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.
Category: Future Ready Innovators
CEO Featured in Critical Conversations on AI in Higher Education
Arundati Dandapani’s role in FLAS Connect’s Critical Conversations on AI highlights her dedication to enhancing AI and data literacy in education and professional spheres. As CEO of Generation1.ca, she emphasizes a human-centric approach, advocating for ethical awareness and adaptability in a digitally driven world through educational initiatives like the Future Ready Innovators Credential.
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.
