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Young adults hit hard by pandemic’s economic impact, survey suggests
by Raisa Patel — Toronto Star, Nov. 30
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Making up time: Careers and education of young adults disrupted by pandemic, survey reveals
TORONTO, November 25, 2021 - The pandemic dealt a heavy blow to young people in Canada, disproportionately affecting their careers and educational paths, and especially those who are Indigenous, Black or have disabilities, according to a new survey from the Environics Institute.
In the Media
Canada lags other countries in using career advisory services, study shows
Nov. 18, 2021 — written by Irene Galea, The Globe and Mail
News Release
Majority of Canadians not accessing career services despite unprecedented job market shakeup, reveals new report
OTTAWA, ON, November 18, 2021 – Today the Labour Market Information Council (LMIC) and the Future Skills Centre (FSC) released new research which finds that few Canadian adults are taking advantage of career services at a time when COVID-19 has dramatically impacted Canada’s job market.
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Small businesses get injection of support to tackle skills gaps and labour shortages
November 8, 2021 – Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in four regions of Canada will get a much needed boost backed by 50 chambers of commerce and boards of trade. Many have faced acute labour market disruption due to the pandemic and need critical access to resources and tools to bolster skill development and talent retention to support future growth.
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A fresh look at the reasons why women and men are self-employed
October 25, 2021 — Policy Options, by Aherthy Jeyasundaram
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Nation-wide training program focuses on changing the course of Black-owned business and economics
Toronto, October 21, 2021 ‒ A training program providing skills, networking and mentorship for over 400 Black entrepreneurs across Canada was launched today by the...
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Future Skills Centre boosts upskilling for new technology in key economic sectors with $14 million investment
October 13, 2021 – The Future Skills Centre (FSC) today announces seven key partnerships with employers and industry groups to support skills development and research in sectors of the economy that are either at high risk of automation or that will be key to Canada’s future success and integral to recovery.
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Boosting skills upgrades in key economic sectors
We’re investing in key partnerships to support skills development and research in sectors of the economy that are at high risk of automation and will be critical to Canada’s future long-term success.