Canadian Energy Career Quest

Overview

In this dynamic activity, students will embark on a digital scavenger hunt using a computer, tablet, or smartphone to scan QR codes that unlock quick, captivating videos from real energy industry experts—offering a firsthand look into their careers and the exciting opportunities waiting in the world of energy. The videos come from Electricity Human Resources Canada’s (EHRC) Greening a Generation playlist and the Centre of Excellence for Energy Speaker Series, showcasing diverse voices from across Canada’s energy sector.

NB Curricular Connections

Science 6/7/8

• Strand: Learning and Living Sustainably, Big Idea: Responsible and Sustainable Practices: Skill Descriptor: Apply scientific and technological knowledge and an understanding of sustainable practices responsibly, Achievement indicators: Explore Canadian-based science and technology careers in related areas of personal interest

Personal Wellness 9

• Strand: Career Connected Learning, Big Idea: Exploring potential career pathways: Skill Descriptor: Critically investigate and describe the labour market and preferred career pathways

Science 10

• Strand: Learning and Living Sustainably, Big Idea: Responsible application and sustainable practice; Skill Descriptor: Investigate Careers in Science

What you will need

• Computers, tablets, or smart phones
• Headphones (optional)
• Internet access
• Printed or digital career profile sheets
• Printed or digital QR Code “Career Exploration Sheets”

Instructions

1. Introduction
   • Begin with a brief discussion on the role of energy in our lives and the kinds of careers known in this sector.
2. Career Exploration
   • Using the QR codes and links provided on the Career Exploration sheets ask students to engage with explore the videos of the desired amount of career videos. Each video is about a minute in length.
   • While watching the Video have the students fill in a “Career Profile Sheet” for each video.
3. Synthesis of Knowledge
   • Ask the learners to pick one career and create a short pitch explaining why it may be a good fit for them and why it is important for the energy transition.
4. Class Discussion or Presentation
   • Ask students to present their selected career to the class.
   • Facilitate a discussion on how different roles contribute to Canada’s energy future.

Extension Ideas

• Consider pairing this activity with a discussion about the energy mix and different points of generation in New Brunswick using this link from NB Power, or the educational resources in the New Brunswick context available from Atlantica Centre for Energy New Brunswick.