” as employees’ frustration over stalled careers reaches a tipping point. With 65% of surveyed employees feeling stuck, particularly in the tech and advertising sectors, and U.S. quit rates…

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PowerPoint for Career Development Professionals: Engaging Clients with Effective Visual Storytelling

– By: Ksenia Lazoukova and Lori A. Jazvac – In today’s fast-paced world, presentations have become an essential communication tool for career development professionals, whether you are pitching an idea to investors, training clients, or sharing insights with stakeholders. PowerPoint, often used as a go-to software for presentations, portfolios, and…

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Canada’s Unemployment Rate Unchanged in October 2024

Canada’s unemployment rate was unchanged in October at 6.5 per cent, while job growth was little changed from the previous month, Statistics Canada said on Friday. Read more.

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The Career Professional's Creed

A Declaration of our Code of Professional Conduct in Real-World Language

"I am proud to be part of a helping profession. In all interactions with clients and colleagues, I demonstrate unwavering ethics, integrity, and purposeful kindness. I consistently act with professionalism, practicing only within the boundaries of my qualifications. I seek out opportunities to learn and grow because my clients deserve leading-edge support. I embrace the values of diversity and inclusion, showing respect to all clients as I ensure their unique needs are met and their dignity is maintained. The members of my community of practice are my strongest allies and collaborators. Collectively, we nurture trusting and effective relationships with the individuals we are privileged to serve."

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