Nov 30, 2021 | Business
It is that time of the year when students are busy submitting their university applications. However, with an overwhelming amount of school work as an IB student, such as IA assignments, homework and deadlines, it’s not easy. Taking a “gap year” is a great way to ensure that you get enough time to apply for your desirable courses at the best universities of the world.
What, waste a year? You may wonder. As long as you do not “waste” it fruitlessly, taking a gap year may just be beneficial for you not just in your academic life but in your career as well. Because, let’s face it, your career depends largely on what you do, or don’t, at university.
So what do you do after taking a gap year?
First of all, have it clear on your mind as to why you are taking a year break. Most people do this because at the end of IB they are still unsure about their future. University is a major decision and it is best to be sure before you go ahead and apply. Doing your homework certainly helps in making sure that you are on the right path.
After you know that you are better off taking the gap year, plan how you are going to make the year productive for you.
One of the best things to do during the gap year is to find employment. This helps you learn new skills, get real-life experiences, be better placed for university, and gain confidence, while making money in the process. The pay might not be much considering you are just out of school. But if you manage to get a job in a field of your choice then you are surer about majoring in a related field at university as well.
Freelancing is also a great way to make yourself productive, learn to be responsible and acquire new skills. Alternatively, you may choose to do a course that would be helpful for you at university. Time spent learning is always rewarding and you will never regret anything that you learnt.
Apart from employment, you may choose to travel the world during the gap year. This relaxes your mind and refreshes you before you begin with university and life after that.
If you would like to learn more about taking the gap year and how to turn the year to your advantage, Dr Anil Khare, world’s best admission counsellor will be able to provide you with the right guidance. Dr Anil Khare is a Dubai based IB specialist and admission counsellor who is known all over the world for his expertise and knowledge. A brilliant mathematician and entrepreneur, Dr Anil Khare has assisted thousands of students in the Middle East to get placed in universities all over the world.
Jul 8, 2021 | International
Ottawa, Ontario – Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat
Too many Canadians continue to face bias, barriers, and discrimination based on their race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or other factors.
The Government of Canada has amended the Public Service Employment Act to address systemic barriers for equity-seeking groups in public service staffing.
These amendments represent foundational work that will help departments take measures in their staffing actions to reduce barriers and encourage more inclusive recruitment practices.
Over the past several months, the Treasury Board Secretariat worked with employee networks, bargaining agents and senior officials for Employment Equity, Diversity and Inclusion to better understand the experiences of members of equity-seeking groups in public service staffing.
Amendments to the Public Service Employment Act reaffirm the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce and strengthen provisions to address potential bias and barriers in staffing processes.
With these changes:
All new or revised qualification standards must be evaluated for bias and barriers for members of equity-seeking groups.
Permanent residents now have the same preference as Canadian Citizens when appointments are made through external advertised hiring processes.
The design and application of assessment methods must include an evaluation of bias and barriers, and reasonable efforts for mitigation.
The Public Service Commission now has explicit authority to audit for bias and barriers that disadvantage members of equity-seeking groups.
The Commission and deputy heads will have explicit authority to investigate bias and barriers for members of equity-seeking groups.
These Public Service Employment Act amendments form one part of a set of initiatives and activities to increase diversity and inclusion in the public service so that it is reflective of the Canadian population it serves and a place where all public servants feel a true sense of belonging.
The work of eradicating bias, barriers, and discrimination, which have taken root over generations, demands an ongoing, relentless effort. The Government of Canada is committed to this effort and will use all available levers to improve the experiences of public servants in their workplace and ensure that they are able to realize their full potential.
“With the Royal Assent of the Public Service Employment Act amendments, the government is making concrete progress to reduce the potential bias and barriers that disadvantage equity-seeking groups in staffing processes for the federal government. This is an important step to foster greater diversity, inclusion and accessibility in the public service.”
—The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, President of the Treasury Board
“We must use all available levers to create a public service that is inclusive and reflective of all Canadians. These amendments to the Public Service Employment Act, which tackle potential barriers in staffing processes at all levels of the public service, will help us get there.”
— Greg Fergus, Parliamentary Secretary to the President of the Treasury Board
Marie-France Proulx
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Office of the President of the Treasury Board
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