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• Learning Lab Workshop - The Art of Dialogue: Harnessing Discussion as a Facilitation Tool

  • When
    22/04/2025
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Meeting (Eastern Time)
  • Spaces left
    43

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  Unlock the transformative power of discussion to foster deeper connection, meaningful insight, and lasting growth.

  This dynamic 90-minute workshop explores how structured and intentional dialogue can be a catalyst for learning, coaching, and counseling. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how to facilitate discussions that encourage critical thinking, active engagement, and authentic exchanges.

  Through interactive exercises and real-world applications, this session will cover:

  • The principles of effective discussion facilitation
  • Techniques for guiding conversations to maximize impact
  • Strategies to foster psychological safety and encourage participation
  • Common pitfalls in dialogue-based facilitation and how to navigate them
  • Methods to adapt discussion approaches for diverse audiences and objectives

  Whether you’re an trainer, coach, or facilitator, this workshop will equip you with practical tools to create spaces where dialogue becomes a powerful vehicle for insight, empowerment, and transformation.

  
  Expert Speaker

  Gabrielle LeClair is a master-certified career strategist with more than 15 years of industry experience. Owner and principal consultant of GDL Consulting, Gabrielle built a successful boutique firm, specializing in the intersection where adult education and career development meet. Bringing a background in Learning and Development, Human Resources, and Business Management she has developed programs that empower learners to excel.

  As CPC's past certification chair and standards manager, Gabrielle’s stewarded CPC’s popular professional development programming, as well as strong member and learner standards.  She has been key contributor to programs developed by CPC. An active member of CPC since 2011, she continues to volunteer with numerous teams and committees, contributing to projects and initiatives that facilitate connection, collaboration, and comradery among CPC members, nation-wide

  
  

  All registered participants will have unlimited access to view the video recording in the CPC Training Hub following the workshop.

  ***All attendees will receive a certificate of completion after the session.***

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• New Entrepreneurs SIG Panel - Tools for Starting Out

  • When
    28/04/2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Meeting (Eastern Time)
  • Spaces left
    15

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  Are you a new entrepreneur launching an independent career practice?

  Our CPC Special Interest Group (SIG) Panel is here to support you on your journey!

  Who Can Participate?

  CPC Members in good standing.

  April Session Format and Theme:

  This panel-style session, facilitated by Felisha Ali, brings together seasoned entrepreneurs who will share their experiences and lessons learned from building their own successful career development practices. Each panelist will introduce themselves, their business, and the journey that led them to where they are today.

  Meet the Panelists:

  • Adrienne Tom
  • Kamee Gilmour

  As a participant, you'll gain insight into the real-world challenges and successes of running an independent career service business. The panelists will address questions, providing their perspectives on navigating the entrepreneurial landscape in this field. This interactive format is designed to create an open dialogue where you can hear different viewpoints, learn from experts, and engage with peers.

  Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your business approach, this session offers a unique opportunity to connect with and learn from those who’ve been in your shoes.

  What Can You Expect?

  • Sessions are virtual and take place via Zoom.  

  
  

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• Professional Development Team Meeting

  • When
    05/05/2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Meeting
  • Registered
    7 registrants

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  This meeting is open only to members of CPC's Professional Development  Team. 

  At these meetings, we'll come together as a group to share ideas, best practices, and suggestions related to the tele-networking program, with the goal of maintaining and enhancing the popularity of our events.  

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• Members Matter Webinar: Turning Passion into Profession – A Guide for Career Development Professionals

  • When
    06/05/2025
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Meeting (Eastern Time)

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  In this engaging and practical webinar, career development professionals will explore strategies to help clients transform their passions into sustainable careers. Participants will learn how to guide individuals in identifying their strengths, leveraging transferable skills, and navigating the job market to align their work with their interests.

  The session will cover key topics such as passion-driven career exploration, assessing feasibility and market demand, building a personal brand, and overcoming common challenges like imposter syndrome and career transitions. Attendees will also gain insights into supporting clients in exploring entrepreneurial opportunities and alternative career pathways.

  
  

  Expert Presenter

  

  Seema Dutta is an accomplished career coach & mentor and corporate relations professional with 20+ years of global experience. Placing young talents in the industries for jobs and internships is her forte.

  Her experience and passion for enhancing the young minds to develop on their skills to achieve success in their career and become self-reliant made her a certified career mentor, coach and soft skill trainer. She loves aiding young talents with job opportunities in different companies.

  She believes having a positive attitude, focused mind, open to learning, and being generous are the key points towards success.

  Working in the education sector for more than two decades, she has impacted more than 1000 lives by mentoring and made them financially independent by providing jobs to young talents.

  She is also an Amazon’s Bestselling author of the book- “Unleash Your True Potential: Real People Real Stories”.

  
  

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• Learning Lab Workshop - Empowering Growth: Facilitating Adult Learning

  • When
    20/05/2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Meeting (Eastern Time)
  • Spaces left
    59

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  Unlock the power of adult learning by mastering facilitation techniques that foster trust, engagement, and meaningful transformation.

  This interactive 90-minute workshop delves into the core principles of adult education, equipping participants with the skills to create dynamic, supportive, and learner-centered environments. By understanding the unique needs, motivations, and challenges of adult learners, facilitators can design experiences that promote deeper understanding, retention, and real-world application.

  Key topics covered in this session include:

  • The foundations of adult learning theory and how they apply to facilitation
  • Techniques for building trust and psychological safety in learning spaces
  • Strategies for fostering engagement, motivation, and active participation
  • The role of facilitator as guide, mentor, and collaborator
  • Methods for adapting facilitation styles to diverse learning preferences
  • Approaches for managing group dynamics and overcoming common learning barriers

  Through discussion, reflection, and hands-on exercises, participants will gain practical tools to create empowering educational experiences where adult learners thrive. Whether you're a trainer, educator, mentor, or leader, this workshop will provide you with actionable insights to cultivate growth, confidence, and lasting learning outcomes.

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  Expert Speaker

  Gabrielle LeClair is a master-certified career strategist with more than 15 years of industry experience. Owner and principal consultant of GDL Consulting, Gabrielle built a successful boutique firm, specializing in the intersection where adult education and career development meet. Bringing a background in Learning and Development, Human Resources, and Business Management she has developed programs that empower learners to excel.

  As CPC's past certification chair and standards manager, Gabrielle’s stewarded CPC’s popular professional development programming, as well as strong member and learner standards.  She has been key contributor to programs developed by CPC. An active member of CPC since 2011, she continues to volunteer with numerous teams and committees, contributing to projects and initiatives that facilitate connection, collaboration, and comradery among CPC members, nation-wide

  
  

  All registered participants will have unlimited access to view the video recording in the CPC Training Hub following the workshop.

  ***All attendees will receive a certificate of completion after the session.***

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• CPC Member Welcome Wagon

  • When
    27/05/2025
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Meeting (Eastern Time)
  • Registered
    4 registrants

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  Are you new to Career Professionals of Canada? Would you like network with members? Want to learn more about all your member benefits? This session's for you.

  This free session welcomes you into the CPC community, and helps you connect with our many programs, initiatives, and resources. Learn about all the benefits that your CPC membership provides, including the savings you’ll enjoy, the community you’ll meet, the exposure you’ll gain, and the new skills and tools you’ll acquire.

  These sessions are conducted via Zoom Meeting. Joining is as simple as clicking on the link provided in your registration email. If you prefer, you can join us by conference call on a phone line instead. The choice is yours!

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• Résumé Writers SIG Panel - The Use of AI in Résumé and Cover Letter Development

  • When
    28/05/2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Meeting (Eastern Time)
  • Spaces left
    25
  • Registered
    25 registrants

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  Do you offer résumé writing services as part of your private practice?

  If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join us for our May session where we will be discussing using AI in résumé and cover letter development. With the rapid growth of the use of AI technology, this is something you won't want to miss!

  Meet the Papalists

  • Diana Foster
  • Karuna Dhawan

  Who Can Participate?

  Our Résumé writers SIG panel is open to all CPC members currently working in the résumé writing field.

  As a participant, you'll gain insight into the real-world challenges and successes of running an independent career service business. The panelists will address questions, providing their perspectives on navigating the entrepreneurial landscape in this field. This interactive format is designed to create an open dialogue where you can hear different viewpoints, learn from experts, and engage with peers.

  Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your business approach, this session offers a unique opportunity to connect with and learn from those who’ve been in your shoes.

  What Can You Expect?

  • Sessions are virtual and take place via Zoom
  • There are two one-hour panel sessions held per year
  • Sessions are recorded and can be accessed for those résumé writers who were unable to attend or would like to revisit the topics covered in each session

  
  
  

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• CPC Communications Team Meeting

  • When
    17/06/2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Meeting
  • Registered
    Be the first

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  This meeting is open only to the team lead and volunteer members of CPC's Communications Team.

  The purpose of the meeting is to come together as a group and share our ideas, suggestions, and best practices as they relate to writing attention-getting content for the CPC website and Career Connections e-newsletter.

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• Academic SIG Panel - The Experience of the Foreign Student

  • When
    23/06/2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Meeting (Eastern Time)
  • Spaces left
    47
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  Are you a secondary or post-secondary career advisor working in the academic and educational sector?

  If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our CPC Special Interest Group (SIG) is dedicated to providing the support and resources you need to excel in your role.

  Join us at our next session with special guest Daniel Dorogi, Assistant Teaching Professor of Sociology- Thompson Rivers University, Registered Clinical Counsellor where we will be discussing how is the world of work evolving, and how can we prepare young people for what is coming.

  Who Can Participate?

  This SIG is exclusively designed for career professionals working in secondary and post-secondary educational settings. To ensure the integrity and focus of the group, applicants are required to complete a short questionnaire outlining how they match this criterion.

  Participants will collaborate and share ideas, resources, best practices, and labour market trends as they relate to learners in the academic and educational sectors.

  You must also be an active CPC member at the time of each session. If you feel this group is not a good fit for you, please check our CPC Events schedule for other SIGs and events. 

  What Can You Expect?

  • Sessions are virtual and take place via Zoom.  
  • There are three sessions held per year. Please register for each session individually. 
  • Sessions are confidential and are not recorded, creating a safe space for open and honest discussions.
  • As a group, you may decide to share key research findings in the CPC News Feed.

  DOWNLOAD THE HANDOUT and learn more about CPC Special Interest Groups (SIG).

  If you are not a member of CPC and would like to participate in an upcoming SIG, join our community of practice now!

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• Learning Lab Workshop - Neurodivergent Job Seekers: Practical Strategies for Career Success

  • When
    16/09/2025
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Meeting (Eastern Time)
  • Spaces left
    60

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  By the end of this workshop, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges neurodivergent individuals face in the workplace and walk away with actionable strategies to support them.

  Designed for career practitioners, this session provides tools to help neurodivergent (ND) job seekers not only navigate their career development journey but also manage sensory overload, ensuring they feel safe and ABLE in their current and future work environments.

  Key focus areas include:

  • Career exploration, self-awareness strategies, and coaching
  • Labor market insights through an accessibility lens
  • Identifying and overcoming employment barriers
  • Building self-confidence and self-advocacy skills
  • Understanding the difference between "fitting in" and true belonging
  • Establishing routines and managing transitions
  • Executive dysfunction and emotional regulation
  • Addressing workplace challenges for neurodivergent individual

  Through discussion, reflection, and hands-on exercises, participants will gain practical tools to create empowering educational experiences where adult learners thrive. Whether you're a trainer, educator, mentor, or leader, this workshop will provide you with actionable insights to cultivate growth, confidence, and lasting learning outcomes.

  Workshop Outline:

  1. Understanding Neurodivergence in Employment
  2. Coaching Strategies for ND Clients
  3. Supporting ND Clients in Job Applications and Interviews
  4. Navigating Disclosure & Accommodations (Reframing)
  5. Overcoming Workplace Barriers & Ensuring Long-Term Success

  This engaging and insightful workshop equips career professionals with the knowledge and tools to make a lasting impact in the lives of neurodivergent job seekers.

  
  Expert Speaker

  Maggie Jiang  is a passionate advocate for dyslexia and neurodiversity, with extensive experience in workplace inclusion, education, and policy development. She specializes in helping organizations recognize the strengths of neurodivergent individuals and integrate them in ways that maximize their potential.

  She launched the first neurodivergent talk at Health Canada, fostering awareness and dialogue on supporting and leveraging neurodivergent talent. As a board member of the International Strength Network, she collaborates with global experts who have consulted for organizations such as GCHQ and Disney, contributing to conversations on neurodivergence in the workforce.

  As the founder of Cogent, she provides strategic consulting, tailored training, and assessment tools to help HR professionals and executives identify and retain neurodivergent talent. Since 2016, she has been delivering presentations that shift perspectives from accommodation to strategic advantage, drawing from research such as Unlocking the Dyslexia Advantage and In the Mind’s Eye, as well as statistics from Yale University’s Dyslexia Research Center

  Her work extends beyond advocacy; she has actively supported families and students in China, impacting over 100,000 families through initiatives focused on dyslexia identification and support. With a blend of research, real-world application, and business strategy, she ensures that neurodivergent individuals are placed in roles where they can thrive

  She firmly believes that neurodivergence is an asset, not a limitation, and is dedicated to helping businesses, governments, and institutions recognize and embrace this reality

  
  

  All registered participants will have unlimited access to view the video recording in the CPC Training Hub following the workshop.

  ***All attendees will receive a certificate of completion after the session.***

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• CPC Member Welcome Wagon

  • When
    07/10/2025
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Meeting (Eastern Time)
  • Registered
    Be the first

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  Are you new to Career Professionals of Canada? Would you like network with members? Want to learn more about all your member benefits? This session's for you.

  This free session welcomes you into the CPC community, and helps you connect with our many programs, initiatives, and resources. Learn about all the benefits that your CPC membership provides, including the savings you’ll enjoy, the community you’ll meet, the exposure you’ll gain, and the new skills and tools you’ll acquire.

  These sessions are conducted via Zoom Meeting. Joining is as simple as clicking on the link provided in your registration email. If you prefer, you can join us by conference call on a phone line instead. The choice is yours!

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