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Digital Occupation Pathways: From Vulnerable Jobs to Rapid-Growth Careers
Education & Skills March 29, 2023
Advances in digital and automation technologies are fundamentally changing how goods and services are produced and delivered and will have huge implications for the labour market. While investment in technology and the resulting productivity gains are a desired outcome for the economy, it creates uncertainty for workers whose skills become obsolete in this process.
Impact paper • 65-min read
Partner: Future Skills Centre
City Economies Feel the Pinch: Major City Insights
Canadian Economics March 28, 2023
With higher borrowing costs and inflation eating away at incomes, which sectors of local economies across Canada will be hit hardest by weakening consumer demand? To what extent will higher interest rates affect the housing market and related industries in Canadian cities? We share our economic outlook for 24 major cities, including output, employment, and population growth.
Online experience • 2-min read
Building Neuroinclusive Workplaces
Inclusion March 28, 2023
There are many benefits to creating a neuroinclusive workspace. Yet neurodivergent Canadians continue to face barriers to employment and career progression. With many Canadian companies experiencing significant labour shortages, employers can benefit from recruiting and supporting talent from underrepresented groups, including neurodivergent workers.
Summary for executives • 2-min read
Partner: Future Skills Centre
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