Category Archives: Editorial

Empowering Youth with Severe Disabilities: The Shine Foundation’s Mission

Across Canada, approximately 1.7% of children experience a severe or very severe disability, with slight variations across provinces. In Ontario, this figure is around 2%. In Toronto, the most common severe disabilities affecting children include: These disabilities can profoundly impact not only the child’s daily life but also their families and support networks. Families of children with severe… Read More »

What Difference Will You Make to an Employer?

It’s common knowledge that companies don’t hire the most qualified candidates. Employers hire the person they believe will deliver the best value in exchange for their payroll cost. Since most job seekers know the above, I’m surprised that so few mention their Employee Value Proposition (EVP). Most job seekers list their education, skills, and experience without substantiating them… Read More »

 Job Search Success Is Not Complicated

Most people over-complicate the process of achieving success. Achieving success is often perceived as a complex puzzle, or according to those who play the ‘I’m a victim!’ card, only available to those who are supposedly privileged. The fact is there’s a simple equation for achieving success, which Zig Ziglar famously encapsulated, “You can have everything in life you… Read More »

Preserving the Hidden Harvest: The Urgent Need to Protect Wild Food Plants and Biodiversity in the Philippines

The Philippines is recognized as one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots, boasting a rich variety of floral species, many of which are edible and have been traditionally utilized by indigenous and local communities. However, the alarming rate of plant species loss in the country threatens this natural wealth. Recent studies indicate a significant decline in biodiversity, with projections… Read More »

The Internet is Littered in ‘Educated Guesses’ Without the ‘Education’

Although no one likes a know-it-all, they dominate the Internet.  The Internet began as a vast repository of information. It quickly became a breeding ground for self-proclaimed experts seeking what most people desire: recognition and money.  Today, anyone with an Internet connection and some typing skills can position themselves, regardless of their education or experience, as a subject… Read More »

A Simple Tip for Building Your Own Charity Fund

Setting aside personal funds for charity can bring numerous benefits, both personally and for the community. On an individual level, donating to charity can boost self-esteem, elevate mood, and enhance overall well-being. Giving also fosters a sense of purpose and fulfillment, significantly contributing to life satisfaction. Beyond the personal benefits, charitable contributions strengthen community ties by supporting those… Read More »

Show Employers You Can Hit the Ground Running

Employers are increasingly stating: “We want someone who can hit the ground running.” Essentially, the message is, “Don’t expect us to explain the basics. We expect you to know your sh*t.” Employers understand you’ll need time to learn their business, applications, software, infrastructure, etc. However, they expect that you’re proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),… Read More »

DUMAAN BA ANG SUMMER?

It seems to have been a dream. Summer in Canada this year feels like a microcosm of the volatile weather (literally and figuratively, I must say) around the globe.  A friend of mine who is quite adept at astrology, says that these turbulent times are a sort of “spring cleaning” as we usher in the Age of Aquarius.… Read More »

The Rise of Food Bank Use in Toronto: How You Can Support

The food insecurity situation in Toronto has reached alarming levels. Recent statistics from the Who’s Hungry Report 2023 – Daily Bread underscore the severity of the crisis: These statistics highlight the urgent need for food and clothing assistance in our city. You can play a crucial role in addressing this crisis by supporting local non-profit organizations such as… Read More »

You Can Minimize the Odds of Being Ghosted

When job seekers complain about being ghosted—a form of silent rejection where candidates hear nothing after submitting an application or having been interviewed—I wonder if they’re unaware of the changes in social norms and mannerisms. Do they not know that social norms and the workplace are intertwined? Since the advent of social media, manners, courtesy, and empathy have… Read More »