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.
At Vividata’s Attention to Action Conference, winners of Generation1.ca’s Case Competition were announced, highlighting the importance of audience measurement in advertising. Discussions included reaching diverse populations and leveraging behavioral science in marketing. The event featured eight teams tackling AI ethics and workforce challenges, with NextWave AI, Triomphe, and Insights by Cheche recognized for their innovative solutions.
In preparation for the CEO’s public reading in October, our team attended East Gilwimbury’s Newcomer Welcoming Week to inspire new arrivals. The event, sponsored by Canada’s Council for the Arts and the Writers Union of Canada, featured our Founder writing “Good Fortune” in Chinese Calligraphy five times.
Generation1.ca proudly partners with Ecom North 2025, promoting immigrant inclusion in e-commerce. Immigrants currently represent a significant portion of Canadian entrepreneurship, driving job growth and innovation. The partnership enables sharing of insights and networking opportunities, empowering immigrant communities towards success and fostering connections at the upcoming Toronto Summit.
South Africa, writes Lorna Kaela, a land of diversity, faces significant challenges despite progress since apartheid, including inequality, unemployment, and inadequate healthcare. To optimize its potential by 2050, the nation must focus on education, economic diversification, health services, good governance, and environmental sustainability. Collective efforts are crucial for a brighter future.
Tobiloba Owoade’s article emphasizes the pressing issues in Nigeria, including insecurity, inadequate infrastructure, poor governance, and healthcare challenges. These factors hinder growth and create a negative image internationally. The author advocates for investment in education and infrastructure to address these interlinked problems, fostering a safer and more credible Nigeria for the future.
