Excellent programs have been developed. Many well-trained professionals are now working in the area of career development. Equally important, many others now see the need for career development and are actively supporting it. Career development is moving into the mainstream and gaining a greater profile within professional circles. The need for career development is enormous.
High unemployment is a global problem and Canada's figures fall within the mid-range.
It is possible that, in the future, there will not be enough paid employment for all. Therefore, there is a need to build on, and extend what we have accomplished, in order to meet the challenges of the future. Now the rules have changed. Companies are downsizing. There is massive unemployment and a surplus of qualified workers in many areas.