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.
The U.S. military will cease using live pigs and goats to train combat medics, ending a long-standing practice. New advanced simulation technology will replace animal use.
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.
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The Ottawa Mission celebrates a new group of graduates from its Food Services Training Program, providing skills and hope for a fresh start. Learn about this life-changing initiative.
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.
Fanshawe College in London, Ontario, has initiated a voluntary exit program for its full-time employees. Learn about the details and potential impacts on the institution.
The federal government will begin notifying public servants of potential job cuts in January 2025. Get the latest details on this significant workforce adjustment.
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The federal government confirms 400 positions will be eliminated at Natural Resources Canada by 2029. Get the details on the workforce reduction and its implications.
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.
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A significant number of Quebec physicians are obtaining licences to practise in Ontario, highlighting interprovincial mobility challenges in Canada's healthcare system. Learn about the implications.
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.
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
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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.
The University of Calgary is launching new programs to rapidly expand Canada's carbon capture workforce, driven by a major energy deal accelerating demand for skilled professionals.
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.
The Quebec government announces major workforce reductions and a hybrid work mandate. Learn the details and implications of this significant public sector shift.
Firefighting students at Sudbury's Cambrian College honed critical lifesaving skills in a specialized, pitch-black trailer maze. This intense training prepares them for real-world emergencies.
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.
Retail giant Walmart announces a major $350 million investment to build a second milk processing facility in the United States, strengthening its supply chain. Read the full details.
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Halifax fire crews face budget overrun as three-storey training facility requires additional $1.5 million funding. Learn about the project's challenges and implications.
Egypt is training hundreds of Palestinians in police operations, a key step for post-conflict security in Gaza. Learn about the international effort and its implications.
Ontario government exempts Skills Development Fund recipients from municipal planning laws to accelerate workforce training. Minister David Piccini announces new policy.
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