News & Articles

May 26, 2023

The role employers play in helping newcomers adjust to Canada

Many newcomers have hopes and dreams of building a better life in Canada but may face challenges when immigrating to a new country and getting settled. […]
May 11, 2023

How Nick Robinson took breaking from the Yukon to the Olympics

When breaking debuts at the 2024 Olympics, Nick Robinson hopes the breaking mindset, which encourages creativity and teamwork, can go global.
May 4, 2023

How Magnet technology is helping job seekers connect with work opportunities in Manitoba

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 20, 2023

Skills training for net-zero economy boosts building workforce and helps reduce emissions

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 19, 2023

In the fight against climate change, more resilient communities includes stronger workplaces

The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) recently hosted a free webinar, Climate Change: Workplace Impacts, that explored how climate change affects both our […]
April 6, 2023

Looking for your next ‘green’ job? Here are some tips and resources from experts

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

Nova Scotia’s Study and Stay program is helping international students break into the local labour market

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.
March 24, 2023

Work-Integrated Learning program provides talent pipeline to jobs in vital trucking sector

Trucking HR Canada’s Career ExpressWay Program uses Work-Integrated Learning to introduce young job seekers to non-driver roles in transportation, and connects talent-hungry employers to new workers.
March 9, 2023

Selon l’économiste Armine Yalnizyan, les contraintes de temps qui s’annoncent constituent un risque pour la qualité du travail des Canadiens

Alors que des millions de baby-boomers quittent le marché du travail, la cohorte qui les suit est confrontée à des obligations de soins non rémunérés envers les générations plus jeunes et plus âgées, mais ne dispose que de peu de temps pour elle-même.
March 9, 2023

Looming time crunch threatens work quality for Canadians, economist Armine Yalnizyan says

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

A digital marketplace that brings labour supply and demand together

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.
February 21, 2023

Newcomers to Canada can ace their job search and interviews with these tips from experts

A recent webinar highlighted simple tips and tricks to help newcomers to Canada prepare for their first job interviews.
February 3, 2023

Signing of Scarborough Charter marks key step in efforts against anti-Black racism at TMU

Anver Saloojee explains the importance of signing the Scarborough Charter to TMU’s efforts to counter anti-Black racism.
January 17, 2023

Learning from Canada’s Leaders in Workforce Development

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

Comment mesurer la qualité de l’emploi, et en quoi cela est important, selon les experts

Le Centre des Compétences futures a récemment tenu un webinaire consacré aux méthodes de mesure de la qualité de l’emploi.
January 16, 2023

How to measure quality of work and why it’s important, according to the experts

The Future Skills Centre recently hosted a webinar to discuss approaches to measuring quality of work.
January 9, 2023

Student Work Placement Program helps young talent launch new careers and experience growth

Three years ago, the Student Work Placement Program helped Victoria Valeriani launch her career. Now she’s using the program to give other students opportunities for success.
December 20, 2022

Malton Women Council offers tips, resources, and advice for newcomer women in Canada

The Malton Women Council joined Magnet for a webinar to share tips for newcomer women to build their networks and find opportunities in Canada.