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 Featured Highlights
The Russ Seltzer Award for Contribution to Counsellor Education in Ontario The Marion Axford Award for Elementary Guidance The Career/Life Skills Resources Award for Excellence in Career Education
The Phil Hedges Award, Contribution to Guidance and Career Education East (Ottawa) Region - Sarah Abrams, Ottawa Catholic School Board The Olive Diefenbaker Award of Merit Nomination forms for both Student and Guidance Teacher-Counsellor awards for 2025 will be open soon on www.osca.ca. Educators are strongly encouraged to nominate early in meeting deadlines for consideration! In the meantime, feel free to use the following links to act early! Anthony DiLena Student Awards
Winter Session: January 13 to March 7, 2025 OSCA-ACOSO is pleased to announce that they will continue to offer Part 1, Part 2 and the Specialist in Guidance and Career Education Additional Qualifications courses this summer. Additional sessions will take place in the fall and winter. Advantages of taking the course with OSCA are the instructor is a current guidance teacher-counsellor, a one year OSCA subscription is included ($55 value if currently not active) and a downloaded copy of Ethical Guidelines ($25) is included. As part of the OSCA subscription, participants have the opportunity to attend the fall conference at a member rate, gain access to webinars throughout the year on topics related to guidance and career education, receive the weekly OSCA News to keep up to date with guidance/career topics, and receive the tri-annual OSCA Today, the professional magazine of the association. Cost: $675 plus HST. To register: www.osca.ca --> Next AQ course Registration closes Friday, January 3 at 11:55 pm. This is a FIRM deadline. Teaching experience forms (Part 2 and Specialist) are all due no later than Wednesday, January 8. Please register early to reserve your seat!
Post Secondary Information
as a proud conference Platinum sponsor, awarded student scholarships to two schools in attendance. The University of Niagara Falls Canada Innovator Award is a $500 scholarship awarded to one graduating student who embraces innovation and leadership from each of the selected schools.  Our student’s story matters, and at King’s, we give it the space to unfold in big ways. With small class sizes, unique programs and pathways, generous scholarships and unwavering support, we ensure our students receive the personalized attention they need to thrive.
- BCOM in Business Management - BCOM in Digital Sales and Marketing - BCOM in Information Technology Management - BCOM in International Management and Technology. Each pathway combines academic rigor with practical learning, ensuring students graduate ready to excel. IBU supports students through scholarships, bursaries, and unique resources, such as: - LinkedIn Learning for ongoing skill-building - Bloomberg for Education for real-world business insights - Future Talent Research Institute for trend analysis - Centre for Sustainable Businesses for responsible business practices - Career Services and the IBU Student Success Team for career guidance - Personalized one-on-one mentoring With small classes, dedicated faculty, and a vibrant community, IBU empowers your students to pursue their ambitions. Our BCom Honours program opens doors to success—no limits, no boundaries.  Avec sa mineure en leadership, axée sur la collaboration, le travail d’équipe et les
simulations de milieux de travail, uSudbury s’apprête à former la prochaine génération de dirigeants, qui sera fin prête pour le marché du travail. Alors, si vous reconnaissez des leaders en devenir chez vos élèves, montrez-leur la voie : c’est par ici. Découvrez les programmes, l’aide financière et les ressources du campus de uSudbury: usudbury.ca ___________________________________________________________________________________ uSudbury is gearing up to nurture the next generation of leaders with its leadership minor, which focuses on collaboration and teamwork skills they need to excel in the workplace. If you see the seeds of leadership in your students, show them where they can grow: uSudbury. Find out more about uSudbury’s French-language programs, financial aid, and resources: usudbury.ca  The University of Guelph-Humber?(U?of GH) brings together the best of the University of Guelph
and Humber Polytechnic:?academic excellence from instructors who are industry professionals, accessible scholarships and a supportive learning community. Located in Toronto, your students will graduate with an honours degree from the University of Guelph and a diploma from Humber, plus built-in work experience, in four years!
The Regional Assessment and Resource Centre (RARC) promotes equity and access for students with
neurodevelopmental disorders in post-secondary education, by providing evidence-based services and supports to students, practitioners, and educators across Ontario. Our vision is to enable students with neurodevelopmental disabilities to thrive in post-secondary education. In this presentation, we will discuss programming, accommodations, and supports that equip secondary students with disabilities with the necessary knowledge and skills to access post-secondary education. Presenters will highlight the important role of transition planning to help students feel more confident and prepared to meet educational challenges. The role of assessment and appropriate determination and implementation of accommodations will also be central to the discussion. This training is appropriate for grade 11 and 12 students with learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and/or Mental Health Disorders, parents/guardians, and resource teachers. There is no fee or registration required for this event.
Helpful Links
______________________________________________________________________________________ Le dernier événement virtuel des Séances d’information des universités de l’Ontario aura lieu le jeudi 21 novembre, de 17 à 19 h (HE). L’événement est divisé en 4 séances d’une demi-heure, au cours desquelles les élèves peuvent choisir les séances d’université auxquelles elles et ils souhaitent prendre part. Certaines universités proposeront des présentations en français. Liens utiles
Carleton has six new programs! Join us online on Wednesday, December 11 at 5:00 p.m. ET to learn about Carleton’s new programs: Bachelor of Accounting, Bachelor of Cybersecurity, Bachelor of Data Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Mechatronics Engineering (BEng), General Studies (Online BA). Get your questions answered during the live Q&A. Learn more and register here: admissions.carleton.ca/ virtual-information-sessions Family Information Evening Discover all that Carleton has to offer on Tuesday, December 3 at 6:30 p.m. ET (in person or online). Learn more about our programs, admissions, scholarships and bursaries, and support services. Meet Carleton faculty, staff and current students. Register to attend in person or online here: admissions.carleton.ca/family- information-evening Future Raven: Ask Us Anything! Preparing your Carleton application and have some questions? Join us for our online Ask Us Anything sessions to get all of your questions answered! No matter where you are in the application process — considering programs, preparing your application, or awaiting a decision — if you’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! December 18 and 19 at 4:00 p.m. ET. Register today here! admissions.carleton.ca/events Discover Carleton's campus Join a student tour guide to visit Carleton classrooms, lecture halls and study spaces. Discover all the resources available to Carleton Ravens. Visit our website for dates, times, more information and to register: carleton.ca/tours 
Resources
If you answered yes to either of these questions, your school will have received a kit. The Engagement Strategy kit is designed to encourage students to think about a career in health care while highlighting the flexibility of PSW training. The PSW programs, offered by Ontario school boards provides an excellent gateway to the health care field and can serve as an excellent foundation to further education and career growth. Kits include:
The materials contained in the kit are designed to be versatile and engage a range of audiences, including SHSM Health & Wellness students, Grade 10 Careers classes, Co-op students and parents/guardians. Plus, we want to connect with you! We offer opportunities for career presentations and experiential learning activities. Our PSW Champions are available to visit your school, participate in pathway events and speak with students about the opportunities in health care. Do you have questions, require additional information or would like to book a presentation? Please contact alowry@cesba.com. Visit our website to learn more!
Help students explore rewarding careers in skilled trades with Merit Ontario. Apprenticeships
Support your students’ futures with OCAS’ essential online resources, designed to support your Our New Help Centre provides practical, step-by-step assistance, making it easier to navigate If you’re working with students interested in skilled trades, our College Trades website is a Finally, our High School Partners page offers targeted resources just for you, from info sessions Visit OCAS.ca and make the most of these valuable resources!  The TCP is an opportunity for Ontario educators to stay connected with CPA Ontario throughout the school year! Teacher Colleagues enjoy classroom presentations, access to exclusive classroom resources, and educational events for their students.
Education In recent years, there has been a notable shift in hiring practices toward greater objectivity and fairness. More and more, employers are moving away from requesting individuals disclose certain personal information at the initial stages of the application process. The aim of this is simple: to reduce potential biases and give hiring managers a more impartial view of applicants, focusing solely on the professional value they bring to the table.
For example, there has been a shift away from including photos in resumes to mitigate demographic biases. In addition, some professionals choose to omit the dates on their education credentials to counteract ageism, ensuring that qualifications speak louder than chronological age.
Subscribers' LoungeDear members – we would like to invite you to take part in a national survey about students’ interests in computing careers. The survey takes approximately seven to 10 minutes to complete and is open to all highschool counsellors practicing in Canada. This survey is being conducted by researchers at Mount Royal University, has been approved by MRU’s human research ethics board, and is sponsored by CERIC. Results will be used to create the third edition of the free resource: Computing Careers & Disciplines: A Quick Guide for Prospective Students and Career Advisors (available for download in both English and French from ceric.ca). Your participation is voluntary, and your responses will be collected anonymously. Details about the project and access to the survey is available through this link: https://mtroyal.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4VKOvqoNVQI5yJw
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Join us at our next Info Session to meet our staff, students and community and learn more about the benefits of a structured and purposeful gap year with Discover Year!
