Women
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
Labour market implications for racialized youth
Through a review of academic and industry reports and an analysis of policies and programs, this report aims to identify the barriers faced by racialized youth in employment and education;
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
Research
Experiences of Discrimination at Work
Discrimination in the workplace has been a prevalent issue in Canada, and the problem seems to have been intensifying in the years since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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
News
Alberta town banks on future payoff with program paying tuition for some residents
Madeleine Cummings, CBC News — May 13, 2022