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Career Boot Camp 2025

Are you ready to take your career in the federal public service to the next level? Look no further! We are thrilled to announce the 4th virtual edition of Career Boot Camp.

Hosted by the Federal Youth Network (FYN), Career Boot Camp 2025 is your gateway to unlocking the secrets of building a successful career in the federal public service. Whether you're just starting out or looking to supercharge your trajectory, this conference promises to equip you with the tools, knowledge, and connections you need.

Registration:

https://events.zoom.us/ev/Ajzfd5EQzoO0WYNbOby_Ic6yNuKM-fC_FI96zBrTSDAvzWuovXiF~An831FYHoBgoQYYSd44wTJdwxV7_3-0-OnjRO9EaI6HnhHihkFnic1P0nw

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Date	Time	Title	Language
January 21, 2025	13:00 to 14:00 ET	Career Boot Camp 2025 Opening Panel	English (an equivalent session is offered in French)
January 21, 2025	14:00 to 14:30 ET	Kiosk Exploration and networking	Bilingual
January 21, 2025	14:30 to 15:30 ET	Navigating Values and Ethics in Professional Life	English (an equivalent session is offered in French)
January 23, 2025	13:00 to 14:00 ET	Crafting Your Digital Persona: A Hands-On LinkedIn Workshop	English (an equivalent session is offered in French)
January 23, 2025	14:30 to 15:30 ET	Tough Talks for Career Growth: Mastering Difficult Conversations	English (an equivalent session is offered in French)
January 28, 2025	13:00 to 14:00 ET	Understanding Global Work Cultures	English (an equivalent session is offered in French)
January 28, 2025	14:30 to 15:30 ET	Unlock Your Potential: Connecting Passion and Skills with Career Development	English (an equivalent session is offered in French)
January 30, 2025	13:00 to 14:00 ET	Career Advancement in Your Region: Advocacy & Strategies for Success	English (an equivalent session is offered in French)
January 30, 2025	14:30 to 15:30 ET	Power Panel: Reflecting and Forward Thinking	English (an equivalent session is offered in French)
January 30, 2025	17:00 to 19:00	Career Boot Camp 2025 - Social Mixers	Bilingual

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Session	Speakers
Career Boot Camp 2025 Opening Panel Kick off CBC 2025 with an inspiring session where leaders and peers will motivate you to succeed and bring your authentic self to work every day.	Speakers: Caroline Xavier Tasha Cloutier Jose Jimenez Moderator: Makenzy Ricketts
Navigating Values and Ethics in Professional Life Explore the essential role of values and ethics in the workplace and learn how to uphold integrity in your professional life.	Speakers: Justin Munyaneza Alazhar Sisay Ciara Pourjalali Moderator: Christiane Fox
Crafting Your Digital Persona: A Hands-On LinkedIn Workshop Acquire hands-on skills to enhance your LinkedIn profile, effectively building a professional brand that attracts career opportunities and showcases your professional achievements.	Speakers: Caleigh Miller Stephanie Percival Brenda Dogbey Moderator: Natale Dankotuwage
Tough Talks for Career Growth: Mastering Difficult Conversations Develop strategies to confidently handle challenging workplace conversations, from career changes to performance feedback, with professionalism and empathy, fostering a constructive work environment.	Speakers: Dr. Katy Kamkar Anu Shukla-Jones Samantha Harris Moderator: Antonia Macris
Understanding Global Work Cultures Engage with international speakers who will share insights into diverse work cultures and future trends, emphasizing the value of global perspectives in shaping your professional outlook.	Speakers: Derek Alton Elizabeth Niland Dr. Kandis Boyd Moderator: Todd Kuiack
Unlock Your Potential: Connecting Passion and Skills with Career Development Explore self-reflection techniques to understand your strengths, skills, and values, and make informed career choices that align with your personal and professional goals.	Speakers: Huda Mukbil Jennifer Dyke Moderator: Jimi Onalik
Career Advancement in Your Region: Advocacy & Strategies for Success Examine how regional employees can leverage self-advocacy to thrive professionally, overcoming geographical challenges to achieve career success.	Speakers: Aaron Kaatz Marcus Wong Brena Robinson Moderator: Christian Bertelsen
Power Panel: Reflecting and Forward Thinking Join our expert panel as they review key takeaways from the workshops and discuss future-forward strategies to advance your career, addressing any themes or insights you found particularly intriguing.	Speakers: Terry Audla Ada Bello Justine Reynolds Moderator: Cali Battersby
Career Boot Camp 2025 - Social Mixers The Federal Youth Network & its regional networks are ending off Career Boot Camp 2025 with networking events across the country! Enhance your career development by joining members of your regional network for an after-hours networking event. All federal public servants are welcome to participate. Food and drinks are not provided and are at the expense of the individual. Space is limited. For this reason, all attendees must register for a virtual ticket. Once sold out, registrants will be on a waitlist. Date: January 30, 2025 Time: 5:00pm to 7:00pm (local time) Locations: Vancouver - GRETA Bar YVR, 50 W Cordova St Calgary - TBD Edmonton - TBD Winnipeg - The Commons at The Forks Market, 1 Forks Market Rd Toronto - TBD Kitchener - TBD Thunder Bay - TBD NCR (Ottawa/Gatineau) - Lowertown Brewery, ByWard Market, 73 York St Montreal - TBD Moncton - Happy Craft Brewing, 800 Main St Halifax - TBD    Registration: