Career Development Services (CDS) is proud to present Career Development Month, featuring a series of free sessions throughout November designed to help Islanders explore career paths, learn job search strategies, and connect with opportunities across sectors.

๐Ÿ“… Event Schedule

Tuesday, November 4 โ€“ Working for the PEI Government
๐Ÿ• 1:00โ€“2:00 PM
Hear from guest presenters with the Public Service Commission about the benefits of working with the PEI Government, the types of positions available, and how to apply.

Tuesday, November 18 โ€“ LinkedIn 101: How to Market Yourself
๐Ÿ•™ 10:00โ€“11:00 AM
Join CDS Career Development Practitioners Zoie Tompkins and Lucy Christmas for practical tips on building your professional presence and networking effectively on LinkedIn.

Thursday, November 20 โ€“ Working for the Federal Government
๐Ÿ• 1:00โ€“2:00 PM
Learn from a guest presenter with the Federal Government about job opportunities, application tips, and student/youth programs such as FSWEP, as well as the benefits of a federal career.

Tuesday, November 25 โ€“ Careers in Construction & Trades
๐Ÿ•˜ 9:00โ€“11:00 AM
Presented in partnership with the PEI Construction Association and PEI Apprenticeship, this session explores construction industry opportunities and features a virtual reality โ€œTry a Tradeโ€ experience.

Tuesday, November 25 โ€“ Beyond High School: How to Support Your Graduateโ€™s Next Chapter
๐Ÿ•’ 3:00โ€“4:00 PM
CDS Counsellors Margo Curley and Megan Jay share strategies for helping graduates explore career options, find jobs on PEI, and make the most of a potential gap year.

๐Ÿ“ Location: CDS Services Inc., 160 Belvedere Ave, Charlottetown (C1A 2Z1)
๐Ÿ“ง To reserve a spot, contact: chtown@cdspei.ca
๐Ÿ“ž 902-626-2014