Generation1.ca’s CEO will present at the 9th Metropolis Identities Summit in Niagara Falls, focusing on migration and identity. Their CEO will introduce the Immigrant Discombobulation Index, highlighting the human dimensions of immigrant settlement. This framework aims to enhance understanding of belonging and social cohesion, contributing to immigration discussions in Canada and globally.
Category: Fuelling Immigrant Futures
Building Global Research Communities for Impact
The week included significant activities at the AAPOR conference, highlighting advancements in research, AI, and global collaboration. Key initiatives like the AAPOR-WAPOR Global Research Panel and the official launch of a Global Research Affinity Group led by our Founder and CEO were timely to our presence at the conference. Our presentations addressed synthetic data’s role in improving representation for hard-to-reach groups, emphasizing ethical governance.
Autonomous Robots and AI Skills for the Blue Economy: Global Collaboration
In March 2026, at the World Ocean Summit in Montreal, Generation1.ca’s CEO Arundati Dandapani discussed ocean systems and innovation with global leaders. The summit emphasized the importance of ocean literacy and the role of plankton in sustaining life. Generation1.ca aims to prepare diverse talent for careers in emerging ocean technologies and sustainable practices.
Frontier Innovations with Generation1.ca’s Immigrant Nations
Global post-digital talent, including immigrants and globally mobile professionals, represents a significant competitive advantage for organizations. While technology has been prioritized, understanding and leveraging this talent can reshape workforce strategies. Companies that activate global talent effectively will lead in innovation and market growth, blending profit with social impact for a sustainable future.
Modelling Migration: Innovative Future-telling in Latin America
Generation1.ca, a North American organization focused on immigrant supports and inclusion, will present research with Livepanel’s synthetic modelling tools at Esomar’s LATAM 2026 Conference. Founder and CEO Arundati Dandapani’s paper reinterprets migration dynamics, revealing that social inclusion predict immigrant retention more than arrival pathways. The study emphasizes the structural factors crucial for immigrant success, highlighting the importance of culturally sensitive workplaces and innovation readiness.
