Future of Work
The way we work is changing at an accelerated rate. Stay ahead of the curve with the latest insights on the future of the workplace.
Human Resources Spotlight Series
Human Resources July 15, 2024
This series explores trending topics in human resources (HR) using two methods: spotlight reports and case studies. The spotlight reports are short, easily digestible pieces that examine best practices in the HR space.
Online experience • 8-min read
Labour Relations Outlook
Human Resources July 4, 2024
The Labour Relations Outlook explores key themes in collective bargaining for 2024, such as projected wage increases and salary freezes and implications of the post-inflationary economic climate and anticipated slowdown. Part II now available.
Online experience • 8-min read
Canadian Human Resources Metrics Benchmarking
Human Resources June 17, 2024
Build and refine your Human Resources practices for managing your teams. Understand the current business environment, and know what’s changing. Our data from across Canadian industries and regions will help you see where you excel and where you can grow.
Online experience • 8-min read
Understanding Hiring Demand for Social and Emotional Skills
Education & Skills June 13, 2024
Social and emotional skills (SES) play a vital role in navigating the complexities of the modern workplace. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries and automate routine tasks, employers are recognizing the significance of fostering SES in the workforce.
Data briefing • 15-min read
Partner: Future Skills Centre
SES in the Workplace: Insights From Canadian Employers
Education & Skills June 13, 2024
We asked employers about the kinds of SES they want in new hires, how they assess SES during hiring, and the challenges they face when recruiting for and evaluating these skills.
Issue briefing • 13-min read
Partner: Future Skills Centre
Employers’ Insights on Social and Emotional Skills
Education & Skills June 13, 2024
Social and emotional skills (SES)—also called soft, human, or people skills—are increasingly important for the future of work. What types of SES are employers looking for? How do they assess these skills? What challenges are employers facing recruiting employees with strong SES?
Summary for executives • 3-min read
Partner: Future Skills Centre
An Analysis of the Demand for Green Skills in Canada
Education & Skills June 6, 2024
The threat of climate change is driving an urgent need to decrease reliance on unsustainable practices and technologies in the workplace. The transition to the green economy is expected to create new employment opportunities and surging demand for green expertise for the sustainable jobs of today and tomorrow.
Data briefing • 10-min read
Partner: Future Skills Centre
HR Metrics Benchmarking: Exploring How HR Professionals Are Using AI
Human Resources May 29, 2024
This research provides benchmark data for key areas in human resources (HR) that will allow organizations to compare their own position with other employers in their sector or industry. In addition, the Trends in human resources section explores a new and emerging topic: Using artificial intelligence (AI) to support human resources management.
Data briefing • 20-min read
Following a Step Forward, Business Confidence Retracts
Canadian Economics April 23, 2024
The Index’s rebound was short-lived. After falling in nine consecutive quarters, the Index of Business Confidence finally rose in January, marking the end to a historic downturn. However, this ascent proved to be transient, as evidenced by the latest 3.6-point decline.
Quick take • 3-min read
Compensation Planning Outlook
Human Resources March 12, 2024
Each year, the Conference Board’s Compensation Planning Outlook provides a trusted forecast for compensation and HR professionals across the country. This report gives the most up-to-date data, essential for any organization looking to secure the talent they need to succeed in an increasingly competitive marketplace.
Online experience • 8-min read
How Generative AI Could Close Canada’s Productivity Gap and Reshape the Workplace
Innovation & Technology February 20, 2024
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is upending work as we know it. Though these tools are still in their infancy, they can already summarize documents, analyze reams of data, forecast trends, and support code development.
Impact paper • 30-min read
Reawakening Optimism: Business Confidence Ascends at Last
Canadian Economics February 1, 2024
The Index of Business Confidence rose for the first time in over two years. This upturn could be a sign of the clouds starting to clear for firms from an investment standpoint. However, several factors are currently having adverse effects on planned investment expenditures, including high interest rates, rising labour costs, government policies, and shortage of qualified staff.
Quick take • 3-min read
Building a Resilient Workforce: Meeting Employer Demand for Social and Emotional Skills in the 21st Century
Human Resources October 24, 2023
The Conference Board of Canada, on behalf of the Future Skills Centre, is exploring how Canadian employers identify and assess social and emotional skills (SES) in new and potential employees.
Online experience • 17-min read
Partner: Future Skills Centre
