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September 9, 2024
Having already facilitated twice as many work-integrated learning opportunities as organizers expected, this Magnet-powered portal linking seven Calgary post-secondary institutions is looking to expand across Alberta.
September 28, 2023
With customizable dashboards that present the up-to-date Labour Market Information a specific individual wants and needs, Magnet is empowering users across the workforce development ecosystem.
July 12, 2023
As I reflect on the ever-evolving labour market landscape in Canada, I was struck by economics reporter Matt Lundy’s piece in this weekend’s Globe & Mail, […]
January 9, 2023
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 19, 2022
While existing networks and organizations offer no-cost resources to help small-businesses improve diversity, equity, and inclusion, leaders must also learn to set appropriate examples to employees.
September 7, 2022
Workplace diversity tends to focus on adapting – and updating – Human Resources practices. Strategic inclusion specialist Jennifer Laidlaw told a recent webinar why she believes the business case is more compelling.
May 22, 2022
After years supporting employers, and connecting them with job seekers, the Discover Ability Network is about to host its first conference, the Diversity in Business ROI Conference.
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.
February 14, 2022
A partnership with Magnet helped the Timmins Chamber of Commerce connect local businesses with student talent, while also identifying opportunities for long-term capacity building.
October 14, 2021
With the local economy suffering from the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Medicine Hat & District Chamber of Commerce helped its members access wage subsidy funding for student hires by participating in Magnet’s Chamber Partnership Initiative.
February 23, 2021
Employers already recognize the importance of a diverse workforce and a wealth of research has demonstrated the benefits of hiring job seekers from typically underrepresented groups. When it comes to hiring, technology needs to enable employers to connect with diverse, skilled talent to realize these values in the workforce.
February 12, 2021
Designed to help international students find gig work, the AyeWork platform has become a valuable tool for a wide range of job seekers and employers.
August 20, 2019
At Magnet, we’re committed to initiatives that address diversity, skills, and talent in today’s modern workforce. Using intelligent job-matching technology, the Magnet platform promotes inclusive hiring […]
December 17, 2018
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) was the key topic for a panel discussion moderated by Magnet’s Executive Director, Mark Patterson, during the Conference Board of Canada’s Education […]
September 14, 2017
Magnet, The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and 10 other national and Ontario association, community and government partners gathered at Ryreson’s DMZ to launch a new program […]
