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Rural remote and northern communities

Research

Skills development in the North: an ecosystem shaped by distinct challenges

The Northern skills ecosystem is shaped by distinct challenges. This primer discusses how these challenges affect the ability of Northern skills ecosystems to respond to change.
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Project

Virtual learning in Canada’s infrastructure sector

People who seek training to work in utilities in support of Canada’s critical infrastructure get the benefit of virtual learning.
Stadium, buildings, and towers in Calgary.
engagement

Alberta Regional Sounding 2020 is now open!external link icon

December 3, 2020
Winnipeg Manitoba city view.
engagement

Manitoba Regional Sounding 2020 is now open!external link icon

January 21, 2021
Riding a snowmobile in Northern Canada
Research

Career Pathways in the Northexternal link icon

An examination of career pathways and resources for Indigenous workers in Canada’s North. This project will examine the major push and pull factors that create non-standard employment conditions for Indigenous labour in Canada’s North. It will also identify pathways and resources that have helped northern Indigenous workers establish careers for themselves.
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News Release

The Future of Work in Canada – What we need to know about our ecosystem

Public, policymakers can now access the first set of Skills Next reports on key issues shaping the future of work and skills in Canada.
Yukon Whitehorse town near the river and mountain.
engagement

Registration for the Yukon Regional Sounding is now open!external link icon

March 4, 2020 – Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre