“Do what you love, and the money will come”: it’s a positive affirmation for creative people everywhere, and Shaw-han Liem is proof that it’s true. Of course, in his case it didn’t hurt that the result of his work was […]
During my university years, I often envied friends in career-oriented programs such as law or physiotherapy—they had a goal in sight, a clear direction to move in. Their proverbial finish line was both graduation and the start of a career, […]
Imagine a world where your classroom overlooks the ocean and your walk to campus is on sand, not concrete. Imagine working toward your degree while you work on your tan. The Caribbean provides numerous opportunities for Canadian students looking for […]
Lindsay Goetz has always been active. Whether participating in dance, soccer, field hockey, volleyball, swimming or CrossFit, she is always on the move, and applies this enthusiasm to her career in the health and fitness industry. She completed the recreation […]
If small and medium-sized oil and gas companies aren’t already on your job watch list, they should be. In such a broad industry, the career possibilities arevirtually endless. Jobs vary in their scope, locationand required education—there’s something for everyone! Whether […]
Wondering how to raise your profile within the business community, and access SME employers in your area? Look no further than your local chamber of commerce. With plenty of networking events and student programs available, young people can take advantage […]
The dreaded “R” word: it was on everyone’s lips not so long ago, and now it’s scarcely uttered. The recession of 2008 hit hard all over the world, and forced companies of all sizes to change the way they operate. […]
Variety is the spice of life, and science students looking for an interesting career path may find more excitement in small businesses. In many fields, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) offer more opportunities than larger companies for graduates entering the […]
So what does it take to brave the North? Is it a certain personality type? Maybe a particular astrological sign? One thing is certain: not everyone is up for the challenge of transporting their lives to another city, never mind […]
Networking, in the employment sense of the word, can be a tiresome task. It’s most often an obligation, not something you really want to do. The word evokes images of meaningless small talk, stiffly formal handshakes and business card exchanges. […]
The true North strong and free”: it’s an evocative line in our national anthem, one that calls to mind images of glaciers, tundra and polar bears. But the reality of life in Yellowknife and Whitehorse, the two most populated cities […]
Are you familiar with the concept of leadership? Though it has become a popular word in the world of work, a little caution is in order: the term is not only widely used, but frequently overused or even misused. Do […]
Is winter the time to think about your summer job? Yes! For most of you, the summer job is your main source of income; not only does it pay for your living expenses and social life, but it also helps […]
Canada’s North: a land of ice and snow that is fertile with culture, art and opportunity. The northern territories represent a huge portion of the country’s landmass, yet are home to very little of its population. Even so, the art […]
A career in finance means working at a traditional retail bank, right? Well, yes, it could. But it could also mean so much more than that! There are countless exciting, challenging and rewarding careers in the financial world, including the […]