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 CEO Arundati Dandapani brought the organization’s Inclusion by Design message—and T-shirts—to Not Your Typical Roundtable, an exclusive gathering of founders and investors during a dynamic week of innovation.
The conversation reinforced a powerful idea: diverse perspectives don’t just strengthen inclusion; they strengthen value creation. Generation1.ca was proud to bring its voice on talent, innovation and inclusive growth to the investor–founder table.
Generation1.ca spotlights a critical role immigrants play in North America amid rising anti-immigration sentiments on both sides of the border. While our 10th-anniversary campaign emphasized the need for inclusive policies and professional development to address barriers faced by immigrants, our 11th shed light on more recent research and insights influencing integration and barriers to a better served citizenry and workforce. Key findings indicate a gap between employer demand for immigrant talent and integration opportunities in their workplaces, heightening a call to action for inclusive professional supports and recognition for their immense contributions to society and their professions.
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.
Generation1.ca, founded ten years ago, has evolved into a thriving community for immigrants and employers in North America, boasting over 2,000 members. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the organization focuses on collaboration and innovation to enhance immigrant opportunities and policies. Their journey emphasizes growth, impact, and a hopeful future.
Our 2025 annual global skills study survey of employers revealed in-demand skills prioritizing project management, strategic thinking, and communication. Despite 62% hiring intent, training investment declined significantly, with only one-third hiring global talent. There’s a pressing need for better support for immigrants, highlighted by the importance of Generation1.ca’s Future Ready Innovators Credential.
