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Shock-proofing project

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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Resilient newcomer women in Northwestern Ontario

Research aims to identify opportunities and barriers to full labour participation by newcomer women in…
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Language learning for young newcomers

BCIT students pursuing skilled jobs receive English language training and content to support them in…
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Virtual services for career practitioners

This project is a needs assessment of career practitioners and their capacity to offer online…
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Cook to connect

Cook to Connect supports newcomers’ transition into the workplace through an innovative program that provides…
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North Coast skills hub

This virtual platform will serve as a skills training and career development tool for people…
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VILA: Virtual inclusive learning academy

Adults with physical and cognitive challenges participate in a virtual hub that offers life skills,…
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Georgian College: Digital transformation strategy

This project will increase knowledge, skills, comfort, and use of extended reality technologies.
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National Accessibility Resources for Employers (NARE)

This project will create and share resources for employers in disability management on a national…
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Alberta digital employment training

Newcomers gain employment training through online learning to meet labour market needs.