When all the news that’s fit to print isn’t enough
Earlier this week, I tuned into a local radio station to hear a take on a story I’ve been following. By the end of that bit, I thought, wow, this reminded me of the radio I used to hear when I was...
View ArticleBreaking down barriers to employment
Applying for a job can be stressful. Even if it’s a process we’ve gone through many times, there’s still a mix of excitement and not knowing if it’s the right move for your career. Or maybe you suffer...
View ArticleFinding the spark when you’re feeling smothered
Remember when we all started baking bread? The pandemic and its associated lockdowns have spurred everything from a renaissance for sourdough and long put-off home renovation projects to people...
View ArticleOne slice at a time
For many of us, the pandemic hasn’t impacted our lives beyond wearing masks and missing get-togethers with family and friends. We have work. We have our health. We have food in the pantry. We’re...
View ArticleInnovating justice
For many of us, the only time we’ve seen the inside of a courtroom is on TV. We’re fascinated by TV crime dramas and bingeing true crime shows on Netflix. Watching lawyers debate a defendant’s case...
View ArticleMechatronics and melodies
A lot of things come to mind when you think of the University of Waterloo. Its world-class co-op students who do placements at such companies as D2L, Google, Vidyard, Apple, and more. Cutting-edge...
View ArticleTurning savings into support
Peanut butter and jelly. Peas and carrots. Shawarma and poutine. Some things go together so well that you can’t imagine how they weren’t always that way. It’s something I thought about when I received...
View ArticleThis container is green
Starting a new company can be a challenge, especially during the middle of a global pandemic. Like many startup founders, the team at Ekko has relied on family support to get through the ups and downs...
View ArticleA year of learning in the Future of Work
Helping our community’s businesses, governments and academic institutions adapt to changes in the workplace and workforce is one of the main goals of the Waterloo Region Future of Work & Learning...
View ArticleSocial distance. Digital nearness.
Whether you’re new in your career or looking for a significant change, a great mentor can help you navigate challenges – not to mention boost your chances of success. For many of us, finding a mentor...
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