Fostering a network of innovative partners in skills development to prepare Canadians for the future of work.

Who we are

190 +

skills development projects spanning every province and territory

economic sectors represented

25000 +

Canadians receiving hands-on skills training

79 %

of projects serving underrepresented and disadvantaged groups

Our Areas of Focus

1Research Insights

Our research, learning and insights go deep and wide to help all Canadians — including policy makers, researchers, practitioners, and employers — to better understand key trends and leading practices and acquire the tools and resources to prepare for the skills that will be needed for the workforce of the future.

2Innovative Skills Approaches

By investing in disruptive, future-focused innovation alongside our project partners, our skills development projects identify emerging and in-demand skills and test new methods of training delivery – helping Canadians make informed decisions about their career pathways and the opportunity to benefit from shared prosperity.

3Engaging with Partners

We work closely with partners to build a pan-Canadian network, exchanging ideas, sharing knowledge and to encourage the adoption of best practices, particularly amongst underserved groups. Through our events, community of practice, and knowledge sharing, we strive to ensure our work is accessible to Canadians.

engagement

Focus on Indigenous initiatives and partnerships

We take a closer look at the ongoing innovation projects and research developed with our partners to better inform and support skills training and economic recovery in First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities across Canada.

Latest News

The Future Skills Centre welcomes Selena Zhang as Director, Strategic Initiatives, and Sarah Gaikwad as Director of Operations

Skills and sustainability: FSC gets ahead of the shift to support decarbonization

Future Skills Centre tackles ongoing skills shortage by investing in programs helping thousands land in-demand jobs for today and tomorrow

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The Future Skills Centre welcomes Selena Zhang as Director, Strategic Initiatives, and Sarah Gaikwad as Director of Operations

Selena Zhang is a creative and action-oriented leader with a track record of delivering innovative initiatives that prioritize marginal voices, test new ways of creating…

engagement

Skills and sustainability: FSC gets ahead of the shift to support decarbonization

We are launching a new skills strategy to support and build sustainable futures for Canadian workers, business and industries

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Future Skills Centre tackles ongoing skills shortage by investing in programs helping thousands land in-demand jobs for today and tomorrow

Toronto, May 12, 2022 —The Future Skills Centre (FSC) takes on the growing skilled labour shortage and widening skills-to-jobs mismatch by announcing today a $19M…

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