Championing North America’s newcomer stories in a world reshaped by opportunity. A dynamic social enterprise, not-for-profit professional community association and media platform empowering immigrants with year-round programming, skills, career pathways, job fairs , collaborative networks for success. Placing you at the forefront of global transformation.
The 2026 Global Industry Skills Study by Generation1.ca aims to identify essential skills for future workforce success amidst rapid technological changes. It examines employer needs, workplace supports, and barriers faced by diverse talent. The findings will guide workforce development initiatives and strengthen pathways for newcomers and emerging professionals across North America.
Our 2025 annual global skills study survey of employers revealed in-demand skills prioritizing project management, strategic thinking, and communication. Despite 62% hiring intent, training investment declined significantly, with only one-third hiring global talent. There’s a pressing need for better support for immigrants, highlighted by the importance of Generation1.ca’s Future Ready Innovators Credential.
Generation1.ca is a professional community association that empowers immigrants in North America with education, workshops, upskilling and hiring opportunities including job fairs, case competitions and professional development. If you are an immigrant newcomer, please take this 5-minute survey to share your experiences, which will inform our open-access credential aimed at enhancing your professional integration and supporting individual success.
Join industry leaders at Generation1.ca’s popular recurring Virtual Insights Career Fair and Case Competition happening on April 26, 2024, Friday between 10 am – 5 pm EST. Spring 2024’s theme is Futureproofing Data Talent: Bridging Disciplines and Fostering New Skills.
Despite recent #legal challenges, Princeton University has remained resolute in its dedication to fostering an inclusive and diverse academic community. Dr. Samir Abu-Rumman, a distinguished visiting research scholar at Princeton, and founder of World of Opinions offers an in-depth exploration of the pivotal role that diversity plays in higher education.
