Visiting a Dubai chocolate bar store recently sparked a conversation among our members about the unexpected ways international experiences can inspire personal and professional growth. Much like career development itself, discovering a new place—or even a new flavour—can open doors to new perspectives, goals, and possibilities. Whether it’s learning how global markets influence career paths or drawing creativity from unexpected sources, these moments remind us that development isn’t always linear—it’s experiential, cross-cultural, and deeply personal.
We also want to acknowledge the importance of accessibility in professional development. Just as a limo rental can elevate a simple commute into a seamless, stress-free experience, the right support and resources can do the same for a career journey. Our mission at 3CD is to ensure that practitioners across Canada have that kind of smooth, guided path—through advocacy, certification, and collaborative leadership that moves the field forward.
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![]() Career Developments profiles National and International progress in the profession with updates on standards, competencies, training, certification, research, policy & practice.Career Developments is a monthly e-Newsletter published by 3CD. Receive regular career development updates by subscribing. |
![]() Career development professionals (CDPs) have specialized skills and training to help you with the lifelong process of managing your living, learning and earning.While CDPs can assist in job search, their role can also be much broader – helping you to build the life you want to live. |
![]() More and more career development professional associations have initiated – or are in the process of initiating – career development practitioner (CCDP) certification.In Canada, there are two “streams” with respect to certification – one for CDPs and the other for Career Counsellors. |