This holiday season, on behalf of our clients we will be donating to Black Mentorship Inc. Black Mentorship Inc. is an organization dedicated to the empowerment of Black professionals in Canada through mentorship, education and leadership development programs. MentorCity has partnered with Black Mentorship Inc. for many years, and I’ve
As we wrap up 2025, I’ve been reflecting on the Forbes article featuring three HR leaders looking back on this year’s biggest lessons. Their take was clear: 2025 was defined by volatility—rapid AI adoption, political tension, and constant pressure to move fast. However, many leaders and organizations learned the hard
🌟 Mentorship builds stronger leaders and better businesses. Join the conversation on the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, where SK Uddin explores the stories behind business success, presenting Shawn Mintz, CEO of MentorCity. Key Highlights: ✅ The power of mentorship for personal and professional growth ✅ How MentorCity simplifies and scales
The Link Between Mentorship and Retention In every organization, the biggest hidden cost is turnover.Replacing an employee can cost between 1.5 to 2 times their annual salary, factoring in recruiting, onboarding, and productivity loss (Gallup). But while many organizations focus on salary, perks, and benefits, few invest deeply in what
Why Mentorship Is the New Employee Retention Strategy Organizations everywhere are realizing that mentorship and employee retention go hand in hand. Employee turnover is one of the most expensive and disruptive challenges facing organizations today. Many are turning to mentorship and employee retention programs to build loyalty and engagement. According
Mentor Canada is hosting Canada’s first, national Mentor Summit, this November 13-14, 2025, in Calgary, Alberta Mentor Canada is building a mentoring movement in Canada based on research, international best practices, and capacity building, particularly for organizations addressing barriers to employment and inclusion. As an organization that understands the value
Government Mentoring Solutions Build a Stronger, More Connected Public Sector Workforce MentorCity partners with federal, provincial, and municipal governments to strengthen employee development, foster collaboration across departments, and create inclusive career growth opportunities. Since 2012, government agencies across Canada have trusted MentorCity to power their mentoring and coaching programs. Why
Mentoring isn’t one-size-fits-all. When powered by the right technology, it becomes a flexible tool that organizations can utilize to address various challenges, from employee engagement to alumni support. Here are 10 powerful online mentoring software use cases for businesses, universities, associations, and nonprofits: 1. Employee Growth & Retention Employees paired
Bring people together around topics, themes, and projects that matter. Whether it’s all mentors in one place or a focused group working toward a shared goal, Spaces gives your community room to grow, connect, and thrive. Create private or public spaces around topics, themes, initiatives, and projects. Share relevant courses,
At a glance 92% reduction in administrative work hours 650 hours saved per intake by eliminating manual coordination 87% reduction in no-show
Organizations are seeing a dramatic change in talent development, as 40% now use technology to improve mentoring’s effect in remote and virtual settings. Companies have
Only one in 10 teachers in state-funded schools have a formal mentor, yet mentoring and coaching provide powerful professional development opportunities. The need becomes clear
2026 started with a bang. It’s National Mentoring Month, after all. I’ve been reflecting on a recent Harvard Business Review article that explores a familiar challenge:
Nonprofit organizations that create mentorship programs demonstrate their commitment to staff development and community growth. The structured approach helps reduce burnout and turnover – essential
Mentorship reshapes educational outcomes in powerful ways. The numbers tell a compelling story about mentoring in education: 92% of students showed significant improvement in their
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