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After the conversations end, this is what stays with students.

Their words say it best.

This National Volunteer Week, we’re highlighting the impact behind every conversation.

#NVW2026 #CareerConversations #CareerCoaching #IgniteVolunteerism #ThankYouVolunteers
April 21, 2026 at 4:49 PM
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When school's in for the summer, so are we!

#SummerSchool #CareerConversations #CareerPathways #Mentorship
ontariocareerlab.bsky.social Ontario Career Lab @ontariocareerlab.bsky.social · Jul 22
Last week, we brought #CareerConversations to Catholic Central High School summer students in #Windsor.

With every session, we’re reaching more students and building brighter futures—thanks to our amazing volunteer Career Coaches and the support of Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board.
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July 22, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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We’re happy to share this story from St. Joan of Arc Catholic Academy highlighting Career Conversations in action!

Great to see students exploring pathways and building confidence in their futures.

Read more: www.tcdsb.org/o/stjoanofar...

#CareerConversations #CareerExploration #Education
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February 20, 2026 at 3:43 PM
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The countdown is on! 1️⃣ month until Women as Career Coaches 2026!

🌟 Students: Gain career insights from community mentors.
💡 Mentors: Share your journey & inspire the next generation.

🔗 Register now: hiec.on.ca/wacc?utm_sou...

#WomenSupportingWomen #Mentorship #CareerConversations
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March 10, 2026 at 12:23 AM
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Thank you to the schools and boards across Ontario for hosting these important #CareerConversations.
ontariocareerlab.bsky.social Ontario Career Lab @ontariocareerlab.bsky.social · Mar 18
Grade 10 is the perfect time to start thinking about the future! 🌟

Career Conversations connect students with professionals, letting them hear firsthand how people arrived at their careers. Learning from real journeys inspires students to explore their own pathways.

Learn more: OntarioCareerLab.ca
March 18, 2026 at 6:57 PM
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🚨 Students: The first March Break Career Exploration workshop is tomorrow!

Spots are limited—register now and get inspired for your future:

👉 Sign up here: hiec.on.ca/news/ontario...

#HIEC #CareerExploration #MarchBreak #StudentSuccess #CareerConversations
Two students smile, looking down with a blue box and white text overlay: "March Break In-person Workshops. Join the free Ontario Career Lab's Beyond the Bell in-person program to explore careers, try hands-on activities, and discover what your future could look like! March 17&19, 2026. Open to Grade 9-12 Students" With the Ontario Career Lab logo.
March 16, 2026 at 7:15 PM
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“Visual art and storytelling helped us convey that human connection to nature in a way data alone could not.” 🎨🌷

New in #CareerConversations: two students share their “zine” on the ecosystem services of public parks—making #NaturalCapital novel, visual, and accessible.

🔗 bit.ly/4tE8uxW
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April 10, 2026 at 9:30 PM
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Last week, we brought #CareerConversations to Catholic Central High School summer students in #Windsor.

With every session, we’re reaching more students and building brighter futures—thanks to our amazing volunteer Career Coaches and the support of Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board.
A group of students sitting at a round table listening to a male speaker who is smiling at them. A row of eight people standing in front of a school stage. A group of students sitting at a round table while another male speaker is talking to them.
July 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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Yesterday was Take Our Kids to Work Day at HIEC! 🌟

Students got hands-on with career coaching, resume writing, and skilled trades workshops. Excited to see where their journeys take them! 🛠️💼

#FutureLeaders #CareerJourneys #HIEC #CareerConversations #SkilledTrades #CareerDevelopment
A panel of speakers leads a session during HIEC’s Take Our Kids to Work Day, with a screen displaying their names and headshots as students listen from tables. Four students collaborate on a hands-on cardboard activity during HIEC’s Take Our Kids to Work Day event. Four students collaborate to construct a cardboard box with legs using a make-do kit during HIEC’s Take Our Kids to Work Day event.
November 6, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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“I felt like I was standing on the shoulders of this massive body of NatCap literature” 🌎📚

Meet Stanford MS student Tom Ramsay in our new #CareerConversations series. We'll show the people, roles, & professional development helping mainstream nature in decisions worldwide.

🔗 stanford.io/4brSHfU
A promotional graphic for "Career Conversations" by the NatCap Alliance. It features a circular headshot of Tom Ramsay, a smiling young man in a red Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability cap and glasses, set against a blurred background of a lake and greenery. A quote bubble reads, "I felt like I was standing on the shoulders of this massive body of NatCap literature” - TOM RAMSAY." The NatCap Alliance logo is displayed at the bottom.
January 30, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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For #GivingTuesday, we’re inviting our community to Give Time by joining a Career Conversation.

We’ve shared a new blog about the power of showing up for young people: ontariocareerlab.ca/blog/give-ti...

#CareerConversations #Ontario #CareerExploration #OntarioCareerLab
A man speaks to a few students. There is a blue text box with white text: "40% of 15-year-olds are career uncertain, with no clear plan for their future. Be the mentor you wish you had. Give the gift of your time this Giving Tuesday." Four students are seated at a table, smiling at the camera. There is a green text box with white text: "Career uncertainty has grown by more than half since 2018. Be the mentor you wish you had. Give the gift of your time this Giving Tuesday."
December 2, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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Career conversations don’t have to be complicated.

“The most important thing you can do as a parent is listen to your child’s passions.” — Ted Dintersmith

Hear the full conversation on our Parents As Career Coaches podcast: www.hiec.on.ca/pacc

#CareerConversations #ParentsAsCareerCoaches #Podcast
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June 16, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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What do students say about WACC?

“Talking to a mentor helped me feel more confident about my future.” – Student

At #WACC2026, students connect with inspiring women, explore career pathways, and leave feeling empowered.

📢 Join us on April 9: hiec.on.ca/wacc?utm_sou...

#CareerConversations #Mentor
A white quote bubble is displayed on a purple square. The text reads: "Meeting my mentor at WACC made me excited about my career path. I didn't know this was even an option for me!" - Women As Career Coaches Student Attendee. With the WACC and HIEC logos in the bottom right corner.
February 27, 2026 at 7:43 PM
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We were in Acton District High School yesterday with #CareerConversations, helping students explore career pathways and build confidence in their next steps!

Thank you to our amazing Career Coaches! Want to join?

👉 Learn more: www.ontariocareerlab.ca
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November 6, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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New Episode • Say Yes and Figure It Out: Jennifer Desmarais
https://trustory.fm/careerconversations/say-yes-and-figure-it-out-jennifer-desmarais/
September 4, 2026 at 8:58 AM
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"We are trying to mainstream assessments of ecosystems and their benefits, which means using [natural capital] methods." 🌱🔍

Narayan Iyer (Asian Development Bank) shares on his professional journey, working in natural capital, and collaborations with NatCap. #CareerConversations

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Head shot of Naryan Iyer over a picture of a river under a blue and cloudy sky for NatCap's Career Conversations.
March 27, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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AAWDC recently hosted a roundtable discussion with individuals who have successfully transitioned from careers in the federal government. To watch the roundtable, visit tinyurl.com/FederalTransitionRoundtable.

#AAWDC #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerConversations #FederalWorkers #CareerSuccess
November 5, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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I really enjoyed my time chatting with @RoadtripNation when they stopped through Nevada.

Check out our interview here:

https://roadtripnation.com/leader/heather-wilde

#Leadership #CareerConversations #study
December 7, 2024 at 4:03 AM
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BC Wildfire Service Career Conversation
FREE webinar highlighting Fire Crew Member positions
November 26 12-1 pm
Register: bit.ly/4oc2ucR
For assistance with registration email: CareerConversations@gov.bc.ca
Webinar hosted by BC Public Service Agency and BC Wildfire Service
November 25, 2025 at 12:35 AM
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Considering a career in tech? Join me for the #CareerConversations event series tomorrow http://bit.ly/2iRmoeT
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November 22, 2024 at 10:25 PM
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560 students. 2 days. One adaptable model.

Career Conversations at White Oaks Secondary School in Oakville this week show how impactful career exploration can scale—without losing what makes it meaningful.

#CareerConversations #CareerEducation #Ontario #Education
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February 27, 2026 at 7:06 PM
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Starting the new year strong! 💥

Yesterday, Ontario Career Lab visited Collège catholique Samuel-Genest (Ottawa) and St. Catharines Collegiate (Niagara region), sparking #CareerConversations with students.

Huge thanks to the Career Coaches who volunteered their time to support these sessions!
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January 7, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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Yesterday, the Ontario Career Lab brought Career Conversations to Elsie MacGill SS in Milton!

Huge thanks to the Halton District School Board and our Career Coaches for supporting students as they explore their strengths and career pathways.

#CareerConversations #OntarioCareerLab #HDSB #Mentoring
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November 7, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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We were on-site this week at Greenwood Secondary School (TDSB), helping students explore career pathways and connect with Career Coaches.

Become a Career Coach today.

Learn more: www.ontariocareerlab.ca

#CareerConversations #OntarioCareerLab #CareerCoaching #StudentSuccess #Mentoring #Community
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November 5, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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Career Conversations are underway for another school year!

This week, we joined students at White Oaks Secondary School to explore future pathways and spark meaningful discussions about careers.

Want to help?
Sign up to be a Career Coach at ontariocareerlab.ca

#CareerConversations #Education
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October 10, 2025 at 3:17 PM