Category: Campus Life

School clubs are an amazing way to get involved and gain life experience, learn, and lead into jobs in the future. By taking part in these clubs and teams, you have a better chance at getting a job in that area.

For example, by taking part in a group such as student council or student government, you are learning substantial information about politics, governments, running events, and more. These can be extremely important qualities to have learned about and experienced depending on what field of work you end up in. Joining the student body at school can make chances of you getting a job higher because you learn valuable, lifelong skills and lessons.

If you are interested in entering the arts, we suggest joining the club that fits your interest. For visual art students, some schools have an arts club where they teach and practice various forms of visual art. This gives students a glimpse of what they will be doing in their future jobs. For musical students, there is a wider variety of clubs available at most schools. There is typically a marching band or a concert band, a jazz band, choir, and some schools also offer soloists or small groups to perform at concerts. These are an amazing way to prepare yourself for the future, especially in terms of performances due to the fact that performing is an important part of music. These clubs are excellent to include on resumes.

If you enjoy engineering, construction, science and math, robotics is a great club for you to join. You have the opportunity to learn about these things through building robots. This is a fun learning experience that also happens to be an amazing way to lead to a job in the future. Including this on your resume shows people that you are familiar with using computers and technology.

STEAM is perhaps the best club to join if you’re concerned about it leading to a job. The STEAM club stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics. If you are interested in any of those things, we strongly encourage you to join this club that is offered at most high schools. Some schools have a STEM club which is the same thing, just without the arts incorporated into it. This club teaches you about working on a team, and about different aspects of all the subjects in the name of the club. This experience is definitely one to take part in, and is something that appeals to people searching for jobs in these areas of work.

Lastly, if you are interested in pursuing a career in sports, athletics or kinesiology, sports teams are the way to go. Most schools offer a wide variety of sports teams including basketball, volleyball, football, soccer, field hockey and a swim team. Depending on the sport you’re interested in pursuing as a career, we suggest joining that team to increase the likelihood of you getting a job or being recruited for that sport.

No matter what career path you are interested in taking, there is most likely a club that can help you get a job in that area in the future. Make sure to remember this when you are deciding whether or not to join or try out for clubs this year.

Sources:

1. https://gocoderz.com/blog/3-things-kids-can-learn-robotics-program/
2. https://medium.com/@HelpfulScience/how-and-why-do-you-run-a-science-stem-steam-club-9d245c97c027

https://blog.prepscholar.com/list-of-extracurricular-activities-examples

In 1848, the women’s suffrage movement began. Females all across New York State joined together to stand up for themselves and their rights as human beings. Since then, we as a society have come a long way with women’s rights. However, we still face significant challenges daily, especially in the workplace. There are countless ways in which women experience this, some including sexual violence in the workplace and unequal pay. Many women also face discrimination, especially when it comes to leadership roles and promotions.

Studies have shown that approximately 8/10 women experience sexual violence in the workplace in their lifetimes. This affects women daily, and it is something that is less commonly experienced with men. Through the recent #metoo movement, millions of women all around the world have had the courage to voice their experiences with sexual harassment, and therefore this issue has been vocalized significantly more than before. Women have been terrified to go into work; a place that is supposed to be safe, and a place of business; a place we have to go in order to make a living. Workplaces are supposed to be a professional, safe place, and it is long overdue for significant change.

Another way women are treated unfairly in the workplace is their pay. The majority of people are still blind or willfully ignorant to the fact that men still earn more money than women. The law in most places state that everyone must have equal pay despite their gender. However, this isn’t being followed by most companies around the world. It has been said that for every dollar men make, women make approximately 79 cents. When added up to what various genders make annually, men make a significant amount more than women. Females are constantly facing inequality, quite frequently without their knowledge of it.

In terms of discrimination with leadership roles and promotions, females are not represented nearly enough as they would be if the workplace had a truly gender-equal environment. The stereotype that men are stronger, more powerful leaders is constantly displayed within the workplace, and therefore has a negative, unfair effect on business-women.

William Keepin, co- author of Divine Duality: The Power of Reconciliation Between Women and Men states, writes “In all societies, both women and men are powerfully conditioned to repress the daily realities of (sexual harassment and workplace glass ceilings) and to collude with the rest of society in keeping these dimensions of shared experiences hidden.” With that, I strongly believe that gender-inequality is a major issue in the workplace. The best way to combat these gender inequalities is to start examining and changing policy and human rights laws that deal with inequalities across the board so everyone can truly feel the effects of an equal, all- inclusive society/world.

Sources:

1. https://iwpr.org/publications/sexual-harassment-work-cost/
2. https://www.cnbc.com/2019/04/02/heres-how-much-men-and-women-earn-at-every-age.html
3. https://ywcavan.org/blog/2018/09/gender-equality-workplace-where-are-our-female-leaders

https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/tag/sexual-harassment

The idea of returning to school after a long, relaxing summer is never overly enthralling. Students usually tend to dread the idea of going back; so much so that the word ‘school’ can’t even be spoken. It seems like a lot of students nowadays have a very negative perception of school. Not all, but most. I’ll admit, I wasn’t very excited to go back at all. It’s admittedly quite difficult to get back into the routine of school; you have to get up early and get ready to leave for school where you have to learn. I’m pretty sure that anyone would choose their warm comfy bed over a boring classroom. School may not be very exciting at times but that doesn’t mean it’s all bad.

This year, I am going into Grade 11. I think that’s one of the reasons why I was apprehensive going back; time is moving very fast and I am fearful that I can’t keep up with everything. I also know that this year is going to be a challenging fight to win. Going into a new grade can be both scary and exciting; you don’t know if you’ll have any friends in your classes, or if you can continue to keep your grades up. You also go back to school knowing that each year will be at least a little bit more challenging than the other, especially in high school. You want to be able to get into a good University so that you can have a good future. Every year you constantly put the pressure on yourself. Sometimes you may not even feel motivated to get back to work, especially after the summer. Here I have provided some tips on how to keep a positive mindset during the school year.

Establish a routine: Creating a routine for school mornings and nights always makes going back to school much easier. That way, you can create time for everything. I would suggest setting an alarm for the morning (or maybe 5 because getting up in the morning is extremely hard). Try and go to bed at a decent hour especially for back to school because studies show that teenagers between the ages of 14-17 need at least 9-11 hours of sleep to properly function. Otherwise, you get sleepier and can’t perform properly with your studies. Sleep is also known to reduce stress levels so it is important that you get a good bit of sleep during the school year.

Take Care Of Yourself: I don’t know if everyone is like this but when I am in school, my main focus is school, and school only. I am not the best at taking care of myself during the school day, whether it be the small things like chapped lips or dirty glasses, I tend to get bothered easily during school because I am still a bit tired. I suggest to bring a small bag of items you may need during school: a small pack of tissues, chapstick, glasses cloth (if you wear glasses), maybe a small snack so that you do not get too hungry during class. Don’t just take care of yourself physically but also, mentally. School is one of the leading causes of anxiety and stress in teens. It’s important that you take your mental health into consideration during school. Don’t push yourself too much and cause a lot of stress and anxiety on yourself. There are many ways to cope with stress and anxiety during school: meditation, sleep, keeping organized, exercising which can be good for both your physical and mental health. Or, you could just try and confide in a friend or trusted adult to feel better, talking about your feelings is always helpful.

Focus On The Positives: Everything in life has a positive side to it. Nothing’s all bad. During the school year try and look past all the stress and anxiety you may be feeling. Look at the future and how much the hard work that you are doing will pay off in the end. School is not all that bad, it can be fun too. You get to spend a lot more time with your friends and get to see them more often-this might not be the case when you graduate and people go their separate ways.

Websites used:

https://www.helpguide.org/articles/sleep/sleep–needs–get–the–sleep–you–need.htm

https://www.verywellmind.com/top–school–stress–relievers–for–students-3145179

Way before the Women’s March of January 21, 2017 in Washington, DC took place—which is reported to be the largest protest in U.S. history—women have always fought a battle for pay equality and fair treatment in the workplace. But that monumental march helped bring these long-time issues to the forefront. Thanks in part to the Women’s March, now only are these topics now openly and actively discussed across all applicable platforms, including lectures, events, and social media, people are also making all-out efforts to do something about it. For them, it’s time for big changes to happen.

Leading the Way

Pay equality between men and women is no longer a pipe dream. In fact, several countries are already way ahead of the curve, particularly the Nordic countries Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and Finland. Based on the World Economic Forum’s “Global Gender Gap Report” for 2018, these are the Top 4 countries where females are in equal footing with their male counterparts. It didn’t happen overnight, of course. Like other countries, they also had their struggles to get to where they are now, and a strong political feminism movement in the 1970s, especially in Iceland, helped paved the way. After all, the very first female president in the world came from Iceland by way of Vigdis Finnbogadottir in 1980.

Apart from a strong support of female empowerment, these Nordic countries also have policies that affirm equal responsibilities between parents in terms of childcare are in top priority. In these countries, fathers—not just mothers—have access to a sufficient period of parental leave, allowing for a fair division of childcare obligations between parents. In contrast, in most other countries, childcare responsibilities still fall heavily on the shoulders of mothers, which almost results in lesser opportunities for career advancement.

Falling Behind

While other countries have made progress—or are making progress—it can’t be helped that there are some which continue to lag behind. In some of these countries, girls are not provided with equal opportunities for education as the patriarchal mindset still clings to the idea that it would be the boys who will be the main breadwinners for families, present and future, not the girls when they become adults and reach marrying age.

In other cases, women are not paid at all for their labour and they are regulated to merely domestic chores and prevented to go after opportunities to reach their full potential in their careers.

Gender Equality in Canada

Canada is not behind the times when it comes to the issue of gender equality, but the situation certainly has a wide area for improvement. According to Statistics Canada, the labour force remains to be dominated by males as of June 2019, with only 61.4% of females who are employed as compared to 70.1% of males.

When it comes to management positions, the difference is staggering. As of 2018, 64.9% of employees in management level are males, leaving a measly 35.1% for women in the similar positions. One may argue this is due to the limited number of educational opportunities for women, but that seems to be out of the question at this point since the statistics don’t lie. In fact, as of 2016, 51.6% of the population with post-secondary qualification holders are women, and only 48.4% are men. Women also fare better in completing high school and obtain higher test scores in reading, mathematics, and adult literacy. So what gives?

There’s no clear-cut answer why gender equality still seems to be elusive, but the important thing is that things are progressing. In fact, in a recent Global News article featuring nine women who defied the odds to thrive in what were previously believed to be male-dominated industries like medicine and finance, it’s possible to break the barriers. This doesn’t mean that women should feel compelled to one-up men in their respective workplaces but to focus on pushing towards their goals and ensuring that the work environment is conducive to collaboration and teamwork. After all, it is through working in harmony—despite the differences—where we can achieve long-lasting success.

SOURCES

https://blogs.imf.org/2019/10/15/the-economic-cost-of-devaluing-womens-work/

https://www.wsj.com/articles/where-women-fall-behind-at-work-the-first-step-into-management-11571112361

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2019/mar/01/only-six-countries-in-the-world-give-women-and-men-equal-legal-rights

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/have-we-achieved-gender-equality-nine-canadian-women-respond/article29013155/

https://www.statcan.gc.ca/eng/topics-start/gender_diversity_and_inclusion

Looking after plants can be fun and helpful for the environment. Horticultural technicians work with plants to help them stay healthy and to keep gardens and indoor plants looking nice and free of problems.

If you have plants of your own, you know that they need different levels of care. A cactus needs only a bit of water but lots of sun, while something like an ivy needs much more water. Some plants do well in the sun, but others need shade. Horticultural technicians work in greenhouses and all kinds of gardens and other places where plants grow to find the best spots for each kind of flower or shrub. Sometimes horticulturalists move, or transplant, the plants to places where they can grow better.

Horticultural technicians usually work with other gardeners at universities, in parks, and other places where people want to have plants growing. They put plants in places where they can grow well and transplant them if necessary. Watering and fertilizing the plants is also part of the job, and sometimes horticultural technicians might need to mow lawns and trim the edges to make sure that gardens and yards look as good as possible.

Taking care of pests and diseases is a large part of gardening. Horticultural technicians need to know about the kinds of insects that live in the area where they work, and about how to deal with these problems. Cutworms, slugs, and other small animals can destroy plants, and rabbits or deer can eat the leaves or flowers. Horticultural technicians need to find ways of dealing with animals like these to help keep them safe if possible.

Horticultural technicians can learn much of what they need to know on the job, but getting a certificate is a good idea. The Green Careers Canada website is a good place to check for programs across the country.  Apprenticeships are also available and can help students understand how to deal with a variety of issues, such as drought, too much rain, or other issues that affect the health of plants. Learning how to keep good records of the work is also important.

People in this job tend to spend much of their time outside, digging in the ground or kneeling down to take care of the plants. They need to be strong enough to lift heavy bags of soil and be healthy enough to walk around or to kneel down and stand up. Working in bad weather might be necessary, although strong winds or heavy rain might mean that work has to stop for some time. The work tends to be seasonal, but people can still find work, even in winter.

Salaries for horticultural technicians start at about $25,000 and can rise to almost $53,000 for people with experience in the field. Working as a horticultural technician is a good choice for anyone who likes to work with plants and who knows how to deal patiently with problems that come up throughout the growing season. If this describes you, why not consider this trade?

Bibliography:

Government of Canada. “Landscape Architectural Technician near Toronto (ON).” https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/marketreport/outlook-occupation/22560/22437.

Landscape Ontario. “Horticultural technician.” https://horticulturetechnician.ca/program/441c-horticultural-technician/.

Neuvoo.ca. “Horticultural technician salary in Canada.” https://neuvoo.ca/salary/?job=horticultural+technician.

University of Manitoba. “Landscape & Horticulture Technician/Specialist (2225).” https://umanitoba.ca/student/careerservices/careerplan/occupations/landscape-horticulture-tech.html

With the stress often accompanying post-secondary education, the last thing on students’ minds is getting a job. Haven’t they got enough to worry about? Well, as daunting as it may seem to pick up a part-time job, there are pros and cons to working in your very own school.

Benefits of a Job on Campus

First thing’s first, you’re on campus! You no longer need to worry about arriving late or getting lost on your way there. (Well, you may need to worry about tardiness, but that’s a whole other can of worms.) A job on campus also helps you know your way around, especially if you’re still relatively new. Not to mention, you also save on gas or bus money since you can probably walk straight there.

One of the best things about working on campus is the opportunity for networking. Just like with off-campus jobs, you never know who you’ll stumble into. A professor, faculty member, or even involved student can stumble into your workplace one day where you can build rapport for down the line.

Also, and this should be obvious; you get to make money. Yes, it’s far more important for some students to focus on their grades than a paycheque. But, some students don’t mind balancing the two if it means they can earn a little something extra. Sometimes, it isn’t even considered “extra”, however. Sometimes, students must work in order to pay their way through school because they do not have the same support financially, as others- it is becoming more and more common these days.

That said, why not kill two birds with one stone? Some campus jobs offer you the chance to work with professors or in communities that look great on resumes. You get to pick up experience, become better acquainted with staff and faculty, and better your chances of the job you want once you graduate. Plus, depending on where you work and for how long, you may be eligible for awards and bursaries rewarding your campus involvement.

Disadvantages of a Job on Campus

An important factor when deciding whether to pick up an on-campus job is the money. Sure, you’ll make it, but it’s probably going to be less than what you’d make outside of your school. Unless you work as a research assistant or something similar, jobs in pubs or stores probably won’t pay as much as you’d expect.

Another factor is that you may not have a lot of options. Chances are, people already have the position you want and it’s not like a ton of opportunity pops up during the school year. Especially not as frequently as the outside world. So, you may be stuck with a less than savoury gig until you find something better.

The Bottom Line

It really all depends on your time, schedule, and personality in the end. Are you interested in networking with those on campus? Would you rather spend the gas money for a job that’ll ultimately pay better? Are you too slammed with homework to even think about a job?

Consider these questions before making the leap. Once you’ve weighed your options, it’ll be easier to make the final decision.

You know the feeling. You’re overwhelmed, anxious, and feel like your drowning. You dread the following day because you know it’s going to be another busy day fueled by 4 hours of sleep and a granola bar. That’s when you know it’s time to slow down. There are many ways that you can slow down your pace in life, even if you think it’s impossible. The bottom line is that you must make compromises with your activities so you don’t compromise your well being, mental and physical health. You are the priority. Take care of yourself before anything else. Here are a couple ways to slow down your busy life and take care of yourself:

Consider taking some time for yourself. Join a yoga studio, be creative, try meditation, sleep-in, or do any of the things you love. By taking time for yourself you allow your brain and body to relax and refocus. You will become more alert, you will have less stress, and you will quickly become much more happy. It’s very important to incorporate time for yourself in your busy schedule in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

The best way to slow down is by removing something from your routine. For example, if you do track and field, swimming, art classes and have a job, perhaps think about taking time off from one of those activities. Be aware of your goals and the things you enjoy most. If you realize parts of your day-to-day routine are making you feel worse and overwhelmed, eliminate it from your schedule. You will have more time to do things you love and to be yourself. You will also see a number of positive impacts due to the fact that your mind will be much more clear, and you have room to improve on other parts of your life.

If the problem is at school, the best way to slow down is by prioritizing your time. Time-management is a very important skill in school, work, and in life in general. You can do this many ways, one of which includes creating a schedule for yourself. By making a schedule and sticking to it, you make enough time for everything you wish to accomplish. It’s important to stick to your schedule in order to complete it. Also, it’s very important to include breaks when you are planning your time. If you don’t give your brain and body a chance to rest and reset, you won’t be able to focus or complete the tasks to the best of your ability.

By doing any of these things to slow down, you will feel much more calm and focused. It’s so important in this time and day to remain as happy as you can. Our day-to-day lives have become so crammed with activities and work that it is incredibly important to make time for yourself to rest- your future health depends on it!

Resources:

https://moodsmith.com/too-much-to-do/

https://quickbooks.intuit.com/r/employees/8-tips-for-effective-time-management/

https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/careers/soft-skills/time-management-list-tips/

Letting things go is a tough task. Whether it involves relationships, a habit you’re trying to break, or a decision you wish you had made, letting go is a hard thing for anyone to do.

In order to “let go”, you must first make that decision. Forgiveness and rebuilding trust takes time. Allow yourself to take that; there’s no rush. Realize what it is that’s making you feel this way, and choose to let that go. Allow yourself to forgive the situation or person that is putting this pressure on you. It may be hard for you to let go, or it might be easy; be okay with either of these. Making the decision to let go is the first step to moving on.

Try to bring yourself to the present. Notice that the tension you’re feeling is not caused by an event that is occurring right at this moment and that’s it’s in the past. Think about the place you’re in, the people near you, the objects that you’re surrounded by. If you are having trouble doing this, practice the 5 senses meditation technique: Think or say out loud 5 objects or people that you can see, touch 4 objects and describe them, think or say 3 things that you can hear, 2 things that you can smell, and 1 thing that you can taste. Doing meditations like these help you to be grounded instead of holding on to regrets, and therefore makes you unable to let go of what you’re holding onto.

An important part of moving on is not to blame anyone. Try not to blame yourself or others for the pain you’re going through. This can be the most challenging part of letting things go, and can be the reason that blocks people from doing so. It’s an important part of forgiveness to realize that the pain you’re going through is not caused by you or by anyone else. One way of practicing this is by putting yourself in someone else’s shoes. Imagine how others around you or those involved in the situation that you’re holding onto were feeling. Challenge the thought that’s making it feel like your fault, or someone else’s. Try not to give into the thoughts that are blaming these people because it’s a very strenuous task to move on while experiencing this feeling of blame.

Once you have done these, it’s time to distract yourself. Indulge yourself in doing the things you love. Being creative or active are great ways to do this. If you are having trouble letting go, it is likely that your thoughts are going in spirals. By distracting yourself, you are allowing that spiral to break.

Letting go of the past is difficult, and these things might not all happen at once, and that’s okay. Give yourself the time to let go of the past and to move on. One day, you’ll wake up and realize that you are no longer clinging to the past, and that you have moved on. Be patient, that day will arrive.

Sources:

https://zenhabits.net/letting-go/

https://psychcentral.com/blog/learning-to-let-go-of-past-hurts-5-ways-to-move-on/

https://www.pickthebrain.com/blog/7-ways-to-let-go-of-whats-ailing-you/

I have spent my whole life surrounded by cats and dogs- caring for them and loving them. I was an animal lover way before it became the norm as fostered by social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter where cuddly fur-babies have their own pages, gaining followers like celebrities and influencers.

Thus, when I stumbled upon the Toronto Humane Society’s website and saw that they were looking for volunteers for an upcoming Mega-Adoption Event, which was slated for three days (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday), I jumped at the chance, submitting my application on the same day. Apart from the fact that I adore animals, ultimately, I strongly believe in promoting awareness for the humane treatment of animals and giving pets the love and care they deserve; this was a good opportunity to volunteer for an organization that’s dedicated to the cause.

A few weeks later, I received an email about the training for the various volunteer positions for the event, including greeters, checkout admin, retail, and dog loading. I was assigned to the checkout admin duties for Saturday and Sunday, which meant I was one of those who would verify the adoption documents and ensure everything is in place—the required forms are all complete and filled out properly, the adoption fee was duly paid, and others. I could not be more excited.

In the streetcar on my way to the event, I overheard a couple talking about adopting a pet, and they were set on getting a dog. I had no idea how huge the event was going to be (although the Mega in the title should have tipped me off), so when I stepped into the Queen Elizabeth Building, I am sure my jaw dropped open. The volunteer coordinator welcomed me and I then proceeded to the checkout admin desk, wore my volunteer shirt, exchanged pleasantries with fellow volunteers, and went right to work. The first few minutes were not busy, and the idle time allowed us volunteers to exchange stories about our own pets.

The chitchat was temporary though, as soon enough, there were hordes of people who could not wait to get home and spend time with their newly adopted adorable canines and felines. As they were headed out, I got to pet some the furry creatures before they go to their furever home. Some had interesting names like Galaxy, Luna, Fawzi, Panther, Monterey, and Chaplin. It was so heartwarming to see so many dogs and cats get adopted. When my shift was done and I had to leave, there were still a considerable number of cats waiting for their future pet parents, but I was hopeful they would find homes by the end of Sunday, and I couldn’t wait to help out again.

By Saturday evening, I got a Thank You email from the Toronto Humane Society from the volunteer coordinators, who shared with us that the Mega Adoption Event was a huge success, and in a big way. It turned out that all of the 600 furry creatures up for adoption found loving homes to call their own. What was supposed to be a three-day event was cut down into two days because they ran out of animals up for adoption! It was heartwarming news indeed, and I feel proud that I got to help out in my own little way.

Utter the word “museum,” and the initial reaction most likely would be complete silence or outright dislike. After all, thanks to films and TV shows, museums were always portrayed as the place where fascinating old stuff that you are forbidden to touch are showcased—artifacts and various objects with artistic, cultural, historical, or scientific relevance. However, much has changed in the landscape of museums, and while they still do put in display precious artifacts, they are much more than that in recent years.

A great example is the current “Zuul” at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) in Toronto, ON. This exhibit features the actual dinosaur bones (including a skull) discovered by archeologists in Hill County, Montana in the United States. At the same time, they offer a plethora of interactive exhibits that focus on the wonderful discovery, including a video game where you can face off with other dinosaurs from that era.

With museums integrating technology, the more need there is for museum technicians and conservators. If this is a career that you’re thinking of, read on below as we take a comprehensive look at this burgeoning career.

Museums Technician and Conservators – What You Need to Know

Museum technicians and conservators are primarily responsible for the classification and the cataloguing of artifacts and works of art. In addition, they take on the lead in constructing, installing, and maintaining displays, and when the need calls for it, they are also the key players in restoring of display items to support conservation efforts. Other duties may include taking inventory of museum items, conducting tours and assisting with the planning and development of exhibitions and special events should travelling be required.

While their main work environment is a museum, they can also be employed in art galleries, archives, science centres, parks, aquariums, zoos, botanical gardens, libraries, cultural centres, and other historic or heritage sites.

To succeed in this industry, museum technicians and conservators need to have excellent attention to detail, time management, and organization skills. It’s also a given that they need to be well-versed in arts and culture trends, and  it helps to keep themselves up to date on prominent artists or exhibits around the world. Most of the time, they need to conduct their own research and therefore need to have research and analysis strengths.

Salary

According to Neuvoo.ca, museum technicians and conservators can earn from $42,000 per year up to $72,930 and beyond.

Skills

If you are looking at a career as a museum technician and conservator, you can opt for degrees or certificates in History, Archaelogy, Museum Studies, Anthropology, as well as Library, Archival, or Information Studies.

Professional affiliations and connections will also be an advantage for those who aspire for high-level positions in the future. For example, the Canadian Museums Association (CMA) is a national organization dedicated to the continuous growth of the Canadian museum sector and provides training and support for any professional in the industry via development programs, conferences, publications, and networking opportunities.

Pros and Cons

For those who are truly passionate about arts and culture and history, being involved in a field that encompasses all these things is a benefit enough. Plus, museum technicians and conservators have the advantage of seeing exhibits or art works before anyone else and therefore they are frontline in the excitement.

However, the job comes with disadvantages too, and one of those is working long hours and being available for all types of events. It can also be extremely taxing especially when traveling is required. On the plus side, travelling is certainly something to look forward to by those who don’t want to be confined in an office space most of the day.

SOURCES:

https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/marketreport/occupation/16240/ca;jsessionid=227494E917D54F3B7050A4928217B0A9.jobsearch74

https://www.rom.on.ca/en/collections-research/research-community-projects/zuul

http://www.museums.ca/

https://neuvoo.ca/salary/?job=conservator