Rural, Remote, & Northern Communities
State of Skills
Digital Tools in the Skills Ecosystem
There is considerable promise in the role digital tools and virtual career services can play in improving access to training and career development, particularly for those with geographic barriers or constraints such as family care or other work responsibilities.
Research
The Role of the Hunter in Inuit Nunangat’s Mixed Economy
In this research, we discuss how hunter skills are essential to the livelihoods of Inuit communities and can be adapted to a wide variety of...
In the Media
Real estate development incubator aims to increase industry diversity
A new incubator program aims to make the real estate development industry more reflective of the city’s diversity. Led by consulting firm Monumental and the University of Toronto Infrastructure Institute, the FutureBUILDS BIPOC Real Estate Development Incubator invites mid-career entrepreneurs for a five-month course that will provide training, connections and on-site learning.
In the Media
Ontario's labour shortage continues to worsen as retail sector braces for busy holiday season
Several industries calling for help with nearly 400,000 jobs unfilled in the province
In the Media
Canada needs a net-zero workforce to reach a net-zero future
Pedro Barata, Wendy Cukier & John McNally, Canada’s National Observer — Jun 21, 2022
In the Media
There is a skills gap and the future of work will require stronger soft skills, study shows
Radhika Panjwani, The Globe and Mail — Jun 12, 2022
Research
Digital Skills for a Future-Ready World
We know that digital skills are essential for a strong post-pandemic recovery. But we don’t have a clear picture of the exact digital skills that Canadian employers are looking for.
We need to understand these gaps so we can respond with the right tools and training.
Project
InTeRN: a young, northern workforce enters the world of ICT
A two-year network computer technology program geared to providing entry level skills and supports to Indigenous youth in Northern Manitoba.