The working future: More human, not less. Bain & Company.
This report examines the relationship between workers and firms and the implications that the future of work will have on attracting and retaining talent. The report is based on a survey of 20,000 workers and in-depth interviews with more than 100. Five key themes are explored: 1) motivations for work are changing 2) beliefs about “good jobs” are…Read More
World employment and social outlook: Trends 2022. Geneva: International Labour Organization.
This report looks at the different challenges countries have been experiencing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Labour markets have deteriorated and many countries are struggling to recover. The report not only examines how pandemic challenges have affected countries around the world, it also explores the varied recovery patterns across regions, countries and sectors. The…Read More
Building responsive career pathways in a post-pandemic world: A roadmap for change. Blueprint & Future Skills Centre.
This report focuses on the pivotal role that career guidance will play in navigating the changing world of work in a post-pandemic labour market. The paper addresses a wide range of ideas surrounding the fragmentation of career and employment services. Adopting a more evidence-informed, person-centered service delivery practice, engaging with LMI and technical tools to inform career decisions, and removing barriers as Canadians navigate career pathways are…Read More
Labour market outcomes of journeypersons designated as visible minorities. Ottawa: Statistics Canada.
This report compares the labour market outcomes of visible minority journeypersons who received skilled trades certificates between 2008 and 2017 to the outcomes of those who were not a visible minority. Overall, the authors find that all visible minority groups were under-represented in the journeyperson population compared to the Canadian population. One year after…Read More
Settling for more: Matching newcomers to Alberta’s tech sector. Ottawa: Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC).
As Alberta rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic, the province’s digital economy has shown signs of resiliency and future growth potential. However, the sector will require more skilled digital talent to succeed. This report examines the in-demand digital occupations and skills needed for the sector’s growth. Newcomers already possess many skills needed to succeed, having…Read More
Workforce Architecture, 1(1). Toronto: Challenge Factory.
Workforce Architecture is Challenge’s Factory newly developed digital magazine and research exchange. It includes articles that speak to challenges and innovations occurring in the world of work. In its first issue, Challenge Factory shares their framework for discussing themes related to the world of work, whether related to governments, educational institutions or the business…Read More
Valued workers, valuable work: The current and future role of (im)migrant talent. Ottawa: The Conference Board of Canada.
This report analyzes Canada’s dependence on immigrants and temporary residents in areas of essential work, arguing that this dependency puts the future and resilience of these sectors at risk. Using 2015 census data, the researchers examined four subsectors for deeper analysis: truck transportation, nursing and residential care facilities, farming and food manufacturing. These were…Read More
The skills imperative: Workforce development strategies post-COVID. Toronto: C.D. Howe Institute.
This report highlights how Canada has no comprehensive approach towards lifelong learning. Thus it still stands below the top-performing countries in skills development. Of particular focus, are adult education and essential skills training. Additionally, the report highlights the large participation gap in training between high- and low-skilled and educated people. The benefits and barriers…Read More
Building inclusive labour markets: Active labour market policies for the most vulnerable groups. Paris: OECD.
The consequences of COVID-19 have been worse for groups with poorer labour market outcomes before the onset of the pandemic due to care obligations, health limitations, low skills or scarce work experience. Improving the employability of these vulnerable groups now would increase their chances of integration into the labour market as economies recover. These…Read More
Youth employment in times of COVID. Geneva: International Labour Organization.
This research identifies policy measures to address the gaps in youth employment around the world. During 2020, global youth employment fell by 8.7%, while adults experienced a 3.7% drop. Many policy responses are not yet fully embedded or reviewed to assess their impacts on youth. Most youth-specific policy responses have been extensions of or…Read More