PwC Recognized as One of Canada’s 2013 Greenest Employers

PwC was selected by MediaCorp. Canada Inc. as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2013. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to reduce our carbon footprint and to support our clients through sustainable business solutions and is in addition to recent recognition as a Top Employer and Top Employer of Young People.

Every day, we strive to make a positive difference on the environment by scaling back on our travel needs, reducing paper consumption, switching the lights off and computer monitors when not in use, and expanding our recycling programs.

Learn more about the award here.

Best Wishes on Your Exams

As the end of the school year approaches, we know many of you are getting ready for exams. You may feel a sense of fatigue and stress, and yet excited for the summer ahead. To help you better manage exam stress, here are a few tips to ensure your continued success:

• Eat right. A well-balanced diet is important in helping you think clearly.
• Sleep well. Often over-rated, sleep is crucial if you want to stay alert.
• Exercise. A key factor in relieving stress.
• Plan your time. Create a study schedule and set goals.
• Stay focused. Comparing yourself to others will only add to your stress. Set your own pace.

 Click here to learn more about effectively handling your exam stress.

 We wish you the very best on your exams and a safe and fun summer ahead.

Let’s Make a Difference for Earth Hour

Join us to make a difference on March 23, at 8:30pm (all time zones). We’ll be turning out the lights at our offices across the country for Earth Hour. Together, we’ll raise awareness about energy conservation.

We're encouraging everyone we know to play their part by doing the same thing - our employees, new recruits, alumni, clients - the list goes on!  It’s just another example of how we're bringing our commitment to Corporate Responsibility to life.

Apply now for PwC’s National Recruitment Conference

If you’re in your first, second or third year of an undergraduate business program specializing in accounting, then this is your opportunity of a lifetime. Apply now to experience PwC’s National Recruitment Conference.

This is your opportunity to discover the right CPA/CA career path, connect with our leadership team and sharpen your possibilities for a career that will make you stand out in the crowd. Experience PwC’s innovative, teach-don’t-tell and community focused culture first hand.  

PwC will cover flight, transportation and accommodation costs to our exciting new venue, 45 minutes outside of Toronto, June 17-19.

For further details on how to apply, click here and follow the instructions on our application page. The deadline is March 27, 5pm (GTA & South Western Ontario), April 1, 5pm (Quebec) and April 5, 5pm (all other regions).

PwC awarded 2013 Employer of the Year by Dalhousie University

Thanks to you, we stood out in the crowd. We’re humbled and honoured to be selected by students and members of the career services management team as Dalhousie University’s ‘2013 Employer of the Year’.

During our decade long partnership with Dalhousie, we have extended more than 84, four-month long co-op work terms to students in their Bachelor of Commerce program. They filled roles in our Audit and Assurance, and Tax Services areas, one person even joined us to assist with campus recruiting. And more than 90% returned for full-time career opportunities with us.

Your career is just that, yours. You choose it. You live it. You make it happen. To get the best from it, you need the best opportunities. That’s why opportunities are at the heart of a career with us and we’re thrilled that this is recognized by Dalhousie University. 

 Click here to learn more.

Inspiring and Celebrating - International Women’s Day

Women make a difference every day.

On March 8, we join the global community in honouring and celebrating International Women’s Day. We appreciate the positive economic, political and social achievements of woman past, present and future.

The success of women continues to be a priority at PwC. In the past year, our Diversity & Inclusion strategy has focused on engaging women in leadership programs, employee diversity ‘circles’ and creative awareness campaigns.

Join us in this opportunity to thank women who inspire you.

 Click here to learn more about Diversity & Inclusion at PwC.

More Than Just Accounting - Sean's Amazing Race Canada Audition Tape!

This past week I entered into the Amazing Race Canada with my long time friend Kevin Shaw. If you haven't checked out our video, please do so at: Sean and Kevin - Amazing Race Audition Tape but what most of you will not be aware of, is how the final product was drastically different than what Kevin and I initially had envisioned.

PwC recognized as a Best Diversity Employer

PwC was selected by MediaCorp. Canada Inc. for the first time as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers in 2013. PwC’s success lies with its focus on diversity and inclusion - celebrating different backgrounds, voices and experiences to create innovative ideas for clients and value for our people.

In the last year, PwC launched a number of new diversity and inclusion initiatives, including:

• leadership programs
• open dialogue circles with employees
• creative awareness campaigns like “You’re Not What I Expected” and “I Am Diverse”
• Diversity Circles - such as LGBT, Women, Pan-Asian and Black Professional - to network and build relationships

This award follows PwC’s most recent acknowledgements for being one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers in 2013 and for being Canada’s Top Employers for Youth in 2012.

Learn more about the award here.

PwC Recruiters Reveal Personal Brand Tips

Your personal brand is something you build every day. Two of our Campus Talent Acquisition Specialists, Elizabeth Bendia and Fiona Grieve, want you to sell yourselves in the first 30 seconds of your next job interview. Watch their video on our Facebook to learn their ideas and advice on how to make your personal brand resonate with employers: http://on.fb.me/YHspN8.

If you haven’t done so already, download the PBW workbook.

Day 5: Build Your Personal Brand Plan

Pop quiz: What do you get when you combine a list of your accomplishments with a depiction of your personality? Nope, not your resume but something called a branded bio.

On day five of Personal Brand Week (PBW), James Temple, our Corporate Responsibility director, will help you communicate your unique promise of value. James shares tips to get people excited about who you are and what you have to offer. He also shares his own branded bio to inspire you to think about your own.

Watch James’ video on our Facebook page and leave a comment or question: http://on.fb.me/YHsikw.

And don’t forget to download the PBW workbook.