Take Community Action Usually, students are excited about leaving their home. They enjoy the idea of settling in to a new city, learning about their host country and wondering what their lifestyles will be like. Some will be apprehensive and nervous about adjusting from one culture to another. For example, moving from a big city, to a more relaxed suburban neighbourhood or even the close-knit community of a small town ... > [more]
Taking Care of Business A business degree is probably the most popular degree on most Canadian campuses, and often the biggest department on campus. But is it for you, and are you really sure what it involves?Ok, business sounds a bit general. What can I study?Business covers a range of different subjects, and there are many options to choose from. Most universities and colleges have a business or ma... > [more]
Teaching ESL If you've ever thought about travelling to a foreign country or are looking to earn extra money for college or university, a term or two teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) might just be for you. There are excellent employment opportunities available at ESL centres around the world for those who want to teach or tutor in English. While the bulk of overseas teaching opportunities are for ca... > [more]
Team Effort or Individual Achievement? Before you begin the rewarding experience of volunteering, you should know whether it is something you want to do alone or as part of a group. Volunteering is a perfect way to explore new fields and can lead you to a career path you've never explored or help you discover a skill or interest you were unaware of.
If you are volunteering to gain work experience, you should consider volunteering on... > [more]
That is NOT Acceptable Behaviour! Through co-op placements, most students are getting their first look at the corporate world. But often, these students aren't sure how to act in their new environment. While being able to list a few examples of inappropriate behaviour, actually applying it to the workplace can be completely different.
Unfortunately, what one person sees as unacceptable, another may see as normal behaviour. Per... > [more]
McMaster University Faculty of Engineering The Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University (McMaster) has established itself as one of the premier engineering schools in North ...
University of Saskatchewan College of Engineering The College of Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) offers four year-programs leading to a bachelor of ...
McMaster University Faculty of Engineering The Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University (McMaster) has established itself as one of the premier engineering schools in North ...
Conestoga College School of Engineering and Information Technology The School of Engineering and Information Technology at Conestoga College (Conestoga) offers interesting and challenging programs leading to exciting careers ...
Conestoga College School of Engineering and Information Technology The School of Engineering and Information Technology at Conestoga College (Conestoga) offers interesting and challenging programs leading to exciting careers ...
