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Information Session for Employers

Small, Medium or Large: Prepare your workplace to address talent shortages.

The session will focus on the changing demographics of Ottawa’s labour force and how these will affect local employers. It will also offer tools and resources to help employers stay competitive by tapping into a rich source of local talent — skilled immigrants living in Ottawa

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The link between cultural diversity and the bottom line

Growing evidence suggests that the different backgrounds and experiences inherent in a diverse workforce can enhance innovation, creativity and productivity, which can lead to a competitive advantage. Progressive business leaders are responding to that evidence.  Read Full Article >>


Help wanted — seeking senior executives

With Canada’s demographic shifts generating fewer new labour market entrants every year, internationally trained individuals will increasingly comprise the most highly skilled and educated segment of the labour force. Effective succession planning should consider this increasing labour diversity.

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