November is National Career Month, a time for Canadians from coast to coast to recognize and celebrate the importance of career development, as well as the professionals who help others connect with their preferred futures. At Niagara College, that includes the dedicated team of Career and Co-op Consultants who support students in achieving their goals.
This year’s theme, “Amplify,” encourages colleges, organizations, and individuals to shine a spotlight on the power of career development. In that spirit, NC’s Career Services team is amplifying awareness of the many supports and services available to students throughout the year.
“National Career Month is the perfect opportunity for NC students to learn about and take advantage of the services and supports available to them through Career Services – not just in November, but all year round,” said Emily Caldwell, Career Consultant. “We want all NC students to have the opportunity to engage with us. Our team is flexible, approachable, and ready to support them with whatever they need.”
Throughout November, Career Services is hosting a variety of programming and initiatives designed to help students at every stage of their career journey – whether they’re exploring career options, preparing to enter the workforce, or looking to build professional connections.
National Career Month activities
Career Consultant drop-in hours:
Career Consultants will be available at both campuses to meet with students for one-on-one support with resumes, cover letters, job search strategies, career exploration, and more.
Resume clinics:
Students can receive personalized feedback from experienced Career Consultants to help fine-tune their resumes and make a strong impression on employers.
Professional headshots and resume reviews:
New this year, Career Services is partnering with Student Engagement to offer students free professional headshots – perfect for LinkedIn profiles and job applications. Registration is not required.
- Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake: November 18, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Wellness Lounge)
- Welland Campus: November 20, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Wellness Lounge)
Students can find the full schedule of National Career Month events on the NC Engage app or through the MyCareer portal.
To access the MyCareer portal, login to your MyNC and click on the MyCareer icon located on your home page. Once in the MyCareer portal, click “Career Services” to browse the events calendar, job postings, and other helpful resources.
Looking ahead: NC Career Fair returns February 2026
Career Services is also excited to announce the return of Niagara College’s Career Fair, the College’s largest career event of the year.
The fair will take place at the Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake from Feb. 4 -6, 2026, and at the Welland Campus from Feb 9 – 11, 2026, running daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Students are encouraged to use the coming months to prepare by taking advantage of the resources, workshops, and one-on-one support available through Career Services.
