Tag: Immigration

Team InnovAItors Wins Gold at Generation1.ca’s Spring 2025 Case Competition

Team InnovAItors from Humber Polytechnic won the gold prize at Generation1.ca’s Spring 2025 Virtual Insights Case Competition for their innovative solution addressing electoral disengagement. Their insights highlighted emotional barriers, digital literacy challenges, and the importance of trust. They emphasized collaboration, strategic storytelling, and adaptability in their approach, showcasing the impact of research and creativity. Tune into highlights from their experience and learnings with Founder and CEO Arundati Dandapani.

Ending Employment Barriers for Immigrants with Cross-Sectoral Collaboration

Canada’s diversity is significantly shaped by immigration, with over 485,000 new permanent residents projected in 2024. Many immigrants face job market integration challenges due to credential recognition issues, language barriers, and underemployment. Public-private partnerships and non-profit organizations play crucial roles in addressing these obstacles, fostering inclusivity, and enhancing immigrant employment opportunities.