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.
Generation1.ca, led by CEO Arundati Dandapani, supports diverse students through placements and scholarships. At Humber Polytechnic’s Career Resources Marketplace, Generation1.ca CEO showcased various initiatives, including a Fall 2026 Virtual Career Fair, promoting future readiness, upskilling, powerful networks, and diverse career advancement pathways, fostering Future Ready Innovators in the evolving workforce landscape.
Generation1.ca hosted the event “Poly.technic Futures” at Humber Polytechnic, uniting students, educators, and industry leaders to discuss inclusive ecosystems for learner success. Key themes included skills development and community partnerships. Attendees enjoyed a Caribbean lunch, and CEO and Professor Arundati Dandapani won a raffle prize, adding to the vibrant experience.
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.
On August 26, 2025, Generation1.ca participated in the Career Resources Fair with Humber Downtown, facilitating networking and career insights for students. Collaborating with various organizations, they provide tools for job searching and professional growth. Their upcoming event, the Fall 2025 Virtual Career Fair, focuses on empowering immigrant professionals through AI and collaboration.
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.
