Career and Job Search Help Blog

Free Resources for Project Management Certification

August 4, 2025 | TPL Staff | Comments (0)

Working in project management offers many potential benefits, from opening up new opportunities for career advancement to increasing your salary. It also gives you the chance to work with a wide range of stakeholders, hone your communication and problem-solving skills and develop a greater understanding of operations within an organization. Prepare for your certification with […]

Staying Positive While Job Searching

May 7, 2025 | Career Coach | Comments (0)

Shenelle Payne Cuffy, one of our 2025 Career Coaches in Residences, shares tips for staying positive throughout your job search journey. Job searching is like a rollercoaster. It's full of highs, lows and lots of unexpected twists. We might feel joy when offered an interview, anxiety during the process and disappointment after a rejection. These […]

Meet our Latest Career Coaches in Residence

March 21, 2025 | Career Coach | Comments (0)

Our Career Coaches in Residence program offers free one-on-one career counselling and job search help for younger adults, ages 18-29. The spring session runs until June 2025. Coaches are available to answer questions about career and job help, resumes and cover letters, preparing for job interviews or general career advice. We had a chance to […]

Free Resources for Networking & Infrastructure Certification

February 26, 2025 | TPL Staff | Comments (0)

A career in networking and infrastructure requires specialized knowledge, so pursuing an IT certification can be beneficial for anyone interested in this field. Prepare for your certification with free, self-paced courses and books. All you need is a library card. What is networking and infrastructure? Networking and infrastructure involves building, maintaining and managing networks that […]

Free Resources for Compliance & Security Certification

February 26, 2025 | TPL Staff | Comments (0)

Getting certified in IT compliance and security can open doors for job seekers looking to work in an exciting and ever-evolving industry. IT professionals who specialize in this area often enjoy good pay, job stability, interesting challenges, career advancement opportunities and the ability to stay on top of the latest technologies. With a growing demand […]

Free Resources for Cloud Technology Certification

February 26, 2025 | TPL Staff | Comments (0)

With the growing demand for cloud technology, there’s never been a better time to get certified in this field. If you’re looking to be part of an exciting, rapidly-growing industry that boasts a variety of roles, a career in cloud technology might be for you.  Prepare for your certification with free, self-paced courses and books. […]

Being Your True Self in Developing Your Career

November 25, 2024 | Career Coach | Comments (0)

Shenelle Payne Cuffy, one of our 2024 Career Coaches in Residence, shares how being true to ourselves can help create stronger professional relationships and opportunities. Consider this scenario: you come across a job opportunity that really excites you. It includes all the responsibilities you are looking for, and you meet most of the qualifications. As […]

Career Pivoting and Upskilling: How to Stay Ahead in the Workforce

November 7, 2024 | Career Coach | Comments (0)

Kadine Cooper, one of our Career Coaches in Residence, shares her tips and strategies for making a career shift. In today’s job market, career pivots and upskilling have become essential strategies for staying competitive. Whether driven by a desire for a fresh start, industry changes or the need for new challenges, making a career transition […]

Achieving Career Success in Canada

September 25, 2024 | Career Coach | Comments (0)

Career Coach in Residence Tinu Olawuyi shares her tips and strategies for starting your career in Canada. Securing a job that matches your experience as a newcomer can be challenging. It is crucial not to lose hope or overlook the transferable skills you gained from your previous employment. When applying for a job in Canada, […]

Meet our new Career Coaches in Residence

August 6, 2024 | Career Coach | Comments (0)

Our Career Coaches in Residence provides free one-on-one career counselling and job search help for younger adults, ages 18-29. From now until November 2024, career coaches Kadine Cooper, Tinu Olawuyi and Shenelle Payne Cuffy are available to provide expert advice about career planning, resume building, interviewing, negotiating and other career decisions. We had a chance […]