Across Canada
In the Media
Changes to LMIA focus on youth hiring, job postings
In addition to longer minimum advertising period, employers must demonstrate recruitment efforts encouraging youth to apply for jobs
Research
Supporting Inclusive Work-Integrated Learning as an Employer
Work-integrated learning and placements are critical bridges to employment. Employers who offer inclusive placements can access a wider talent pool, improve retention and performance,
and foster innovation through diverse perspectives.
In the Media
Expert highlights high importance of microcredentials amid AI boom
HR professionals hoping to help boost productivity at their organisations may want to turn their workers’ attention to microcredentials.
In the Media
The women most at risk from AI aren’t in the rooms designing it
Canada has positioned itself as a global leader in artificial intelligence. We have the talent, the research infrastructure, and the institutional ambition. What we don’t yet have is a plan to ensure that the AI economy works for everyone building it.
Research
Preparing for the Workforce as a Neurodivergent Student
As a neurodivergent student, you bring unique strengths, perspectives, and skills to your studies and future career.
Research
Gearing Up for Global Exports: Identifying Skills and Promising Practices to Support Indigenous Exporters
Indigenous small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs) in Canada continue to be under‑represented in global trade due to long‑standing barriers that limit their access to global markets, financing, and export‑related support.
Research
Mapping Indigenous Export Potential: The Intersection of Indigenous Self-Employment With Canada’s Export Economy
Indigenous-owned SMEs operating in export-engaged industries tend to be more resilient and achieve higher growth than those serving only domestic markets, yet the Indigenous export rate (7.2 per cent) remains well below the Canadian average (12.1 per cent).
Research
The Art in Artificial Intelligence: Impact of Generative AI on Canada’s Creative Sector Workers
This project examines the implications of generative AI for creative sector workers using an occupational and task-level analytical framework previously applied across Canada’s labour market.
Research
Banking on AI: Generative AI Adoption in Canada’s Financial Sector
For financial sector leaders, this report identifies specific, evidence-backed use cases for generative AI deployment.