CTPA wishes you all a happy Tamil Heritage Month. On Jan. 24, we held our third annual Tamil Heritage Month mixer at the Chinese Cultural Centre. This year, we had a special focus on the arts and culture with guest speaker presentations on poetry and bharatanatyam, classical performances and art showcased by local Tamil artists. Thank you to our guest …
How to be well-liked in the workplace
Social etiquette in the workplace can go a long way. It can be the leading factor to getting that promotion. Being an overall pleasant person to work with, or for, can be a strong driver to building a successful career. People naturally want to work for someone who recognizes their talents, challenges them, and is a nice person. Alternatively, people …
10 steps to building your personal brand online
What if I told you that I got a job offer because of my personal brand? An actual permanent, full-time, decently paid job. What if I told you that you can too? I am going to save you the time and trouble of reiterating the same old advice that you may have already come across: being consistent with your branding, …
To network or not to network, that is the question…
Often times, attending networking events is not easy for many people. When you are invited to a networking event, the first feeling that may come to your mind is anxiety. You are not alone. This is a common feeling for many professionals. You are putting yourself in a place where you may not know anyone. You will be in situations …
Celebrating IWD with advice from Canadian Tamil female entrepreneurs
“Own your passion. Know your value. And start!” By Dilani Rabindran, Contributing Writer It wasn’t until I founded my own consulting company a few years ago and began to face obstacles as a female business owner that I realized how vital International Women’s Day truly is. It is a day to highlight and celebrate the achievements of women globally, and …









