BC Career Development Association

🚀 Elevate Your Career Counseling Skills: Join Sonny Wong’s Pre-Conference Workshop! 🚀 We’re excited to announce that Sonny Wong, M.Ed., will be returning to present an exclusive pre-conference workshop on Deconstructing Clients’ Career Anxiety at the 2025 Career Development Symposium! 🌟 Workshop Details: 📅 Date: May 8, 2025 📍 Location: SFU Harbour Centre, Downtown Vancouver This full-day, in-person workshop will equip Career Development Professionals (CDPs) with practical tools and techniques to address career anxiety and enhance counseling skills. Learn how to transition from problem-focused to solution-driven counseling and help clients overcome career-related challenges—without engaging in mental health counseling. 💡 Why Attend? This workshop is designed to refine your approach to single counseling sessions and increase your ability to meet your clients' needs effectively. With limited space available, early booking is essential! Don’t miss this opportunity to gain essential skills for helping clients experience post-traumatic growth and overcome career anxiety. https://lnkd.in/gZjnF_mR #CareerDevelopment #BCCDA #Pre-Conferecne #CareerCounseling 🔗 Reserve Your Spot Now!

Looking to earn your CCDP certification? You still have time! If you've completed Ethics & Theories for Career Practitioners and have the required experience in providing career services, you can apply to gain your certification through BCCDA. The process involves an application with evidence of core competencies and specializations. The application deadline is approaching soon. For any questions, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]. https://lnkd.in/gVqEhhRy #CCDP #nationalcertification #BCCDA

An overwhelming number of people—91%, says one study—fail to keep their New Year’s resolutions. Still, a decent percentage of Americans continue to make one each year. But what if January 1 isn’t the best time to implement changes? What if we instead created a “winter arc” leading up to the new year instead? #resolution #careerchange

We are thrilled to introduce Efe Fruci, a TEDx speaker, career coach, and globally recognized confidence expert, as our keynote speaker for an inspiring session on career transitions! With over a decade of experience helping individuals from diverse backgrounds—including students, top executives, and entrepreneurs across Africa, Europe, and North America—Efe will share powerful strategies to unlock your confidence and navigate your career journey purposefully. In her session, "Unlocking Confidence and Success: Navigating Career Transitions with Purpose," Efe will guide attendees through the tools needed to build resilience, overcome obstacles, and create meaningful opportunities during times of change. Using insights from her background in positive psychology, coaching, and corporate consulting, Efe will provide practical strategies for defining your career path, standing out in competitive environments, and embracing new challenges. Efe’s passion for helping others extends beyond career coaching. She is a mental health activist, multilingual communicator, and author of Faith Over Fear. She recently broke the stigma around fertility in her TEDx talk, The Heartbeat of Infertility. Don't miss this opportunity to be empowered and inspired by Efe Fruci—a true leader in helping others unlock their potential and succeed with purpose! 📅 Join us for an impactful and transformative session! https://lnkd.in/gAR9eTjU #BCCDA #CDC2025 #May9 #Symposium #CareerDevelopment #Confidence #CareerTransitions #PositivePsychology #ProfessionalGrowth #EfeFruci

Is it time for a career change—or just a shift in perspective? In this insightful article, the author shares how many professionals who feel they need a career change often just need to adjust their mindset or refine their skills. Through two client examples, she provides valuable guidance for those facing similar dilemmas. Here are her 3 key recommendations for navigating these decisions: 1️⃣ Understand your context. 2️⃣ Stay flexible. 3️⃣ Make an informed decision. #CareerDevelopment #CareerChange #SkillsDevelopment #JobAdvice #CareerGrowth

🌟 Meet Dr. Roslyn Kunin ! 🌟 We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Roslyn Kunin, a renowned economist and recipient of the Order of Canada, as one of our symposium speakers! With decades of experience in making complex economic concepts accessible, Dr. Kunin will be sharing her insights on the future of work and its profound impact on career development. In her session, Navigating the Future of Work: Economic Insights for Career Development, Dr. Kunin will explore key economic trends, shifting labor markets, and the critical role career professionals play in guiding individuals and organizations through these changes. 🌍 Why Attend? Gain actionable insights into the global economy and its effect on career strategies. Learn how to align career development with the evolving economic landscape. Take away practical strategies for guiding clients through uncertain times. Dr. Kunin's impressive career spans academia, government, and industry, including roles as a Regional Economist for the federal government, Chair of the Vancouver Stock Exchange, and Board member for Michael Smith Foundation and Haida Enterprise Corporation. She has been recognized for her exceptional contributions to economics and leadership, earning numerous prestigious awards. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of Canada's most influential economic voices. Prepare to be inspired and informed as Dr. Kunin brings clarity to the future of work! https://lnkd.in/gAR9eTjU 📅 Save the Date! #CDC2025 #May9 #BCCDASymposium #CareerDevelopment #Economics #FutureOfWork

The National Certification Program has launched today! 🎉 Congratulations to the group of professionals across the country who made this possible, and to the career development sector as a whole. This is a monumental step forward for the sector and a well-deserved acknowledgment of all the great work CDPs do. 🌟 https://lnkd.in/g__gYtWM #CCDP #careerdevelopment #somuchmorethantalkingaboutjobs

🌟 We're Excited to Announce Melanie Mark (Hli Haykwhl Ẃii Xsgaak) as our Keynote Speaker! 🌟 Melanie is a trailblazing Indigenous leader, former politician, and advocate for social change. With nearly 30 years of experience advocating for society’s most vulnerable, Melanie’s journey embodies the power of resilience, leadership, and unwavering determination. In her keynote session, "Paddling Together: Building Resilience and Driving Change in Your Career Journey," Melanie will share her powerful story of overcoming adversity—rising from grassroots efforts to becoming an elected official. Her "10 R’s Framework" will challenge us to rethink how we approach professional growth and development, inspiring us to become allies and unapologetic agents for change. Melanie’s insights are grounded in her lived experience as an urban Indigenous matriarch. She brings humor, honesty, and a deep commitment to uplifting others. Whether you’re just starting in your career or seeking a meaningful shift, Melanie’s "Paddling Together" philosophy will inspire you to embrace the journey of career growth while fostering collective success. This is an incredible opportunity to learn from a leader who has paved the way for positive change in both her career and the communities she’s served. Join us for an inspiring and transformative session with Melanie Mark—a true champion of resilience, growth, and community-driven success. 📅 Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired! #CDC2025 #May9 #BCCDASymposium #CareerDevelopment #Leadership #Resilience #IndigenousLeadership https://lnkd.in/gAR9eTjU

Canada’s labour market continues to struggle with rising unemployment and a cooling hiring environment, according to a recent report from the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC). Employment in Canada is projected to have increased by just 10,000 jobs in November, while the unemployment rate is expected to climb to 6.7 per cent, up from 6.5 per cent in October, according to the report. #fridayread #labourmarket

Unveiling Western Canada's Career Development Conference 2025! We’re thrilled to announce the 2025 Career Development Conference (CDC), celebrating 28 years as one of the region's most influential events for career development professionals! This year, we're diving into the theme: "Breaking Through Limiting Beliefs, Yet Again." Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting your career journey, this conference offers invaluable tools to overcome self-imposed barriers and continue evolving both professionally and personally. 💡 Join us for a day filled with insights, inspiration, and practical strategies for growth. This conference is about continuous self-renewal and pushing past limits, again and again—because that’s the key to real, lasting progress. 🌟 Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to engage with thought leaders, learn new strategies, and empower yourself and your clients to reach new heights. Save the date and get ready to break through! https://www.bccda-cdc.org/ #BCCDA #CareerDevelopment #WesternCanada #CDC2025