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April 25, 2024
By Emily Madden Senior Director, Magnet As the year draws to a close I’m taking time for introspection, seeking fresh insights from our collective journey. This […]
June 6, 2023
Everyday we are tasked with making decisions that consider the needs of our teams, our organizational culture, and our business objectives. In today’s ever-evolving work environment, […]
April 20, 2023
To achieve its net-zero goals, Canada needs a pipeline of workers equipped with the latest green building skills. Here’s how one unique training program is helping.
April 6, 2023
A recent webinar from the Leadership Lab at Toronto Metropolitan University examines jobs in the low-carbon economy and the skills needed in this growing sector.
March 9, 2023
As millions of boomers leave Canada’s workforce, the tiny cohort behind them faces unpaid care obligations to older and younger generations, but little time for themselves.
February 24, 2023
Paul Jenkins, the Former Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada and a member of Magnet’s Advisory Board, explains how Magnet is harnessing technology to address challenges, such as retraining and advancing equity in Canada’s workforce.
January 17, 2023
Magnet and EnPoint are pleased to present a new report that collects the insights, resources, and strategies from thought leaders across Canada on building an inclusive future of work.
January 16, 2023
The Future Skills Centre recently hosted a webinar to discuss approaches to measuring quality of work.
November 14, 2022
At the final Building Future Ready Communities; Virtual Tour webinar, panelists challenged aspiring researchers to become more agile thinkers by studying diverse but complementary fields.
October 14, 2022
Toronto Metropolitan University is the first in Canada to offer an MSc in public and occupational health. Dr. Chun-Yip Hon explains why it was important to connect the two.
August 22, 2022
At the latest Building Future Ready Communities event, panelist Trevor Buttrum explained why successfully integrating different cultures in the workplace is about more than just representation.
June 15, 2022
Some Canadian businesses owners are recognizing the difference between the minimum wage and a living wage, and taking action. Two Ontario business owners explain how paying employees more has been good for everyone.
May 20, 2022
The Building Future Ready Communities: Virtual Tour is a series of virtual events across all regions of Canada. Each one focuses on an issue related to the future of work.
May 4, 2022
What will the right to disconnect from work mean for employers and employees in Ontario? Some businesses are already doing more to help staff find balance.
April 12, 2022
More companies are trying out the four-day work week to recruit and retain talent. Whether it’s just for the summer, or over the long term, some experts say a shortened work week can give workers more work-life balance and be just as productive for employers.
March 30, 2022
Canadian employers are attracting top talent by showing they can ‘feed the soul’ and pockets of job seekers
March 15, 2022
Students should take advantage of opportunities to build their networks before they graduate college or university, says RBC vice president Mark Beckles.
February 28, 2022
Through free training in skills development and networking, as well as mentorship opportunities, BACEL helps aspiring Black entrepreneurs overcome long-standing barriers.
