As leaders in the advancement of Aboriginal inclusion, we engage the brightest, most accomplished experts to address career and workforce issues. Guiding Circles is the product of their efforts. Designed by leading practitioners, it offers a holistic blend of innovative career development practices and a traditional Aboriginal worldview.
Authors
Gray Poehnell (Métis) – experienced educator and international career development trainer; co-author of Career Pathways and Career Crossroads.
Dr. Rod McCormick (member, Mohawk Nation) – associate professor of counselling psychology at the University of British Columbia; government consultant on Aboriginal counselling and mental health issues.
Dr. Norm Amundson – professor of counselling psychology at UBC; author of Active Engagement; winner of the Canadian Counselling Association’s Best Book Award (2000).
Program Facilitators
Gray Poehnell (see above)
Trina Bučko (member, Mattagami Nation) – a recognized leader in Aboriginal career development in Canada.
Research, Expertise, Leading Practices
- We brought together international experts at the National Aboriginal Career Development Dialogue ‘08 to address career development issues and discuss new strategies for Aboriginal inclusion. Read the full forum report.
- We maintain a national job site (the Inclusion Network) for Aboriginal job seekers and employers looking to recruit Aboriginal talent.
- We are the proud creators and organizers of Inclusion Works, our annual national signature event, designed to advance inclusion in workplaces and learning institutions across Canada and beyond.
