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Jan 01
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alumni story

Tell us your story!

By Alumni, Success Story

Are you a proud alumni of the Career Edge program? We invite you to share your unique journey and empower fellow job seekers by illustrating the transformative impact that Career Edge had on your professional life. Your narrative can serve as a beacon of hope for those grappling with the challenges of entering the workforce or seeking a career change.

Reflect on your job search before encountering Career Edge. What were the hurdles you faced? Was the ‘no job, no experience’ cycle a daunting reality for you? Many individuals find themselves caught in this loop, feeling disheartened and unsure of how to break free. By sharing your pre-Career Edge experiences, you provide context and relatability to those currently navigating similar situations.

Highlight the pivotal role that Career Edge played in your journey. How did the program assist you in overcoming obstacles and securing meaningful employment? Whether it was through mentorship, skill development, or job placement initiatives, delve into the specific ways Career Edge became a catalyst for your professional growth. By articulating the tangible benefits you derived from the program, you paint a vivid picture of the positive changes it brought to your career trajectory.

Most importantly, elaborate on how Career Edge impacted your life. Beyond securing a job, did the program contribute to your personal development, confidence, or sense of purpose? Share anecdotes that showcase the holistic transformation you experienced, emphasizing how Career Edge wasn’t just a stepping stone to employment but a comprehensive support system that shaped your professional identity.

Your story has the power to inspire others facing similar challenges. By shedding light on your journey from job seeker to successful professional, you offer a roadmap for those in need of guidance and motivation. Let your narrative be a testament to the possibilities that unfold when one embraces the opportunities provided by programs like Career Edge. Together, we can break the cycle and empower aspiring individuals to embark on their own journeys of success.

Here are some stories of our recent alumni!

Dec 01
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Two Decades of Breaking Down Barriers to Employment in Canada

By Events & Holidays

We are proud to be celebrating 20 years of helping candidates overcome barriers to employment and launch their careers through paid internships.

Founded in 1996, Career Edge was conceived by a group of private sector business leaders, gathered by the late civic visionary David Pecaut, who is well-known for the creation of Career Edge, CivicAction, and Luminato. Urban Joseph, former Vice-Chairman of the Toronto Dominion Bank, worked closely with Pecaut when designing Career Edge as a way to help young graduates successfully transition into the workforce, and improve the youth unemployment crisis of the mid-1990’s.

As Canada’s first online job posting board, Career Edge quickly gained endorsements from members of the federal government including Prime Minister Jean Chrétien, Paul Martin, and Frank McKenna who would become Honorary Chair of Career Edge in 1998.

Jean Chrétien and Urban Joseph shake hands in 1997, symbolizing the partnership between Career Edge and the federal government.

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Nov 03
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Celebrating Success

By Success Story

We know that Career Edge candidates are dedicated and motivated individuals who are always looking to add great value to their employers and host organizations. For this issue, we are thrilled to showcase the success stories of two such candidates. Read More

Sep 15
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They’re Back! Welcoming our returning Reservists.

By CAF, News & Announcements

Since launching the Canadian Armed Forces Reservists Paid Internship Program, we have had the opportunity to visit Reservists at the companies where they are completing their internships, and have heard nothing but good things, from the Reservists and their employers alike.

Some of the reservists who have secured sustainable internship opportunities through Career Edge’s CAF Reservists’ Paid Internship Program. From left: Roy L., Craig S., Andres L.

Our employer partners have shared with us how impressed they are with their interns’ performance, and are looking for other opportunities to have more Reservists join their teams. The good news is, September is one of the best months to start hiring Reservists.

Many Primary reservists attend training courses through the summer months, and after spending a few weeks away at Canadian Forces training centres, Reservists return in September, ready to work in corporate civilian occupations that allow them to leverage the portable skills they have augmented through their training, such as leadership, communications, teamwork, and time management.

If you’re looking for Reservists to join your team, contact us.

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