Category - Career & Education

Don’t Get Scammed – how to watch your back

There are a few important tips that can keep you and your finances safe from scammers. Always be mindful when dealing with online and telephone requests. Here are a few things worth keeping in mind at all times. If you get an email full of spelling and grammar mistakes, beware. Also, check email...

Tips For Working From Home

If working from home has you stressed out, follow these tips for success. Dressing the part can help you get into the mood to work. This is especially important if you will be involved in any video conferences. Looking the part not only sends the right message to your boss, co-workers and clients...

Financial well-being depends more on behaviour than on income

(NC) The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada recently released a report entitled Findings from Canada’s Financial Well-being Survey, which indicates that our financial well-being depends more on good money management than on income. This is striking because many of us believe that higher incomes...

The Future of Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

LINcast host Gabe Duverge is joined by Pierre-Luc Lapointe, Project Manager of the Mechanical Division for Innovative Vehicle Institute and Aris Khechen, Account Manager for LINAK Canada. The group recorded live at the Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo 2019, discussing the latest...

4 ways travel can help you land your next job

A working holiday or international internship is a great way to explore the world while boosting your resume for when you come back to Canada. It’s also ideal for recent grads or young professionals hoping to further their careers. Here are just some of the ways international work experience can...

Are you earning tips at your job? Important information come tax time!

If you’re a server in the food and beverage industry, hairdresser, valet, taxi driver or anyone else who earns tips as part of your work, there’s important information you need to know before you do your taxes. In Canada, the law is clear about tips – all of this income is taxable and must be...

7 ways to conquer fatigue at work

We all deal with weariness at work — it’s normal. Usually if you grab a coffee, have a quick stretch or take a short break, you’ll feel refreshed to push through and finish the day on a strong note. But if you find yourself feeling tired on a regular basis, it might be time to change up your...

3 steps to future proof your career

Evolving market trends and changing industries make us wonder how we can stay ahead of the game. What can we do to ensure our talents will be needed in the future? Whether you’re looking to future-proof your own career or give advice to your kids in post-secondary school, here are some smart ways...

Are your financial decisions costing you?

Financial decisions can be intimidating for many of us, so it’s tempting to think we’ll be okay as long as we bring home a paycheque and pay our bills. But there are some missteps that could be costing you in the long run. According to a recent survey conducted by financial services company...

Tips to help parents support high school students

Parents naturally want to help guide their children as they navigate their way through life. No time is this more apparent than in high school, when teenagers are making decisions about post-secondary schools, programs and future careers. With technology rapidly changing the workforce, this can be...

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