labour market and skills information
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Labour market implications for racialized youth
Through a review of academic and industry reports and an analysis of policies and programs, this report aims to identify the barriers faced by racialized youth in employment and education;
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Bridging the skills gap within small and medium-sized enterprises in Quebec: An analytical and empirical analysis
We assess the level of preparedness of SMEs in Quebec for the post-pandemic years by examining their transformation strategies, skill priorities, training plans, and willingness to tap into a more diverse workforce.
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Skills development for innovation and growth: Insights from global initiatives
This report and accompanying case studies share insights from three skills for innovation training initiatives which can inform the design and operation of models in Canada.
Event
Canadian Science Policy Conference 2022: Navigating Uncertainty; Targeting Sustainability
The conference under the overarching theme: Navigating Uncertainty; Targeting Sustainability will be focused on most pressing issues of science and innovation and their crucial role in building more resilient society.
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Race alongside the machines: Occupational digitalization trends in Canada, 2006-2021
Understanding which jobs have changed the most, and which type of digital skills are changing, is important in informing better policies to prepare workers for the future.
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The labour market of tomorrow: projections from the Model of Occupations, Skills, and Technology (MOST)
The Model of Occupations, Skills, and Technology (MOST) is a new labour market projection tool, generating detailed occupational and industry-level projections for every region in Canada.
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Experiential learning in the social sector
This report explores experiential learning, also known as work integrated learning, in the social service sector from the perspective of both employers and students in social sciences, humanities and arts
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Digital skills for today and tomorrow
The rapid digital transformation in Canada due to the pandemic could increase our productivity and growth potential for years to come. How can Canada unlock this opportunity?
In the Media
Ontario's labour shortage continues to worsen as retail sector braces for busy holiday season
by Sara Jabakhanji, CBC News