2025 Career Development Symposium

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(This ticket provides in-person access ONLY to the "One Day Symposium" event. If you want to participate in webinars, you will need to purchase additional tickets If you have registered for any of the Career Development Conference 2025 packages that include in-person symposiums, you don't need to register for this event again.)

We are excited to present Career Development Symposium 2025. This event, one of Western Canada's most prestigious career development conferences, is now celebrating 28 years of excellence in fostering professional growth and innovation.

This year’s theme, "Breaking Through Limiting Beliefs, Yet Again," emphasizes that motivation is like showering—it requires regular attention for lasting effects. Our goal is to help you shed self-imposed limitations and empower both your clients and your own journey toward success.

Ticket Information:

There are only 200 in-person tickets available, so it’s essential to secure your spot early for this premier event. For those unable to attend in person, the conference will be streamed online, providing access to career development practitioners across British Columbia and throughout Canada.

This symposium presents a unique opportunity to connect with inspiring speakers and fellow professionals who share your dedication to advancing the field of career development.

Join us in exploring fresh perspectives and innovative strategies that can transform the way you approach your career and the careers of those you support. We look forward to seeing you there!

Western Canada's Career Development Conference 2025 Full Overview

To provide the best and most diverse experience for all participants, the 2025 event will be structured as follows:

All-Day Workshop - May 8, 2025

An all-day workshop will be held on May 8, 2025. This workshop aims to deliver a deeper, hands-on learning experience while offering additional opportunities for in-person interaction. Participants will engage in skill refinement, explore new tools, and collaborate with peers.

Career Development Symposium - May 9, 2025 - Vancouver

The Career Development Symposium will take place on May 9, 2025. Attendees can join this one-day conference either in person in Vancouver or via online streaming. The symposium will feature an impressive lineup of keynote speakers and sessions, covering a wide range of topics relevant to career development.

Career Development Webinar Collection

Starting on May 15, 2025, a series of 12 webinars will follow the symposium, running through June 24, 2025. These webinars will provide flexibility, allowing participants to build their experience in a way that suits their schedules, budgets, and interests. Specific dates and topics for the webinars will be announced soon.

This format ensures that all attendees can benefit from an enriching experience, whether they choose to participate in person or remotely.

2025 Career Development Symposium

May 9, 2025
SFU Harbor Center
515 West Hastings Avenue
Vancouver, British Columbia
Canada
V6B 5K3

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