Challenge Factory’s Blog

Strong career development is key to boosting Canada’s productivity.

Expertise and lived experience are both needed to solve complex labour market and workforce challenges.

When Challenge Factory was asked to determine how many people work in Canada’s career development sector, we knew our research would require a mapping tool that is holistic, creative, and powerful.

We have an opportunity to build a future where work serves us all in the ways we need and want it to. First, we have to stop hating work.

To navigate fear and uncertainty, leaders don’t only have to prove their trustworthiness to other people. They also have to prove—and remember—they can trust themselves.

Sector leader Maureen McCann shares her wisdom about how careers have changed—including the career development profession.

This year, dynamics related to intergenerational workplaces, pace, and trust will become core Future of Work issues.

Honouring Canada’s military Veterans is not a passive, one-day-a-year activity. Each and every day, we need to do so by leading with trust and kindness.

Challenge Factory’s Lisa Taylor and Emree Siaroff are setting out for the Modern Elder Academy. What stories will they learn along the way? What thought leadership will they share? Who will they be when they come home? Follow along to find out.

Procurement processes are often tough. Here’s why they can be worth it.

Making values-based business decisions as a B Corporation is a collaborative, enriching experience.

Quality career support from our peers and trusted professionals can be rare, but Canadians need both more than ever.