entrepreneurship
Thought Leadership
Too numerous to fail
Why small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are the key to inclusive recovery, innovation and growth. | April 6, 2022 — Policy Options, by Rocco Rossi,...
Thought Leadership
The future of work is now: All must have the opportunity to participate
iPolitics — Jan 28, 2022. Written by Michael Burt and Pedro Barata.
engagement
Two ways we can connect more adults to career services in Canada
In Canada, only 19% of adults report using career services – lower than in other OECD countries. Recently LMIC launched its latest insight report in...
engagement
Needs of small businesses must be top of mind in economic recovery: Webinar
As the Canadian economy begins to rebound and rebuild after the pandemic, it will be crucial for governments and policy makers to consider the needs...
News Release
Small businesses get injection of support to tackle skills gaps and labour shortages
November 8, 2021 – Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in four regions of Canada will get a much needed boost backed by 50 chambers of commerce and boards of trade. Many have faced acute labour market disruption due to the pandemic and need critical access to resources and tools to bolster skill development and talent retention to support future growth.
In the Media
A fresh look at the reasons why women and men are self-employed
October 25, 2021 — Policy Options, by Aherthy Jeyasundaram
News Release
Nation-wide training program focuses on changing the course of Black-owned business and economics
Toronto, October 21, 2021 ‒ A training program providing skills, networking and mentorship for over 400 Black entrepreneurs across Canada was launched today by the...
Insights
Focus on Indigenous initiatives and partnerships
We take a closer look at the ongoing innovation projects and research developed with our partners to better inform and support skills training and economic recovery in First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities across Canada.
Project
Yukon skills research and engagement
This research will examine and support Yukon as it recovers from the economic impact of COVID-19 while fostering resilience to prepare for future shocks.