In-Person Learning is Back
Human beings are undoubtedly social creatures and according to medical science, we have an innate need to belong. Research goes on to state that our nervous systems expect human presence around us. If our natural function requires that we be around others, could this...
The Labour Market Is Shifting Quickly – Make Sure You’re Equipped to Take Career Action
The past year has been a challenging year for many of us. From global political division, racial injustice and the loss of loved ones, to new vaccine protocols, and varying rollout restrictions, this year has been nothing short of remarkable. Economic uncertainty...
10 Interesting Ways to Challenge Yourself for 30 Days
We’d all like to make big changes in some aspect of our life – career, relationships, personal health, or education, to name a few. Some quick fixes would be nice, but most likely, these types of changes don’t happen overnight. However, the good news is that you can...
Got a Deadline? 6 Tips to Meeting Deadlines at Work and School
Regardless of how much you love your job or your educational program, there will always be times when you have trouble motivating yourself to get things done. It happens to everyone from time to time. During the slow times, you're able to slack off a bit. However, a...
7 Peaceful Habits for Back-to-School Success
Who doesn’t love the vibrant colours of autumn? It’s fascinating to watch how nature transforms to prepare for and adapt to the changing seasons. With the changing of the leaves and the small dips in temperature comes the pitter-patter of little feet and...
5 Reasons Why You Should Work in Customer Service
It's a given that one of the biggest bonuses of working in customer service is that you get to work with people everyday. But are there any other benefits? We've listed 5 of our favourites here: 1. Learn how to communicate really well. Working in a customer...
4 Steps to Setting Effective Career Goals
If you’ve been feeling stuck in your job, perhaps you’ve been thinking about your ideal career and what that looks like. Have you ever stopped to figure out what you want to get out of your future career? The answer usually isn’t just “an income.” We all have dreams...
Write Your Way to Self-Discovery (Part 2)
Mindful writing is a powerful skill to practice for personal development. It doesn’t end there, though. By being consistent with your journaling, over time, the habit will help you become more productive and efficient with writing you need to accomplish in school or...
Write Your Way to Self-Discovery (Part 1)
Writing isn’t just a great skill to have for school or work. The practice of mindful writing, using writing prompts, can be personally powerful – they can help you to consider things you might not ever think about on your own. Writing is an effective process for...
STUDENT STORY: Mojisola
My name is Moji. Before PALC, I worked at the RBC ( Royal Bank of Canada). I was a customer service representative. I worked there for eight years and 6months. I was a dedicated worker, but I never moved positions. I trained and even did peer mentoring but was always...