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Shock-proofing projects

We are making a $32 million investment in workers and employers in Canada. These 64 innovation projects explore ways evolving or emerging sectors and technologies can support workers displaced from socio-economic shocks as well as strengthening the economy of tomorrow.

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Monitoring climate change in the Northwest Territories

This project builds local capacity for community-based monitoring of towers to measure climate change in…
Two young women working on connecting the servers with wires.

Digital transformation in applied learning

Virtual learning will enhance student success in training programs on information technology, agriculture and food…
A personal support worker handing medication to an elderly man.

Futureproofing the PSW workforce

Personal support workers (PSWs) will engage in timely and accessible education, partnered advocacy, and professional…
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Impact of remote work on engineering and technology jobs

This project will study the impact of working-from-home on new graduates, women and newcomers to…
Young girl with headphones using a bandsaw in woodworking class.

Empowering young moms in Northern Manitoba

Young mothers benefit from career exploration, development and skill building.
Young woman stocking inventory in grocery store with clinical mask on.

Enhancing skills among persons with disabilities

Persons with disabilities can enhance their employability by acquiring professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes that…
Young children looking at snails outside.

Learning outside together

Early care and learning professionals gain knowledge and skills related to outdoor play and Indigenous…
Crane machinery with student using a VR headset in background.

The autonomous microfactory

This pilot project focuses on skills training in digital fabrication, automation, and collaborative robotics, using…
A group of students sitting outside on university campus.

Shock-proofing skills for the not-for-profit sector

Current and future not-for-profit managers will gain knowledge and skills to build resilience and growth…