Candace S.

Candace S. has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Candace is currently working at Aecon Group Inc. as a Talent Acquisition Business Partner, with a focus on diversity programs and leading the AWIT (Aboriginal Women in Trades) initiative for the utilities sector. Prior to this, they held a similar role at the same company, also in the utilities sector.

Before joining Aecon Group Inc., Candace worked at Realm Canada Ltd as a Human Resources & Senior Site Project Manager. Their responsibilities included managing site supervisors and acting as a liaison between the company and commercial general contractor clients. Candace also drafted reports on all projects to ensure project resources were effectively utilized.

Candace previously served as the Human Resources Manager at JsBskin Incorporated. In this role, they were responsible for the end-to-end recruitment cycle, including job descriptions, job postings, interviews, and reference checks. Candace also oversaw employee on-boarding, performance reviews, and exit interviews. Moreover, they ensured compliance with various labor laws and managed staff transactions related to salary information, terminations, benefits administration, and payroll.

Earlier in their career, Candace worked as a Job Developer at both Youth Employment Services and WorkLink Employment Society. At WorkLink Employment Society, they also served as a Job Developer/Facilitator/Office Manager for the Job Options BC Urban Older Worker Program, where they prepared participants for employment through group and individual-based programming, training, and work experience. Candace also provided personalized support and developed action plans for participants.

Additionally, Candace held the position of WorldHost Customer Service Program Manager/Trainer at WorkLink Employment Society & Destination BC, where they provided training to enhance customer service skills. Candace also worked as a Job Developer for the Job Options & Pathway Youth Project at WorkLink Employment Society and served as a Deputy Returning Officer & Elections Support Assistant at Elections BC.

During their tenure at UforChange, Candace held various roles including Interim Opportunities Director, Youth Program Coordinator, and Youth Outreach Worker.

Overall, Candace S. has amassed a wealth of experience in talent acquisition, human resources management, project management, and program coordination across various industries and organizations.

Candace S. earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Honors degree in Equity Studies, Political Science, Disability Studies, and Indigenous Studies from the University of Toronto between 2004 and 2010. Additionally, they obtained various certifications including WHMIS/GHS Training from Workplace Law Consulting in February 2020, a Certified Human Resources Professional certification from the School of Continuing Studies at the University of Toronto in 2019, Working at Heights certification from Workplace Law Consulting in October 2018, and the WorldHost Fundamentals of Customer Service Trainer certification from Destination British Columbia in 2012.