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Walmart, U.S. Firms Build Skilled Trades Pipeline

Walmart and other major U.S. companies are launching initiatives to address the critical shortage of skilled tradespeople, investing in training to build a sustainable workforce. Learn about the new strategies.

Women in B.C. Mining Rise to Over 20% of Workforce

The mining sector in British Columbia is transforming, with female participation jumping from 12% to over 20%. Industry leaders cite diversity as a key business advantage for the future.

New School Trustees Aim to Prepare Students for Future Jobs

Newly appointed public school board trustees in Windsor-Essex, including an auto industry executive, aim to bridge the gap between education and the evolving workforce, as the board tackles a $6.4M deficit. Learn about their plans.

Canada's Big Projects Need Human Infrastructure

As Canada aims for major projects like the Ring of Fire, the lesson from Fort McMurray is clear: building communities is harder than building job sites. Ambition without capacity is a fantasy.

Windsor-Essex Sets Record-High Employment Numbers

Windsor-Essex celebrates a historic employment high as the local job market rebounds strongly, fueled by investment stability. Discover the numbers and the driving forces behind this economic turnaround.

Quebec loses $1.5B yearly due to anglo wage gap

A new study finds lower wages and higher unemployment among English-speaking Quebecers cost the provincial economy $1.5 billion annually. Experts call for targeted investment.

Early retirement info sent to 70,000 public servants

The federal government is distributing early retirement information to approximately 70,000 public servants. This move signals a significant workforce transition. Read the details and potential impacts.

$4M Investment for Saskatchewan Mining Careers

The Mosaic Company announces a major $4-million investment to expand career opportunities and develop the skilled mining workforce in Saskatchewan. Learn more about the initiative.

Shopify lays off staff to keep team focused

Canadian e-commerce giant Shopify implements workforce reductions to maintain operational efficiency despite strong financial performance and revenue growth of 26%.

Ontario's School Board Overhaul Threatens Trustees

Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra pushes for a major overhaul of the $32-billion school system, potentially eliminating elected trustees. Join our live Q&A to understand the implications.

B.C. teachers told to 'queer' outdoor education

The B.C. Teachers Federation is encouraging educators to integrate LGBTQ+ themes into outdoor lessons, challenging traditional views of nature for students as young as four.

St. Mary's Students Reflect on Homelessness Experience

Students at St. Mary's High School in Kitchener gained firsthand insight into homelessness through an overnight tent initiative, fostering empathy and awareness about housing insecurity in their community.

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