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Project

ArtWorksTO

In an effort to more accurately reflect the diversity of the population, there is a great demand for equity-deserving artists across the arts and culture sector. However, careers in arts and culture most often involve non-traditional employment, with professionals taking up multiple employment opportunities, including self-employment, entrepreneurship and contract jobs within a range of organizations.
Indigenous mother and daughter share a pair of headphones to listen to music together
Research

Learning From One Another: Building a Stronger Skills Development Landscape in Nunavut, Northern Ontario, and Yukon

Skilled trades are a priority and among the top occupations in demand in Nunavut, Northern Ontario, and Yukon between 2024 and 2045; meeting this demand remains a persistent concern. Which type of organizations play a key role in sustaining Northern trades? What are the factors that impede Indigenous and Northern students from working in the trades even after they’ve participated in training programs? What plans are in the works that will allow for sustaining training, collaboration, and reduction in duplication in skills development services? Read the impact paper for a look at three programs that are making a difference, and an analysis of more services and approaches that could meet the demand for skilled trades in Canada’s North.
A Japanese female teacher filming an online class in her classroom
Project

Reimagining Experiential Learning in Online Learning for the Digital Economy

This paper synthesizes and identifies the gaps in the research on online experiential education.
Teacher of Computer Science standing in front of students in modern classroom and conducting lesson
Research

How Are Educators Navigating the AI Revolution?

In this research, we examine whether post-secondary educators are using generative AI tools in their teaching practice and discuss their concerns about this emerging technology.
Event

Empowering Youth in Canada: Navigating Career Prospects and Well-Being

As youth unemployment rates in Canada increase, with marginalized groups facing additional barriers, it’s crucial to address the challenges and opportunities for young people entering...
Young person in front of Pride flag
Project

Lift/Futur en Tête: What Works for Work? Employment Integration in Youth Service Hubs Across Canada

Youth mental health is closely tied to young Canadians’ economic participation. Not only do mental health challenges act as a barrier to entering the labour market and pursuing educational credentials, but youth who are not in employment, education or training (NEET) are at greater risk for declines in mental health.
young person working on a laptop
Research

Indigenous Youth in Finance: Navigating a Complex Path

With Indigenous youth a rapidly growing force in the Canadian labour market, the education, financial, and non-profit sectors can explore pathways to help choose careers in finance and management.
In the Media

Land your big break: Entry-level job strategies for recent graduatesexternal link icon

Shane Schick , The Globe and Mail | September 30, 2024 When successful people talk about getting their “big break,” it often sounds like sheer luck. Maybe a friend or family member made a crucial introduction to an employer ready to bring on fresh talent, or they landed the job because the employer’s first choice went elsewhere.
In the Media

Future-Proofing Canada’s Biomanufacturing Workforce: National Skills and Training Study Delivers Critical Insightsexternal link icon

The Canadian Alliance for Skills and Training in Life Sciences (CASTL) | September 24, 2024 Study finds 74% of employers plan to hire in the next three years, with 50% of new hires expected to fill manufacturing/production and laboratory technician roles.