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Research

Supporting Inclusive Work-Integrated Learning as an Employer

Work-integrated learning and placements are critical bridges to employment. Employers who offer inclusive placements can access a wider talent pool, improve retention and performance, and foster innovation through diverse perspectives.
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Research

Gearing Up for Global Exports: Identifying Skills and Promising Practices to Support Indigenous Exportersexternal link icon

Indigenous small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs) in Canada continue to be under‑represented in global trade due to long‑standing barriers that limit their access to global markets, financing, and export‑related support.
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Research

Mentoring for Black Nurses—A Retrospective Study

The project explored the role of mentorship in pathways to nursing, including education, employment and advancement, and how anti-Black racism manifests for both internationally and Canadian-trained professionals.
Project

Leadership Development for Indigenous Communities

To address the economic gaps that persist between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in Canada, Workforce Warriors Inc. launched the Leadership Development for Indigenous Communities project.
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Blog

Impact Story: Empowering the Future by Advancing Opportunities for Black Youth in STEM

As we look toward building a more inclusive and innovative future, it's essential to reflect on how we support Black youth pursuing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
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State of Skills

Work-Integrated Learning

Work-integrated learning can be effective in developing technical and soft skills among learners at different levels, including in high schools, colleges and universities and in professional roles.
Event

FSC at the CEWIL Key Insights on Work-Integrated Learning

We’re excited to share that Steve Richter, Manager of Policy, Future Skills Centre, will be speaking at CEWIL members-only webinar, to discuss key insights from Future Skills Centre’s investments in Work-Integrated Learning (WIL).
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Project

A New Model for Workplace-Integrated Learning

The project aimed to enhance bioscience programming by implementing educational and training initiatives across three key streams: new-skilling, re-skilling and upskilling.
Blog

Advancing Canada’s Bioeconomy: How BIOVECTRA is Addressing the Biomanufacturing Skills Shortage

The biomanufacturing industry faces a pressing challenge: a sector-wide skills shortage projected to reach 65,000 workers by 2029.