A Facilitator’s Perspective This blog was developed and provided by Perry White, Facilitator of the Reboot Plus program at College of the North Atlantic in Stephenville Newfoundland. *This is part one of a two part blog.* Why This Work Matters: A Facilitator’s Path to...
“I feel like Reboot Plus should be integrated into high school… I now have options in front of me.”
For many young people, figuring out what comes after high school can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s deciding on a career, choosing a field of study, or even just understanding your strengths and personality, there’s a lot to navigate. That’s where Reboot Plus comes...
Finding My Way to Reboot Plus In March 2022, I joined the Reboot Plus program at the College of the North Atlantic. At the time, I was struggling with anxiety and depression. A family friend introduced me to the program. I wasn’t originally from Stephenville or...
Unemployment in Canada is an increasing challenge, and recent analysis suggest the situation is more serious than it appears on the surface. A December 2024 report by The Tyee reveals that Canada’s unemployment metrics often fail to capture the full extent of the...
Youth disengagement from school is complex and impacts both students and society. Disengagement often stems from academic struggles, lack of connection to teachers and peers, mental health issues, socioeconomic barriers, and challenges at home. Disconnection from...
Canada is facing a critical skills shortage driven by an aging population, rapidly evolving technology, coupled with significant increases in immigration. Employers are struggling to find candidates with the right skills, and the gap between the skills workers have...
The Current Economy for Youth The Canadian job market is presenting significant challenges for today's youth. The Statistics Canada’s June labour force survey released last week, shows the unemployment rate for youth aged 15-24 rose nearly a full percentage point to...
My High School Journey My high school journey has been quite a ride. I started High School in Richmond, BC, and after one year, moved to New Westminster to complete school here. In Richmond, I was more concerned with being socially active than academics. I had just...
Understanding Economic Shocks and their Impact on Canadian Youth Economic downturns can wreak havoc on lives, especially for young Canadians entering the job market. This impact isn't just immediate; it can leave lasting scars known as "labour market scarring." Recent...