• Jonathan Barr, Senior Director, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
• Pedro Antunes, Chief Economist, The Conference Board of Canada
• Anne-Lore Fraikin, Senior Manager, Economic Research, The Conference Board of Canada
• Heather McIntosh, Director, Education and Skills, The Conference Board of Canada (host)

• Skills and Productivity: Which Skills Shortages Are Impacting Canadian Productivity?—August 2024
• Compétences et productivité : Quelles pénuries de compétences influent sur la productivité canadienne?—Août 2024

The urgency of the climate crisis is undeniable. The transition to a clean economy demands significant changes in skills, occupations, and attitudes. In this episode, we delve into the challenges, opportunities, and strategies associated with developing higher education graduates who are equipped to lead and grow a sustainable economy. Our distinguished guests provide key employer, post-secondary, and international perspectives. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of higher education, employment, and a sustainable future. 

Speaker list

• Kevin Nilsen, President & CEO, ECO Canada
• Charles Hopkins, UNESCO Chair in Reorienting Education Towards Sustainability, York University 
• Tanzeela Faisal, Research Associate, The Conference Board of Canada
• Heather McIntosh, Director, Education and Skills, The Conference Board of Canada (host)

Links

Toward a More Sustainable Future: Preparing the Students of Today for a Greener Tomorrow (CBoC)

In this episode, we delve into the implications of the AI revolution for teaching and learning within Canada’s post-secondary institutions. Join us as we speak with a researcher, an AI sector leader, and a university Chief AI Officer to uncover how this technology is reshaping education. From real-world applications to ethical considerations, we explore the opportunities and challenges of integrating generative AI tools (like ChatGPT) into the classroom, offering insights for educators, administrators, and policymakers alike.

Speaker list

• Melissa Judd, Vice-President, Research Operations and Academic Partnerships, Vector Institute
• Mark Daley, Chief AI Officer, Western University
• Adam Vanzella Yang, Senior Research Associate, The Conference Board of Canada
• Heather McIntosh, Director, Education and Skills, The Conference Board of Canada (host)

Links

• AI and the Future of Post-Secondary Education: Navigating the AI Revolution https://www.conferenceboard.ca/product/navigating-the-ai-revolution/
• Future Skills Centre Homepage: https://fsc-ccf.ca/
• Future Skills Centre Twitter: https://twitter.com/fsc_ccf_en
• The Conference Board of Canada Homepage: https://www.conferenceboard.ca/
• The Conference Board of Canada Twitter: https://twitter.com/ConfBoardofCda
• The Conference Board of Canada Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConferenceBoardofCanada/

350,000 Indigenous youth are set to come of age by 2026, offering unique contributions as they enter the workforce. Discover the multifaceted impacts of Indigenous youth on the labour market as two distinguished experts delve into this topic. In this episode, they explore the challenges, opportunities, and incredible value that Indigenous youth bring to the modern job market and how companies can advance inclusive environments that honor and integrate Indigenous traditions, thereby empowering young Indigenous employees to bring their authentic selves to work. We also learn about some of the collaborative approaches between employers, educational institutions, and Indigenous communities to bridge the gap and foster increased opportunities for Indigenous youth. 

 Guests: 

• Michael DeGagné, President & CEO, Indspire
• Kory Wilson, Executive Director Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships, BCIT

 Host:

• Julie Cafley, Executive Director, Catalyst Canada

Neurodiversity is a range of different ways of thinking, interacting, and processing information, and is especially important to the future of work. In this episode, experts in neurodiversity in the workplace join us to discuss the immense potential of neurodiverse individuals in professional settings. Our guests share practical strategies and valuable insights for employers looking to create supportive environments for neurodiverse employees - from implementing accommodations for all to fostering inclusive company cultures. 

Guests: 

• Neil Barnett, Director - Inclusive Hiring and Accessibility, Microsoft
• Radha MacCulloch, VP and Head of Canada, Specialisterne North America

Host:

• Julie Cafley, Executive Director, Catalyst Canada

En 2020, les femmes représentaient seulement 16,8 % des propriétaires majoritaires de petites et moyennes entreprises (PME). Dans cet épisode, nous examinons l’expérience des femmes en entrepreneuriat, les obstacles à leur participation et la récente hausse du nombre d’entreprises fondées par des femmes. Nos invitées occupent des fonctions dirigeantes, l’une chez un gros pourvoyeur d’emplois et l’autre au sein d’une organisation qui aide les femmes entrepreneures et les réseaux qui les soutiennent à entrer en contact et à collaborer facilement. Elles nous racontent leur expérience personnelle et professionnelle, parlent des possibilités et des obstacles, et discutent des occasions de formation pour les femmes entrepreneures d’aujourd’hui et de demain, partout au Canada.
 
 Invités

1. Salwa Salek, cheffe Équité, diversité et inclusion, Desjardins
2. Sabine Soumare, directrice générale, Portail de connaissances pour les femmes en entrepreneuriat (PCFE)

Hôte

Julie Cafley, directrice générale, Catalyst Canada 

En 2022, le Canada a accueilli un nombre record de nouveaux arrivants : plus de 431 000, qui sont devenus des résidents permanents. Dans cet épisode, nous explorerons la question de l’intégration économique et professionnelle de ces personnes au Canada, principalement dans le contexte du Nouveau-Brunswick.

Nos invités sont des personnalités connues qui travaillent, l’un pour un gros employeur de la région, l’autre pour une organisation dont la mission est d’aider les nouveaux arrivants à participer pleinement à la société néo-brunswickoise. Ils parleront de leurs expériences personnelles et professionnelles, en plus d’offrir leurs éclairages et de faire des suggestions aux collectivités, aux employeurs et à l’écosystème des compétences du Canada tout entier. 

Invités 

• Jason Limongelli, vice-président de la Division Woodlands de J.D. Irving, Inc.
• Moncef Lakouas, président du Conseil culturel du Nouveau-Brunswick 

Hôte

• Julie Cafley, directrice générale, Catalyst Canada

Il y a plus de gens qui travaillent qu’avant la pandémie, mais la demande de main-d’œuvre demeure supérieure à l’offre. Dans cet épisode, nos invités font part de leurs points de vue sur le contexte économique entourant ces pénuries et leurs conséquences pour les entreprises canadiennes. Nous discutons de ce que cela signifie pour les responsables en matière de compétences, les employeurs et les travailleurs.

Invités :

-          Pedro Antunes, économiste en chef, Le Conference Board du Canada

-          Geneviève Bich, vice-présidente, Ressources humaines, Metro inc.

Liens :

Page d’accueil du Centre des Compétences futures : https://fsc-ccf.ca/

Page Twitter du Centre des Compétences futures : https://twitter.com/fsc_ccf_fr

Page d’accueil du Conference Board du Canada :

https://www.conferenceboard.ca/

Page Twitter du Conference Board du Canada :

https://twitter.com/ConfBoardofCda

Page Facebook du Conference Board du Canada :

https://www.facebook.com/ConferenceBoardofCanada/

Technological change is affecting every sector, and these changes shift the roles and the skills in demand. Our guests share their perspectives on what needs to happen to ensure Canada has the skilled talent it needs to take full advantage of the growing digital economy. We hear about two rapid training initiatives that seek to help their learners transition mid-career to jobs in the digital economy.

Speakers

Guests

Namir Anani, President & CEO, Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC)

Rushmi Hasham, Director, Development and Accelerated Cybersecurity Training Programs, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst

Nathalie Sanon, Head, Training Program, IVADO

Host

Linda Nazareth

Links

Future Skills Centre Homepage: https://fsc-ccf.ca/

Future Skills Centre Twitter: https://twitter.com/fsc_ccf_en

The Conference Board of Canada Homepage :https://www.conferenceboard.ca/

The Conference Board of Canada Twitter: https://twitter.com/ConfBoardofCda 

The Conference Board of Canada Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConferenceBoardofCanada/ 

ICTC-CTIC: https://www.ictc-ctic.ca/

Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst: https://www.cybersecurecatalyst.ca/ 

IVADO https://ivado.ca/ 

In the face of the climate crisis, shifting to more carbon-neutral economic activities is a necessity. The growth of this clean economy can also be an opportunity – for individuals to have in-demand and meaningful careers, and for Canada to become a global leader in this area. In this episode, we hear from three Canadian organizations. Our guests tell us about the growing clean technology and blue economy sectors, and about the skills needed in these sectors, and share their insights on what needs to happen to support the development of a strong workforce in the clean economy.

Guests

Darren Gresch, Senior Research Associate, Innovation and Technology, Conference Board of Canada

Jeanette Jackson, CEO, Foresight Canada

Yogendra Chaudhry, Vice-President of Professional Services, ECO Canada

Host

Linda Nazareth

Episode Links:

Future Skills Centre Homepage: https://fsc-ccf.ca/

Future Skills Centre Twitter: https://twitter.com/fsc_ccf_en

The Conference Board of Canada Homepage :https://www.conferenceboard.ca/

The Conference Board of Canada Twitter: https://twitter.com/ConfBoardofCda 

The Conference Board of Canada Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConferenceBoardofCanada/ 

ECO Canada https://eco.ca/

Foresight Canada https://foresightcac.com/ 

OpportuNext https://www.opportunext.ca/