Future Skills
Future skills – basic literacy, numeracy and socio-emotional skills – are important across all economic sectors and occupations. Figuring out who and how to address skills gaps is key to building an inclusive workforce with upward mobility.
Event
FSC at How Green Skills are Shaping the Future of Canada’s Skilled Trades
We’re pleased to share that Alex Stephens, Director of Programs at the FSC, will be speaking at an upcoming webinar hosted by the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum on September 30, 2025
Event
FSC at Skills Bridge
We’re pleased to share that Noel Baldwin, Executive Director at the FSC, will be speaking at the Skills Bridge Summit, hosted by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC).
Project
In Motion & Momentum+ (IM&M+)
IM&M+ is an intensive pre-employability program that supports people to address complex barriers to employment and make progress towards reaching their social and economic potential.
Research
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Employment, Productivity and Skills Development in Quebec
This research project aimed to produce a report on the impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) on the Quebec labour market.
July 16, 2025
29 minutes
Podcast
Season 5 | Episode 3
AI in the Workplace and the Skills that Matter Most
In this episode of the Future Skills Podcast, host Jeremy Strachan explores the transformative world of Artificial Intelligence and its impact on the Canadian workforce....
Featuring: Jeremy Strachan, Noel Baldwin, Stephanie Enders, Mark Patterson
Blog
Impact Story: Empowering the Future by Advancing Opportunities for Black Youth in STEM
As we look toward building a more inclusive and innovative future, it's essential to reflect on how we support Black youth pursuing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Research
Evidence-based Insights for Public Service Professionals Navigating the Workforce of the Future
The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC) created an online platform, called Navigar, to better prepare its over 70,000 members for the future by providing future-oriented career information.
Research
Canadians worry about impact of trade war as pessimism about economy deepens
Concerns about the impact of U.S. tariffs are contributing to a growing pessimism among Canadians about the economy, employment and their own financial situation.
May 21, 2025
25 minutes
Podcast
Season 5 | Episode 1
What Quality of Work Means in a Changing Labour Market
What defines quality of work in today’s economy? In this episode, host Jeremy Strachan speaks with Laura McDonough from the Future Skills Centre and Dr....
Featuring: Jeremy Strachan, Laura McDonough, Olga Morawczynski