Career Options



Stepping up to the plate

With new managers being promoted faster and younger, it’s up to HR to make sure high-potential employees are moulded into heavy hitters.
2007, December

A passion for fashion

Behind the supermodels and brand name designers are the men and women who prefer the bottom line to the hemline.
2007, December

Teaching English across the Pacific

Do you want to travel? Do you want to make money? Would you like to do both of them at the same time?
2007, December

To plea or not to plea?

Litigators face a unique set of challenges, but thankfully for law students and practising lawyers who want to hone their skills, a number of resources are available to help them plead like a pro.
2007, November

The Dictator's Advocate

To bring the most heinous crimes to justice, the International Criminal Court needs world-calibre counsel. For 10 years, the International Criminal Defence Attorneys Association has been on the case.
2007, November

Train to be in demand

"What kind of job can I choose? What are the hottest jobs? Will there be a good future in the industry?"
2007, November

Engineers in a strange land

When foreign engineers come to ply their trade in Québec, some of our customs may surprise them. What to expect when you’re not in Kansas (or Kinshasa) anymore.
2007, November

Quest to impress

Receiving your diploma isn’t the end of the journey. So why do so many students think they can put less effort into their job search than they did in their studies?
2007, November

Accounting Ambassadors

Want a job that lets you see the world? No need to join the navy: accounting skills are a hot commodity anywhere business and bureaucracies are found.
2007, November

In a ledger of their own

Find out how three dynamic Quebeckers leveraged their accounting degrees to get the job of their dreams.
2007, November

Walking with dinosaurs

If a museum is like a massive book that tells epic historical tales, then curators are the engaging storytellers who bring those stories to life.
2007, October

Could you have a career in consulting?

Most people have no difficulty noticing problems in their workplace.
2007, October

Consultants leverage expertise, passions

Whether you're an expert in your field and want to be your own boss, consulting can be an attractive option.
2007, October

Skilled newcomers access the trades

NecTAR provides information and services to internationally- trained individuals seeking apprenticeships or skilled trades jobs.
2007, October

Female contractor ain't 'workin' for the man' no more

Among the growing number of women taking advantage of the abundant career opportunities in the trades is Linda Johnstone.
2007, October

'Tis the season to go job hunting

It's not unusual for stores to start stocking seasonal items weeks, if not months, before the actual event or season is upon us.
2007, September

Kudos for truck heroes

As National Trucking Week unfolds, it's a good time to reflect on the significant contributions truck drivers make to the Canadian economy.
2007, September

Long and short of advertising media sales

Somewhere in close proximity to this article is an advertisement -- guaranteed. It didn't get there by accident, but by design.
2007, September

What's hot, what's not

The federal government's 10-year labour market forecast will predict what jobs will be in demand and which will be in decline over the next decade.
2007, August

Aerospace companies look for workers

Fuelled by growing global demand for aircraft, Quebec's thriving aerospace industry is being forced to pull out all stops to attract a limited supply of skilled workers.
2007, August

For safety's sake

New legislation for the province's private security industry will standardize the growing sector.
2007, August

One-week job hunter spins

Sean Aiken will be adding radio DJ to a long and growing list of jobs on his resume this week.
2007, August

Companies welcome returning mothers

Gina Thoma is taking a year off work to raise a family, but she’s still playing the corporate game.
2007, August

Having it all

Every now and then a book or study fuels the "Mommy Wars," the intense debate over whether moms should stay home with the kids or work.
2007, August

Where the hot jobs are

Federal government forecasters predict the economy will create 1.9 million new jobs over the next decade.
2007, August

More than just a filmmaker

In November 1996, Howard Rosen found himself enjoying a "somebody pinch me" career high.
2007, August

One-week job hunter wets his whistle

In the last six months, Sean Aiken has embarked on more jobs than most people can expect to have in a lifetime.
2007, July

The business of sports

If the success of Toronto FC -- and the faith of Maple Leaf diehards -- isn't evidence that this city is sports-mad, then it's hard to know what is.
2007, July

From corporate to classroom

Calgarian Simon Rose is a long way from his native Derbyshire and a long way from his corporate career in advertising and marketing.
2007, July

One of the boys

Maureen Holloway loves to laugh. It's infectious. Try sitting across from the sweet voice of The Last Word, Q107's morning gabfest.
2007, July

Customer service has great rewards

Outgoing and energetic, Lorie Keith landed her first job at 13, working part time through high school at a fast-food restaurant.
2007, July

A career as a wedding planner

In our busy society many couples turn to a professional wedding planner to ensure their wedding is as stress free as possible.
2007, June

Debbie Travis searches for talent

In her newest TV design drama, "From the Ground Up with Debbie Travis Season 2," Travis is on the hunt for a new chief designer.
2007, June

IT professionals in demand

A recent survey says the current demand for IT professionals has surpassed the Y2K demand for the first time and continues to rise.
2007, June

Videogame firm expands to Toronto

The head of a London video games company says he's been forced to open an office near Toronto because he can't find enough help in this area.
2007, June

Government changes its mind on funding some summer jobs

Museums and national historic sites will be getting government money to hire summer students after all, but not the amounts they had been used to.
2007, May

Student job centre opens

For students in need of a job, the Service Canada Centre for Youth has opened in London, Ont. There are about 300 of these centres across Canada.
2007, May

Job trends: What's hot

Demand for accounting, finance, IT, engineering and health-care professionals will continue to dominate this year's want ads.
2007, May

Explore your career options with a summer job

It's that time of the year when many students are either in the process of looking for a summer job, or they've already landed one.
2007, May

Financial professionals gain critical edge

Accessible Community Counselling and Employment Services provides specialized training for internationally trained finance professionals.
2007, May

Summer student jobs lose subsidies

Changes to a federal program that subsidizes summer student hiring means some London-area museums and libraries are in the lurch.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Archaeologist

If you have always dreamed of unraveling the mysteries of the past, archaeology may be your dream career.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Etiquette Consultant

Would you love to tell people about their rude behavior? If you can do it politely, a career in etiquette consulting may be right for you.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Animal Trainer

Animal trainers get to appreciate the beauty and unconditional love of animals every day while teaching them to respond to commands.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Fashion Designer

As a fashion designer, you can use your sense of style to create fabulous clothing and accessories.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Dancer

Are you sure you could out-dance those contestants on Dancing with the Stars? Then let the music move you into this dynamic and dazzling career.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Interpreter/Translator

Interpreters and translators assist people who don’t speak the same language to understand each other.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Fine Artist

If you have the skill and imagination to create original works of art, you could have a dream career as a fine artist.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Personal Assistant

Personal assistants are the behind-the-scenes lifesavers who know how to get things done in a pinch, quickly making themselves indispensable.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Activist

As an activist you would work for a cause you believe in to make the world a better place socially, politically, or environmentally.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Chef

If people can’t get enough of your cooking, you may be suited to a career as a chef or personal chef.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Mystery Shopper

As a mystery shopper you will get paid to tell companies what you think about the service you received.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Sports Agent

Would you love to say “show me the money!” on behalf of professional athletes? That’s basically what you will do in a dream career as a sports agent.
2007, May

Dream Careers - Forensic Specialist

Forensics is not for the squeamish, but will definitely get your pulse racing as you help bring criminals to justice.
2007, May

Going for the Gold

The skilled trades and the youths worldwide who are its superstars will strut their stuff at the 39th WorldSkills Competition in Shizuoka, Japan.
2007, May

Student invention offers a step up for workplace safety

Stephen Niedojadlo, Jonathan (Kwok Kin) Ho, and Jonathan (Chin Hung) Lo won the award for inventing a stair-climbing delivery.
2007, May

Following his passion

While pursuing studies in astrophysics, Andrew Coholic looked forward to each summer when he would return home and work in his father’s wood shop.
2007, May

Careers in the ‘new frontier’ of medicine

As manager of food services at Bridgepoint Health, Karen Foster is responsible for creating a menu that meets the complex needs of patients.
2007, May

Blind hairdresser succeeds against all odds

Delia Martins trims, colours, sculpts, does highlights and perms for a large base of very happy customers -- all without being able to see.
2007, May

The new frontier of health care

As a speech language pathologist at Bridgepoint Health, Robbyn Draimin is working in the new frontier of medicine.
2007, May

Learn about a career with information interviews

If you’re interested in breaking into a new career, chances are someone has suggested you go on "information interviews."
2007, May

What's your dream career?

If you're dissatisfied with your work but aren't sure what you'd like to do for a living, look at what you enjoy doing in your time off.
2007, May

Seven careers for critics

One way to become known as a difficult person is to tell people what they’re doing wrong. However, that’s only if your feedback isn’t wanted.
2007, May

Extreme commute

Jane Sillberg loves her job and she loves her community, even though the two of them are 2,634 kms apart, as the crow flies.
2007, May

Summer jobs 101

Over half of Canadian students avoid applying for summer jobs because they don't think they have the appropriate work experience.
2007, April

More hiring expected

Most Canadian businesses expect to hire more workers in the next 12 months to meet increased demand for their products and services.
2007, April

Pursuing your passion can be rewarding

When Marnie Flaherty won the Ontario Premier's Award for Community Services, it proved that when you pursue your passion, the rest will follow.
2007, April

Business truly cares for its clients

There's a huge market emerging in Canada for businesses that provide professional home care.
2007, April

Sheridan grad takes a magic carpet ride

A movie featuring a blue genie and a magic carpet may have inspired Michael Thurmeier to follow his love of animation.
2007, April

Personal Wealth

Sales representatives are the most sought-after employees, topping the list of the hardest jobs to fill for the second year in a row.
2007, April

U.S. RV company seeks 200 drivers

A U.S. company that delivers recreational vehicles to dealerships wants to hire 200 Albertans to drive RVs from south of the 49th parallel to Alberta.
2007, April

Alberta boom hurts paramedic recruiting

Alberta's boom is making it more difficult to recruit experienced paramedics in Edmonton, says the head of the paramedics' union.
2007, April

Frescos adds third store

Frescos & Company will add another store to its growing business -- and take home an award while its does.
2007, March

Jobs still aplenty

The head of a Calgary recruiting firm says Ontario could lose thousands of workers and they wouldn't be missed.
2007, March

Making a hobby of B&Bs

Some Ontario bed and breakfasts welcome groups a weekend or a few days of working together on certain activities or hobbies.
2007, March

A passion for community-based nursing

It was while Toronto was in the grip of the SARS crisis in 2003 that Lee Mantini faced the most demanding challenge of her nursing career.
2007, March

New regulations to govern paralegal studies grads

Groundbreaking legislation is set the paralegal industry and to regulate the often-misunderstood profession.
2007, March

Careers in the Nonprofit Sector

Martin Luther King said, "Make a career of humanity. You will make a greater person of yourself, a greater nation of your country, and a finer world."
2007, March

Youth bolster employment numbers

Unemployment in Canada dipped back down to 6.1% last month with some modest job creation, especially among the young.
2007, March

The story behind the lens

It's hard to believe world-renowned documentarian Peter Wintonick, ever doubted film was his ideal art form.
2007, March

Worker shortage a 'myth' - union

Non-union contractors are using the "myth" of a labour shortage to bring in temporary foreign workers who take away jobs from Albertans, says union.
2007, March

Robots credited with creating jobs

Robots were once used almost exclusively in the automotive industry, but are now making their mark in a host of other sectors.
2007, February

He takes his work home, too

As the head brewmaster for Molson Canada's operations in Toronto, Ken Robbins is the envy of many Canadian men.
2007, February

Skilled women find their range

A growing number of women are breaking through traditional male ranks and signing up to become Canadian Rangers.
2007, February

Does speaking motivate you?

One of the careers most often asked about – from office workers to Navy SEALs – is motivational speaking.
2007, February

Jobs under pressure

Ontario jobs that employers are having difficulty filling numerous sectors, according to Ottawa's human resources department.
2007, February

The yuckiest job in town

Debby Carlson spends all day surrounded by thousands of insects but the Selkirk woman wouldn't have it any other way.
2007, February

Job trends: What's hot

Demand for accounting, finance, IT, engineering and healthcare professionals will continue to dominate this year's want ads.
2007, February

Where the jobs are

Saskatchewan, parts of Ontario or PEI may be better bets for employment than job-rich Alberta.
2007, February

Labour shortage critical

The current immigration system prevents newcomers from filling the gap in the booming Alberta economy.
2007, February

Toronto police recruit in city's gay neighbourhood

About 40 men and women attended a Toronto police recruitment drive at a Church St. community centre in the city's gay village.
2007, February

Former engineer helps others lead more fulfilling lives

After working in the aerospace industry for 37 years, Terry Greenland was eligible for retirement but knew he still had a lot to contribute.
2007, January

Is fear holding you back from your dream career?

Here are some of the most common beliefs we’ve found that can keep people from going after the career of their dreams.
2007, January

U.K. teacher jobs beckon

Manitoba teachers with a penchant for tea and soggy weather won't have problems landing a job in England.
2007, January

Break into radio broadcasting

It's an "old" medium critics had dead and buried. But guess what? Radio isn't dead and interest in the industry is as lively now as it's ever been.
2007, January

U of M career fair encourages

With one eye on his studies and one eye on the job market, fourth-year arts student Billy Phantha is encouraged by the job opportunities in Manitoba.
2007, January

Dream Careers - Bed & Breakfast Owner

If you enjoy socializing with people throughout your work day, but you dream of working from home, consider a career as a bed and breakfast owner.
2007, January



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