April 25, 2024
By Mark Patterson, Executive Director, Magnet At Magnet, we are at the forefront of accelerating technology for workforce applications that create an inclusive and prosperous economic […]
July 19, 2023
Research indicates that upskilling is necessary for journalists to keep up with evolving AI technologies in the newsroom. With the rising popularity of Artificial Intelligence (AI) […]
May 30, 2023
A new initiative from BuildForce Canada helps connect job seekers with small and medium-sized construction employers, creating fresh pipelines of talent from untapped, diverse communities.
May 4, 2023
YES! Winnipeg utilized Magnet’s technology to power an easy-to-use platform where local and international job seekers can match their skills to jobs offered by Manitoba employers.
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.
April 4, 2023
EduNova’s Shawna Garrett explains how the Study and Stay program creates paths to settlement and long-term employment for international students and graduates in Nova Scotia.
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.
December 20, 2022
The Malton Women Council joined Magnet for a webinar to share tips for newcomer women to build their networks and find opportunities in Canada.
November 16, 2021
In an interview for the Canadian Abilities Foundation’s Parlay series, Magnet Executive Director Mark Patterson explains why it’s important to ‘get out of the historical mindset’ when building a resume, or pitching yourself to a potential employer.
November 9, 2021
Founded in Australia and now growing quickly in Canada, the organization provides free training courses and boot camps to help veterans, military spouses, and Indigenous people find employment at in-demand tech jobs.
November 2, 2021
Mo Malayeri is the founder of multiple startups, but considers himself a community builder first. When he and his cofounders launched Tribe in 2018, they wanted to create a digital space that was more than a sales tool, but a launch pad for collaboration and learning.
October 22, 2021
Magnet’s exclusive tool matches diverse job seekers with opportunities and helps employers create inclusive workplaces.
October 5, 2021
Microcredentials are an increasingly popular learning tool. Bill Heinrich, Director of Mindset at Orbis, says that trust, verification, and transparency will determine their success and staying power in the next ten years.
August 27, 2021
After completing a personality assessment using Magnet’s ALiGN tool, job seekers in the ADaPT training program say they feel empowered and inspired by what it tells them. Read our case study to find out why.
July 16, 2021
Magnet and EnPoint are proud to launch a new series of webinars to explore the future of work with leaders across Canada. Our first stop was New Brunswick, where panelists discussed initiatives to build bridges between organizations, employers, and workers to support inclusive recovery and growth on the heels of COVID-19.
June 29, 2021
Highlights from a CERIC webinar, moderated by Magnet Executive Director Mark Patterson, exploring the themes of Zabeen Hirji’s keynote address at Cannexus21, “Building a Future of Work that Works for All.”
June 18, 2021
Indigenous relations consultant Michael Etherington says he ‘sorely needed’ the balance, comfort, and awareness he gained from utilizing on-campus cultural support while studying at Lakehead University.
June 1, 2021
Born with a genetic vision disorder, Mufaddal Munshi lost his sight days after graduating from university in his native India. He moved to Canada in 2018, hoping to fulfill a dream of finding a home where his disability would be less of an impediment to his everyday life and work.
