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Most desirable skills for the future of work are definitely not “soft”
In a time of rapid change and continued uncertainty, building out of a “she-cession”, there has been a fundamental shift in how employers and employees...
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Black History Month an occasion to look to the future for youth in STEM
February is Black History Month, and while history offers a look at the past, on this occasion I would like us to turn our attention...
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Canada needs a bolder approach to skills training
With labour unrest back in the headlines, it is reassuring to know there is at least one thing on which workers and bosses can agree:...
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Indigenous nation thrives after “investing in ourselves” – Q & A with Membertou Chief
This article first appeared on the Magnet website. It is a great example of the value of partnerships between Indigenous peoples and businesses that can...
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Accelerator program helps sustainable commuting organization turn ideas into reality
As a sustainable commuting organization, pointA works to reduce the negative impact of congestion and create a healthier, happier workforce. When we were offered the...
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Workers with disabilities will soon become the new norm
Disability inclusion is driving the future of work in this country. You may not be aware of this, but it’s happening. And businesses that don’t...
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Accelerator pilot program favours experimentation and innovation
The Innovation Lab at the Future Skills Centre (FSC) makes it easier for project partners to innovate, helping them to test and improve upon new...
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A new way to farm: Agtech and the future of farm work
Agricultural technology – or agtech – receives a lot of attention these days, whether from policy makers concerned with rising food prices, farmers and processors seeking to be more efficient, hedge funds looking for investment opportunities, or tech companies expanding their reach.
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Reconciliation demands learning and closing the gaps in Indigenous labour opportunities
Indigenous peoples compose 4.9% of the total Canadian population, as of 2016. However, we have experienced significant growth in our numbers recently, with an increase...