5 ways to successfully reenter the workforce
In today’s transitioning job market, it’s becoming increasingly more common for people to take a break from full-time work. The reasons could be vast and varied: the need to care…
A job-seeker’s guide to networking in a virtual world
Living through a pandemic is tough enough. But for Canadians who have lost their jobs, social distancing makes it even harder to connect with past colleagues or other contacts, especially…
Life after CERB: What happens when benefits end?
The Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) has been a lifesaver for many cash-strapped Canadians since COVID-19 forced widespread layoffs and business closures, providing $2,000 per month to more than 8.5…
6 financial tips for recent grads and career changes
Whether you’ve just accepted your first job out of college or are a workforce veteran changing from one line of work to another, career moves can have a big impact…
How to budget your CERB
Millions of Canadians have applied to receive the Federal Government’s CERB, and many are starting to see the cheques appear in their accounts. In unprecedented times such as these, it’s…
How to ace your next job interview
Your palms are sweaty. Your heart is racing. You are crossing your fingers hoping that this job interview will be a success. Ever felt like that heading into a job…
Nine things to know when you’re ready to change jobs
Looking for a job but don’t know where to start? We can help with that. There’s a lot to consider when starting a job search. Beyond thinking about which websites…
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How to ace your next job interview
Your palms are sweaty. Your heart is racing. You are crossing your fingers hoping that this job interview will be a success. Ever felt like that heading into a job…
Meet the 2019 Vancouver Island Youth Community Council
The Coast Capital Youth Community Councils empower young leaders to make investments in local youth initiatives. In 2018, the Community Councils allocated $1.6 million in grants to 109 youth-serving organizations. But that’s…
How a loan can put you on top during RRSP season
The RRSP contribution deadline is just around the corner. Come March 3, 2025, it’s a ‘snooze you lose’-type situation if you want your contribution to count for the year. Like…
