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On November 20, 2025, Generation1.ca participated in Humber Polytechnic’s Beyond Graduation Symposium, addressing the integration of international graduates into Canada’s labor market. Key discussions highlighted barriers such as credential recognition and policy volatility. Generation1.ca empowers and advances newcomers through career pathways and programs, fostering connections among and between immigrants / newcomers, international graduates, employers, and fellow industry partners.
At the 2025 SAPOR Annual Conference, Arundati Dandapani emphasized the critical role of language in public opinion research amid technological advancements. Drawing from Generation1.ca’s Global Industry Skills Study, she highlighted the need for ethical AI practices, immigrant inclusion, and the blending of disciplines to foster democracy and innovation in research.
Arundati Dandapani, Founder and CEO of Generation1.ca, engaged with Dr. Samir Abu Rumman from World of Opinions, a noted UN spokesperson and academic. They discussed future collaborations centered on public opinion research. Upcoming sessions include September 26 online on AI and trust, and November 4 in Ottawa on ethical data practices.
Arundati Dandapani, CEO of Generation1.ca, met with Pinar Erdurmaz, Co-Founder of Göçmen Kadınlar, to discuss empowering immigrant women. They focused on inclusion, professional advancement, and the importance of cross-diaspora collaboration to support immigrant voices and create opportunities. This meeting initiates a deeper partnership for advancing the role of immigrant women.
In a talk titled “Brains Over Bots,” insights from Generation1.ca’s Global Industry Skills Study revealed that critical thinking tops the list of essential skills valued by employers. The discussion focused on navigating AI advancements and preparing for a potential AGI future by enhancing human skills, avoiding AI humanization, and promoting continuous learning.
