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Trust and openness strengthen outcomes with FSC partners
Enhancing skills and supporting skills training is a key element of the mission of the Future Skills Centre (FSC). Our projects involve more than 10,000...
Research
Green occupations pathways: from vulnerable jobs to rapid-growth careers
The nature of work in Canada is changing. So is our climate. Can we alleviate both needs? Designing and implementing viable responses to automation requires a thorough understanding of the opportunities available to HRLM workers. Helping to transition these workers into high growth sectors of the economy is ideal (e.g., technology, cannabis, services). But policy responses that integrate with other public priorities will be the most effective and efficient.
Blog
Fostering innovation in cybersecurity through diversity and inclusion
The demand for cybersecurity talent right now is growing exponentially. Globally, an estimated 1.2 million cybersecurity jobs are currently available, and many of the roles...
In the Media
The future of work is now: All must have the opportunity to participate
Canada achieved an important milestone in September, with employment returning to its pre-pandemic peak. However, with the arrival of the Omicron variant, we anticipate a longer runway to recovery, which continues to be uneven, with many groups not fully participating. Addressing these inequities will require a multi-faceted approach so that everyone can share in the
In the Media
Young adults have been hit hard by the pandemic. The recovery must not leave them behind
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected Canadians of all ages, but not everyone was affected the same way. Older Canadians likely felt the greatest isolation during prolonged lockdowns. Middle-aged Canadians were juggling remote work with online learning for their children. Younger adults had their transition from education to the workplace interrupted, making it harder for them to launch their new careers.
Blog
Economic recovery requires a team effort across sectors and industries
For almost two years, Canadians have faced unprecedented economic challenges. The current hurdles are numerous: automation and new technologies have been introducing unprecedented levels of disruption...
January 13, 2022
22 minutes
Podcast
Season 2 | Episode 1
Youth Employment and Skills Training for an Inclusive Recovery
We are in the same storm, but not in the same boat. We know that COVID-19 has had disproportionate economic impacts on certain groups, including...
Featuring: Linda Nazareth, Kory Wilson, Chris Duff, Erick Pelayo Aubert
Research
Working when sick: How workplace regulations and culture will impact the post-pandemic recovery
Efforts to improve public health and contain the spread of serious illness must focus on both the lack of paid sick days for many workers and the behaviour of those who have access to paid sick days but choose not to use them because of the prevailing workplace culture
In the Media
Nearly 40 per cent of Canadians went to their workplace sick during the COVID-19 pandemic, poll suggests
Almost 40 per cent of Canadians went to work sick at least once during the pandemic, according to a new poll that examines workplace culture and the importance of paid sick days.