NSCDA

In August 2022, we proudly distributed $60,000 in funding among nine organizations across Nova Scotia through our Diversity and Inclusion Committee. We recently connected with some of these groups, and their inspiring stories demonstrate the impact of our support. Read the article to learn more about the impact of our funding and the incredible work these organizations are doing! #NSCDA #DiversityAndInclusion #CommunityImpact #CareerDevelopment #NovaScotia #Canada

Join us for the session "RPL and Micro-credentials: Lessons Learned and Current Goals," facilitated by Souhaël Bouallagui, Director of Continuing Education at Université Sainte-Anne, as part of the NS RPL Best Practices Forum. This session will showcase a case study on applying an RPL process to a microcredential course, focusing on a project funded by LSI. Explore how RPL and micro-credentials can reduce barriers to skills recognition and create streamlined pathways to employment for both employees and employers. The session will take place on Wednesday, October 16th, from 10:45 AM to 12:00 PM at the Halifax Convention Centre. Don't miss this opportunity to dive into innovative strategies for bridging education and employment! Register here: bit.ly/4cBylxK #RPLFoundations #NSRPLForum #Microcredentials #SkillsRecognition #LifelongLearning #NovaScotia

Join Darlene Porter, RCT/CCC, M.Ed, as she presents “PLAR: Portfolio Development - Back and Better Than Ever!” at the NS RPL Best Practices Forum on Wednesday, October 16th, from 3:35 PM - 4:20 PM at the Halifax Convention Centre. In this session, Darlene will guide participants through EMPOWERED: The Portfolio Career, a program designed to enhance job search and career mobility skills. The session will focus on developing a reflective process to create a portfolio tailored to individual career needs, helping participants build confidence and adapt to a changing labour market. Register here: bit.ly/4cBylxK #RPLFoundations #NSRPLForum #PortfolioDevelopment #CareerDevelopment #LifelongLearning

Join Jonathan Dododza of Flo Meditation for a focused meditation session designed to help professionals embrace the complexities of life and develop mental resilience. In this session, participants will explore the concept of accepting discomfort during challenging times of stress or uncertainty, while discovering how to find value and growth in every experience. Jonathan will guide attendees through mindfulness techniques that foster self-agency, providing actionable tools to manage mental health and build emotional strength. This session equips professionals with practical strategies to enhance well-being, adaptability, and mental clarity in the workplace and beyond. Join here via Zoom: bit.ly/4eyKaqm  #ResilienceBuilding #EmotionalIntelligence #MindfulLeadership #TheQuest #EmbraceChange #StressManagement #MindfulnessAtWork #TheNSCDA #FloMeditation #WellnessWednesday

Explore how the Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) RPL Program is making a real difference in Nova Scotia’s healthcare sector in the session "RPL for Continuing Care Assistants: What’s the Big Deal?" Facilitated by Amanda Morrissey and Cailleagh Sharples of Health Association Nova Scotia, this session takes place on Wednesday, October 16th, from 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM at the NS RPL Best Practices Forum. Hear inspiring success stories from graduates and discover how this program has removed access barriers, boosted the supply of skilled CCAs, and built trust across the industry. Register here: bit.ly/4cBylxK #RPLImpact #NSRPLForum #HealthcareCareers #CareerDevelopment #LifelongLearning #NovaScotia

Discover how to foster meaningful connections with employers and industry partners in the session "Building Relationships: Engaging Employers and Industry Partners," facilitated by Dan McFaull, Managing Partner at North Pacific Inc., and Judy Dickson, Program Manager at the Automotive Sector Council of Nova Scotia. Join us at the NS RPL Best Practices Forum on Wednesday, October 16th, from 10:45 AM to 11:30 PM at the Halifax Convention Centre. This session features a dynamic panel, including representatives from Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC, Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (Government of Nova Scotia), Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia, and industry, who will share their experiences and insights on building successful partnerships. Explore how to actively engage in program development, implementation, assessment, and evaluation to enhance outcomes for your organization or clients. This session is part of the Conversation Café, allowing you to connect with experts and expand your knowledge on key topics. Register here: bit.ly/4cBylxK #RPLFoundations #NSRPLForum #EmployerEngagement #CareerDevelopment #LifelongLearning #NovaScotia

Thank you, NSCDA for providing Ann Divine(she/her),MA, BA(hons) and Missy Searl the opportunity to lead a workshop on Neurodiversity in the Workplace at the Membertou Trade & Convention Centre last month. We enjoyed sharing first-person experiences, academic insight, and listening to diverse perspectives from participants in the workshop on how to foster inclusive cultures and create opportunities where all employees can thrive. We look forward to seeing you soon. 

Join us on November 13th, 2024, at the Inn on Prince Hotel & Conference Centre Truro for an insightful half-day workshop (1:00-4:00 PM) led by Ann Divine(she/her),MA, BA(hons) and Missy Searl. This session is dedicated to understanding and integrating neurodiversity in the workplace. As our workforce diversifies, employers must build their capacity to create inclusive environments where every employee feels valued. Ann and Missy will guide you in breaking down stereotypes, challenging biases, and learning practical strategies to support neurodivergent colleagues. Together, we'll foster a culture of belonging and unlock the full potential of all employees. Register here: bit.ly/3Y1GNSE #Neurodiversity #Inclusion #WorkplaceCulture #Truro #NovaScotia #CareerDevelopment #Workshop #Training

Today, we honour the children who never returned home and the survivors of residential schools, along with their families and communities. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a solemn reminder of the lasting impacts of these schools on Indigenous Peoples across Canada. As we wear our orange shirts, we reflect on the painful history, acknowledge the need for truth, and commit to meaningful reconciliation. Let’s take this time to educate ourselves and support efforts for healing and justice. Learn more: bit.ly/3TO3hEi #NDTR #OrangeShirtDay #TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters

This is Nova Scotia’s largest in-person career-development-related conference since the shut down. If you work in career development or in any industry that uses or could use Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL / PLAR) this is a conference you won’t want to miss event. Aside from working in the field for decades, the organizers have gone to several world events and have a wealth of knowledge and a bird’s eye view about best practices, new strategies and the future of RPL. #RPL #recognitionofpriorlearning #plar #priorlearning #careerdevelopment #careercounseling #NSRPLforum #lifelonglearning #careeskills #jobprep #jobsearch #employable #skillrecognition #HRstrategies #careerstrategies #skillstransfer #skillsequivalency