Jobs of the Future

These stories about career paths, local jobs, programs and tales of success that highlight North Bay's diverse job market are made possible through the continued support of Laurentian University as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Performing Arts career, 'I loved the atmosphere and each day was different'

'There is no glass ceiling in this industry as long as you’re willing to expand on your skill set and show that you want to learn and do more, the sky is the limit'

Aug 30, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Plug in and go at Port North Bay

'I thought, with all my contacts and experience, this would be a great fit for me to be a part of that ecosystem in helping get their vision and ideas moving in the right direction'

Jul 31, 2023 1:15 PM Read more >

Print Three progressing well under Dayna Panay's watch

'For a lot of my business, knowing that things are happening in the store and that it’s staying local is key'

Jun 27, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Finding the perfect dress is the 'best part of the job'

'It is so heartwarming to help people find that dress that is going to make their day special'

May 30, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Jobs: Mike Bissett give advice on a career in Financial Advising

'A lot of people think it's a numbers game, and there is that aspect, but there are also professionals who an Advisor works with that specialize in that part of the business.  As much as I'm running this business, I'm not the only person involved'

Jan 18, 2023 7:00 AM Read more >

Source for Sports North Bay overcomes the struggles of pandemic

'That was probably one of the scariest tightrope walks, but ultimately, it's the best business gamble I've ever taken because once things opened up, we had product and not only were we selling it in North Bay but we're also selling it to outside markets who didn't have those things in stock'

Dec 29, 2022 5:00 PM Read more >

Green Fox Kitchen's plant based meals growing in popularity

This is a side passion project for the Chippewa Secondary School teachers who say for a long time, their friends had been commenting on the lunches they brought to work

Dec 21, 2022 7:00 AM Read more >

Drashti Patels career path in health brings her to Strato Labs

'When Strato Labs opened up, it opened a new opportunity for me to pursue something right in my field of education. I applied, went through the interview process and when I was successful with getting the job, I was very proud'

Dec 7, 2022 1:00 PM Read more >

Jennifer Taun's team providing counselling services in North Bay

'As a team we get to co-facilitate and develop these groups together. Which is another benefit of having Social Workers work together'

Nov 23, 2022 1:00 PM Read more >

Doulas assisting parents before, during and after childbirth

'We are there to support the birthing person, but also their partners or someone else in their lives who may be their main support person'

Nov 9, 2022 1:00 PM Read more >

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