Past Events
How Colleges and Polytechnics are Responding to Canada’s Defence Workforce Needs
September 15, 2026 | Webinar
This joint session between the Labour Market Information Council (LMIC) and Polytechnics Canada will examine how postsecondary institutions are responding to emerging defence workforce needs through program development, applied learning models, and partnerships with industry and the defence sector.
Beyond the Headlines: Why Labour Market Data Doesn't Tell a Simple Story
July 21, 2026 | Webinar
Labour market imbalances shape how Canadians experience work. They affect everything from hiring challenges to career pathways and workforce planning. This free webinar explores how to understand labour market imbalances in practice—bringing together research and practical tools to help you interpret and apply labour market data—whether you support students and job seekers, work in workforce planning or program design, or use labour market data to inform decisions.
Through the Looking Glass: Making Sense of the AI LMI Wonderland
February 24, 2026 | Webinar
Artificial intelligence is increasingly shaping the labour market data and tools used across the LMI ecosystem—often without clear visibility into how insights are produced or how they should be interpreted. This free webinar breaks down how AI is currently used in labour market information, its strengths and limitations, and practical guidance for interpreting and using different types of LMI appropriately.
Youth Employment in 2025: Trends Reshaping the Next Gen Workforce in Canada
October 22, 2025 | Webinar
Canada’s youth are entering the workforce during one of the most uncertain job markets in decades. With shrinking opportunities for graduates and new strength in polytechnic pathways, understanding these shifts has never been more important. This free webinar unpacks the latest data and what it means for the next generation of workers.