LGBTQ2S+
Blog
Valuing the skills of LGBTQ2S+ people creates better workplaces for everyone
LGBTQ2S+ people, especially trans and gender-diverse people, face significant hurdles as they strive for employment, education and skills training in Canada. Twenty-five to 40 percent...
Blog
Fostering innovation in cybersecurity through diversity and inclusion
The demand for cybersecurity talent right now is growing exponentially. Globally, an estimated 1.2 million cybersecurity jobs are currently available, and many of the roles...
Research
New Working Arrangements
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a rapid rise in the number of Canadians who are teleworking. While for many the transition has been positive, and a significant number of workers and employers indicate an interest to continue teleworking arrangements post-pandemic, there are inequalities in access and ability to telework. It is urgent that society responds in ways that will chart a path forward as the pandemic continues to unfold.
Project
Digital marketing for small business
Small business owners will enhance their digital marketing capabilities to address these vital skill gaps and build resilience.
Project
Tools and resources for gaming and digital media entrepreneurs
Founders of interactive digital media or game studio businesses who are racialized, BIPOC or LGBTQIA+ benefit from a toolkit and program that makes entrepreneurship in this sector accessible to more Canadians.
August 31, 2020
27 minutes
Podcast
Season 1 | Episode 2
Addressing Inequalities in the Workplace
Driven by an equity, diversity, and inclusion lens, the Future Skills Centre recognizes the competitive advantage that comes from fostering innovative solutions which address the...
Featuring: Heather McIntosh, Maya Roy, Ed Ng , Jordan Wapass