Issue 33 - November 2017 Subscribe to our newsletter

Serving Our Country: From Military Service to Civilian Employment

For two years, Canada’s top employers caught a glimpse of their reliability, discipline, quick-thinking, and quick-learning abilities, and exceptional communication and time management skills. From analysts to consultants, coordinators to specialists, Reservists worked in human resources, operations, finance, communications, and recruitment for our country’s top employers, including Scotiabank, Bell, TD, and Accenture. These paid, entry-level, work-integrated learning opportunities provided those who serve our country with the opportunity to integrate into the civilian workforce and hold their Reservist status. A one-of-a-kind program designed for one-of-a-kind talent, to serve those who serve us. “Members of CAF represent a highly skilled talent pool, and this program gives them an ideal opportunity to start working in their field,” said Jay Yakabowich, Career Edge Senior Vice-President and former CAF Reservist, during the program launch two years ago. Continue reading...

Success Story: Shaunelle Valley

“ I’ve never even visited the country.” Shaunelle Valley is quickly learning how to integrate into Canadian life. Her process began before her landing. With roots in Trinidad and Tobago, as well as the U.K., the self-described “true newcomer” didn’t make plans to look for a job – she already had one. “From the very beginning, the Career Edge experience was different because it was incredibly practical in its application – completely centered around my integration into the Canadian workplace as opposed to theoretical challenges. The enrollment interview stage was proof of the very real way in which [Career Edge] prepares you for an employment opportunity,” said Shaunelle. David Harding, Vice-President and CEO of Raz Design, said, “After Career Edge sent Shaunelle’s videos to us, all we needed was a Skype meeting. It was a very good process.” Continue reading...

Hire 150 Interns Challenge #Canada150interns

We're challenging employers to rally behind their respective Canadian industry to  hire 150 interns  through Career Edge in 2017. Career Edge has helped thousands of Canadians successfully join the workforce, but we know we can do more. With your leadership and our expertise, we can lay the foundation for Canada’s future workforce, together.  Accept the challenge.

" Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile. ” - Albert Einstein