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  • B.C. Reintroducing Skilled Trades Certification

    B.C. Reintroducing Skilled Trades Certification

    Suppose that your family needed to hire a plumber or an electrician. Your parents could ask friends for a recommendation or look online for the tradespeople who sound good. However, a better idea would be to have consistent standards for all plumbers or electricians. With the Skilled Trades BC Act, the government of British Columbia is making it easier to ensure that people in the trades have the skills they need for the work.

    The Skilled Trades Act is intended to help tradespeople maintain or improve their skills. If the act becomes official, the government will change the Industry Training Authority into SkilledTradesBC. This organization will focus on training for the trades, certification, and helping to support people in apprenticeships and other training programs. Having a standardized program will mean that people can learn what they need to know while giving them a place to look for more information on their trades.

    To be part of the program, people should be either an apprentice or certified journeyperson in one of ten trades, including electricians in the construction field, industrial technicians, and powerline technicians in the electrical trades. In the mechanical trades, the list includes refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics, gasfitters, and steamfitters/pipefitters, and sheet metal workers. The third category is the automotive trades including heavy duty equipment technicians, automotive technicians, and auto body and collision technicians.

    Helping people who are already in the trades is important, but newcomers are also an essential part of supporting the trades. An additional $5 million in funding will go towards dealing with waiting lists for trades programs, as well as other issues related to access to training and refresher courses. Keeping skills up to date is important for all tradespeople, and this program will help them to do that more easily. Going through the certification process can help to highlight areas that still need improvement.

    British Columbia used to have a Skilled Trades Act, but it was repealed in 2003. Reintroducing the certification process will ensure that all workers in a particular trade have the skills they need. Officials believe that the initiative will also raise the level of skill in the trades while making sure that enough people get into these jobs. That way, customers will always be able to find qualified builders or electricians when they need help.

    The certification will also help people in the trades to become more skillful and ensure that they know what they will need for their work. Sometimes it can be difficult to know what kinds of issues might become important in the future. A course in car mechanics, for example, could help people understand different types of cars and how they differ from each other. Courses for gasfitters could help people in that trade learn about important safety procedures and other essential parts of their work.

    The act received Royal Assent on March 10, 2022 and is now in the final process of becoming official. If everything goes as planned, the program will be ready by the end of the year. Soon, certification might bring greater consistency to the trades.

     

    Bibliography:

    Collision Repair Mag. “School’s In: B.C. Reintroduces Skilled Trade Certification for 10 Trades.” https://www.collisionrepairmag.com/schools-in-bc-reintroduces-skilled-trade-certification.

    HRR Reporter. B.C. Launches Skilled Trades Certification.” https://www.hrreporter.com/focus-areas/training-and-development/bc-launches-skilled-trades-certification/357118.

    Government of British Columbia. “About Skilled Trades Certification.” https://engage.gov.bc.ca/skilledtrades/about-mandatory-certification/.

    Industry Training Authority. “Skilled Trades Certification.” https://www.itabc.ca/skilledtradescertification.

    Vancouver Sun. “B.C. Introduces Skills Trade Certification for Apprentices, Journeymen in 10 Trades.” https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news/b-c-introduces-skills-trade-certification-for-apprentices-journeymen-in-10-trades.

  • Ways That Teenagers Can Start Learning Trades

    Ways That Teenagers Can Start Learning Trades

    For teenagers, the world of work can often seem far away. However, the time to decide on a career can come very quickly, and it is often good to begin learning as soon as possible. This is especially true of the trades, which often require people to have certain skills with wiring, welding, or other tasks. Learning everything after high school can be a difficult task, possibly taking years longer than necessary.

    However, high school students can begin early to learn what they need to know through programs that the provincial governments have established. If you are interested in pursuing work in the trades, you can already explore your options and begin to learn what you need to know.

    Normally, students in high school might be able to take a few courses related to the trade they want to pursue. However, they often need to wait until after they have graduated to be able to do more than the basics. Now, the governments in several provinces are trying to make the transition from high school to the trades much easier with registered apprenticeship programs that allow students to begin to learn the trades while still completing their high school studies.

    Alberta is one of the provinces helping to prepare teenagers for the trades with the Registered Apprenticeship Program. On-the-job training and work experience give students credits towards both high school and post-secondary apprenticeship programs. British Columbia’s Youth Train in Trades programs includes trade classes for high school students, while the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program includes courses for both Grade 11 and 12. Enrolling in one of these programs or something similar in other provinces can help students prepare for what they will need to learn after they graduate.

    Official programs like these are very helpful, but not everyone can participate in them, whether because the programs are not available in their area or for another reason. However, it is still possible to begin preparing for work in the trades. Developing what are called “soft skills” can be an important first step. These are the kinds of skills that are important in any job, such as getting to work or school on time, being able to finish projects, and learning to work with people. With these skills as a basis for their work, teenagers can begin to learn the specific skills they need to know.

    Getting to know people in the trades can also be a good way of preparing for a future career. Even if they are not working specifically in the same trade, they might have connections with others who can help mentor young people and give advice on what kinds of skills are useful for a career in a specific field.

    Having mentors can also be useful when the time comes to find work. Employers often receive hundreds or even thousands of applications for jobs in their companies and sifting through all of them can be difficult. However, a recommendation from a friend or colleague might draw their attention to a particular applicant. If you find mentors with large numbers of contacts in their fields, you might find that you have a job even before you apply for one.

    Even if the end of high school seems far away, you can already begin to learn about the trades. Whether you join an official program or find your own mentors, you can start to learn about the trades and see if they are a good choice for you.

     

    Bibliography:

    Careers in Trades. “Youth Apprenticeship Programs.” https://careersintrades.ca/whats-an-apprenticeship/youth-apprenticeship-programs/.

    The Conversation. “Canada Needs to Encourage More Youths to Pursue Skilled Trade Jobs.” https://theconversation.com/canada-needs-to-encourage-more-youths-to-pursue-skilled-trade-jobs-190205.

    INEDA. “7 Reasons Skilled Trades May Be the Best Path for a Teen.” https://ineda.com/blog/2021/12/20/skilled-trades-for-teens/

    Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program. “Talking to Your Teen.” https://oyap.ca/en/parents/talking_to_your_teen/.

  • What is the Labour Board?

    What is the Labour Board?

    Recently in Winnipeg, people working for the city government came close to going on strike because their union and the government had trouble coming to an agreement about wages and other issues. The issue was resolved, but situations involving work often need an independent opinion to help resolve them. Canada’s Labour Board works to keep relationships between employers and employees as positive as possible and works to resolve any problems that people encounter.

    Each province in Canada has its own labour board with a federal board dealing with national issues. The Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board handles issues between employers and employees, helping to resolve disputes and deal with complaints. Provincial labour boards do the same kind of work in their own regions.

    Labour disputes can happen for many reasons. Sometimes, workplaces are unsafe, or employees are not given the salaries or holiday time that they were promised. Often, employers and employees need to agree on a new contract when the old one is about to expire. If the two sides fail to agree on holiday time, paid breaks, and other matters, the labour board might need to help the two sides come to a decision.

    Each labour board is supposed to be independent, not favouring either the employers or employees. The idea is that the board can make decisions that benefit both sides, as well as the people who depend on that service. If garbage collectors go on strike, for example, the labour board might be able to help the two sides come to an agreement before the garbage begins to pile up and starts to smell.

    The labour board is useful for more than just renewing contracts. Sometimes, an employee might have a serious complaint against an employer. For example, the employee might be forced to work long hours without being paid for overtime work. The employee can go to the labour board to complain about unfair treatment. If the board investigates and finds that the accusation is true, the employee might receive extra compensation for the work and the employer might have to pay a fine.

    Unfair layoffs or firings are also part of the labour board’s work. Suppose that the managers of a company told the employees that they were laid off because the company had no money to pay them. If the managers immediately went out and hired other people for a lower wage, the employees might have a cause for complaint. Any employees who are fired unfairly, such as for being younger than the other employees or having a loud voice, could also complain to the labour board.

    When a complaint comes to the labour board, a tribunal of board members decides which of the two sides is right and what should be done about the situation. Sometimes the labour board decides in favour of the employer and sometimes the employee. The cases include personal complaints but also matters that affect groups, such as inadequate safety precautions or a lack of time off for medical appointments or other important activities.

    Many people can go their entire lives without dealing directly with the labour board. However, the board is still important in the lives of all workers.

     

    Bibliography:

    Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board. “Labour Relations Boards Across Canada.” https://www.fpslreb-crtespf.gc.ca/en/about-us/lrb-across-canada.html.

    Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board. “Mandate.” https://pslreb-crtefp.gc.ca/en/about-us/mandate.html

    Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board. “What is the Mandate of the Board?” https://www.fpslreb-crtespf.gc.ca/en/resources/faq.html#q2-1.

    Government of Canada. “Labour Program.” https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/portfolio/labour.html.

    Ontario Labour Relations Board. “Notices to Community.” http://www.olrb.gov.on.ca/.

  • 6 ways to lobby politicians to make a difference

    6 ways to lobby politicians to make a difference

    By Avreet Jagdev

    Have you ever been unsatisfied about something in your community? Perhaps you have an issue with the city’s potholes, or the public transit system. Maybe you disagree with a municipal policy — or you have a problem with a larger issue that provincial or federal governments are in charge of, such as healthcare or the military.

    Perhaps you are really passionate about a specific issue, one that you want to see more awareness and action around. Luckily, you have the option of lobbying politicians. Lobbying means to try to influence government decisions. It can be done by a group of people, an organization, or even just an individual.

    Here are some ways that you can lobby politicians to make a difference:

    1. Write an email

    In our digital age, communication has become quite easy! All it takes is a quick Google search to find your local MP (Federal Member of of Parliament) or MPP’s (Members of Provincial Parliament) email address. It is your elected representative’s job to represent their constituents, so if there’s something you care about, make sure you reach out and let them know!

    1. Create a petition

    There really is strength in numbers. This is especially true when you’re looking to create a change about something that really matters. If there’s an issue in your community that you want concrete action around, gathering signatures is a great way to show politicians just how many people care about the issue.

    1. Request a meeting

    It’s possible to schedule a call or a meeting with your local representative by reaching out to their office and asking to set up a time to speak with them. This is an especially good choice for issues that are less “black and white” and might require a lot of discussion.

    1. Volunteer for organizations that are working on the issue you’re passionate about

    If you really care about an issue, chances are, tons of other people do too. It’s a good idea to do some research and identify organizations who are fighting for the same issue you are. Chances are, they’re working on lobbying of their own! See how you can get involved and volunteer with them to strengthen their fight.

    1. Try a phone zap

    This is a specific method that involves pressuring politicians to take action. Similar to a petition, it involves a lot of people who are passionate about the same issue. Instead of collecting signatures, people make a large number of calls all at once, spreading awareness of the issue and demanding change.

    1. Stay politically involved

    At the very core of lobbying is staying politically involved. This means keeping up with what is going on in the government, exercising your right to vote, joining a riding association, becoming a member of a political party, and attending town halls or other events.

    It’s important to remember that we live under a democracy, so we have the power to make the change that we want to see in our communities.

  • Cruising through the Post-Covid World: Maskless Faces vs. Anxiety (French version available)

    Cruising through the Post-Covid World: Maskless Faces vs. Anxiety (French version available)

    Adjusting to the post Covid-19 world is a challenge that none of us ever saw coming. Right now, it appears that for most of us, life has reached a sense of normalcy. When you look around, most people don’t wear masks anymore. In some way, life looks exactly how it used to. However, this cannot be said for all of us. Some of us are still wearing our masks, pockets heavy with bottles of hand sanitizer. This can be for any number of reasons: being immunocompromised, living with someone who is, or even just for one’s own comfort levels. For many people wearing masks, it sometimes feels like we’ve gotten nowhere in the pandemic. Covid still feels like such an active threat, and that’s terrifying. Therefore, being around people who are no longer wearing masks can feel just as scary. This causes a great amount of additional anxiety to foster in one’s mind, making even the most casual of tasks feel daunting.

    I still wear a mask when I’m out. At one point, there was a cold going around my campus. I can’t tell you how many times people specified that they weren’t positive for Covid, they just had a cough. Maskless or not, many of our minds are so fixated on Covid that we forget that colds and coughs are extremely common, especially with the changing weather. Nowadays, hearing that one cough or sneeze is enough to cause you to stiffen up in your seat. So, how do we go about this new world? How do we ease that anxiety? I’ve included a few simple tips that may be the answer. 

    Practice Social Distancing: No matter what someone is doing, mask or not, you should always remain respectful of their choices. It’s still okay to keep your distance from others if that is what keeps you at ease. If you’re sitting in a lecture hall, you can try and keep a seat or two away from those around you. When standing in line, stand as far from others as you feel comfortable. However, let’s say it’s busy and you can’t social distance as well. Keep your faith in your mask and in your peers, so long as you keep the mask on and keep your hands clean, you should be fine. Try not to overthink these things, or you’ll get lost inside yourself and begin to spiral.

    Talk to Someone: Any kind of anxiety can feel terribly isolating. It’s likely that you’re not the only one feeling anxious about the decrease in mask usage. When you’re struggling, it’s never bad to reach out and talk to someone. This could be a friend, a parent, or even a professional, namely, a therapist. If you’re a student in post-secondary, there are tons of counselling services available for you. We’re all navigating this new world together, so know that you’re not alone in learning how to do so.

    Keep up with your Vaccines: Other than the masks, our main line of defence is vaccines. Keeping up with the booster vaccines will help keep your overall immunity up, keeping you and those around you as safe as possible. Something that may also help in this area is watching the news for updates in Covid hotspots. If your area is one, then at least you will be aware of it and be able to act accordingly.

    Don’t be Hard on Yourself: It’s so easy to criticize yourself. In my case (in the context of low comfort levels), I beat myself up a bit for feeling so out of place in school. Everyone else looked so casual, they weren’t wearing masks, sitting close to each other. Something I’ve learned is that comparing your comfort levels and situation to someone else’s is never productive. Not even a little. We all have different factors to consider when we decide to wear a mask or not. For example, I live with an old person, one who did not do well at all when they had Covid. I also live with many people who are immunocompromised. Some people live alone, and some know that even if they got Covid it would feel like a cold due to past experience. We’re all in a different place, so comparing yourself to others or critiquing yourself will achieve nothing.

     

    Works Cited

    Herman, Dr. Jaclyn. “5 tips to a safe, healthy fall season.” Brampton Guardian, 27 October 2022, https://www.bramptonguardian.com/opinion-story/10748871-5-tips-to-a-safe-healthy-fall-season/. Accessed 27 October 2022.

    “Unmasking anxiety: How to cope as mask mandates lift.” IndigoHealth, MultiCare Indigo Urgent Care, 17 March 2022, https://www.indigohealth.com/blog/un-masking-anxiety-how-to-cope-as-mask-mandates-lift/. Accessed 13 October 2022.

  • Navigating Post-Secondary: The Campus Experience

    Navigating Post-Secondary: The Campus Experience

    Transitions are some of the most difficult, yet inevitable parts of being young. When you’re young, everything is constantly changing. One of the most difficult aspects of transition is new environments; university is a staple of the unknown. Unlike most high schools, universities are made up of multiple buildings, filled with a bunch of people who you don’t know. In hindsight, that sounds terrifying. Not only are you thrusted into an environment where you know no one, but you are expected to do some work there too! It’s all incredibly overwhelming, and difficult to map out and understand.

    Not gonna lie, I used to be terribly anxious before heading to my campus at University of Toronto, especially after the pandemic. This new generation of college students not only has to deal with the transition from high school to post-secondary, but the transition from remote to in-person learning. That said, our lives lately have been filled to the brim with transitions and things that we have to adjust to. I’m not even going to sugarcoat it, at first, going to campus was like getting a root canal done. It was terrifying to me. My campus is about 15 to 20 minutes from home by car, and I’ve never actually been in a school that wasn’t five minutes away from home. Plus, I had not made many friends over remote learning; the one close friend I had was on a different campus. The first week was the most difficult, as I tried to familiarize myself with the campus and all of the faces on it. It wasn’t like I hadn’t been prepared; I’d been to campus a handful of times before. A week before classes started, I toured the campus to find all my lecture halls and classrooms.

    I knew where I was going, but I felt like such an amateur despite being in second year. I remember after one of my classes was over, I decided to take a little walk in hopes of calming myself down. It was a cloudy day, and it seemed the world reflected how I felt on the inside: grey. Everything looked so lifeless and unknown; the buildings loomed over me, and all of my fellow students looked like they knew exactly what they were doing and where they were going. Everyone seemed to know each other, making me feel like I was constantly missing out. Campus was lonely in those first few weeks, the kind of loneliness that swallows you from the inside. You may feel small, sitting in that huge lecture hall filled with unknown faces. That kind of loneliness can be hard to shake, but if you’re experiencing something similar, you will get through it. Below, I have included my main tips for making yourself at home on campus, and how you can soften this transition even in the simplest of ways.

    Find Those Windows of Opportunity: There are little windows of opportunity that allow you to meet people, and I would highly suggest taking advantage of them. Think of those few minutes before class when everyone’s waiting for the room to clear out, as well as group work and when you’re sitting in class. Even just being brave enough to say hi to someone can be the little seed that a friendship needs to grow. Sometimes it’s not even about making friends, but putting names to the faces. When I got to my in-person classes, I saw many people who’d had their cameras on during online class. I said hi, and we made some small talk in the classes we had together. Slowly but surely, that sense of community began to grow.

    Know That It’s Okay to Be Alone: If you’re having a hard time making friends, it can be easy to blame yourself or assume that something is wrong with you. Believe me, nothing is wrong on your part. Keep in mind that everyone else around you is also trying to navigate this transition to campus. Plus, many people have become used to the isolated nature of online learning; no one’s used to socializing like they did before Covid. Take it day by day; be gentle and kind to yourself.

    Join a Club: This one may sound typical, but hear me out. A club is a place where people who have common interests gather together. If you’re having a hard time connecting to people, try joining a club. Plus, clubs aren’t like classes. It’s not like attendance is mandatory, and there is not necessarily homework. In fact, some people have clubs solely to help each other with homework. Look at it this way: it wouldn’t hurt to try. If you’re worried about clubs taking time out of homework or studying time, remember that it is highly important that you set aside time for yourself.

    Don’t be Afraid to Explore: Something that makes campuses too intimidating is the thought of getting lost. In my case, I’d built my campus up as a big building, almost like a labyrinth that was filled with twists and turns down hallways I’d never been in. I was scared it would swallow me, that I’d never familiarize myself with it.  That said, the more you know something, the less afraid of it you are. In between classes, don’t be afraid to take a stroll through the buildings and have a little tour. That way, you can find some good study spots and food places! Or take a day to do this, perhaps during your reading week or when you have a day off.

  • YouTube Channels that Help you Learn How to Cook at Home

    YouTube Channels that Help you Learn How to Cook at Home

    By Rabia Khan

    It’s healthy to eat home-cooked food rather than binge on junk food. Initially, it may seem a painstaking task to try your hands at cooking but once you are used to stepping up to the food scene, it becomes effortless to cook if you know exactly what you have to do in the kitchen. So here are some YouTube channels that may hopefully help you navigate around your pots and pans.

    Here’s to healthy living!

    1. Binging with Babish

    Be it linguine, spaghetti, or vermicelli, Binging with Babish gives you ideas about cooking your meat, pasta, or bread – and a twist to your Italian food can make any day brighter, right? It’s totally worth making bread out of dough balls. Besides, it’s fun labour!

    1. How To Cake It

    If you’re a baking pro and want to up your skills by impressing friends or family with delectable, cute little things, How To Cake It helps you play around with funnel cakes and other baked items. It’s all about chocolate and vanilla magic, and you must give it a try!

    1. You Suck At Cooking

    You Suck At Cooking is a YouTube channel that makes cooking lasagna totally easy and uncomplicated. It’s a fantastic treat to your pasta menu and enlightens you about kinds of pasta that you’ve never heard of before. This is a must-try if your palate loves these recipes – a feast for the taste buds, I bet.

    1. Food Wishes

    We all have times when we’re struggling to grab a bite in the kitchen and trying hard to cook tasty food but fail. Food Wishes perfect your culinary senses to form a delicious platter in a convenient and detailed way that makes it all the more fun and satisfying.

    1. Pro Home Cooks

    Pro Home Cooks is all about easy-to-cook recipes that make you wonder why you were scared about cooking in the first place, because these Greenfield brothers help you thrive in the kitchen. Josh may have left the channel, but Mike continues to make videos for it.

    1. Serious Eats

    Serious Eats helps make complicated dishes look like child’s play. It’s all about wholesome ingredients and healthy choices. Take a bite into greens and feel a part of the sustainable movement – it’s time for an environmental revolution!

    1. Almazankitchen

    If you like building a home amidst nature, Almazankitchen will surely break all boundaries for forestry buddies. Imagine cooking near a flowing river and birds tweeting. Soulful ASMR sounds are enough to get your taste buds tingling. From simple and delicious chicken roasting recipes to spaghetti on a wood fire, get your cooking hats on!

    1. Gordon Ramsay

    Learn from the king himself! Not many are aware that cooking titan Gordon Ramsay has a YouTube channel to teach audiences culinary skills, and it’s completely worth giving a shot. You might be wondering if Ramsay would be playing with fire and throwing food in anger in his videos, but trust me, that’s not the case. Just like a typical YouTuber, he displays his hits of home cooking!

  • One Bad Apple Doesn’t Have to Ruin the Barrel

    One Bad Apple Doesn’t Have to Ruin the Barrel

    We’re well into autumn and the end is in sight for 2022. We’ve traded short-sleeves for sweaters and iced drinks for apple cider. The school year is well underway and the holiday work season is fast approaching. As you navigate all that comes with this time of year, remember that you don’t have to be perfect. We all make mistakes and we all have more to learn. When it comes to you and everything you do, one bad apple doesn’t have to ruin the barrel.

    This month, we have tips for those struggling with negative thoughts about wasted time. As we deal with things being relatively back to normal, we have advice for making your way through the post-Covid world. You’re not alone! Take time to read about the personal experiences of our writers Elora Pharai and Rabia Khan.

    Also be sure to check out our career profiles on developmental services workers, blacksmiths, atmospheric and space scientists, and choreographers. For fun things to do at home, check out YouTube channels and other social media profiles help you learn how to cook.

    As always, a big thank you to all the writers who contributed this month: Meghan Brown, Tiffany Chang, Susan Huebert, Avreet Jagdev, Rabia Khan, Sarah Leung, Elora Pharai, and Bhargavi Venkataraman.

     

    Sincerely,
    Anthony Teles
    Vice-President, Content

  • Cooking Creators on Instagram & TikTok for Amateur Home Cooks

    Cooking Creators on Instagram & TikTok for Amateur Home Cooks

    By Bhargavi Venkataraman

    Cooking is a life skill. There are many times in life when you may not have access to healthy delicious meals in your role as a university/college student or as a working professional. Most people turn to takeout or quick microwaveable meals during this time that soon become tasteless, boring, and very unhealthy. Fortunately, we live in the day and age of social media and technology, putting millions of amazing content creators at our fingertips. Below, I have compiled a very brief list of content creators, on TikTok and Instagram, who I have personally followed and are incredible cooks and bakers. They instill a sense of joy regarding cooking and food in general so that even if you might not find the activity the most enjoyable way of spending your time, you at least do not find it an unbearable task.

    Tiffy (@tiffy.cooks on Instagram and @tiffycooks on TikTok)

    Tiffy is a Taiwanese-American creator who shares numerous Asian-inspired recipes and delicious food with Asian flavours. If you’re looking for some experience with Asian cuisines, she is a great starting place!

    Nadia Caterina Munno (@the_pastaqueen on Instagram and TikTok)

    Nadia was born and raised in Rome, Italy and brings to us authentic recipes and dishes in an entertaining manner. I personally really enjoy her pasta recipes so if you are a fan of Italian cuisines and want to try some classic foods, she is a good follow!

    Tabitha Brown (@iamtabithabrown on Instagram and TikTok)

    Tabitha is a vegan Southern creator, mom, and actress. She brings an enthusiasm and ease to her videos that often make a possibly daunting task, cooking vegan food, a fun and easy task. For those who also want to create and experience vegan Southern food, a difficult niche to access in restaurants, she is an appreciable option!

    Matthew Merril (@mmerril on Instagram and @matthewinthekitchen on TikTok)

    Matthew began his career in food at the age of 10 when he appeared on Food Network’s ‘Kid’s Baking Championship.’ Since then, he has had numerous culinary experiences around the world that took him to TikTok in 2020. Now, he is in university and posts easy and creative dorm recipes, desserts, dinners, and all sorts of other meals that are perfect for students and adults likewise!

    Carleigh Bodrug (@plantyou on Instagram and TikTok)

    Carleigh is a NYT bestselling cookbook author and a sustainable creator on TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. She has great series such as “SOUPerb Soups”, “Sneaky Veggie”, “Veganized” and “Scrappy Cooking” that tackle a wide variety of comforting and wasteless recipes. If you are looking to figure out how to incorporate more veggies into your meals or want to learn more about zero-waste cooking, this account is a great find!

    Chaheti (@rootedinspice on Instagram and TikTok)

    Chaheti has been a food creator since only 2021 and uses her platform to share food, stories, and her South Asian culture. She posts numerous vibrant and tasty that use unique ingredients and are often South Asian inspired. If you are looking to try out a new cuisine or want a taste of India, this is a good beginning!

    As is evident by this list, there are so many amazing creators online that can help guide you in your cooking journey, no matter your expertise level. Here are a couple more creators that didn’t make it onto the list but are nevertheless amazing:

    So, whether you are trying to learn a new skill or building an old skill, use social media to take a risk and diversify your palates!

  • Jobs that Help People

    Jobs that Help People

    By Rabia Khan

    The world has been a messy place to live in and we’ve encountered some heart-wrenching stories during the pandemic. Social causes are something most people are passionate about. Helping one another makes the world feel better. Here are ways how to find jobs that help social causes that matter most to you.

    One of the best job would be that of a teacher. Teachers help students with their goals for the future, and their prospects of a satisfying career. They help in the overall development of the student’s personality. The focus of a teacher is always the student’s best interests at heart. Schooling is always at the forefront of bringing out a learner’s capabilities to the forefront. So the future decisions and development of a person are very nicely shaped by the teacher who should be open and supportive to students.

    Community service officers provide help with keeping the law, supporting the community in every which way they can. They work with the community to make life easier for the people there. In terms of crime prevention and other violent crimes that hinder the community, these officers give their best to ensure everyone’s safety.

    Home health aides are actively involved in their patients’ day-to-day needs like bathing, eating, cleaning, dressing, and other housekeeping duties. They see to it that their clients are well cared for and don’t lack anything.

    Dispatchers are the ones who receive 911 calls. They alert the emergency services about these calls after which help is sent to the caller. Meantime they help the distressed person to navigate the best actions to be done before help arrives.  These people are trained in crisis prevention and intervene to ensure the caller is always safe. These dispatchers operate the necessary equipment for dispatching to the place of emergency and act as liaisons between the caller and driver.

    Paramedics respond with speed to emergency calls. They provide care and support while the patient is in transit between their home and hospital. Paramedics provide CPR to patients in need and first aid to accident survivors.

    Personal trainers are fitness people who help individuals to achieve their health and fitness goals. They help the individual with their diet and give them good workout programs that fit their body type. Keeping in mind the nutritional needs of their clients, these personal trainers are what a person needs to feel healthy, competent, and fit.

    Social workers work with families and people to endure they get the proper resources to improve their lives. They help clients with mental health issues and help with major or minor crises that a family or individual is going through. They help with finding ways of counteracting anxiety and stress by providing assistance and support.

    Guidance counselors offer support and guidance to students in need of it, helping them in their professional and academic development. They help by interacting with the students, advising them about the best course of action that furthers their interests to build a better life. Depending on the student’s skill and experience, they help to ensure success in their career.

    Rehabilitation specialists help people by assessing their needs and interests. They assist with job searches and help the client in preparing for interviews. They assist by setting up goals that they help the client to meet by guiding them. A rehabilitation specialist also integrates with other social workers and nurses to see to the well-being of their client.

    Translators read and understand any edited documents to translate original documents. They need a good command of the language they are translating. Excellent communication skills and good listening skills are a prerequisite to a translator translating well. They cannot afford to make major mistakes because the original wording will be lost in the translated language.

    An occupational therapist helps with individual needs on a daily basis to ensure that the patient has proper health care. These people work with physiotherapists, social workers, nurses, and psychologists to see that the patient is well cared for. These people team up and help the client in their home. If the client has been hospitalized, then they work together to make the patient’s recovery easier.