Housed at Toronto Metropolitan University Magnet is a Centre of InnovationFocused on the Future of Work
Magnet builds trusted partner networks and advances social innovation with tailored digital solutions for future-of-work challenges.
We convene innovators
Across the labour market ecosystem to collaborate on projects and initiatives.
We support social innovation, and maintain deep-domain expertise
Through the design and administration of inclusive programs that support the future of work.
We take a systems approach to technology integration
Looking how existing technologies can be adapted and amplifying/accelerating technology solutions through mutually beneficial and novel partnerships.
We engage in thought leadership and knowledge mobilization activities
With a focus on inclusivity, social innovation and building connections that foster positive economic development and social prosperity.
Our Impact
Since 2014, Magnet has collaborated with partners nationwide to support workforce and economic development programs aimed at driving system-level change.
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Thriving Through Uncertainty: Securing Canada’s Future with Collaboration and Innovation
Uncertainty can be daunting, but Magnet stands ready to support and strengthen connections between businesses, industry, policymakers, educators, and technology leaders to create a more resilient labour market.
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Struggling to adopt AI at your business? MindPort’s McKenzie Lloyd-Smith shares his three core pillars
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Magnet Network Live: A New Era of Collaboration
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Dani Gomez-Ortega encourages organizations to embrace complexity to foster workplace inclusion
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